"Qigong is believed to relax the mind, muscles, tendons, joints and inner organs - helping to improve circulation, relieve stress and pain and restore health. As with Tai Chi, a variety of benefits have been linked to qigong. - WebMD
Tai Chi among 5 of the best exercises!The Harvard Health Publications listed Tai Chi as one of the 5 best exercises you could ever do, on January 16th, 2014.
According to Dr. I-Min Lee, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, Tai chi is made up of a series of graceful movements, one transitioning smoothly into the next. Because the classes are offered at various levels, tai chi is accessible, and valuable, for people of all ages and fitness levels. Read the complete article here. Tai Chi for medical conditionsAccording to the Harvard Health Publications, Tai Chi is beneficial for multiple medical conditions like Arthritis, Low Bone Density, Breast Cancer, Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Parkinson's Disease, Sleep Problems, and Stroke.
Although Tai Chi is slow and gentle and doesn't leave you breathless, it addresses the key components of fitness — muscle strength, flexibility, balance, and, to a lesser degree, aerobic conditioning. Read the complete article here. |
Why practice Tai Chi?According to the Mayo Clinic staff, when learned correctly and performed regularly, tai chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving your health. The benefits of tai chi include:
Read the complete article here. "This gentle form of exercise (Tai Chi) can prevent or ease many ills of aging and could be the perfect activity for the rest of your life." - Harvard Health Publications Tai Chi is "moving meditation"WebMDTai Chi for medical conditions says: Tai chi is a type of low-impact, weight-bearing, and aerobic -- yet relaxing -- exercise. It began as a martial art. As it developed, it took on the purpose of enhancing physical and mental health. Practiced in a variety of styles, tai chi involves slow, gentle movements, deep breathing, and meditation. The meditation is sometimes called "moving meditation."
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