Improve Arthritis with Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Qigong techniques are simple and do not need to be carried out precisely to bring about its great benefits. Qigong practice is known for preventing disease, strengthening immunity and producing better health and well-being. However it is under-appreciated, even in China, that Qigong […]
Improve Cognition in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai Chi has consistent, small effects on improving cognitive performance in both healthy older adults and older adults with some cognitive impairment.” – PM Wayne The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline of the body and the brain. […]
Slow Mental Decline in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “improvement of heart function combined with increased muscular power meant that the martial art should be considered the preferred technique for elderly people to maintain good health.” – The Telegraph We celebrate the increasing longevity of the […]
Improve Thinking in Older Adults with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “It may be no surprise that Tai Chi has physical benefits – after all, it involves movement. Well, did you know that Tai Chi may also have mental benefits? Specifically, . . . significant increases in the brain size, […]
Improve Knee Osteoarthritis in Older Adults with Yoga By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Osteoarthritis is a chronic, long-term disease that affects millions of elderly adults. There is currently no known cure for it and treatment options are limited. New research, however, suggests that chair yoga is effective in relieving osteoarthritis pain.” Ana Sandoiu […]
Improve Well-Being in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Practising the ancient martial art of Tai Chi is so beneficial to elderly people’s health that it should be “the preferred mode of training”, according to scientists.” – The Telegraph We celebrate the increasing longevity of the population. […]
Slow Age-Related Physical Decline with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “This peaceful type of moving meditation is primarily used to improve strength, balance, flexibility and posture. Recent studies of Tai Chi shows that this mind-body practice is able to alleviate pain, improve mood, increase immunity and support heart health.” – […]
Slow Age-Related Physical Decline with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “This peaceful type of moving meditation is primarily used to improve strength, balance, flexibility and posture. Recent studies of Tai Chi shows that this mind-body practice is able to alleviate pain, improve mood, increase immunity and support heart health.” – […]
Alter Brain Networks and Cognitive Ability with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. ” Another great benefit of Tai Chi is that it’s accessible to people of all ages and fitness abilities. It’s the focus on the subtle movements that exercise the brain and boost cognitive abilities.” – Karl Romain […]
Improve Health with Tai Chi or Qigong By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The health benefits from Qigong and Tai Chi comes about both by supporting the body’s natural tendency to return to balance and equilibrium and also gently yet profoundly creating strength, flexibility and balance in the muscles and joints through gentle […]