KSLfitness - Keeping Stronger for Longer

This week, in our morning class, we continue our study of 8 form Yang style tai chi.
Core Characteristics
Slow and flowing: Postures link together smoothly without any pauses.
Large frames: Movements are wide, open, and uniform.
Weight shifting: Clear transitions between full (substantial) and empty (insubstantial) legs.
Low impact: Knees stay slightly bent, building leg strength and core stability

Classes resume 18th August
I look forward to seeing everyone

All classes cancelled 11th August.

Both classes running tomorrow (28th July) - let's hope the temperature stays cooler for a while!

The Body Conditioning class will resume tomorrow 21 July
Bring water!
Keep cool everyone!!

During the forecast heatwave, it's important to recognise how heat might affect you. Aging diminishes the body's ability to regulate temperature through sweating and circulation and common prescriptions like diuretics, beta-blockers, and sedatives, can inhibit the body's cooling mechanisms and accelerate dehydration. If you don't have to go out then don't!
Make sure you have water with you at all times. Limit outdoor activity or errands to the early morning or late evening, avoiding the hottest stretch of the day (11 AM to 3 PM).

SHIBASHI 1, the first in a series of qigong forms or sets created in 1979 by Professor Lin Housheng. Set 1 is my favourite moving meditation which combines rhythmic breathing with gentle, flowing movements. The movements effectively exercise each part of the body whilst easing stress and tension. Each of the 18 movements targets areas of the body helping to promote balance and circulation. Regular practice may help regulate blood pressure, alleviate arthritis pain, and improve flexibility, balance, and posture. The movements are low-impact and easily modified. It can be done standing or sitting, making it suitable for varying mobility levels and ages. Regular practice can help regulate blood pressure, alleviate arthritis pain, and improve flexibility, balance, and posture.