Cognitive Decline Archives - Tai Chi for Health, Meditation and Fun

An older man and woman demonstrate how to do a Kua Squat. They hold their arms out front and parallel to the floor. They bend from their knees and keep their backs as straight as possible.

Kua Squats May Hold Off Dementia

Evidence is beginning to show that long term practice of T’ai Chi can affect brain structure and function, possibly helping to stave off cognitive decline and dementia as we age.(1) But, how does it do this? One way is by increasing blood flow to the brain. Increased cerebral blood flow [...]

An illustration of a Physician holding a illuminated human brain.

Tai Chi helps preserve cognitive function

Studies over the past two decades show that the brain can grow and make new connections over our lifetime and that exercise can promote this process. Recent meta-analysis of 20 studies on Tai Chi and cognition indicate that “Tai Chi appears to improve executive function—the ability to multitask, manage time, [...]

Blessings by Br. David Steindl-Rast

"Blessings" by Br. David Steindl-Rast "Bless what there is, for being. Whatever it be, bless it because it exists, you need no other reason. Source of all blessings, you bless us with breath.
Tai Chi and Qigong for Mood Regulation

A review of recent studies examining both Qi Gong and Tai Chi in randomized controlled trials and meta-analysis of studies which met clear scientific criteria has shown a potential not only for physical benefits
Kua Squats May Hold Off Dementia

Evidence is beginning to show that long term practice of T'ai Chi can affect brain structure and function, possibly helping to stave off cognitive decline and dementia as we age.(1) But, how does it
Cheng Man Ching Performing
His 37 Posture Form

The Professor practicing his 37 posture Yang-style short form:
Play T’ai Chi

Having fun is an important part of learning T’ai Chi. Indeed, many T'ai Chi practitioners refer to T'ai Chi practice as "playing T'ai Chi" and T'ai Chi participants as "players." When students learn to