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Qigong, Tai Chi and Meditation for Life

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute via YouTube

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Learn Qigong and Tai Chi techniques in this 46-minute wellness session led by Tai Chi Master Ramel Rones from the Dana-Farber Zakim Center. Discover how flexibility, strength, deep breathing, energy work and meditation serve as foundational principles for achieving and maintaining a high quality of life through ancient Chinese movement practices. Practice both stationary postures and flowing animal movements that can be performed either sitting or standing, making this accessible to all fitness levels and physical abilities. Master specific techniques including Hula-hoop and Advanced Hula-hoop movements, Bear Swimming, Crane on Bamboo, directional awareness exercises like Look to the Left and Look to the Right, therapeutic Neck and Shoulder Rotations, Outer Hip Stretch for improved flexibility, and Zen Mind meditation practices. Explore how these time-tested philosophies of Qigong and Tai Chi can enhance your overall well-being and support better quality of life through gentle, mindful movement and breathing techniques.

Syllabus

Qigong, Tai Chi & Meditation for Life (45 min) | Dana-Farber Zakim Center Remote Programming

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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