Articles in Home | Fitness | Tai Chi-qigong Title|Newest|Oldest How Tai Chi Helps Older Adults Avoid The Painful Skin Condition Shingles  By : Yoshi Kundagawa Tai Chi for seniors is a martial art that originated in China, and is normally practiced with the goal of living a long and healthy life. Because Tai chi is becoming more popular, more and more senior citizens are getting involved Tai Chi for seniors and finding that they are living longer and healthier lives. Prior to Tai Chi being introduced into western countries, the health benefit was explained through traditional Chinese medicine, which is not supported by modern med... Essential Tai Chi  By : Richard Clear Tai Chi = Grand Ultimate Energy Tai can be translated as Grand Ultimate. So, Tai Chi translates as Grand Ultimate Energy. The full name of this Internal Chi Kung based martial art in Chinese is Tai Chi Chuan. Chuan translates as fist. Hence the real translated name of the style is Grand Ultimate Energy Fist. Yang style is the most popular Tai Chi style taught in the world today. Most of the time in the West the art is taught as Tai Chi without the Chuan. Also, more often t... The Secrets Of The Youngest Of The Five Major Styles Of Tai Chi.  By : Yoshi Kundagawa Sun style T'ai Chi was developed by Sun Lu-t'ang in the late 1800s. He was already highly experience in other martial arts before he developed this style. It is the youngest of the five styles of Tai Chi and it is known for incorporating elements derived from Xing Yi and Ba Gua, two other forms of internal martial arts. Sun tai chi uses very fluid, flowing movements with no jumping or vigorous bending as used in the other styles. It can be recognized by its ‘soft’ looking ... Qigong Video Reveals Ancient Secrets  By : Yoshi Kundagawa “So, Yoshi, that’s your new training style? “Sit On Your Ass Kung Fu?” A lot of martial artists are disparaging of anything they don’t learn in a dojo, and perhaps with some justification. However, after I beat the crap out of my feet doing dumb things learning about footwear (see my article on footwear for more. I do stupid things so you don’t have to. Or, at least, that’s what I tell myself…), I needed some time doing something else. Now, doing something else doesn’... The Chi Debate Part 2  By : Richard Clear Another issue to be addressed is that some of the historical background on many of the practices are based on specific exercises and postures that were created to facilitate specific energetic processes and little explanation other than to just do the exercises is commonly taught to beginners. High level Chi Kung skills like so many other advanced practices can require years of dedication and practice to develop and many potential students of Chi Kung start because they se... The Chi Debate Part 1  By : Richard Clear In the West many debates have surrounded the idea of Chi and if Chi really exists. Chi is a Chinese word that when simply translated into English means Energy and or Life-Force. The debate(s) typically starts around the so called manipulation of the chi life force energy. Often, these skills are seen demonstrated by advanced masters during cultural events, festivals or demonstrations etc. Unfortunately, to the average person these skills then appear to be along the lines ... The History Of Tai Chi  By : Yoshi Kundagawa I've got something pretty miraculous to tell you about. I found out about this awesome way of balancing your mind and body. It is like nothing I have ever seen before. It’s called Tai Chi and finding out about it changed my life. And for the better I can tell you. Practicing this specialized form of martial arts has given me a sense of well-being and calmness I never thought possible. This is considered an internal martial arts, so if you think it is nothing but silly figh... Tai Chi Techniques That Helps With Relaxation And Eases Stress  By : Yoshi Kundagawa A proven, successful way of combating stress and relaxing is offered through the practice of Tai chi techniques, yoga, meditation and other 'eastern' alternative therapies. I personally have tried all of them to ease stress ad found the best results came from the Tai Chi techniques. If your stress won't seem to dissipate and you've tried everything possible, you should first try changing your lifestyle and remove the stressors. With less stress, you will find it ... Tai Chi  By : Richard Clear TaiChi is a complete and highly developed internal martial art (Neijia). A form of moving meditation, TaiChi promotes in the practitioner a sense of Qi (breath/life energy) circulation and health. As a martial art, TaiChi Chuan is powerful, fluid, and supple. A wonderful, fun and effective art on so many levels. Many people with disabilities and ailments practice Tai Chi as therapy. This ancient Chinese exercise system uses slow and smooth body movements to help participan... How I Discovered Tai Chi  By : Yoshi Kundagawa Once in a while, I get really bored with my workouts. You know, after a while it gets to be the same old, same old stuff. It is always weights or cardio machines or the same stuff over and over again. I have worked out for years and sometimes it is nice to have something different to sink your teeth into when you go to the gym. Or it is also nice to have something fun and invigorating to do at home. Something that gets you started off on the right foot in the morning. I re... What is Qigong and its Origins?  By : Jaks Lloyd Qigong, pronounced 'chi kung' is an ancient Chinese exercise and body healing technique, with overtones of spirituality, that has been developing for more than 3000 years. Heal Thyself - The Secrets Of Qi Gong  By : Mandy Robinson The challenge between modern medicine and alternative medicine is always a fine line since everything comes from natural substances to begin with, some are just more healthy for you than others. Qi Gong is a method of healing yourself, by discovering the inner geography of your body and by gaining awareness and control of how your body functions in order to heal yourself. 1. Dieting Using Qi Gong Dieting can seem like the never ending battle. As people strive to lose we... Healing Through Qigong - The Art Of Breathing  By : Eric Cho The word ‘Qigong’ is made up of the two words ‘Qi’ (meaning breath or gas in Mandarin) and ‘Gong’ (meaning technique or work). Thus Qigong basically means ‘breath work’. Qigong, therefore, is a technique of traditional Chinese medicine involving the regulation and coordination of breathing patterns to ensure good health. Qigong is believed to be the result of decades of struggle by the Chinese people for survival. It was noticed that certain breathing techniques used in... Weight Loss Secrets Your Trainer Doesn't Want You to Know  By : Brad Howard People today are highly concerned with their bodies and their health so it is no surprise that more and more people are hiring personal trainers to help them lose weight and get in shape. For the most part, this is a good thing. It’s great to see people taking a positive step towards weight loss and a healthy future. How Over-The-Counter Diet Pills Work  By : Frank Mills We have all seen the diet pill ads that claim they can “melt away the pounds” and “give you more energy”. Over the counter (OTC) diet pills promise a quick fix but can they really deliver? OTC diet pills are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration which classifies them as dietary supplements. This is why you can purchase them without a prescrption at any local drugstore health food store, or supermarket Xenedrine, Dexatrim and Zantrex-3 are examples of over-the-coun... Hoodia Gordonii Plus - Can It Help You Lose Weight  By : Ken Black Hoodia Gordonii Plus is an appetite suppressant and metabolism booster and may help you lose weight. It does not contain any known harmful ingredients, as far as scientific research is aware of to date. The "plus" in the name means it is 100% pure South African Hoodia from the Kalahari Desert and certified as such. It is licensed by the Western Cape Conservation Authority of South Africa and is certified to be authentic. There are two certified documents required are the C... Miracle Weight Loss Supplements – Your Partner In Weight Loss?  By : Kelly Moore Overweight and obesity are becoming very common these days and people try to attempt several methods to lose excess and unwanted weight. Overweight not only changes the way you look but also has comes with the possibility of health risks. Therefore overweight persons have to take up one method or the other to lose the excess fat. What is more important than losing ones’ weight is losing it quickly and safely. One such method of losing weight is the weight loss supplements. Th... Beat the Dieter's Dilemma: What to Do When Willpower Fails  By : Howard McGarity Willpower is a most unreliable means of support when you are trying to lose weight and get in shape. Willpower will fail you every time. It is far easier to use simple systems to stay on track and manage the negative circumstances that lie in wait to sabotage your good intentions. Gather Your Qi  By : Kathleen Gagne I've recently been hearing a lot about Qigong (pronounced chee-GONG). I've heard it referenced in connection with exercise, relaxation and balance. Since these are subjects that I'm always interested in, and thinking that it was the new "thing", I started doing some research on what Qigong is. As it turns out, Qigong isn't new at all. Qigong is just the current name for the Taoist breathing exercises that date back nearly 5,000 years. Tai Chi, which I've heard of many tim... "One World . . . One Breath" . . . A Massive Global Public Health & Healing Event  By : Bill Douglas An unprecedented coming together of humanity across racial, ethnic, and geopolitical borders, for the celebration of personal and global health & healing, is about to unfold across our precious planet. On the last Saturday of April each year, at 10 am local time worldwide, a healing event involving tens of thousands of volunteers, will create a powerful visual image of health & healing for our all of humanity.

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