qigong

noun

qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ 

variants often Qigong

: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises

Examples of qigong in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Brian Huff, regional director for Atlanta at Body & Brain, the largest qigong and tai chi company in the country, framed it more plainly for Atlanta Magazine. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026

Brian Huff, regional director for Atlanta at Body & Brain (the largest qigong and tai chi company in the country), told Atlanta Magazine the appeal is holistic. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2026

Personalized wellness schedules may include forest walks, sauna sessions, evening sound baths, and morning qigong. — Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2026

Preliminary research suggests qigong may help improve mood, cognitive functioning, immunity and pain, with potential benefits for heart health and overall quality of life, according to VeryWell Mind. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Chinese (Beijing) qìgōng, from qì chi + gōng achievement, skill

First Known Use

1974, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

qigong

noun

qi·​gong ˈchē-ˈgu̇ŋ 

often capitalized

: an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises designed to improve physical and mental well-being and prevent disease

called also chi kung, ch'i kung