Ciao Kseny! I've been practicing the Yi Jin Jing movements on your membership site. I just came across this video you did in 2019. These moves were different. I'd like to learn them with more guided instruction. Perhaps you could incorporate these moves into our Sunday Zoom classes as I think the other members would like to learn them, too! Thanks!
Hi, I'm definitely putting this video in my favorites as well. The different movements put a good stretch through my entire body. I am sure it must be great for joints and tendons. I really collected some chi. Thank you so much for the video.
Nice job.. My TCM practitioner recommended learning this. other videos are too drawn out and hard to follow. this is great for beginners like me. You are my Yi Yin Jing instructor.. ( :
This is a lovely routine but, for those unfamiliar with the movements corresponding to the words on the screen, it is difficult to watch and do the movements at the same time. Spoken movement and breathing instructions would be appreciated.
This set will require more repetition on my part. I am noticing, Kseny, I'm more mindful of posture and breathing throughout the day because of your practice!!
Hey! Good news! This old body is slowly limbering up with nice, gentle, thorough movements like these! Thank you! I have trouble following the written directions too, but I figure it's good practice for stretching my memory as well!
Hi Hannah, thank you for your comment. I often include the exercises from this routine in youtube videos. If you'd like to dive deeper into the sequence I'm currently teaching it on Sunday during Zoom class.
@@qigongwithkseny Hi, yes, I’ve done that course and liked it very much. This UA-cam version is a bit different. I guess there are many variations - and all offer something a little different. Thanks for offering so many options.
Lovely, you are doing an amazing job promoting this amazing technique, actually not only this technique but the different styles of Qigong, I also teach Qigong but in London. Thank you _/\_
Hi Leo and thank you for taking your time to comment. Qigong is a great tool and I'm glad more and more people begin to discover this practice. What style of Qigong do you teach? All the best,
@@qigongwithkseny Hi Kseny, it's been a while since my last message, I learned BaDuanJin, Wu QIn Xi, Lian Gong 1st, 2nd and 3rd, also a specific style developed in Neijing School - Called Callygraph QiGong. Hope you are well and happy :) _/\_. Best wishes
Really miss he vocal instructions especially when looking away from the camera. Where is one o put their weight on the forward crouch of the tiger move?
Hi Dea, thanks for your message. The weight goes slightly onto the heels to keep your balanced and grounded. I always say, listen to your body, try to feel the movement from the inside as well. If you want to learn more, I offer guided courses with instructions on my membership site. Best wishes,
hi Kseny, good afternoon.. I found this sequence of qi qong movements to be the most difficult and challenging of all your videos. I'm having a hard time trying to figure out if your moving to the right or left and some of these postures are out of my physical capability for the moment. this is a very difficulty qi qong flow for me at this time.... have a wonderful day Ksney... I realize I have a long way to go and a lot of practice to do, peace within, Mark thanks!! namaste
Hi Markus, thank you for sharing your experience. It's ok, don't worry about it. In terms of left/right , feel free to simply mirror me on the screen, all the movements are usually repeated on both sides so you will still get the benefits. This routine is inspired by the Shaolin Qigong hence the range and the movements are more about strengthening the physical body providing a very good workout for all muscle groups. You can choose one of two exercises and practice regularly to improve your range. The most important thing in qigong is to be relaxed and enjoy what you are doing. You will get more benefits if you stay relaxed and consistent than pushing yourself to achieve an external form. I hope this helps. Have a good weekend!
I have read that the general rule for breathing during qigong movement is to inhale when contracting the body and exhale when expanding the body. My movement tends to be slower than my body's need for oxygen, though, and I find myself either tensing to hold my breath when my body is expanded, or "cheating" and taking a shallow breath in/out while expanded to be able to relax while holding the posture for a longer time. Is it better to "cheat" in this way to keep my qigong slow and relaxed, or should I force my movements to match my breath even if that means moving more quickly through the set?
This will be my go-to as well! Nice music, scenery, reminders to inhale/exhale (I do forget, especially when learning a new routine), great names for the different forms, and a total body stretch that energizes in a mellow way. And of course, your usual gracefulness as you move---have you always moved so well or did qi gong develop this? Thanks so much for all you do. You are a terrific qi gong ambassador.
Hi Kseny, when you say this is a variation, is there a 'normal' Yi Jin Jing with different moves? I like yours and am learning the whole routine but have noticed other teacher's routines vary a lot.
Hi Jay, thanks for taking the time to write. There are many variations of Ji Jin Jing, depending on a region, a school and a master. This routine comes from the masters of the Shaolin temple and is designed to strengthen the muscles and tendons.
Hi Free Dolphin, thanks for the feedback. I'm glad to hear that you are familiar with the Yi Jin Jing sequence. The tonicity levels is sometimes determined by your fitness level. I find that it is better to move with ease than force things and experience muscular strain, especially if you are new to these exercises. Have a good day!
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Tried this routine today. I would like to practice this sequence frequently. I would like to learn the qi gong moves with your verbal guidance. Did you make other youtube videos with more instructions for these beautiful moves? I hope so. I am just a beginner.Thank you.
This is also my go-to as a quick practice for relaxing my body after many hours at work. Thanks for your great videos 🙏 Can see there are many comments about missing voice instructions, but I actually appreciate this. This gives one a chance also to practice the mental part just going with the flow and not thinking. An important and often overlooked aspect of one of the benefits with qi-gong and Thai Chi. And learning should be done step by step, this is also how one learn forms in Thai chi. Practice each sequence at a time and master it - then continue with the next one. PS the music in this is wonderfull, who plays the piano and whatˋ the name of the song ?
Hi Michael, thank you for taking the time to write. I'm glad you enjoy this follow along routine and it help you relax. It's always a trade isn't it, verbal vs non-verbal. Chinese masters that I was lucky to learn from would often teach by showing the movement. The student is there to observe and master it through personal practice. However, when you are just starting out it can be very beneficial to have the guidance in a form of verbal instructions. Have you been practicing Tai Chi?
@@qigongwithkseny Hi And also thanks to you for taking the time to respond. Yes, it's a delicate balance how much to add verbal instructions in a video. Making sure all gets the knowledge on the important details, but also not more than people also get into a good atmosphere while doing and also not getting tired of listening to the voice re-playing the video for the 1000 time... Yes, I'm practicing Thai chi also and are so lucky to have a local (Danish) really skilled after studying for 30 years with diverse Chinese teachers. I'm however still a beginner, have been practicing for 4 years. My teacher is very much focusing on having the right structure / posture and learning to do the form correct rather than learning as much as possible as quickly as possible... So have not been practicing push hands. But we use a lot of lot of qi gong as warm up / part of the training and I really feel the benifits from it. Have actually convinced my old parents to start practicing it and the also have gained a lot of mobility and balance back. PS have joined your community, but thanks for offering these short free for all videos, so the message of how good this can be for the common health can be shared...
Hi Mario, glad you enjoyed it. I offer more in-depth courses on my.membership site. You can learn this Yi Jin Jing sequence step by step. If you are interested visit ksenygray.com
I am newer to qigong and found it difficult to follow along with no instructions beyond the form name. The scenery was really lovely but the shadows made it difficult to see how you were pivoting your legs and hands. I really enjoy your channel but perhaps this video was best for someone who knows the forms a bit more than I do
Hi Tori, thanks for writing. You are right, someone who has done previously done Qigong would find this video more suitable. However, i have over 400 videos on my channel, most of them beginner friendly. Have a look and I hope it will inspire you to practice Qigong. Happy Holidays!
Such interesting moves! Some more than my knees are willing but thanks to you I have a memory bank full of substitute moves! Loved the music and again THAT BRIDGE! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much, I love your videos 🙏🏻🥰🙏🏻 is there a version of this with instructions? I would love to do it without keeping an eye on what you are doing 🥰❤️🥰 Thank you 🙏🏻
Thanks lovely section so peaceful and relaxed much healing happening fast the chi is in control and the yin is opening up and more surport to yang starting to be able to take a full breath soon so much love and peace to every part of me and caming of the mind. 😊🙏♋
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you enjoyed it Yi Jin Jing. Yes, here is my version of Ba Duan Jin ua-cam.com/video/RtNY-DwVHRU/v-deo.html
You are amazing! I learn something new every time I watch you. I can’t thank you enough for doing what you do and sharing so freely. Many love and blessings to you! 🙏💕😇
Eureka! I found a solution for this stiff body for the stretch to the floor in "Tiger catches it's prey": I stretch to the seat of a chair! Feels good and I feel so smart!
Hi Beatrice, thank you for taking the time to write. That is clever:) I'm glad you are continuing with your practice and adjust to suit your needs. Keep it up!
Hi Beatrice, thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you are enjoying the routines. Yes, I know what you mean, this is a Shaolin version which I'm still working on myself. Do what you can and how you feel on that day. Have a good week!
@@qigongwithkseny Hi! I've been groupig my favorite of your routines and have a question for you. Is it better to have a great variety of routines or to stick to a more limited number that become familiar to you; I know it's different when I have to watch every movvement,, I love variety, but my memory isn't outstanding.
Hi Beatrice, thank you for asking. That's a very good question. I was taught that it's better to practice one exercise and become a master of it than practice many and not be a master of any. I always recommend to choose a few exercises or build a simple routine and practice it daily until you can do it without visual instruction. When that happens, we begin to move our focus inward on yourself and gain more benefits from the practice. I agree, that it’s nice to have a variety and practice for different body parts. My advice keep it simple, relax and listen to the body. I hope this helps. Have a good day!
Ciao Kseny! I've been practicing the Yi Jin Jing movements on your membership site. I just came across this video you did in 2019. These moves were different. I'd like to learn them with more guided instruction. Perhaps you could incorporate these moves into our Sunday Zoom classes as I think the other members would like to learn them, too! Thanks!
Hi, I'm definitely putting this video in my favorites as well. The different movements put a good stretch through my entire body. I am sure it must be great for joints and tendons. I really collected some chi. Thank you so much for the video.
Nice job.. My TCM practitioner recommended learning this. other videos are too drawn out and hard to follow. this is great for beginners like me. You are my Yi Yin Jing instructor.. ( :
Hi Rik, thank you for taking the time to share. That’s great, I’m glad to hear that. I hope you enjoy the practice and find it helpful. All the best,
I thought about putting my laptop on the floor for the last part of this routine, but I always forget.
This is a lovely routine but, for those unfamiliar with the movements corresponding to the words on the screen, it is difficult to watch and do the movements at the same time. Spoken movement and breathing instructions would be appreciated.
I agree this posted comment! Otherwise great routine 😊
Hi Willow, many thanks for taking the time to comment. I really appreciate your feedback and I’ll bear it in mind for future videos. Best wishes,
Willow Humphrey Yes! I was thinking the same thing! 👍🏻❤️
This set will require more repetition on my part. I am noticing, Kseny, I'm more mindful of posture and breathing throughout the day because of your practice!!
Hey! Good news! This old body is slowly limbering up with nice, gentle, thorough movements like these! Thank you! I have trouble following the written directions too, but I figure it's good practice for stretching my memory as well!
Hi Kseny! I Have discovered this secuense and I loved it!! Thank You for sharing.. Love from Argentina! I learn and practise with You! 🥰🤗
Hi Sandra, I'm very glad you enjoyed it! Keep on practicing!
@@qigongwithkseny 💜
Very beautifully done. Im enjoying the workout. This one challenged me because i need to stretch more. 😊🙌💙
Wonderful technique. You can really see the intention in the movements...great expression of the movements.
Thank you, Alex.
Thanks Kseny, I am really enjoying learning this style of qigong. Would you consider posting more with guidance here on your channel? 🙏
Hi Hannah, thank you for your comment. I often include the exercises from this routine in youtube videos. If you'd like to dive deeper into the sequence I'm currently teaching it on Sunday during Zoom class.
Wonderful. Thank you so much!
This was amazing! 🙏🙏🙏
If I like this? I love this video! Great exercise Kseny.
That's great! Thank you very much
Love this practice❣️Challenging but feels great❣️
Hi Daisy, that's good! If you are interested, I have a course on my membership site with all the movements and details.
@@qigongwithkseny Hi, yes, I’ve done that course and liked it very much. This UA-cam version is a bit different. I guess there are many variations - and all offer something a little different. Thanks for offering so many options.
So beautiful, so "Qi". Merci mon Maître
Lovely, you are doing an amazing job promoting this amazing technique, actually not only this technique but the different styles of Qigong, I also teach Qigong but in London. Thank you _/\_
Hi Leo and thank you for taking your time to comment. Qigong is a great tool and I'm glad more and more people begin to discover this practice. What style of Qigong do you teach? All the best,
@@qigongwithkseny Hi Kseny, it's been a while since my last message, I learned BaDuanJin, Wu QIn Xi, Lian Gong 1st, 2nd and 3rd, also a specific style developed in Neijing School - Called Callygraph QiGong. Hope you are well and happy :) _/\_. Best wishes
Really miss he vocal instructions especially when looking away from the camera. Where is one o put their weight on the forward crouch of the tiger move?
Hi Dea, thanks for your message. The weight goes slightly onto the heels to keep your balanced and grounded. I always say, listen to your body, try to feel the movement from the inside as well. If you want to learn more, I offer guided courses with instructions on my membership site. Best wishes,
hi Kseny, good afternoon.. I found this sequence of qi qong movements to be the most difficult and challenging of all your videos. I'm having a hard time trying to figure out if your moving to the right or left and some of these postures are out of my physical capability for the moment. this is a very difficulty qi qong flow for me at this time.... have a wonderful day Ksney... I realize I have a long way to go and a lot of practice to do, peace within, Mark thanks!! namaste
Hi Markus, thank you for sharing your experience. It's ok, don't worry about it. In terms of left/right , feel free to simply mirror me on the screen, all the movements are usually repeated on both sides so you will still get the benefits.
This routine is inspired by the Shaolin Qigong hence the range and the movements are more about strengthening the physical body providing a very good workout for all muscle groups. You can choose one of two exercises and practice regularly to improve your range. The most important thing in qigong is to be relaxed and enjoy what you are doing. You will get more benefits if you stay relaxed and consistent than pushing yourself to achieve an external form. I hope this helps. Have a good weekend!
great
Great excersize!
Very good an not too much talking. I love it.
The movements speak for itself and I watch it over and over again and then after a while I can memorise the exercises. Muchas gracias.
Sublime.
I have read that the general rule for breathing during qigong movement is to inhale when contracting the body and exhale when expanding the body. My movement tends to be slower than my body's need for oxygen, though, and I find myself either tensing to hold my breath when my body is expanded, or "cheating" and taking a shallow breath in/out while expanded to be able to relax while holding the posture for a longer time. Is it better to "cheat" in this way to keep my qigong slow and relaxed, or should I force my movements to match my breath even if that means moving more quickly through the set?
This will be my go-to as well! Nice music, scenery, reminders to inhale/exhale (I do forget, especially when learning a new routine), great names for the different forms, and a total body stretch that energizes in a mellow way. And of course, your usual gracefulness as you move---have you always moved so well or did qi gong develop this? Thanks so much for all you do. You are a terrific qi gong ambassador.
Hi Kseny, when you say this is a variation, is there a 'normal' Yi Jin Jing with different moves? I like yours and am learning the whole routine but have noticed other teacher's routines vary a lot.
Hi Jay, thanks for taking the time to write. There are many variations of Ji Jin Jing, depending on a region, a school and a master. This routine comes from the masters of the Shaolin temple and is designed to strengthen the muscles and tendons.
To much relax no tonicity
what you do isn't real yi jin jing
sorry a french practionner
Hi Free Dolphin, thanks for the feedback. I'm glad to hear that you are familiar with the Yi Jin Jing sequence. The tonicity levels is sometimes determined by your fitness level. I find that it is better to move with ease than force things and experience muscular strain, especially if you are new to these exercises. Have a good day!
Beautiful flow, but lack of verbal cues makes it impractical and confusing for students to follow along. I would not practice with this instructor.
Hi BR, I'm glad you like the routine. I teach Ji Jin Jing with detailed guided instructions on my membership site www.ksenygray.com
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Tried this routine today. I would like to practice this sequence frequently. I would like to learn the qi gong moves with your verbal guidance. Did you make other youtube videos with more instructions for these beautiful moves? I hope so. I am just a beginner.Thank you.
This is also my go-to as a quick practice for relaxing my body after many hours at work. Thanks for your great videos 🙏
Can see there are many comments about missing voice instructions, but I actually appreciate this. This gives one a chance also to practice the mental part just going with the flow and not thinking. An important and often overlooked aspect of one of the benefits with qi-gong and Thai Chi.
And learning should be done step by step, this is also how one learn forms in Thai chi. Practice each sequence at a time and master it - then continue with the next one.
PS the music in this is wonderfull, who plays the piano and whatˋ the name of the song ?
Hi Michael, thank you for taking the time to write. I'm glad you enjoy this follow along routine and it help you relax. It's always a trade isn't it, verbal vs non-verbal. Chinese masters that I was lucky to learn from would often teach by showing the movement. The student is there to observe and master it through personal practice. However, when you are just starting out it can be very beneficial to have the guidance in a form of verbal instructions. Have you been practicing Tai Chi?
@@qigongwithkseny Hi
And also thanks to you for taking the time to respond.
Yes, it's a delicate balance how much to add verbal instructions in a video. Making sure all gets the knowledge on the important details, but also not more than people also get into a good atmosphere while doing and also not getting tired of listening to the voice re-playing the video for the 1000 time...
Yes, I'm practicing Thai chi also and are so lucky to have a local (Danish) really skilled after studying for 30 years with diverse Chinese teachers. I'm however still a beginner, have been practicing for 4 years.
My teacher is very much focusing on having the right structure / posture and learning to do the form correct rather than learning as much as possible as quickly as possible... So have not been practicing push hands.
But we use a lot of lot of qi gong as warm up / part of the training and I really feel the benifits from it. Have actually convinced my old parents to start practicing it and the also have gained a lot of mobility and balance back.
PS have joined your community, but thanks for offering these short free for all videos, so the message of how good this can be for the common health can be shared...
Thanks for this video. I hope you ll teach us movement by movement...i wish
Hi Mario, glad you enjoyed it. I offer more in-depth courses on my.membership site. You can learn this Yi Jin Jing sequence step by step. If you are interested visit ksenygray.com
I am newer to qigong and found it difficult to follow along with no instructions beyond the form name. The scenery was really lovely but the shadows made it difficult to see how you were pivoting your legs and hands. I really enjoy your channel but perhaps this video was best for someone who knows the forms a bit more than I do
Hi Tori, thanks for writing. You are right, someone who has done previously done Qigong would find this video more suitable. However, i have over 400 videos on my channel, most of them beginner friendly. Have a look and I hope it will inspire you to practice Qigong. Happy Holidays!
Such interesting moves! Some more than my knees are willing but thanks to you I have a memory bank full of substitute moves! Loved the music and again THAT BRIDGE! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much, I love your videos 🙏🏻🥰🙏🏻 is there a version of this with instructions? I would love to do it without keeping an eye on what you are doing 🥰❤️🥰 Thank you 🙏🏻
This is my favorite Yi Jin Jing routine by Shoalin and a near perfect demonstration. Flowing movements...
Great routine, I had trouble following without the sound instructions. Thanks
Thanks lovely section so peaceful and relaxed much healing happening fast the chi is in control and the yin is opening up and more surport to yang starting to be able to take a full breath soon so much love and peace to every part of me and caming of the mind. 😊🙏♋
Hi John, thanks for sharing. 👍 I'm glad you enjoy the routines and feel the energy.
You are beautiful Kseny, and so is your Qigong. Do you practice BaDuanJin also? All the best.
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you enjoyed it Yi Jin Jing. Yes, here is my version of Ba Duan Jin ua-cam.com/video/RtNY-DwVHRU/v-deo.html
i love it! I feel so much energized and serene at the same time. Thank you very much!
Glad you enjoyed it!
💚💚💚
You are amazing! I learn something new every time I watch you. I can’t thank you enough for doing what you do and sharing so freely. Many love and blessings to you! 🙏💕😇
Thank you so much! I'm glad you are enjoying the videos and find them beneficial! Best of luck on your journey
Thank you ! 🥰
Eureka! I found a solution for this stiff body for the stretch to the floor in "Tiger catches it's prey": I stretch to the seat of a chair! Feels good and I feel so smart!
Hi Beatrice, thank you for taking the time to write. That is clever:) I'm glad you are continuing with your practice and adjust to suit your needs. Keep it up!
The squat and tiger catches its prey are very challenging for this body...I'll have to work at it gently!
Hi Beatrice, thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you are enjoying the routines. Yes, I know what you mean, this is a Shaolin version which I'm still working on myself. Do what you can and how you feel on that day. Have a good week!
@@qigongwithkseny Hi! I've been groupig my favorite of your routines and have a question for you. Is it better to have a great variety of routines or to stick to a more limited number that become familiar to you; I know it's different when I have to watch every movvement,, I love variety, but my memory isn't outstanding.
Hi Beatrice, thank you for asking. That's a very good question. I was taught that it's better to practice one exercise and become a master of it than practice many and not be a master of any. I always recommend to choose a few exercises or build a simple routine and practice it daily until you can do it without visual instruction. When that happens, we begin to move our focus inward on yourself and gain more benefits from the practice. I agree, that it’s nice to have a variety and practice for different body parts. My advice keep it simple, relax and listen to the body. I hope this helps. Have a good day!