Health & Fitness
Tai Chi Repetition Is the Key to Having Fun with Tai Chi Evidence-based studies have shown that practicing tai chi increases balance and reduces fall risk. One of the elements of tai chi that makes it enjoyable is the exercises are sequences of movements that are learned like dance steps. This short sequence can be used to complement this Tai Chi Balance video offered exclusively on Activity Connection by our partners Spiro100. World Tai Chi Day is celebrated on the last Saturday in April, so this is the perfect month to add tai chi to your exercise program. Tai-Chi Warm-Up Sequence: “Bless a Drink for Your Neighbor” 1. Place your hands on your knees and lean forward from the waist with your chin slightly outstretched as if you’re trying to bring it out over your knees. 2. Slowly lift back up. 3. Bring your hands to your sternum with the back of the hands touching and palms facing out like a reverse prayer position. Your elbows should be jutting out to the sides. 4. Lift your arms up,