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What’s the Best Time of Day to Practice Tai Chi?
The ancient slow, meditative movement practice of Tai Chi offers many physical and mental health benefits. Whether you’re well-versed or just beginning Tai Chi lessons, mastering the art of Tai Chi is no easy feat. However, with dedication and understanding when to...
Can You Really Learn Tai Chi Online?
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced for centuries. It is known for its graceful and fluid movements designed to promote health and well-being. From reducing stress levels and improving posture to promoting muscle relaxation and joint flexibility, the...
Enjoy World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2023 Fairfax VA
World Tai Chi and Qigong Day 2023 Demonstrations and Mini-Classes Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga. Hosted by Peaceable Dragon at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens—Vienna, VA. Event is outdoors and family-friendly! Come celebrate WTCQD, then stay and enjoy the beautiful gardens!
Tai Chi for Menopause Symptoms
Tai Chi is a low-impact exercise that combines movement, breathing, and meditation. It has been found to have numerous benefits for women experiencing menopause. The average age of menopause is around 51 years old, but it can occur anytime between the ages of 45 and...
Tai Chi for Stress Reduction and Relaxation
If you're looking to de-stress and revitalize your spirit, then why not give the ancient practice of Tai Chi a try? This gentle form of martial arts has provided health benefits for over 800 years (some say up to 1500 years). It combines gentle movements, deep...
How Tai Chi Helps With Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope with anxiety and panic attacks? Managing anxiety can be challenging for those dealing with stress and worry, but the good news is that there is hope. Tai Chi classes are best known for their health benefits, such as...
The Benefits of Tai Chi for Parkinson’s Disease
Many people with Parkinson's disease (PD) turn to Tai Chi for its potential health benefits. Although there is no cure for PD, Tai Chi may help improve symptoms and quality of life. According to the study entitled, Study Finds Tai Chi Exercises May Prove Effective for...
The Benefits of Tai Chi for People with Arthritis
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that is considered to be beneficial for people with arthritis. Tai Chi involves a series of slow, graceful movements that can be done standing or sitting. Tai Chi classes are designed to improve balance and flexibility and can be...
The Benefits of Tai Chi for Joint Replacement Surgery Recovery
Tai Chi is a slow, gentle, and flowing martial art that is often described as "meditation in motion." Tai Chi has many benefits, including improved balance, flexibility, and strength. But did you know that Tai Chi can also help joint replacement surgery patients...
Use of Tai Chi Following Shoulder Replacement Surgery
One of the significant benefits of the ancient art of Tai Chi is its versatility. A great example is the use of this practice to benefit several forms of injury or surgery recovery. There are several specific ways this can be done, and one of the most common...
Tai Chi Helps Reduce the Risk of Falling
Reducing the risk of falling is one of the major benefits of taking online Tai Chi classes or in-person if you can find one locally.
Debunking Common Myths about Tai Chi
Many arts and practices that come from other cultures can sometimes be misunderstood. A good example is the art of Tai Chi. Many people in North America are unfamiliar with the origins and benefits of Tai Chi. This has led to the formation of a few unfortunate myths...
Tai Chi Can Reduce Waist Circumference
When most people think about Tai Chi, they are not usually associating the practice with calorie burn or reducing waist circumference. You may not realize just how many calories those slow, graceful movements will shed. It has been calculated that a 125-pound person...
Fascinating Facts About Chi Kung
There are a number of ancient health exercises that have been passed down through generations, and one of the most notable is Qigong. Often spelled Chi Kung in some circles, but referring to the same thing in either case, Qigong is based on a set of precise movements...
Virtual Vs. Live Qigong Classes
There are many great things about the art of Qigong, and one of these is how easy it is to take part in it from a variety of locations. Those who want to participate in Qigong, Tai Chi, and related activities have multiple options available—including both live and...
Can Anyone Take Tai Chi Classes?
We're asked several basic questions about our Tai Chi courses and related programs at Just Breathe Tai Chi. One of the most common is “Are these classes for anyone”? Some worry that they don't "qualify" for Tai Chi or Qigong courses, or that some kind of limitation or...
Kuan Yin Standing Qigong Classes Demo
Watch a demo video of the Kusn yin Standing Qigong Form. Kris Brinker leading a Kuan Yin Standing Qigong (a SHENG ZHEN Qigong form) Demonstration at 2022 World Tai Chi and Qigong Day.
Online Tai Chi Classes — Better With Friends!
Enrolling in On-Demand Tai Chi and QigongClasses classes with a friend is a great way to ensure that your new practice will be successful. Not only will you develop a rewarding practice but enhance your relationship.
Do Online Tai Chi Lessons Make Sense for You?
The art of Tai Chi is enormously beneficial to many people, including those who take lessons or classes to learn and refine their skill. But in-person lessons aren't ideal for everyone. Luckily, more and more online Tai Chi lessons are becoming available. The best...
4 Reasons to Sign Up for Qigong Classes Today
For many looking to improve several areas of their general health and wellness, both physically and mentally, the art of qigong is a fantastic resource. This is a low-impact, easy-to-perform practice that incorporates elements of gentle movement and meditation, and...