This series of 6 exercises is designed to stretch the 12 main meridians. The Makko-Ho (“bowing”) exercises are useful to sedate, tonify and remove blockages along the energy meridians. each pair of meridians and help us realize what are our energetic strengths and weaknesses. Doing them regularly helps to improve our vital functions and prevent disease. As we become more sedentary, our muscles and joints actually start to deteriorate from under-use. This can lead to overall physical weakness, an accumulation of tension in muscle fibres, body aches and pains, lowered immune function and postural problems.
Use Makka-Ho to improve the flow of Qi (also spelled Chi or Ki), or vital energy throughout the body. By doing the Makko-Ho stretches every day, you can restore and maintain balance in both body and mind.