MSU offers virtual tai chi course
LANSING, Mich. — MSU Extension is offering free Tai Chi for Diabetes, a 10-session program at 9 a.m. Eastern time starting Tuesday, March 4, and going through May 6.
Tai Chi for Diabetes is for all people, with or without diabetes. These tai chi moves help to improve health, balance, immunity, ability to be relax and to have a better quality of life.
Sharing this curriculum of slow, gentle movement increases strength, increases balance and posture, prevents falls, improves mind, body and spirit, reduces stress and increases relaxation.
Tai Chi for Diabetes is led by a certified instructor, with each session, including:
— Warm-up and cool-down exercises;
— One or two movements per lesson, progressively leading to completing six basic core movements and six advanced extension movements;
— Breathing techniques; and
— Tai chi principles relating to improving physical and mental balance.
Modifications will be provided for those who want to attend seated or standing. This program is targeted to help older adults and older adults with disabilities at risk for fall stay active. Participants must have audio and video capabilities for safety.
The link to join; https://events.anr.msu.edu/tcdiabetesonline2025/.
For more information, contact Anita Carter at 906-360-9732 or carte356@msu.edu.