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Tai Chi & Baduanjin for Kids with Learning Challenges – A Practical Guide for Instructors and Therapists

Children with learning difficulties often face more than academic struggles—they also experience challenges in executive function, emotional regulation, and social development. While traditional classroom interventions focus on cognitive training, movement-based…

Teach Tai Chi to Optimize Brain Function for Older Adults (Tutorial)

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The Optimal Ways to Use Baduanjin for Better Balance in Older Adults

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death among older adults. With age, balance tends to decline due to reduced muscle strength, slower reflexes, and changes in…

How to Use Liuzijue (The Six Healing Sounds) Qigong to Enhance Respiratory Function

Liuzijue Qigong, or the Six Healing Sounds Qigong, is an ancient practice that integrates breath control, vocalization, and gentle movements to enhance lung function and overall well-being. A recent study…

Tutorial: Use Liuzijue (The Six Healing Sounds) Qigong to Enhance Respiratory Function

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Baduanjin Qigong: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Health Benefits

Baduanjin Qigong, also known as the Eight Brocades, is a traditional Chinese exercise with a history spanning centuries. It is a form of Qigong that consists of eight movements designed…

Video Class: Baduanjin Qigong (Eight Pieces of Brocade)

Peter Hodes, a Master Instructor certified by ATCQA, demonstrates the movements and breathing techniques of Baduanjin Qigong (8 Pieces of Brocade). The video is produced by Holistic Health Pros, an…

Knee Joint Safety in Tai Chi: Insights from Forward Bow Step Research

Tai Chi’s forward bow step, a key movement for enhancing stability and flexibility, places varying biomechanical demands on the knee joint depending on posture. A recent study reported by Frontiers…

Tutorial: Knee Joint Safety in Tai Chi: Insights from Forward Bow Step Research

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Tutorial: The Secret Power of Tai Chi on Brain Health: A Practical Guide

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