Infographic: Pain Management with Tai Chi for Veterans and Military Members
For Pain Awareness Month, we put together this infographic highlighting the evidence-based benefits of Tai Chi for pain management among veterans and military members.
Pain Awareness Month: New Evidence on Mind-Body Exercise for Pain
As we get ready to observe Pain Awareness Month in September, a new scientific review offers timely evidence on a practical approach to pain management: exercise, including mind-body practices such as Tai Chi, yoga, and Pilates. Published in Pain Reports in July 2026, the study* combined 157 systematic reviews, 2,736 randomized controlled trials, and more …
Which Mind-Body Exercise May Be the Best for Anxiety?
Most of us have heard that exercise can help reduce anxiety. But if you had to choose one type of exercise to focus on, what would it be? Would a brisk walk work best? Strength training? Yoga? Qigong? Tai Chi? A new study that Frontiers in Psychiatry reported in June tackled exactly that question. The …
Healthy Aging: Where Yoga and Tai Chi Find Common Ground
A Reflection on International Day of Yoga As the world celebrates the International Day of Yoga on June 21, this year’s theme, “Healthy Aging,” has us reflecting on a growing trend we have been noticing in recent years: yoga and Tai Chi are increasingly appearing side by side in community programs and healthcare settings. We …
Health Is More Than the Absence of Diseases
Health is more than the absence of diseases, and Tai Chi can play an important role in helping us stay well — this was one of the key messages shared at the 2026 Science of Tai Chi & Qigong as Whole Person Health Conference, held at Harvard Medical School from April 30 to May 1. …
Tai Chi and Yoga: Similar Benefits, Different Strengths
A new study, published by Front Public Health in March, compared Tai Chi and yoga, two of the world’s most widely practiced mind-body exercises. Researchers reviewed their health benefits, cultural sustainability, and public health potential. While both practices were shown to support physical and mental well-being, the study also highlighted several areas where each practice …
Tai Chi and Yoga for Anxiety: How to Practice for Strongest Results
Highlights If you practice Tai Chi or yoga, you’ve likely felt it: you arrive tense, distracted, or wired… and leave steadier, clearer, and calmer. Two recent scientific reviews help explain why, and more importantly, how to practice for the strongest anxiety-reducing effects: Together, they give us both biology and a practical blueprint. Why Tai Chi …
Tai Chi for Veterans Living with Chronic Symptoms: What Research on Gulf War Illness Can Teach Us
Highlights: Veterans’ Chronic Symptoms: with or without Gulf War Illness (GWI) Many veterans live with ongoing health challenges after their military service—chronic pain, fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, and reduced physical stamina. These symptoms can make it harder to stay active, which often leads to a cycle of declining mobility and worsening health. Research studying …
A Holistic Approach to Cancer-Related Fatigue: How Mind-Body Practices Help Restore Energy and Well-Being
Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a common and challenging symptom during cancer treatment and supportive care. It goes beyond ordinary tiredness and can affect physical energy, mood, and mental clarity. Mind-body practices—such as Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, and mindfulness—are increasingly recognized for their ability to ease fatigue and improve overall well-being. Research from recent years supports …
What Truly Reduces Fear of Falling: Tai Chi, Yoga, and Pilates
Fear of falling (FoF) is one of the most common concerns facing older adults. Even without a previous fall, many begin to walk cautiously, limit activity, or avoid outings altogether. Over time, this fear can lead to muscle weakness, social withdrawal, and an increased actual risk of falling. A comprehensive umbrella review recently published by …