For older Americans, the number of deaths after falls has increased dramatically in recent years. The good news is there are effective ways to lessen these numbers. One of the best ways? Enhance your balance. Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese practice, combines deliberate, slow movements with deep breathing and steady concentration. This form of gentle exercise has significant health benefits that help improve balance, muscle control, flexibility, and chronic pain. In a recent study published in JAMA Network, it was reported that falls decreased by 58% for adults over 70 who practiced Tai Chi twice a week for an hour. For more info on the risk of falls and the value of Tai Chi, steady yourself and read here and here, and take a look at this prior Agebuzz post here. 

And if you’re feeling a little wobbly and need a visual demonstration of the value of Tai Chi, take a deep breath and work on that balance with these videos of safe and easy Tai Chi moves.