Falls are one of the greatest risks to the health, independence and quality of life of older adults, and many studies have shown that Tai Chi is one of the most effective ways to prevent them. Tai Chi ...
You may think tai chi is only for the senior set, especially if you’ve seen groups of retirees in the park with their arms and legs moving artfully and unhurriedly. But the martial art is becoming ...
Seniors citizens in Willows are meditating in motion. Ever since taking up tai chi one year ago, Barbara Kistner, 86, has not only improved her strength and balance, but said her overall health and ...
Meeting on Thursday mornings at the Menomonie Senior Center, a group of senior citizens have taken up the practice of tai chi. Under the guidance of Bill Broughton, an eight year practitioner, the ...
KIMBERLY • Sitting and bending? It’s not so simple for seniors suffering from the ailments of age. Serge “Moose” Azzolini, 76, of Kimberly offers a bit of relief in the form of a unique — and ...
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art. While historians don’t know exactly when the practice began, it may have been as early as the 8th century. “Tai chi started as a martial art in a time when ...
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 ...