In traditional oriental medicine, people’s constitutions are divided into nine types. Each constitution has different manifestations on people’s bodies and has different effects on people’s health. How do you know which one your body belongs to? Moreover, each constitution has different health preservation methods. The following nine types are introduced for you. Let’s take a look.

Find your own constitution characteristics, and the targeted conditioning methods can be diet, work and rest, medicine, exercise, etc. Here I will focus on sharing with you the plan of sports health preservation.

I. Peaceful constitution

    The most important health preservation principle for people with peaceful constitution is “no injury, no worry, let nature take its course”. In exercise, according to age, gender, and hobbies, you should follow the principle of gradual progress and moderation, develop the habit of persisting in exercise, and often participate in moderate exercise, not excessive. Exercise should emphasize comprehensiveness, diversity, and balance, in line with the concept of “harmony between heaven and man, let nature take its course”, and reasonably choose the way of exercise in all seasons.

    Young people can choose some more intense health preservation exercises, such as Zhaobao Tai Chi, Wudang swordsmanship, etc. Elderly people can take a walk or practice Ba Duan Jin.

    II. Qi deficiency constitution

    This type of constitution is suitable for gentle exercise, which should be carried out step by step. It is suitable to take a walk, practice Tai Chi, do exercises, etc. in a place with fresh air, and persevere. Usually, massage Zusanli acupoint by yourself. It is not suitable to do heavy load exercise and sweating exercise, and avoid using strong force and holding breath for a long time.

    Mainly do gentle exercise, walk, practice Tai Chi and Ba Duan Jin, etc. It is not suitable to do heavy load exercise and sweating exercise, and avoid using strong force and holding breath for a long time. Usually, massage Zusanli acupoint.

    It is suitable to practice the sixth form of Taoist health preservation Ba Duan Jin: climbing the feet with both hands to consolidate the kidney and waist, which belongs to the “blowing” skill in the “Six-Character Formula”. Regular practice has the effect of consolidating kidney qi.

    III. Yang deficiency constitution

    Because “movement generates yang”, people with yang deficiency constitution should strengthen physical exercise and persevere in spring, summer, autumn and winter.

    You can do some soothing and gentle exercises, such as walking, Tai Chi, Ba Duan Jin, internal nourishing exercises, and Wuji Zhuang. You can also massage the Qi Hai, Zu San Li, and Yong Quan acupoints by yourself, or frequently moxibustion Zu San Li and Guan Yuan. You can take a sauna or hot spring bath appropriately. It should be noted that it is not suitable to do excessively strenuous exercise in summer, and avoid exercising in windy, cold, foggy, snowy and air polluted environments in winter.

    IV. Yin deficiency constitution

    It is not suitable to over-excite, focus on regulating liver function, suitable for medium and small intensity, intermittent physical exercise, you can choose Tai Chi, Ba Duan Jin, and Changshou Gong, which are traditional fitness programs that combine movement and stillness. You can focus on practicing the seventh form of Ba Duan Jin: the method of holding fists and glaring to compete for strength, which can dredge the liver meridian. There is also Wudang sword, which can also vent the liver depression in the process of swinging the sword, thereby nourishing the liver blood.

    You can also listen to some Guqin music with soothing, gentle and lyrical tunes to prevent anger.

    V. Phlegm-damp constitution

      People with phlegm-damp constitution are often obese and prone to sleepiness, so they should insist on walking, jogging, ball games, swimming, martial arts, and Ba Duan Jin for a long time.

      Do more outdoor activities, often sunbathe or sunbathe, and exercise for a long time.

      You can do some aerobic exercises for a longer time according to your personal situation. For example, Zhaobao Tai Chi, a set of 72 postures, slowly practicing several times a day has a significant effect on body shaping and muscle building. The best time for exercise is 2-4 pm, and the amount of activity gradually increases, so that the loose skin and flesh gradually become firm and dense muscles.

      VI. Blood stasis constitution

        People with this constitution type often have concerns about the poor flow of qi and blood in the meridians. Exercise can promote the smooth flow of qi and blood in the meridians throughout the body and the harmony of the five internal organs. You can do more sports that help promote the flow of qi and blood, such as Tai Chi, Tai Chi sword, walking fitness, etc. The Eight-Section Brocade of the Thousand-Year Daoyin Technique can make the meridians unblocked, relieve pain, stabilize emotions, and enhance human functions.

        In short, the principle is to enable all parts of the body to move to help the circulation of qi and blood.

        People with blood stasis constitution often have hidden concerns about cardiovascular function, so they should not do intense, high-intensity, and stimulating exercises. If you experience chest tightness, difficulty breathing, and significantly accelerated pulse during exercise, you should stop exercising and go to the hospital for examination in time.

        VII. Damp-heat constitution

        It is suitable for high-intensity and high-volume exercise to let the excess yang energy dissipate. The first choice is martial arts, such as military boxing, Xuanwu stick, and Wudang sword. At the same time, it should be noted that it is currently at the intersection of autumn and summer, with high temperatures and high humidity. It is best to choose to strengthen exercise in the early morning or evening when it is cooler.

        VIII. Qi stagnation constitution

        You should try to increase outdoor exercise, and you can insist on some high-intensity and high-load sports, such as mountaineering, running, swimming, martial arts, etc.

        Participate in more group sports to adjust your spirit and get rid of the self-enclosed state. For example, the courses in the Cultural Palace are all group classes. Choose courses that are both health-preserving and physical-strengthening, and you can interact with more people, which is greatly conducive to the improvement of qi stagnation. If you have the opportunity to participate in some health-related study tours, you can not only increase your knowledge but also improve your body and mind.

        IX. Special constitution

        Belonging to allergic constitution, people with this constitution are generally more likely to suffer from congenital allergies. Allergic symptoms include frequent sneezing, runny nose, or allergies to certain foods, gases or dust.

        In life, people with special constitutions should maintain a regular life, go to bed and get up early, and wash and dry bedding sheets frequently to prevent allergies to dust mites; it is not advisable to keep pets to avoid allergies to animal fur. Usually, you should reduce allergenic factors and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as yam, potatoes and other spleen and stomach foods to help improve allergic symptoms.

        Actively participate in various physical exercises to enhance physical fitness. The second move in Ba Duan Jin: Drawing the bow with both hands is like shooting an eagle, which has the effect of regulating lung qi deficiency. The lung governs the skin and fur, and strong lung qi is also an effective way to reduce allergic reactions. It is advisable to start exercising during the hot weather.

        Exercise is a very economical way to maintain health. As long as you take some time out, you can strengthen your body. Of course, the premise is to find an exercise method that suits you. Have you found it?