General Introduction
History
Benefits

General Introduction
Liu Zi Jue, also called Six Sounds Approach to Qigong Breathing Exercises, is a traditional health and fitness practice focused on the breath-control.

Liu Zi Jue regulates and controls the rise and fall of Qi (vital energy) through the inhalation and exhalation of six sounds. The exercises feature slow, gentle movements that are safe and easy to learn and are suitable for people of all ages and in all conditions of health.

History
It is practiced through the art of expiration. It has a long history and is quite widespread. The earliest record for this type of Qigong dates back to the Southern and Northern Dynasties (420 - 589 AD). During the process of its spread, the masters of medicine and regimens over various generations replenished and improved it. The current adaptation is based upon the traditional one, but utilizes modern scientific theories and methods. The order of the six characters, the pronunciation and the degree of lip-rounding have been regulated and standardized to make it more scientific and reasonable.

Benefits
The routine strengthens the liver, heart, spleen, lungs and kidneys, thus helping to balance the energy and functions of the internal organs, and to have a calming effect and to alleviate stress.