The movements are slow and fluid. The practitioners feet are firmly planted on the ground while their arms and bodies mimic the moves of the teacher. Music softly fills the room. It is exercise and, ...

Walking as if on a frozen lake: Tai Chi Walking consciously slows down each step. The meditative technique interrupts the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. HULBERT – Tai chi is a form of Chinese martial art involving a series of gentle movements, meditation and breath work, and many ...

Tai Chi is an unusual exercise because it can be done by any age group regardless of health. It has become very popular with seniors because of its health benefits. The Fairhaven Senior Center offers ...

It’s pretty well-known that exercise is one of the best ways to curb stress and boost your mood. (Just think about how relaxed and happy you feel after a yoga class, kickboxing session or run in the ...

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month and Older American Month and the mental health of seniors is a growing issue that needs proper attention. In San Jose, a ...

Kinesiology researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have received funding to compare the effects Kinesiology researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have received funding ...

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