Robert Peng – Live Long Qigong

Course Structure and Its Benefits

Module 1: Awaken the Healing Wisdom of the 312+8 Path

This week, we open the Healing 312+8 Qigong journey by exploring the golden treasure of meridian healing. You’ll discover how to apply the meridian system into a simple, practical program that promotes longevity, graceful aging, and the prevention of illness, while boosting both mental and physical health. You’ll also be introduced to the core techniques of the 312+8 system, including acupressure, dynamic breathing, and meditative movement.

Topics Covered:

• Understanding the healing power of meridians

• The 312 Meridian Healing Protocol

• Chest breathing, abdominal breathing, and therapeutic abdominal breathing — when and why to use them

Practices for the Week:

• Stroking the Waterfall at Sunrise (8 Cycles Movement 1) – Gather Heaven and Earth Qi to empower wisdom, love, and vitality

• Chest and Abdominal Breathing Practice – Harmonize internal systems

• Therapeutic Abdominal Breathing – Deepen healing across body, mind, and spirit.

Module 2: Harness the Flow of Vital Energy Through Movement and Stillness

This week focuses on activating all 14 meridians through dynamic squatting exercises, which strengthen muscles and joints while creating a therapeutic effect on internal organs. We continue refining previous practices and add two more 8 Cycles movements to deepen your energetic balance.

Topics Covered:

• The therapeutic effects of dynamic squatting

• Balancing body systems and yin/yang with movement

• Releasing tension in meridians by turning the head and rotating the waist

Practices for the Week:

• Opening the Heart and Embracing the Day (8 Cycles Movement 2) – Open hand and arm meridians

• Dancing With the Universe (8 Cycles Movement 3) – Regulate the central meridian and center yourself

• 312 Dynamic Squatting Exercise – Boost internal strength and energy flow

This week, we introduce the Hegu (Joining Valley) point, a critical gateway for clearing energy blockages. You’ll learn how to locate and stimulate Hegu for relieving various ailments and enhancing meridian flow. Two more 8 Cycles movements expand your healing potential.

Topics Covered:

• Healing functions and applications of the Hegu point

• How to locate, activate, and adapt Hegu for different needs

• Understanding deqi (the sensation of Qi) at Hegu

Practices for the Week:

• Turning the Wheel of Heaven (8 Cycles Movement 4) – Open heart and kidney energy, energize joints

• Stirring the 5 Elements (8 Cycles Movement 5) – Activate deeper emotional and physical healing

• Hegu Acupressure Practice – Clear energetic and physical blockages

Module 4: Open the Inner Gateway to Peace With Neiguan Practices

This week emphasizes inner relaxation through the Neiguan (Inner Gate) point, linked to the heart, lungs, and thoracic cavity. Stimulating this point can alleviate a range of issues from heart disease to insomnia, while supporting mental clarity and emotional calmness.

Topics Covered:

• Healing properties and location of Neiguan

• How Neiguan connects to emotional and respiratory health

• Adaptations and applications for deqi at Neiguan

Practices for the Week:

• Playing the Tai Chi Ball (8 Cycles Movement 6) – Flow body, mind, and spirit in harmony

• Neiguan Acupressure Practice – Open and relax the chest and emotional center

Module 5: Cultivate the Fountain of Vitality Through Zusanli Activation

This week focuses on the Zusanli (Foot 3 Miles) point, known for tonifying Qi, blood, and internal organ health. You’ll learn how to work with this powerful point to address digestive issues, boost vitality, and support graceful aging.

Topics Covered:

• Healing function and significance of Zusanli

• Techniques for locating and activating Zusanli

• How to adapt Zusanli stimulation to individual needs

Practices for the Week:

• Rising Mist and Flowing Water (8 Cycles Movement 7) – Harmonize the fascia system and internal physiology

• Touching Heaven and Earth (8 Cycles Movement 8) – Balance yin and yang within the body

• Zusanli Acupressure Practice – Strengthen internal systems and energy flow

Module 6: Balance the Dance of Yin and Yang to Nourish Your Qi

This week, you’ll deepen your knowledge of the universal principles of yin and yang. Like a free-flowing stream, your Qi must flow unobstructed to nourish and heal your internal systems. You’ll integrate the 8 Cycles movements into a complete, flowing sequence.

Topics Covered:

• Deepening the understanding of yin and yang in life and practice

• Benefits of yin/yang application in Qigong and daily living

• How to organically adapt 312+8 to your individual needs

Practices for the Week:

• Full Flow Like Water Sequence (Complete 8 Cycles Movements) – Nourish and refresh your whole system

• Personalized 312+8 Practice – Integrate and adapt techniques for daily use

Module 7: Embrace the Art of Longevity and Graceful Transformation

In this final week, you’ll map out your 100-year life plan, incorporating all the tools learned to live healthily, happily, and gracefully. You’ll explore how to protect yourself energetically, strengthen resilience, and organize your internal and external energy fields.

Topics Covered:

• Techniques to conquer aging weaknesses in body and mind

• Taste of Awareness Meditation – Awaken deep internal perception

• Practices for energetic protection and reorganization (Wogu and BuQiFa)

Practices for the Week:

• Taste of Awareness Meditation – Enhance spiritual awareness

• Wogu Practice – Protect against ill or invasive Qi

• BuQiFa Practice – Harmonize your inner and outer energy fields

• Integration of 312+8 for lifelong vitality and graceful aging