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气功

Qì Gōng

Literal: Energy Work

Food & Health

Meaning

The practice of cultivating and balancing qi through coordinated movement, breathing, and meditation. Thousands of years old, qigong is both a health practice and a spiritual discipline. It includes tai chi, standing meditation, and healing exercises.

Usage Example

She practices qigong every morning in the park before work.

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