Taichi For Insomnia

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Prevention magazine, august issue page 120

Are you a chronic tosser and turner? Can’t sleep beyond the first chirps and tweets of the morning chorus? Try tai chi. The slow, meditative exercise regimen, originally developed as a martial art in China more than 2,500 years ago and practiced widely across Asia today, improves sleep quality in adults with moderate insomnia, CAM researchers say. The benefits, linked to tai chi’s well-established ability to reduce stress, kicked in after participants practiced the routine for 16 weeks. You will need regular instruction at first, so look for classes at your Y or gym.

Bonus benefit: Tai chi helps improve balance and reduce risk of falling.

via Prevention.com / Thanks Pamela M. for the tip