22: Slower Movements for Faster Conception: Qi Gong for Fertility with Kevin Yee-Chan

The smallest change can have the biggest impact.   Meet Kevin Yee-Chan—professional ballet dancer turned acupuncturist, Qi Gong & yoga practitioner, artist, and practitioner at Acubalance Wellness Center. The life of a dancer might be physically tough on the body, but Kevin always found relief in holistic remedies. That’s why he dedicated himself to weaving modern somatic sciences with eastern healing arts to create his unique treatment approach for his clients today.    In today’s episode, Kevin explains what Qi Gong is and the epigenetic research behind this anti-aging practice. You’ll discover why it’s an effective tool for boosting fertility and how it can have a positive impact on the health of your future child.    The practices you’ll learn in this episode are subtle but powerful ways to calm your nervous system and release trauma in the body. With just a few small changes, you can become more present, optimize fertility, increase vitality, and increase your health long-term.    As Kevin so eloquently puts it, “The slower that we go, sometimes the more we're able to see.”     Key Topics/Takeaways: Why Qi Gong is effective for fertility. [5:15] The power of repetition. [8:25] The research behind Qi Gong for well-being and fertility. [9:56] Chronological vs. biological age. [17:10] What Qi Gong is and how it works in the body. [21:08] The meditative aspect of Qi Gong. [26:32] Kevin shares the real-life results of Qi Gong. [29:42] How Qi Gong can positively impact the health of your future child. [32:28]   Kevin Yee-Chan is an acupuncturist, Qi Gong & yoga practitioner, and artist who has been fascinated by the functions of the body for as long as he can remember. He graduated magna cum laude from Pacific Rim College and is a certified E-RYT 500 yoga teacher.   In his first career as a ballet dancer, Kevin continually returned to acupuncture and yoga as potent tools to heal from various injuries and illnesses. As such, his practice weaves modern somatic sciences with eastern healing arts. Kevin believes everyone’s health journey is a unique work of art. His clinical practice is ignited by discovering each person’s distinct alchemy of vitality and providing patients with a heart-centered, research-based space.   Kevin has trained in tui na (Chinese medical massage), reflexology, medical qigong, Shadow Yoga, non-violent communication, and polyvagal theory to support western science and the body’s full spectrum of health and well-being: both short- and long-term.     Where To Find Kevin Yee-Chan: KevinYeeChan.com  Qi Gong for Fertility Course and warmup exercise   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC) Acubalance.ca   Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram: @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.