In Traditional Chinese medicine health and wellness are generated by balance and harmony of the five elements. The Five Elements are Earth, Metal, Water, Wood and Fire. The Five Elements maintain balance through two cycles: Generative Cycle and Control Cycle.

The Five Element Flow in the Control Cycle follows the natural flow of balance in nature. When one element becomes too excessive then other elements can become weak. This often happens when we are too emotional or excess in our behavior and desires. In the Control Cycle, Water controls Fire. Fire controls Metal. Metal controls Wood. Wood controls Earth and Earth controls Water to promote balance. Therefore this routine is great to do if you feel out of balance, especially emotionally. It is a complete routine that begins with warm ups, with a focus on circulation flow and a final integration.