Exercise science has determined that if we can move 150 minutes a week, or about 25 minutes a day, we will live longer and healthier lives. 150 minutes the sweet spot for the general population, and regular exercise is a big stress reducer, too. Why is moving so important? It’s in our DNA. Simply put, […]
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Taoist Breathing Method
The air we breath contributes to our general well-being, but we don’t often think about that in the context of nutrition. Yes, nutrition! Air is a form of nutrient in both biomedicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The exchange of gases occurs in the lungs, where oxygen (O2) is inhaled and carbon dioxide (CO2) […]
Maintaining Core Strength
Maintaining core strength is important throughout life, but especially if you suffer from chronic injuries. Back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and poor posture usually indicate weak core muscles. With a little effort you can reverse this. First you have to feel the core and that’s what we’re going to cover here. Practically everyone reading […]
Simple Breathing Exercise
Having a simple breathing exercise can be a real stress-reducer in times of need. Here’s one super-simple breathing exercise you can do anytime, anywhere you find the need: 1. Inhale through your nose 2. Exhale through your mouth Try this for a few rounds the next time you catch your mind spinning too fast. It help you […]
Ancient Wisdom from the I Ching
The I Ching, or Book of Change, is a book of wisdom upon which all of Chinese philosophy and eastern medicine is based. Hexagram # 43: Kuai/Break-through (Resoluteness) We came to study acupuncture through our passion for the Chinese internal arts of qi gong, ba gua, and tai ji. This passage in the I Ching speaks […]