The Posture Mistake That is Secretly Blocking Your Qi!

In this video, we explore the importance of proper posture in chi gong, emphasizing how it directly impacts energy flow within the body. We discuss that tension can impede chi (energy), making body awareness and breathing exercises crucial for cultivating energy. Have you ever been told to "tuck your tailbone" or found yourself getting shin splints after practice? Today, we clarify why you should actually drop the tailbone instead of tucking it, how to release the psoas muscle and qua, and how to stop gripping your toes to prevent lower leg strain. Question for the Comments! 👇Did you realize you were unconsciously tucking your tailbone or gripping your toes during your practice? Let me know how the "dropping" adjustment felt for you in the comments below! Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & The Importance of Posture 02:24 - Why We Drop the Tailbone (Instead of Tucking) 04:49 - Foot Positioning & Avoiding Shin Splints 08:45 - Releasing the Hips & Breathing Easier 11:55 - Stretching Foot Tendons for Liver & Spleen Energy 14:20 - Creating a Vortex & Opening the Joints 17:20 - Shaking the Bones 23:33 - Up the Yins, Down the Yangs 27:07 - Pulling Down Heaven to Root Energy 28:24 - Tiger Expression & Protecting the Knees 36:07 - Tapping the Legs to Move Qi 39:38 - Psoas Stretching & Releasing the Hips 45:57 - Q&A: Grounding, Foot Mechanics & Kidney 1 Point 🔑 SUBSCRIBE and please hit the notification bell, so YouTube can let you know when there’s a new video! Click link https://www.youtube.com/mariafurlano?... 🌀 MY WEBSITE: Monthly Practice / Programs / 1:1 Sessions 🔗 https://www.theartoftuningin.com/ ☯️ About My Work I’m a Doctor of Medical Qìgōng (DMQ, China), Physician of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture (MTOM, L.Ac.), Spiritual Intuitive, and Master Teacher of the Energetic Arts. My work integrates nervous system regulation, Medical Qìgōng, and intuitive cultivation in a practical, embodied way. For over two decades, I’ve supported people in understanding how these patterns shape their lives — and how to gently transform what’s no longer serving them. 🎙 MY PODCAST/BLOG: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/blog MY SOCIALS 📸 Instagram:   / mariafurlano   🔗 Linkedin:   / mariafurlano   📘 Facebook:   / theartoftuningin   🧡 Substack: https://substack.com/@mariafurlano ⚠️ Important Note: These videos are educational and entertainment purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not use if you are pregnant and always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider before practicing these exercises. #RestoreYourEnergy #SoulCare #MariaFurlano #medicalqigong #energymedicine #theartoftuningin #Qigong #energycoaching #QigongPosture #SpringQigong #EnergyHealing #TaiChi #qigongposture ##MindfulMovemen #Grounding