Tai Chi and Qigong Discussions - Temple Illuminatus2024-03-28T09:40:28Zhttps://templeilluminatus.ning.com/groups/group/forum?groupUrl=chi-gung&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSeated tai chi for seniors improves healthtag:templeilluminatus.ning.com,2020-01-18:6363372:Topic:34898972020-01-18T04:00:56.653ZMystic Wolfhttps://templeilluminatus.ning.com/profile/DonPerndergast
<p><strong>Seated tai chi for seniors improves health</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://dailycaring.com/seated-tai-chi-for-seniors-3-simple-routines-improve-flexibility-and-well-being-video/">https://dailycaring.com/seated-tai-chi-for-seniors-3-simple-routines-improve-flexibility-and-well-being-video/</a></strong></p>
<p>Doing tai chi while sitting helps older adults get the health and wellness benefits of tai chi without the fall risk. Seated tai chi is also a great exercise option for…</p>
<p><strong>Seated tai chi for seniors improves health</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="https://dailycaring.com/seated-tai-chi-for-seniors-3-simple-routines-improve-flexibility-and-well-being-video/">https://dailycaring.com/seated-tai-chi-for-seniors-3-simple-routines-improve-flexibility-and-well-being-video/</a></strong></p>
<p>Doing tai chi while sitting helps older adults get the health and wellness benefits of tai chi without the fall risk. Seated tai chi is also a great exercise option for frail seniors or those with limited mobility.</p>
<p>Tai chi is a gentle exercise that improves balance and <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/08/well/move/tai-chi-may-help-prevent-falls.html">reduces fall risk</a>. It consists of making slow, graceful movements while breathing deeply. It’s relatively easy to follow because the movements are done so slowly.</p>
<p><a href="https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/03/06/ask-well-what-are-the-benefits-of-tai-chi/">Studies</a> find that tai chi also improves flexibility, immune system, sleep, happiness, sense of self-worth, strength, cardiovascular endurance, concentration, and more.</p>
<p>We found 3 excellent and free video routines of seated tai chi for seniors that are perfect for beginners. Plus, all that’s needed is a sturdy chair, so it’s easy to do these routines in the comfort and convenience of home.</p>
<p><strong>Go slow and adapt to avoid injuries</strong></p>
<p>Staying safe while exercising is the number one priority. When trying new exercises or movements, it’s wise to go slow and not push to a point of discomfort.</p>
<p>Some people have arthritis, knee issues, or other physical conditions that limit range of motion. Be flexible and feel free to modify the exercises to suit your older adult. Over time, their body will get used to the movements and their abilities or flexibility may improve.</p>
<p><strong>3 simple home routines of seated tai chi for seniors</strong></p>
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<li><strong>Seated Tai Chi Exercises For Seniors – Easy to Follow – 15 minutes</strong><br/> This video is filmed in a peaceful outdoor setting while an instructor moves slowly through a variety of gentle tai chi exercises. The instructor makes the steps clear and easy to follow.</li>
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<p>The main instruction starts at 3 minutes 7 seconds in the video and goes until 18 minutes 20 seconds.</p>
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<li><strong>Tai chi warmup in chair – 14 minutes</strong><br/> In this video of a group tai chi class, there are 4 older adult students and an instructor. It can be helpful to see how each person does the movements in their own way as she guides everyone through the routine.</li>
<li><strong>Tai Chi Shibashi Full 18 Movements Seated – 7 minutes</strong><br/> In this video, the instructor goes through 18 movements at a slightly faster pace than other tai chi videos. But the routine is still gentle and your older adult can choose do the movements more slowly or modify them to suit their physical abilities.</li>
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<p>There’s no talking in this video, so once the exercises become familiar, your older adult can focus on the movements and enjoy the relaxing music.</p> I Know Nothingtag:templeilluminatus.ning.com,2018-10-30:6363372:Topic:34404352018-10-30T15:12:13.319ZZephonith Serpent Womanhttps://templeilluminatus.ning.com/profile/Zep
<p style="text-align: center;">"The Master allows things to happen.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">She shapes events as they come.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">She steps out of the way,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">and lets the Tao speak for itself.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">There is no greater illusion</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">than fear,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">no greater wrong in preparing…</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">"The Master allows things to happen.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">She shapes events as they come.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">She steps out of the way,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">and lets the Tao speak for itself.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">There is no greater illusion</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">than fear,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">no greater wrong in preparing</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">to defend oneself,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">no greater misfortune than having an enemy.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Whoever can see through all fear</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">will always be safe.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Without opening your door,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">you can open your heart to the world.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Without looking out your window,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">you can see the essence of the Tao.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">The more you know,</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">the less you understand.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">In the beginning, I started off too fast. I was impatient, and wanted results quickly - after all, I had been practically in a wheelchair, after a series of debilitating accidents at the workplace had rendered me incapable of doing much physical work, let alone bend over too quickly without dislocating my joints and ending up paralyzed in pain. I decided that it was finally time to do something about myself one afternoon, after I had to crawl to a mat on the floor and try to twist my spine back together again somehow-this took anywhere between 10 minutes and two hours at times - there's nothing like a nerve being trapped to let one understand the meaning of real agony:) , A friend had suggested Tai Chi to me so I thought, well, let me go onto YouTube and see what Tai Chi is all about. At first I thought that Tai Chi, being the basis of Kung Fu and other forms of martial arts, was only for people who wanted to fight. However, after scanning through many related videos and trial and errors, I found something that worked for me. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">These 20 basic moves should be repeated every day for genuine results. Don't try and learn and do everything you can in one go like I did at first! After two years or so, your sinews become like strong cords and hey presto, there's absolutely no more discomfort and any more collapsing on the floor.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">After the two years is up, the 20 basic moves will have prepared your mind, spirit and body to advance further along the road of not-knowing, which I have been told is true knowledge.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Blessed Be )O(</p>
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