Video Hub – Gentle Tai Chi & Qigong for Seniors

Video Hub

Welcome! These videos match the book Gentle Tai Chi & Qigong for Seniors Over 60.

Safety first: move slowly, keep the range small, breathe softly, and use a sturdy chair for support. Stop if you feel sharp pain, strong dizziness, or breathlessness.

About timing: the time ranges on this page refer to practice time (as described in the book). The videos are guided demonstrations, so they may be shorter than the suggested practice time. To match the full session, simply move slowly, pause for 1–2 easy breaths, and repeat sections as needed.


Choose What to Do Today

Pick one: Seated Session, Standing Session (chair), or a Qigong routine. You can pause anytime.


Seated Session (practice time: 10–15 min)

Do this on any practice day when you want a safe, simple routine.

Standing Session (practice time: 10–15 min, with chair)

Best on “balance days”. Always stay behind a sturdy chair.

Qigong Routines (practice time: 5–10 min)


Follow-Along Sessions (Full Videos)

These are the main videos most people will use. They combine the short clips into one simple guided session. Pause and repeat sections as needed to match the suggested practice time.

FULL SEATED WARMUP

Practice time: ~6–7 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

A gentle warm-up you can do any day.

FULL SEATED FLOW

Practice time: ~10–15 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Calm and centered seated flow.

FULL STANDING WARMUP

Practice time: ~8–12 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Do behind a chair for support.

FULL STANDING FLOW

Practice time: ~10–15 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Balance-focused; always use chair support.

QIGONG MORNING FULL

Practice time: ~5–10 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Seated or standing.

QIGONG MIDDAY FULL

Practice time: ~5–10 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Perfect as a computer-break routine.

QIGONG EVENING FULL

Practice time: ~5–10 min
Video guide may be shorter — pause, breathe, and repeat sections as needed.

Best done seated for relaxation.


Step-by-Step Library (Short Clips)

Use these short clips to practice one movement at a time.

Chapter 9 – Warm-Ups (Seated + Standing)

Chapter 9 – Warm-Ups Seated

Playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

Breathing & Body Check-In

Video: Open clip →

Neck and Shoulder Release

Video: Open clip →

Spine and Rib Cage Softening

Video: Open clip →

Hips: Small Weight Shifts and Circles

Video: Open clip →

Knees and Ankles: Soft Bends and Circles

Video: Open clip →

Hands and Wrists: Wake-Up Movements

Video: Open clip →

Chapter 9 – Warm-Ups Standing

Playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

Breathing & Body Check-In (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Neck and Shoulder Release (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Spine and Rib Cage Softening (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Hips: Quiet Weight Shifts (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Knees & Ankles: Soft Knee Bends (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Hands and Wrists: Wake-Up Movements (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

Chapter 10 – Core Seated Tai Chi Flow (Calm and Centered)

Chapter 10 – Step Clips (Playlist)

Playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

Step 0 – Starting Position & Settling Breath

Video: Open clip →

Step 1 – Floating Arms

Video: Open clip →

Step 2 – Gentle Side Waves

Video: Open clip →

Step 3 – Cloud Hands

Video: Open clip →

Step 4 – Gathering Around the Belly

Video: Open clip →

Step 5 – Circling the Ball

Video: Open clip →

Step 6 – Closing & Resting

Video: Open clip →

Chapter 11 – Core Standing Tai Chi Flow (with chair support)

Chapter 11 – Step Clips (Playlist)

Playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

Step 0 – Grounding

Video: Open clip →

Step 1 – Soft Knee Bends & Weight Awareness

Video: Open clip →

Step 2 – Opening the Arms

Video: Open clip →

Step 3 – Standing Cloud Hands

Video: Open clip →

Step 4 – White Crane Steps

Video: Open clip →

Step 4B – White Crane Arm (Optional)

Video: Open clip →

Step 5 – Gathering & Closing

Video: Open clip →

Chapter 12 – Qigong Routines (Step Clips + Exercise Map)

Routine 1 – Morning Wake-Up Qigong

Step Clips playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

R1 – Step 1 – Arrival & Breath

Video: Open clip →

R1 – Step 2 – Lift the Sky

Video: Open clip →

R1 – Step 3 – Spinal Wave (Uncurl & Grow)

Video: Open clip →

R1 – Step 4 – Opening the Side Gates

Video: Open clip →

R1 – Step 5 – Gentle Arm Swing (Standing)

Video: Open clip →

R1 – Step 6 – Gathering Calm at the Belly

Video: Open clip →

Routine 2 – Midday Reset for Tension

Step Clips playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

R2 – Step 1 – Neck & Jaw Soften

Video: Open clip →

R2 – Step 2 – Shoulder Circles

Video: Open clip →

R2 – Step 3 – Wipe the Table

Video: Open clip →

R2 – Step 4 – Wrist & Finger Relief

Video: Open clip →

R2 – Step 5 – Finishing Breath

Video: Open clip →

Routine 3 – Evening Calm Qigong

Step Clips playlist:
Open on YouTube

Exercise Map (quick links): click an exercise to open the exact clip

R3 – Step 1 – Grounding the Feet

Video: Open clip →

R3 – Step 2 – Open & Close the Chest

Video: Open clip →

R3 – Step 3 – Soothing Belly Circles

Video: Open clip →

R3 – Step 4 – Down the Mountain

Video: Open clip →

R3 – Step 5 – Quiet Sitting

Video: Open clip →


28-Day Plan (Quick Guide)

Follow the day-by-day schedule in your book. On each practice day, choose one of these:

  • Track A (Seated): Seated Session + optional Qigong
  • Track B (Mixed): Seated Session on easier days, Standing Session on stronger days
  • Track C (More standing): Standing Session + optional Qigong

Tip: If you feel tired or unsteady today, do only the Seated Warm-Ups (Full) and stop there.


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