Qing Gong

Qing Gong (zh-tspcy|t=輕功|s=轻功|p=qīnggōng|cy=Hing Kung) translates to "light body skill", and consists of two main skills: One being the ability to perform vertical jumps of a height many times that of the human body, and the other being the ability to travel long distances with a flitting, continuous motion as if flying.Dubious|date=March 2008

In popular culture, its practitioners perform improbably exaggerated feats of acrobatics, such as easily scaling walls, flying over rooftops, gliding on water or walking on trees. As such, qing gong wirework is a staple of wuxia film.

Training method

Traditionally Baguazhang involved training qing gong, which was done using a plank against a wall and the gradient was increased over time. They also attached to themselves weights (sandbags) while walking on a circle. This mental 'strength' is important and it is painstakingly developed during the exercises.

However, Qing Gong is a jing skill that is developed through years of practice.

ee also

*Parkour: A French discipline in which participants attempt to pass obstacles in a smooth and rapid manner.
*Books on Qing Gong: [http://www.taijichinesemedicine.com/Books.htm Book titled "Zhonghua Wushu QingGong (Light Gongfu)"]