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Qi is the energy flowing in all living things

Throughout our daily lives, we all notice as our energy levels ebb and flow: sometimes bursting; other times dwindling like an ember. In Chinese medicine, we consider qi as broadly equivalent to energy – specifically, to how signals and nutrients flow through the body. When qi becomes stuck, this circulation clogs manifesting as cramps, discomfort, lethargy, and a greater risk of injury. Master Qi to recover faster and flow like the breath of life itself.

Wild in wellness: recovery in action
Sub-elite, professional or amateur, the athlete’s job is to put their bodies on the line. They subject themselves to higher levels of pain, stress, and exhaustion and are likely to see more bruises and breaks than the average person. Their physical and mental endurance is what separates them from us mortal recreationalists. But what sets a podium-placing athlete apart from his or her peers? A renewed focus on recovery suggests that it’s not how hard one trains, but how easily one recovers