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New Age Exercises

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New Age Exercises

The New Age movement fosters a holistic approach to life, where the mind and the body are taken into consideration for total well-being. Listed below are some New Age exercises, which have a considerable following.
 
 
  T'ai Chi
Best described as a combination of yoga and meditation.
Originally derived from martial arts.
T'ai Chi is performed slowly and gracefully with smooth transitions between movements.
Focus is on meditative exercise, not martial art.
For a holistic mental and physical wellbeing.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Tae Bo
Takes it's origins from kick boxing.
As a cardio workout, it's intense and rejuvenating.
Every single muscle is exercised.
Burnout of 800 calories per session.
Needs no fitness history to start out.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Qi Gong
Literally means "breath exercise".
It's a synthesis of different breathing skills.
Enhances the spirit, the "chi" and the mind.
Externally, it can strengthen the tendons, bones and the skin.
Helps to reduce metabolism, increase the capacity of storing energy, and improve appetite and digestion.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

  Yoga

Perhaps the best known of New Age exercises.
Extensive all round workout.
Regular Yoga has a great effect on the skin too.
Promotes longevity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

  Pilates (pronounced puh-LAH-teez)

Invented by Joseph H. Pilates.
Has more than 500 specific exercises.
It improves flexibility and strength for the total body without building bulk.
Its is a series of controlled movements engaging your body and mind.
Needs strict instructor supervision.
Has to be performed on specifically designed exercise apparatus.
 
 
 
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