Mindfulness and tai chi practices help cancer survivors manage symptoms
The cancer journey for many patients doesn’t end after treatment. Many live with long-term side effects that affect…
Tai chi and qigong effective for osteoarthritis and similar conditions
Traditional Chinese exercises, such as tai chi, offer wide ranging benefits for people with musculoskeletal disorders. These include…
Why ‘extreme fitness FOMO’ can do more harm than good for people 40 and up
Hyrox, CrossFit, ultra-endurance trail runs – highly challenging activities such as these are popular in Hong Kong. The…
Study reveals high use of complementary health approaches in seniors
Researchers say the finding highlights the need for more evidence and better conversations about risks and benefits of…
Mind and body movement shown to cut dementia risk
When it comes to staying sharper longer, a Massachusetts expert said it’s about much more than getting physical…
Beloved Ballarat tai chi teacher granted visa after community push
On a December day at 4:30pm precisely, the prayers of a group of Ballarat residents were answered. Jack…
Tai chi offers comparable benefits to CBT for chronic insomnia
Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle…
Daily dose of ‘everyday escape’
It only takes 15 minutes to lift spirits and chase away the doldrums of daily life. The trick…
Fitness coach shares a ‘life-changing exercise’ for people in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond
Getting older doesn’t mean you have to give up on staying strong, flexible, and active. There’s one simple…
Want to transform your body? Actress Malaika Arora shares 7 Chinese movements – Watch
Bollywood’s fitness queen, Malaika Arora, is known for her youthful look and toned and fit physique at 51.…
Exercise beats yoga for improving heart and blood vessel health
A new review comparing yoga and exercise reveals that while both boost vascular function, structured workouts deliver stronger…
Yoga calms the mind but your heart needs a little extra: Study suggests adding 3 other exercises in the mix for cardiovascular health
For decades, yoga has been celebrated for its stress relief, flexibility, and mental clarity. But new research suggests…