For one reason or another, the Holiday Season brings with it higher levels of stress and anxiety than many people suffer from at any other time of the year. Whether it is the thought of gathering together with one’s family or the need to “shop until you drop” to make sure you have the perfect… Read more »
While many people tend to stress the physical conditioning and health benefits of taking Tai Chi, but better self esteem through Tai Chi is another benefit to Tai Chi that is equally important. The amazing amount of difference it can make to a person’s self esteem is often a suprise to new practitioners. As a person participates… Read more »
Tai Chi, Migraines Managing migraines through Tai Chi. Those of you us who suffer from migraines know only too well what the pain is like. The agony can be so bad that the only solution we know is to hide away in a dark quiet place and pray for the end to come. No one but… Read more »
The Guillotine Choke is a popular move in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu because it is not only highly effective, but can also be used in every possible situation. Add in the fact that it looks spectacular and requires relatively straightforward technique, and you will understand why every Portland, OR Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training facility will expound… Read more »
Tai chi will help with Anxiety attacks. For most of us the occasional feeling of mild anxiety is quite normal and rarely goes beyond this level. However for a large percentage of the population and a percentage that is steadily increasing, these feelings of mild anxiety develop into full blown anxiety attacks that can lead… Read more »
So you keep hearing about the advantages of meditation, doctors, psychiatrists and many others are all touting the major health benefits of this ancient practice. Tai chi is more than just Meditation. You may have even been tempted to try it for yourself, but somehow the idea of sitting down and doing absolutely nothing or… Read more »
There was a time when the largest percentage of the workforce spent their days involved in at least some level of physical activity. Whether a little or a lot, this physical activity was good for their physical health, heart health and overall mental well-being, today this is no longer the case. The largest percentage of… Read more »
Some people have asked me why I decided to train at a Portland Jiu Jitsu school instead of going to the gym and have a quick run to stay in shape. Because I would like to have the ability to express myself and have an article to point friends and family towards so I can stop answering… Read more »
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