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EZ Tai Chi will give you
all the benefits of
Mindfulness Meditation and
Moderate Aerobic Exercise Combined!

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Most of your questions will be answered in the information given below.  Many of the EZ Tai Chi for Health programs follow the easy to learn, core program developed by Dr Paul Lam and a team of medical doctors.  Dr. Lam's core program is called Tai Chi for Arthritis but we call it EZ Tai Chi for Health because it's a great basic Tai Chi program for everybody!

Here is a lovely video of Dr Lam and some friends doing the expanded version of the program. As you watch, notice the repetition of the movements and realize that you can do this!

In the second video, Dr. Lam shares several impressive research studies about the program.

As a Certified Instructor, I am looking forward to guiding you through this program for health...seated or standing.

Watch Dr. Lam and friends doing this simple
Tai Chi form at http://youtu.be/ILFcKMnMkPQ

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What is Tai Chi?

 Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise that began in ancient China.

 Tai Chi combines stress reduction with movement to improve health.

 Dr. Paul Lam, a Sydney Australia family practice doctor and Tai Chi Master, developed Tai Chi for Arthritis (Health) for everyone but especially for people with arthritis and elderly people with balance problems. He developed the form with input from rheumatologists, medical doctors and physical therapists. 


What is E-Z Tai Chi for Health?

The Tai Chi for Arthritis (TCA) program offers an easy to learn, easy to do, gentle yet powerful core program that delivers maximum health benefits in a minimum amount of movements.  

This signature feature of TCA  makes it an ideal exercise program for anyone who
  • is new to exercise
  • wants to become familiar with Tai Chi before moving on to a longer Tai Chi form
  • has physical issues which prevent them from vigorous exercise
  • wants an easy to learn mind-body exercise program
  • is currently limited in the amount of time they have to practice longer forms of Tai Chi or other exercise programs
  • is looking for an effective way to reduce stress and improve their immunity
  • wants to feel even better than they already do!                                                    

This program is now promoted by the CDC as an evidence-based program for falls prevention!                                                                                                                

And E-Z Tai Chi for Health may be learned seated or standing!


What are the evidence-based benefits of Tai Chi for Arthritis?

·         Increases strength and flexibility

·         Decreases pain in joints

·         Decreases stress

·         Helps reduce high blood pressure

·         Increases sense of well-being.

·         Improves balance and flexibility

·         Reduces fall risk

·         Increases muscle and bone strength

 

What is some of the research behind Tai Chi?

In the British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2001 June 35(3): 148-56, Dr. J.X. Li, et al., reported in "Tai Chi: physiological characteristics and beneficial effects on health" that Tai Chi rated as a moderately aerobic exercise.

The best known randomized study for fall prevention was conducted by Emory University in the USA. Called the FICSIT study (Frailty and Injuries: Cooperative Studies of Intervention Techniques). This study showed that Tai Chi reduces the rate of falls of the elderly by a massive 47.5 percent.

In a 2003 Journal of Rheumatology article, older women with osteoarthritis safely performed the 12-movement Tai Chi for Arthritis program and noted improvement of symptoms as well as improved balance and physical functioning. 

Who practices Tai Chi for Arthritis?

Tai Chi for Arthritis has been officially adapted as the Tai Chi form used by all arthritis foundations in Australia, UK and the Arthritis Foundation of America.

Over a million people around the world have learned Tai Chi for Arthritis.
 

Your local Certified Instructor is Deborah Yaffee.  413-625-2800


                            www.EZTaiChiForHealth.com 
 

To find instructors in other locations, visit Dr. Lam’s website at                       www.taichiforhealthinstitute.com 


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