Tai chi may also be a more approachable form of mindfulness training for those who struggle with the sit-and-breathe forms of meditation. “Directing attention to the body and pairing hand movements ...

The calming effect of tai chi may make it more effective, according to researchers. The low-impact, gentle exercises can be a safe, healthy workout for all ages and fitness levels. A gentle, ...

Each year in the United States, more than one-third of adults 65 and older experience a fall. Of those who fall, 30% suffer moderate to severe injuries, making falls the leading cause of injury deaths ...

A tai chi exercise a day keeps the blood pressure at bay. The Chinese martial art form may help to reduce blood pressure and improve heart health even more than intense cardio, according to a study ...

A new study has found that tai chi was significantly more effective than aerobic exercise at lowering blood pressure in 18-to-65-year-olds with prehypertension, a condition that can progress to high ...

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There are countless forms of exercise that promise to shrink your waistline and help you build lean muscle. From racking up 10,000 steps a day to lifting weights a few times a week, the options are ...

It’s easy to tell people to make exercise part of their daily routine. It’s not so easy to tell them what to do. Some folks like to run marathons or climb mountains. But if you would rather care for ...

Tai chi, a traditional, slow-moving form of Chinese martial art, is known to increase flexibility and improve balance. Now, new research suggests it's better than more vigorous aerobic exercises for ...