Learning & Practicing

by Mary Wu (Founder of Holistic Health Pros) A few days ago, I gave a webinar on Tai Chi for Older Adults for Comfort Keepers, a company that provides in-home care to seniors. One topic I particularly emphasized was adherence. Research consistently shows that people who practice Tai Chi regularly experience greater improvements in balance, …

Online learning offers some obvious advantages for Tai Chi students: lessons can be accessed from home, practice can fit around busy schedules, and instructional videos can be revisited whenever needed. Yet convenience alone does not explain why many students thrive in online Tai Chi programs. Several studies* of remotely delivered Tai Chi and Qigong programs …