How Good is Your Mobility?
There is an article in the New York Times by Jen Murphy that includes short video instructions on how to test your mobility. It's very...
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Nov 92 min read
Why is tai chi popular? Is it a fad?
USA TODAY published an article about tai chi on 11/4/24 that gives a good overview but also includes a nod to some of the people and...
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bcbz blogger
Nov 81 min read
It's Comfort Food Season
Sardinia Minestrone "A bountiful dish that is eaten every day for lunch by some of the world’s longest-lived families in Sardinia, Italy....
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bcbz blogger
Nov 32 min read
Practice! Principles Part III
This is a continuation and the final section of a 3 part lesson inspired by Open the Door to Tai Chi's Diane Bailey. Once you know the...
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bcbz blogger
Oct 252 min read
Practice! Principles Part II
This is a continuation of a lesson inspired by Open the Door to Tai Chi's Diane Bailey. Once you know the movements of the 24 form and...
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bcbz blogger
Oct 222 min read
Practice! Principles Part I
This is a lesson inspired by Open the Door to Tai Chi's Diane Bailey. Once you know the movements of the 24 form and also become...
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bcbz blogger
Oct 161 min read
Elegant Mirror Follow Along 8 Form
This is a very relaxing follow along video, good for beginners or when you want to fit tai chi into an extra busy day (as you should!)...
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bcbz blogger
Jul 53 min read
Sharks: 2 - Extreme Heat: 2,300
Tired of hearing about extreme heat? Then let's compare extreme heat to shark attacks and make it more interesting. Shark attacks are ...
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bcbz blogger
Jun 292 min read
Tai Chi Medical Studies - Details
There have been numerous medical studies conducted on Tai Chi, examining its potential health benefits. Harvard Health Publishing states...
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bcbz blogger
Jun 182 min read
Flexitarian!
Incorporating more vegetables into your diet can be a fun and creative process. It’s important to note that a plant-based diet emphasizes...
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bcbz blogger
May 296 min read
Yang and Wu - What's the Difference?
The Tai Chi form that is closest to Yang Style is the Wu Style. The Wu Style originates from the Yang Style and is characterized by its...
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bcbz blogger
May 142 min read
Do You Exercise?
Microsoft inserts daily polls into their website. There are questions about cars, food, politics, movies, investments, etc. An exercise...
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bcbz blogger
Apr 307 min read
Using IN-YOUR-FACE Reminders to Establish Positive Habits
It is a safe bet to say that at one time or another, most people make a New Year resolution. It is equally safe to say that most people...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 301 min read
Small Space Tai Chi
If you don't have a lot of room, inside or outside of your home OR if you just want to keep your tai chi practice limited to a small...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 221 min read
The "Balance" Form
There is so much to learn in Tai Chi. It's necessary for those that are new to Tai chi and those that have practiced for years to...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 191 min read
Tiger, Leopard, Dragon, Snake and Crane. Oh My!
In Tai Chi, there are five animal forms: Tiger, Leopard, Dragon, Snake, and Crane². These forms represent abstract aspects of Tai Chi...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 171 min read
Tai Chi 40 Form with Instruction
This video contains step by step instruction by Peter Chen. 40 Form is recommended for intermediate to advanced students and includes...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 172 min read
Yang Tai Chi 40 Form
There are several styles of Tai Chi, each named after the family that developed it and each based on the same principles but with...
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bcbz blogger
Mar 141 min read
Benefits of Physical Activity for Every Age - Charts
Review the CDC charts here to see the benefits of physical activity for children, adults and 65+ or use the links to download a copy....
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bcbz blogger
Feb 242 min read
Core Training for Beginners
Core Training, Cardio Training and Tai Chi can be practiced by most people but Core Training can be daunting. We've watched the fitness...
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