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September 1 , 2003

For More Information Contact: Rebecca Wilkowski, Phone: (800) 729-0941

Celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day: September 27

For centuries, millions of people in China have used Tai Chi and Qi Gong as a form of daily exercise. This September 27, more Americans will be also be trying and reaping the health benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong: two of the most effective balance and coordination conditioners in the world.

The slow and gentle movements and postures of these 3,000-year-old therapies release blocks in the body’s energy channels and keep muscles strong and supple. The rhythmic movements of the muscles, spine and joints are designed to remove the tense state of muscles to let "Qi," or vital energy, and blood to circulate freely throughout the body.

A low-impact exercise, Tai Chi is believed to: boost the immune system; slow the aging process; lower blood pressure; reduce the incidence of anxiety, depression, fatigue and overall mood disturbances; minimize the effects of chronic conditions such as allergies and asthma; and improve breathing capacity. Tai Chi has also been recommended as an adjunct therapy for people suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, insomnia, asthma, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and psychosomatic illnesses. Other benefits of Tai Chi include building strength, restoring balance, increasing flexibility and reducing stress.

According to the National Institutes of Health, 70 percent of all illness is due to unmanaged stress. Because mind/body therapies such as Tai Chi and Qi Gong can treat or prevent these illnesses, the integration of such modalities into our health institutions could save the United States $700 billion per year, and save trillions per year worldwide.

Tai Chi and Qi Gong’s gentle movements and low physical impact make it a great activity for aging bodies, those recovering from injury, young children or people looking to change up their exercise routine.

For more information on the health benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, please call (800) 729-0941.

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