Qi Gong Before or After My Stretching?

Would it generally be better to do my QiGong exercises before or after my “runner’s stretching” (calves, quads, lumbar, glutes)?

Great question—and the answer depends on your goals for that session, but here’s a general guideline based on traditional practices and physical performance science:

✅ Best Sequence for Most People (Including You)

🔹 Light dynamic stretching → QiGong → Runner’s Stretching

💡 Why This Order Works Best for You

1. Light Dynamic Warm-Up (1–2 mins)

Before any QiGong or static stretch:

• Gently swing arms, twist torso, or walk in place.

• Helps mobilize joints and raise core temperature.

2. QiGong Before Runner’s Stretching

• QiGong improves energy flow (Qi), opens meridians, and promotes internal awareness.

• Movements are usually slow, mindful, and gentle on tendons and ligaments, making it ideal as a warm-up for deeper muscle work.

• Prepares your fascia and nervous system for deeper, more effective stretches afterward.

• You’ll be more relaxed, centered, and less likely to overstretch or injure tight muscles.

3. Runner’s Stretches After QiGong

• Now that your blood and energy are flowing, your muscles are warmer and more pliable.

• Static stretches (like quads, glutes, hamstrings) will be more effective.

• You can go deeper into the stretch with less risk of strain, especially post-flush when you’re already in detox mode.

🌀 Bonus:

Doing QiGong first also supports lymph movement, which is synergistic with your current liver/lymphatic protocols (Lymphatonic, Red Root, Myrrh, etc.).

Check out the guides I follow:

Qi Gong:

Runner’s Stretch:

A.I. Disclaimer

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