The ancient art of tai chi, plus a modern twist, may help older adults reverse mild declines in brain power, a new clinical trial reveals. Researchers found that tai chi classes helped older adults ...

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 ...

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.

Tai chi can have significant benefits for older adults, due in part to the way it focuses on muscle control, stability, balance, and flexibility. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese movement practice that ...

As Rhonda Barnes silently moves her arms up, the audience of senior citizens watches and mirrors her movements. Everything in the room appears to stop, and the only thing going on is the current class ...

Balanced on one leg like flamingos, a dozen people older than 60 concentrate on staying upright, as they master the basics of tai chi. Some are in sock feet, some are barefoot and one wears black ...

It's not your regular exercise class. No slamming of weights. No squeaking of shoes. Just a half-lit room at Scottsdale's Granite Reef Senior Center. Twenty seniors are seated in chairs, their arms ...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. Earlier this month, Outreach Specialist Thom Simmons sent out heartfelt greetings to our many community partners. “Senior Solutions works with senior ...

Exercise is important for everyday health, but one exercise in particular helps prevent falls and broken bones in seniors, according to recently published research. Dr. Robert Wermers, a Mayo Clinic ...

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 ...

“I like the Tai Chi classes,” Gordon said. “Actually, we’ve been trying to do it at home because it makes our body feel better. And it also helps loosen up the joints.” Even as a long time student, ...

The Bulverde Senior Center offers a Tai Chi class from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. every Wednesday for $32.50 a month. The instructor, Salvador De La Rosa III, has practiced Tai Chi more than 25 years and is a ...