Tai chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, may improve senior citizens' strength and help them avoid falls, South Korean researchers find. "Regular exercise is very important as we get older because ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. Looking at Tony Chiariello, one would never know he suffers from arthritis. His strong legs and ...

Sifu, as she calls him. Thatrsquo;s Chinese for instructor.Nixon is the instructor of a new Tai Chi class at the Sunshine Center in downtown St. Petersburg. And chances are, itrsquo;s like none ...

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.

Q: They’re starting a tai chi class at our senior center. Do you think this is worth taking? A: Tai chi (tie-chee) has helped many people feel better. However, you should check with your doctor first ...

A new class is being offered at the Davis Senior Center that introduces tai chi to those who are brand-new to this exercise. “Basic Tai Chi for Seniors” offers slow, mindful movements done seated or ...

Question: Recent studies show that practicing traditional Chinese tai chi movements can reduce falls in seniors. But isn't this really hard to learn? Answer: Depends on your goal. Researchers at China ...

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 ...

The Carlsbad Senior Center will offer beginning tai-chi classes, for adults ages 50 and older, from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. Thursdays through Jan. 17 at 799 Pine Ave. Classes are taught progressively, ...