In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Qigong is an ancient Chinese exercise and health system that uses physical exercise, breathing, and mental techniques to promote overall health. Qigong dates back to at least 300 BCE, and probably before. Over the last 2300 years, it has developed into a complete wellness regimen with a variety of derivations and practices. Here are a few basics about Qigong: "Qi" pronounced "chee" is often translated to mean "life force." Qigong is an all-encompassing approach that addresses mental, physical, and spiritual improvement. Qigong not only improves physical health but mental and spiritual as well, as it can reduce stress and increase your ability to focus mentally. After learning about Qigong, you need to know exactly what Qigong practice entails. This will enable you to prepare for practice and to better commit yourself to the comprehensive health program that Qigong represents. Know that when you practice Qigong, you will: Practice breathing techniques. Practice different postures. Meditate. Engage yourself in guided imagery. This guided imagery will help you focus and help you put your mind on the goals you want to complete in life. Practicing Qigong could take as little as 30 minutes a day or much longer. After you've learned about Qigong and know what it entails, you should think about whether Qigong is right for you. In order to figure this out, you need to think about your goals and what you want to accomplish with Qigong or in your life in general. Think about the following: Are you solely interested in physical improvement? If so, Qigong might not be able to help you build substantial muscle tone or bulk up. However, it could be a great supplement for a larger exercise and weight-training regimen. Do you have the time to practice Qigong? While you can practice Qigong in as little as 30 minutes a day, you'll have to commit a decent amount of time to really understand and perfect your form and figure out how to meditate (if you have no previous experience). In addition, Qigong has its best results if you commit to practicing it over the long-term for years. Do you have patience? One of the most important things in determining if Qigong is right for you is your level of patience. With Qigong, results don't come instantaneously. Instead, you'll have to concentrate, focus, and practice in order to see results. While some results might come quickly (such as a feeling of relaxation after meditation), overall results will require work. Seek out a skilled teachersomeone who can train you on a full system. While you can learn and succeed at Qigong, teachers are extremely helpful in making sure you are perfecting certain techniques and have the knowledge to advance and master new forms. The best teachers are those who strongly encourage individual practice. They should also be able to offer exercises and meditations to develop the right state on being mentally and otherwise. What you want to avoid is someone who just has a form to show you, or even a few forms. Forms are just one piece of the whole and many are of limited use unless you've done the exercises to support them. Additionally, if the teacher spends too much time speaking about grand theory or what the form will eventually do for you, this is a negative mark. The focus should be on the practice and where you are at now. Theory is good, but avoid those who rely too heavily on words.
Summary: Learn about Qigong. Familiarize yourself with how you will practice Qigong. Determine if Qigong is right for you. Find a teacher.

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