What is the primary goal of qi gong?

• A. To increase muscle mass rapidly through weight training.
• B. To improve mental health through therapy sessions only.
• C. To improve and enhance the flow of qi through movement, breathing, and meditation.
• D. To eliminate the need for any other medical care.

Answer: (C)

Qi gong centers on cultivating and balancing qi, the body’s vital energy, by coordinating breath, slow intentional movement, and focused attention. The primary goal is to improve and enhance the flow of qi through movement, breathing, and meditation, which helps promote energy balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. It’s not about building muscle mass through weight training, nor is it solely about psychotherapy or mental health treatment, and it doesn’t aim to replace medical care with self-practice alone.