How to Use the Chi Machine
Drink a small glass of water before using the Chi Machine. , Position the Chi Machine on a firm surface with the handle facing away., Stretch out your lower back, then lay down on the floor.,Center your body with the arrow and place your legs on...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Drink a small glass of water before using the Chi Machine.
Make sure there is room underneath the machine for air movement., If you have low back or knee pain, place a pillow underneath your knees for extra support until your body becomes accustomed to the movement. ,, Make sure the ankle bone is about 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) over the edge of the cradle so your feet can move freely back and forth., There are a few variations you can try:
Stretched Back Position:
Place both arms above your head and keep them as straight as possible.
This may assist with weight loss, shoulder tendinitis, releasing muscle tension, and releasing nervous pressure.
Mid Position:
Place both hands under your head in a position that results in your upper body and legs being slightly lifted off the floor.
This may assist with migraine headaches, bone spurs, misaligned spine, sore back, gout, and arthritis.
Goldfish Position:
Place both arms at your sides on the floor.
This may assist with releasing tension, mood balancing, insomnia, constipation, and internal organ discomfort. , First time users should not do more than 2-3 minutes.
If your are in poor health, use less than 1 minute.
Increase the time in 2 minute increments once your body has adjusted to the movement.
Use of the machine twice a day provides maximum benefits., The machine provides a full body movement., Breathe in to the count of 7, hold to the count of 4, and exhale from the abdomen to the count of
8.
The timing of each breath is not as important as the rhythm of the breathing., If necessary, remove your feet from the cradle during this time.,, -
Step 2: Position the Chi Machine on a firm surface with the handle facing away.
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Step 3: Stretch out your lower back
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Step 4: then lay down on the floor.
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Step 5: Center your body with the arrow and place your legs on each side of the machine.
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Step 6: Position your legs on the cradle so that the back of your calf rests on the cradle just above the ankle bone.
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Step 7: Position your arms.
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Step 8: Turn the timer switch on to activate the machine.
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Step 9: Stay relaxed and allow your body to move with the swing of the machine.
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Step 10: Breathe deeply and evenly during the movement.
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Step 11: Remain on the floor for 2-3 minutes before getting up after the machine stops.
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Step 12: Stretch out your spine and hips
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Step 13: then roll to one side and get up off the floor.
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Step 14: Drink a full glass of water.
Detailed Guide
Make sure there is room underneath the machine for air movement., If you have low back or knee pain, place a pillow underneath your knees for extra support until your body becomes accustomed to the movement. ,, Make sure the ankle bone is about 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) over the edge of the cradle so your feet can move freely back and forth., There are a few variations you can try:
Stretched Back Position:
Place both arms above your head and keep them as straight as possible.
This may assist with weight loss, shoulder tendinitis, releasing muscle tension, and releasing nervous pressure.
Mid Position:
Place both hands under your head in a position that results in your upper body and legs being slightly lifted off the floor.
This may assist with migraine headaches, bone spurs, misaligned spine, sore back, gout, and arthritis.
Goldfish Position:
Place both arms at your sides on the floor.
This may assist with releasing tension, mood balancing, insomnia, constipation, and internal organ discomfort. , First time users should not do more than 2-3 minutes.
If your are in poor health, use less than 1 minute.
Increase the time in 2 minute increments once your body has adjusted to the movement.
Use of the machine twice a day provides maximum benefits., The machine provides a full body movement., Breathe in to the count of 7, hold to the count of 4, and exhale from the abdomen to the count of
8.
The timing of each breath is not as important as the rhythm of the breathing., If necessary, remove your feet from the cradle during this time.,,
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