Each year in the United States, more than one-third of adults 65 and older experience a fall. Of those who fall, 30% suffer moderate to severe injuries, making falls the leading cause of injury deaths ...

Bodies turn and arms unfold in slow, fluid movements as Karen Fischer leads a class at the Willmar Community Center through the disciplined steps of tai chi. Tai chi instructor Karen Fischer, center, ...

A Harvard study revealed how traditional martial arts like Tai Chi and Aikido may improve strength, balance, energy, and ...

Cognitively enhanced tai chi worked better to improve cognitive ability compared to standard tai chi and stretching in people who had concerns about their memory and those experiencing mild cognitive ...

If you’re getting older, martial arts may not be on your radar as an activity you should take up. In fact, when most people ...

The intersection of ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience has revealed remarkable insights into brain health enhancement through tai chi practice. This centuries-old martial art is proving to be a ...

Tai Chi for Balance includes access to online videos, providing a complete program for older adults. It is also a resource for medical professionals, personal trainers, instructors, caregivers, and ...

For people who don’t already exercise, short bursts of deliberate activity significantly improved cardiorespiratory fitness.

Physical activity at any age is crucial and can reduce the risk of different illnesses and chronic diseases. As people grow older, an active lifestyle becomes increasingly more important. No matter ...