Tai Chi for Osteoporosis

Three thousand years ago the Ancient Taoist Masters could have devised our Tai Chi Form set with osteoporosis in mind. The movements of our Form set are ideal, they offer gentle load bearing exercise without strain.

Of course the Ancient Taoist Masters did not suffer from osteoporosis, we who diligently teach the movements as they were handed down from master to student over many centuries, know that the LFA Health Arts have something very special to offer you.

If you are forunate enough to have an LFA class in your area this is the best solution, your Instructor will be able to help you and show you exercises that will assist you.

Fortunately the LFA comprehensive library of books and videos is on hand to help if you are unable to attend classes.

It is also important to ensure that you increase your calcium intake this is a major factor. As your body gets older it needs greater amounts of calcium in your food.
A well balanced diet is vital to the quality of your health.

K'ai Men Exercises are also beneficial to your health, the following exercise is split into two parts. First we teach you the sequence, it is important to harmonise your breath with the movements.

The second part is the extension, in the extension you use your normal breathing pattern and concentrate on the movements. Please remember there should be no strain when practising any of our exercises, if you are unsure please consult your doctor.

Dragon Stance K'ai Men Exercise
Starting position heels together, toes pointing slightly outwards, arms by your sides.

1/ Breathe in through the nose as you step forwards with your right leg .

2/ Breathe out through the mouth as you raise your arms to shoulder height (palms facing down).

3/ Breathe in through the nose as you lower your arms to your sides.

4/ Breathe out through the mouth as you draw your right foot back to your left foot.

Repeat all four movements on the opposite side
Repeat once more on each side.

Extension – using your normal breathing pattern

The same except at the end of movement number two continue raising your arms upwards until your fingertips point to the ceiling.

Additional benefits of this exercise are that it is also good for the stomach and the spleen.

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