Tiger play is to imitate the image of the tiger, take its breath, make good use of its claw force to shake its tail and shake its whole body. It is the land of mandarin ducks, the sea of Xue Jing, the root of vitality, and the house of fire and water that demands to keep the gate of life. Staying here is conducive to strengthening the kidney, waist and bones, dredging the Du meridian and catching a cold.
Deer play is to imitate the image of deer, take its longevity spirit, and be good at carrying the tail. The tail is the intersection of Ren and Du, and the deer play is intended to guard the tail, which can ventilate the whole body, dredge the meridians, promote blood circulation and stretch the bones and muscles.
Bear play is to imitate the image of a bear. Bears are all thumbs, quiet outside and moving inside. It is necessary to observe the coordination of qi and blood in the middle uterus (umbilicus).
Practice ape play, focusing on the purpose of moving inside and being quiet outside, being light and healthy. Ask to stay in the navel, in order to move in shape and stay calm in spirit.
Bird play, also known as crane play, imitates the image of crane and moves lightly and smoothly. To practice this play, we should focus on the sea of qi, which is the key to ren mai and the sea of qi and blood; Crane opera can regulate qi and blood and dredge meridians and joints.
The five techniques of Wuqinxi have their own emphases, but they are also a holistic and systematic technique. Regular practice has the functions of nourishing spirit, regulating qi and blood, benefiting viscera, dredging meridians, activating bones and muscles and benefiting joints. When the mind is at peace, the exuberance of qi produces essence, and the exuberance of essence transforms into aerodynamic shape, thus achieving the unity of the three elements (essence, qi and spirit), which can strengthen the body, cultivate self-cultivation, and live a long and healthy life.