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Tips for health: traditional exercises and light food during Awakening of Insects period
From:english.eastday.com  |  2022-03-05 14:35

Awakening of Insects is the third of the 24 Chinese solar terms.

It symbols the rejuvenation of everything, with its name indicating the awakening of animals by spring thunder.

We should refresh ourselves as Yang-Qi rises at this time.

The exercise of Awakening of Insects strengthens Large Intestine Meridian Sinew of Hand-Yangming.

It starts from the index finger and extends to the shoulder, neck and nose along the anterolateral side of the arm, and also runs towards the opposite side of the jaw through the forehead.

As you inhale, move your body weight forward, press both hands down backward and raise your head. Turn your body back as you exhale.

Repeat several times according to your own conditions.

It is recommended to eat light food during this time, which is good for metabolism.



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