NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Regina Barber and Rachel Carlson of Short Wave about singing gibbons, how tai chi might lower blood pressure, and why women get quicker benefits from exercise than men. It ...

Shelley Ford was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 68 years old. After a double mastectomy and months of recovery, Ford found solace and healing in therapeutic tai chi. Now, she is renewed ...

While workouts like high-intensity interval training (HIIT) have only been popular since the early 2000s, many other types of exercise have been around much longer. Pilates, for instance, began nearly ...

Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle aged and older people with chronic insomnia, finds a trial from Hong ...

Having trouble sleeping? New Chinese research suggests the age-old practice of tai chi might help. The study found it equaled talk therapy in helping middle aged people with insomnia regain restful ...

COVINGTON, La. — A woman who managed a pediatric medical practice for years suddenly had to change the entire direction of her life. It all happened when she was diagnosed with cancer. Now she is ...

SANTEE - Adriana Vasilut's first contact with tai chi came in early 2009, when she saw tai chi instructor Lester Holmes practicing the exercises at the Sumter YMCA. "I saw the flow of the movements, ...

The mental and physical benefits span cultures and generations. Here’s how to get started. Credit...By Nic Boozang Supported by By Cindy Kuzma “Parting the Wild Horse’s Mane.” “Wave Hands Like Clouds.

A major clinical trial reveals that while tai chi starts slower than CBT, its steady and lasting impact on sleep makes it a powerful, low-cost option for millions of older adults struggling with ...

Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive ...

A clinical trial shows that practicing Tai Chi online can sharpen thinking skills and improve sleep in older adults with diabetes, offering a safe and accessible alternative to conventional exercise.

Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle aged and older people with chronic insomnia, finds a trial from Hong ...