The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi : 12 Weeks to a Healthy Body, Strong Heart, and Sharp Mind

Conventional medical science on the Chinese art of Tai Chi now shows what Tai Chi masters have known for centuries: regular practice leads to more vigor and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being. Cutting-edge research from Harvard Medical School also supports the long-standing claims that Tai Chi also has a beneficial impact on the health of the heart, bones, nerves and muscles, immune system, and the mind. This research provides fascinating insight into the underlying physiological mechanisms that explain how Tai Chi actually works. Dr. Peter M. Wayne, a longtime Tai Chi teacher and a researcher at Harvard Medical School, developed and tested protocols similar to the simplified program he includes in this book, which is suited to people of all ages, and can be done in just a few minutes a day. This book includes: • The basic program, illustrated by more than 50 photographs • Practical tips for integrating Tai Chi into everyday activities • An introduction to the traditional principles of Tai Chi • Up-to-date summaries of the research literature on the health benefits of Tai Chi • How Tai Chi can enhance work productivity, creativity, and sports performance • And much moreAuthor: Peter Wayne,author
Contributors: Peter Wayne,author
Binding: paperback
Number Of Pages: 240
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Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis
Format: illustrated
Edition: Illustrated
Published/Release Date: 9 Apr 2013
Bic Classification: Exercise & workout books
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Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher/Studio/Brand: Shambhala Publications Inc
Author/Director/Artist: Peter Wayne
Dimension (cm): 226x150x21 mm
Package Dimension (cm): 28x225x155 mm
Item Weight (g): 476
Package Weight (g): 481