Archives for the ‘Tai Chi’ Category

Parkinson’s disease patients may benefit from tai chi exercises

People who have Parkinson’s disease experience problems with tremors and uncontrollable, jerky movements.

Tai chi exercises can help the heart

There are several reasons why people exercise. They may be trying to shed the pounds, sculpt the muscles or boost the energy.

Tai chi movements can help seniors prevent accidental falls

Accidental falls are a major safety hazard for seniors. Fortunately, tai chi movements can help them maintain a good sense of balance.

Tai chi teaches med students energy healing and the essentials of self care

A growing number of medical schools are incorporating classes on complementary treatments such as tai chi in order to teach energy healing and the essentials of self care, according to a report in The Huffington Post.

Tai chi exercises may help back pain

A new study from Australia demonstrates how tai chi exercises can help alleviate back pain.

Tai chi movements are popular among baby boomers

With age can come potential health complications, but as some seniors are discovering, tai chi movements can help alleviate stress.

Different parts of the brain may benefit from tai chi movements

There are several things people can do to keep their brains sharp, including tai chi movements.

Consistency of tai chi exercises more important than intensity

Tai chi may sound pleasant for summertime weather, but what happens when autumn comes? As one exercise physiologist points out, what matters more is the consistency of tai chi exercises and other activities – not their intensity.

Tai chi exercises can help maintain healthy memory

People often dread several aspects of aging, including the decline of their physical and mental health. However, a growing body of research suggests that tai chi exercises and other activities may help prevent memory loss.

Gisele Bundchen performs tai chi exercises to ease stress

What if there were a simple way to ease away the day’s frustrations in just a few gentle maneuvers?