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…
Sports-based interventions may improve motor skills in children with autism
Research suggests that more than half of children with autism spectrum disorder, a neurodevelopmental condition, experience motor impairments.…
Life stages according to traditional Chinese medicine and when you hit your physical peak
For anyone feeling the pressure to have it all figured out by 25, take a breath. According to…
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…
Tai chi proves as effective as CBT for long-term insomnia relief
A major clinical trial reveals that while tai chi starts slower than CBT, its steady and lasting impact…
Tai chi could help people with chronic insomnia, experts say
People with chronic insomnia could benefit from tai chi as an alternative to talking therapies, a study has…
Tai chi as good as talking therapy for managing 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…
Hot Yoga Doesn’t Deliver On Heart Health Promises. Study Shows What Really Works
(© Leslie Rodrigue – stock.adobe.com) In A Nutshell Conventional exercise, like Tai Chi, Pilates, or HIIT, consistently improves…
Tai chi improves memory and sleep in older adults with type 2 diabetes
A clinical trial shows that practicing Tai Chi online can sharpen thinking skills and improve sleep in older…