Key Points:

By raising the heels the zones of Baihui20CV and Yong Quan are aligned. Therefore, keep the body upright without leaning in any direction.
Relax the body.
Do not strike the heels too heavily.

Principal action: to release the 12 principal meridians and the 8 extraordinary meridians, to stimulate the circulation of energy and blood; to prevent and treat various chronic diseases.

End of the movement

Return both hands to the front and place them over the zone of Guan yuan 4CV, the left hand on the abdomen for men, right hand for women. Close the eyes slightly.
Rub the hands together 3 times then massage the face 3 times.
Rest quietly for a moment then place the arms alongside the body;look to the front.

General Comments

1. Ba Duan Jin is a sequence which can be used in the prevention and the care of various chronic diseases without any side effect.
2.. According to the principle of progression, old or weak people, or those suffering from chronic diseases can slow down the rate/rhythm and decrease the extent of the movements as well as the number of repetitions. Little by little, they will be able to practise the complete sequence.
3. It is important to coordinate breathing and the movement. When the hands and feet are cool, inhale and exhale through the nose. On the other hand, when they are hot, inhale through the nose and exhale through the mouth. While inhaling, the tip of the tongue touches the higher palate, while exhaling the tongue touches the lower palate, without blocking breathing or causing obstruction.
4. If there is a serious problem of hypertension or cardiac diseases, it is essential to decrease the extent of the movements and in particular in the sixth brocade. It is necessary to raise the head.