When most people picture Taijiquan, better known as Tai Chi (太极拳), two contrasting images tend to come to mind. One is the slow-moving routine practised by elderly people in parks in the early morning ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -There are about 100 different forms of tai chi. Most utilize movements that require crouching or standing on one foot. But one form is distinctly different. It’s called the ...

LAS CRUCES - The movements are graceful, calculated and flowing. To some, it may appear as a slow dance, but it isn’t; it’s a martial art — it’s tai chi. Tai chi, also known as shadow boxing, was ...

The intersection of ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience has revealed remarkable insights into brain health enhancement through tai chi practice. This centuries-old martial art is proving to be a ...

A group of older, fall-prone people who took part in a 12-week structured programme of Tai Chi found that their balance and physical strength improved, reducing the risk of falls. The group - average ...

The men and women meandering on the beach with arms rising high then low, their concentration intense as the afternoon sun, set themselves apart from the average beach-goers. Sometimes they take weird ...

Smooth moves aren’t limited to the dance floor. The low-impact exercise of tai chi chuan, a form of martial arts, is attracting attention from older adults who want a fitness activity that is ...

If being healthier is one of your New Year’s resolutions, you might consider Tai Chi. Kathy Graham, a local instructor, presented a program on “Tai Chi For Everyday Life” Thursday at Sterling Public ...

Tai chi is a noncompetitive martial art known for its health benefits, such as improving balance and managing pain. It is an ancient Chinese tradition that combines gentle physical exercise and ...