Looking for a low-impact exercise that benefits both the body and the mind without leaving you tired and sore? Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, graceful movements with ...

DANVILLE -- Less pain, increased strength and flexibility and an improvement in breathing are just some of the benefits a Tai Chi class will offer to those suffering from arthritis. Emily Fiocchi, a ...

After learning only the first six movements of sun-style tai chi, Marian Anderson could pull on her slacks in the morning without, as she said, "having to hang onto something with one hand." She gets ...

Tai Chi for Arthritis is a program designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis and others. The program includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and ...

In general, seniors find that as they age, their activity levels decrease. For some, the activity level is reduced due to physical limitations or medical conditions. For others, they see a reduction ...

Demographic variables of the participants in the Tai Chi group and focus group sub-sample are presented in Table 2. Median attendance during the intervention was 20 (range 18–24) out of 24 sessions ...

Tai Chi Balance — Sunrise Chapel, 8421 E. Wrightstown Road. Mondays: Tai Chi basics; Thursdays: yang 10 for beginners. 11 a.m.-noon. Mondays and Thursdays. $10; $30 a month. 296-9212. Beginning Tai ...

LEWISBURG — The Lewisburg YMCA, in cooperation with the Union/Snyder Area Agency on Aging, will offer a Tai Chi for Arthritis program to local residents age 60 and up free of charge, thanks to funds ...

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Morning Meditation — Mindful Yoga Studio, 1101 N. Wilmot Road. Restore, renew and reconnect with simple meditation and breathing exercises. Ages 18 and up. 8:15-8:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays.

In the present study quantitative and qualitative research indicates improved health outcome of Tai Chi mainly related to muscle strength and endurance. The focus group interview indicated additional ...