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Dan Tien Breathing: The Centering Breath You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you’ve ever left a Tai Chi session feeling calm, focused, and more connected to your body—that wasn’t just in your head. It’s the power of your Dan Tien at work. Rooted in ancient Chinese medicine and martial arts, Dan Tien (also spelled Dantian) refers to an energy center located just below the navel, at… Continue reading
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The Posture of Infinity: Unlocking Balance and Energy through Tai Chi
In the world of Tai Chi, alignment and posture are more than just physical techniques; they are pathways to internal harmony and vitality. One of the most profound stances within Tai Chi is the Posture of Infinity, a practice that embodies the infinite nature of energy flow, balance, and connection between mind and body. This… Continue reading
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Research-Backed Tai Chi Benefits for Cancer Patients
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art characterized by slow, deliberate movements and deep breathing, has garnered attention for its potential health benefits, particularly for individuals living with and recovering from cancer. Integrating Tai Chi into cancer care can enhance physical function, alleviate psychological distress, and improve overall quality of life. Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai… Continue reading
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Finding Strength in Movement: Tai Chi and Non-Radiographic Ankylosing Spondyloarthritis
Five years ago, my world shifted. I was diagnosed with non-radiographic ankylosing spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA), a chronic inflammatory condition that causes pain and stiffness in the spine and joints. At first, the news shattered me. I had a good cry. But then, something else happened—it fueled my commitment to movement. Tai Chi had already been a… Continue reading
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Acoustic Neuroma, Balance Challenges, and the Power of Tai Chi
An acoustic neuroma diagnosis can be unsettling. It’s classified as a brain tumor, and while it’s noncancerous, its effects on hearing and balance can be life-changing. If you’ve ever experienced dizziness, unexplained hearing loss, or a persistent ringing in your ear, you’re not alone. But here’s the encouraging part—practices like Tai Chi can make a… Continue reading
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“Sun Style Tai Chi: A Gentle Path to Strength, Balance, and Well-being”
The History and Health Benefits of Sun Style Tai Chi Sun Style Tai Chi, one of the five major Tai Chi styles, was developed by Grandmaster Sun Lu-tang (1861–1932). A distinguished martial artist with expertise in Xing Yi Quan and Bagua Zhang, Sun Lu-tang integrated these internal martial arts with Tai Chi principles to create… Continue reading
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Dan Tian Breathing
In my Tai Chi classes this week, we focused on breathing, specifically Dan Tian breathing. One of the most important lesson was… Don’t stop breathing. Breath is life. Learning Dan Tian breathing can be challenging as it can be quite different to how you normally breathe as you will use muscles not usually thought of… Continue reading
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Tai Chi for Health and Falls Prevention
In nursing we would always say that walking is a series of controlled falls. In my work, I have seen many people walk and I often wondered how come they don’t fall more often. You see them walking stooped over, learning on a wheely walker or shopping trolley, shuffling their feet. If you sit and… Continue reading
Serenity Tai Chi and Fitness 