T’ai Chi For Dummies
Book Title – T’ai Chi For Dummies
Book Author Last Name – Iknoian
Total Number of Pages – 360
Book Description – Exercise is good for the mind–and the body and is especially popular with baby boomers finding they need more meaning in their lives.Recent studies indicate that tai chi can improve physical health–it tone muscles, increases balance and flexibility, combats fatigue and improves circulation. It’s particularly helpful for people who are unable to perform more vigorous activities because of age, illness, or disabilities. (Minneapolis Star Tribune, 7/20/97)According to a recent study from Johns Hopkins University of Medicine, Tai Chi may lower blood pressure in older people almost as much as moderate-intensity aerobic activities like brisk walking or low-impact aerobics.
Topics Covered in this Book – Consumer Health, Fitness
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Whether you already dabble in T’ai Chi and would like to get a deeper understanding of the basics, or you’re only thinking about trying it and want to find out more before you take the plunge, T’ai Chi For Dummies is for you. In plain English, Therese Iknoian and Manny Fuentes demystify T’ai Chi principles and practices for Westerners. They unravel exotic sounding terms and concepts and break down movements in ways that more traditional instructors and authors either can’t or won’t. And with the help of crystal-clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions, they get you on track with a T’ai Chi fitness program guaranteed to help you:
- Increase balance and flexibility
- Combat fatigue and reduce stress
- Tone muscles
- Unlock your power centers and boost energy
- Improve focus and concentration
- Breathe “mindfully” and meditate
- Enhance your sense of inner peace and well-being
Discover just how easy it can be to make T’ai Chi and its sister discipline Qigong part of your everyday life. With this friendly reference as your guide you’ll quickly master the basic movements and forms, as well as:
- T’ai Chi’s Yang 24-Movement Form
- Qigong and Push Hands techniques
- Techniques that help speed recovery from specific injuries
- T’ai Chi movements for aerobic exercise
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