Tai Chi is increasing in popularity in the Western world, after having crossed the Pacific Ocean where it originated in traditional Chinese medicine. Because it has centuries of success behind it, many people take it for granted that it works to improve health. However, scientists in the Western world prefer to do research studies in … Read more
You may understand that both qigong and tai chi are ancient Chinese practices for increasing your energy, also relieving stress and anxiety. Sometimes the two get confused. That is because there are a lot of similarities here. While they are closely linked, there are some definite differences between these Far East physical art forms. What … Read more
Many people refer to Tai Chi as meditation in motion. Tai Chi uniquely balances meditative practices with physical movement to approach health comprehensively. Regarding mind wellness, Tai Chi seeks to bring peace to the mind and spirit by aligning them with the body. The Chinese believed that all dis-ease occurs due to an imbalance of … Read more
Tai Chi is considered a form of meditative movement with a wide reach in support of mental, emotional, and physical health. The fact that it is low impact makes it incredibly accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels. It is also an exercise that can be incorporated into any fitness regimen, and can … Read more
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases made through the affiliate links in this article at no extra cost to you. Tai chi is a wonderfully beneficial mental and physical health practice. No matter what your age or level of physical fitness, even if you are recovering from a medical procedure … Read more
A study with 543 participants over 50 found a surprising winner. After 12 weeks, tai chi led to a 1.8cm waist reduction. This beat out traditional exercise, which only managed 1.3cm. Tai chi, often seen as gentle, was better at managing weight than usual workouts. This finding caught my eye in my research on weight … Read more
Mind Body exercises use a combination of techniques, which promote an introspective and meditative approach to physical and mental fitness. Most forms of mind body exercise use a combination of breathing exercises or modes, mindful focus (deep concentration) and prescribed movements with specific intended outcomes. This exercise format applies the apparent connection between the health … Read more
Did you know Wu Style Tai Chi’s opening form includes the four major forces of Peng, Lu, Ji, and An? This shows the style’s complex and martial significance. As a practitioner, I’ve learned to balance power and grace in Wu style tai chi. Wu Tai Chi is a unique family style of tai chi. It … Read more
If you suffer from chronic back pain, the ancient Far East practice of tai chi may be just what the doctor ordered. That is because there are certain tai chi movements which can alleviate back pain, even in some people who have been suffering for years. They are also excellent for treating pain issues in … Read more
The best free and paid online Tai Chi courses for beginners include free YouTube videos offering basic movements for health-focused practice such as Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi Productions and Tai Chi Made Easy with David-Dorian Ross (7-time U.S. national champion and world silver medalist), Udemy for budget-friendly options (Yang Tai Chi for Beginners Part … Read more