Internal Versus External Motion
Once a famous musician was invited to a concert performed by top rated music students. Afterward he was asked his opinion of the performance. His…
Dr. Dan Richman, MD Speaks about Tai Chi and Pain Management
Transcript edited for clarity. Alan: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself and what you do here? Dr. Dan: I’m a pain management…
Can’t Meditate? Try the 19 Form
Meditation or Tai Chi? Many of us have heard and read about the benefits of meditation, how it helps reduce stress, clears our minds, gives…
Be Patient with both Tai Chi and You: From a Disabled Tai Chi Practitioner
By Jeff Momoi with Stephan Berwick. Jeff Momoi is a long-time student of Stephan Berwick, who enjoys Tai Chi practice with his wife, Ann, in his…
Tai Chi for Pregnancy: A Tool for Wellness and Self-Care
I was deep into my pregnancy and practicing Tai Chi regularly when I began to recognize how much Tai Chi kept me going. My legs…
How Do You Stand When You Practice Tai Chi?
Standing in Tai Chi is not always as easy as it looks. I had a student a few years ago in particular that had a…
Sit, Stand and Sit While Standing
In this age of computers, gadgets we never knew we needed, and social media, it’s hardly a wonder many people are becoming sedentary, less and…
How to Gently Stretch into the Start of Your Day
Waking up in the morning for some of us can be challenging. Our body is stiff, the joints hurt, our back aches or we are…
Tai Chi while Pregnant: What are the benefits?
Practicing Tai Chi during pregnancy is a powerful regimen for maintaining stability, strength, and relaxation during pregnancy – even during the last trimester. The American College…
Falling Does NOT Have to be Catastrophic
Falling Happens in a Blink of an Eye Not long ago I was sitting in a restaurant with my wife enjoying a break from our…
