Tai Chi for Stress

Stress seems to develop in every walk of life, in this modern day world of rush, rush, rush. We need to take some time out for ourselves and LFA Tai Chi is ideal for this.

When you walk into an LFA class for the first time you are greeted with a smile and you are the most important person.

We don't tell you to relax, we show you some simple movements, your mind is pleasantly occupied with where to place your hands and feet and suddenly you find your self smiling.

Completely forgetting the worries you left at the door.

At first you have to learn the mechanics of the Tai Chi before you can gain the deeper benefits. From your very first class you will notice something special happening to you.

Stress can manifest its self in many forms of illnesses and is one of the largest causes of absenteeism from work.

Practising he LFA Tai Chi Form is an excellent place to start, the movements are gentle and are put together in such a way that they help to ease a troubled mind.

One of over three thousand breathing exercises taught within the LFA is shown in the video clip. It is an excellent way to ease stress and should be practised daily.

Starting position :- heels together, toes pointing slightly outwards, arms by your sides.

1/ Breathe in through the nose as you circle your arms round in front of your chest (palms facing down, fingertips pointing towards each other).

2/ Breathe out through the mouth as you extend your arms out sideways at shoulder height.

3/ Breathe in through the nose as you lean forwards (ladies keep their palms facing downwards, gentlemen turn their palms to face upwards).

4/ Breathe out through the mouth as you straighten your body, returning to the starting position.

Repeat all four movements three more times.

Sage tea is also excellent for helping you to keep calm (it is an acquired taste).
NOTE. Ladies who are pregnant should not drink sage tea as it can stop milk production.