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An illustration of a human body with Qi circulating around a Yin Yang symbol over the Tan Ti en. The Qi unites body, mind and spirit.

Physiology of Tai Chi & Qi Gong

Dr. Roger Jahnke, of The Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, shares Eastern medicine as interpreted for the Western approach to medicine. What is Qi? Can it be explained in terms of functionality for Western science? In the video below, Dr. Jahnke proposes that the Eastern concept of Qi [...]

Close up of white fascia fibers holding red muscle fibers together.

Fascia, the Body’s Shape-Shifter

Our knowledge of fascia is beginning to expand rapidly. Until recently, it was viewed simply as extra tissue surrounding organs in the body. It was the “stuff” that surgeons cut through to reach the targeted organs. Now researchers are realizing there is more significance to the matrix of fascia that [...]

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