Do you suffer from tingling, burning, pins and needles, weakness or twitching in your feet? Do you feel like you can’t feel your legs? Or maybe it feels more like a crawling sensation, like your feet fell asleep, or are itchy or prickly. Maybe you feel a different kind of… Continue reading
Several studies have shown that Tai Chi improves balance and prevents falls in older adults. But what is it about Tai Chi that improves postural stability in elderly people? To try and answer that question, one study focused on gait initiation (GI). In the study, all the Tai Chi participants… Continue reading
If you are unfamiliar with Tai Chi, you may think it’s just like Yoga. While the two do have some similarities they involve distinct movements and principles. Tai Chi and Yoga are both low-impact, relieve stress, foster relaxation and may even lower blood pressure. However, when it comes to improving… Continue reading
It’s a stereotype with some truth to it. When the new year rolls in, losing weight, becoming stronger and eating healthy is on top of the list of our resolutions. Gyms are now full of people motivated to make 2014 the year they meet their fitness goals. The soul is… Continue reading
