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The most advanced of the core methods. This standing posture is used to go from the external Hunyuan stage — where the mind's Qi comes out to integrate with the universe into one unity — to the internal Hunyuan stage, where the mind and body are integrated and the mind is kept inside. In this method, practitioners are taught to "close the seven orifices of the head" — the ears, eyes, and mouth. The senses of vision, hearing, and smell are withdrawn into the center of the head, the Shenji palace, the home of the mind and the true self. Fun fact: this method is a foundation practice of martial arts. It is known for quickly mobilizing Qi and effectively improving the body's health. The body may sway and vibrate gently and feel warm. An expanding and absorbing force appears between the hands where one can feel resistance while making opening and closing motions. This method is particularly good at opening the waist, pelvis, and tailbone.

The Rolling the spine method is a variation of this Wall Squat method which is easier to do and does not require a deep squat. It is said that innate Qi exists inside the lower back and this Qi supports and nourishes the whole body. This Qi comes from both parents at the time of conception, as well as from the mother during her pregnancy. After birth more Qi is acquired, but how do we access this pocket of Qi? This Wall Squat method was kept secret by traditional masters for centuries, and it is a secret way to relax and open the lower back. Once the lower back is opened, the Qi inside the lower back is accessible; Qi and blood of the entire body flows freely. Opening and relaxing the lower back is important for Qi to flow well within the body, this can be achieved by doing Qigong. Because the lower back is the main support for one's body weight, methods directed at strengthening this area are particularly beneficial.

This La Qi is a fundamental method in Zhineng Qigong, and more so it can be described as the method of the universe. It deeply relates to the motion law of Zhineng Qigong which relays the movement of the universe and everything inside it. La Qi is the practice of opening and closing. It is almost hidden in most other methods. We find it in the Lift Qi Up Method, in the Chen Qi method and even in more simple practices of Qigong. With these movements we follow the rules of nature as everything is opening and closing, expanding and contracting, moving in and moving out, and most beautifully transforming. But how, and what does La Qi transform? By using the La Qi method, practitioners can remove blockages impeding the flow of Qi, which can help to transform illness and promote healing. Because of this holistic approach to health and wellness (with an emphasis on a positive mindset to direct focused intentions), techniques evidently improve mental and emotional well-being, as well as physical health.