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 ...

For people with chronic illnesses ranging from cancer to arthritis, tai chi exercises may improve walking, build strength and reduce pain, according to a new analysis of past research. The slow and ...

Seven women gathered in the basement activities room of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church near Blain, working on memorizing and mastering a series of meditative motions as part of a regular exercise class.

Could exercise that uses slow movements and breathing, like tai chi, do as much for trimming belly fat in older adults as aerobic exercise? It might. A new study found that individuals aged 50 and up ...

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, ...

What's your excuse for not exercising this year? It's too cold? You're too busy? Perhaps the real reason is you're too afraid. "Some of the barriers to participating in exercise are the fear of ...

Question: Recent studies show that practicing traditional Chinese tai chi movements can reduce falls in seniors. But isn't this really hard to learn? Answer: Depends on your goal. Researchers at China ...

Tai chi is a form of 'mind-body exercise' that is described as 'meditation in motion' practiced by millions around the world to improve health and mindfulness. Volunteers either did no exercise, ...