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Tai Chi Heals Body & Mind As You Age

by Heather Long

The relationship between the practice of martial art and health in the elderly is a key to maintain physical fitness even in the old age. A form of Chinese martial art, Tai Chi is most commonly practiced as a combination of circular, slow movements.

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Mindset Martial Arts

by Heather Long

Are you or someone you love considering martial arts for a fitness activity? If you are, it's a great way to commit to conditioning for you and for your kids.

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Choosing the Right Martial Art

by Gillian Markson

Karate, Ti-Chi, Kickboxing. Krav-Maga, Tiquando, Hapkido and Jujitsu. Ti-Boxing, Grappling, BaGwa and Ti-Chi Broadsword; even traditional boxing. Within the umbrella which is martial arts so many styles and schools exist that picking one to study with, maybe even two, can be a daunting task.

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Tai Chi for Fitness

by Gillian Markson

Practicing Tai chi for fitness is one way this ancient Chinese art is used. Tai chi means "shadow boxing." It involves controlled movement of the body along with breathing and stretching. Posture is very important in any fitness regime.

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