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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)
- Standing Session (practice time: 10–15 min, with chair)
- Qigong Routines (practice time: 5–10 min)
- Step-by-Step Library (short clips)
- 28-Day Plan (quick guide)
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
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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
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Step 5 – Circling the Ball
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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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