Holding the Dantien

Holding the Dantien is a starting exercise in Qigong that stimulates the Dantien, which stores Qi. The exercise involves placing your hands on your stomach, connecting the Laogong points at the center of your palms to the Qihai point (about 1.5 cm below the navel) which relates to the Dantien.

• What is the Dantien?
• What are the benefits of holding the Dantien?
• How do I do the holding the Dantien exercise?

Answers:

• The Dantien is an energy center in the body that is said to store Qi, or vital energy.
• Holding the Dantien can help to improve balance, focus, and concentration. It can also help to reduce stress and anxiety.
• To do the holding the Dantien exercise, stand naturally with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place your hands on your stomach, with the center of your palms over the Qihai point. Relax your shoulders and neck, and keep your head in an upright position. Hold this position for 1-2 minutes.