6 Minute Beginner Tai Chi Exercise

The ancient practice of Tai Chi provides an easy, be-kind-to-yourself way to energize the mind and unlock the joints and muscles. Do this 6-minute senior Tai Chi exercise in the morning after your coffee to get ready for the day.
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[@RCPrepping]

62 years old. Obese. 100+ pounds overweight. Started bicycle commuting and changing my diet two months ago. Been looking for an additional exercise that I can add to my daily routine. I belive Tai Chi is it!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Good for you taking charge of your health! Tai chi or qigong would be great to add in for balance and flexible joints. Keep me posted on your progress.

[@animula6908]

I’m not a senior, but I aspire to be one day. Exercises like this are a safe way for anyone to improve functional balance and agility in unexpected ways. I see how it can prevent injury in more vigorous workouts to include these very mild movements in a fitness routine. Thank you.

[@shamsyjadidy6635]

I am 64. yesterday I found this video and I did this exercise today. It is good and an energetic exercise, and also short, I hope I do it regulerly.

[@bitchdez]

I'm only 29 but this video helps my morning creaks out a lot and even tho you don't mention it helping this, I noticed it helps bowel movements for me. I wonder if anyone else has found it helpful for that too.

[@denise2699]

Thanks Cindy. Lovely morning practice. Very relaxing and centring. Thanks for sharing

[@Gettripletheclicks1]

Thank you Cindy! We love doing this first thing in the morning! :)

[@squishmcphee2529]

Awww, this was so nice! Hit everything that hurts and made it moveable. Feels good, thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@leighclark5257]

Lovely, clear instruction. Thank you.

[@apostatepaul]

I’m so grateful for this video!! I play it every day.

[@bevanderson9902]

As someone who suffers from fibromyalgia I find this stretching video fabulous. Very gentle yet loosens pain points significantly.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

So glad it helps. Sometimes a softer approach is just what the body needs to get moving! Thanks for watching.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Glad thy are helping! And good for you for taking charge of your health.

[@wendyhannan2454]

Another fibromyalgia sufferer here, my Dr said to do Tai Chi every day. This is perfect to start with, if I over do any exercise the pain becomes worse. I need to pace myself if I want to do it longer I’ll repeat this Tai Chi. Thank you , I’m so glad I found you, I have subscribed, and I’m watching from down under, Australia 🇦🇺🐨

[@jan0201]

Wonderful! I feel so energetic, thanks for sharing ❤️❤️❤️❤️😷

[@gloriamitchell3518]

Thanks much. So happy to have found your channel

[@agglyusr]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@anittaburgess4403]

Thank U! I was searching 4 this.

[@apostatepaul]

Thank you SO much Cindy!! I put this on every morning and have gradually extended the number of times I do each move by pausing. You’ve been a revelation 🙏🙏💖💖💖💖

[@timd5343]

simple just what i need thank you

[@jeffreyyounger5772]

Thank teacher!

[@Doreen3010]

Wonderfully simple and yet so effective! TY C ❤️ from Mumbai

[@MarieGillis-yy8lz]

Love this.❤

[@evelynaquino6469]

Thank you Cindy for helping me to stretch myself and im happy have found your simple but very effective workout , really needed that way of yours, more power to your channel, Godbless n be safe😘

[@orangezebra8668]

ThankYou so much

[@sharrongarcia4686]

love this

[@allieaudio9965]

I am not a senior but I enjoy your exercises and find them very beneficial.

[@co0ki3M0NstAr]

Thank you Ms Cindy you are awesome I'm 30 but extremely close to my grandma (she's pretty much a mom to me) when we lived in California she did Tai Chi every morning now she's 80 (still Quite flexible for her age) and I Wana thank you for these gentle work outs I can do with her. Also you have such a smooth and relaxing speaking voice. Thank you and bless you 💝

[@suzywernet5312]

Nice, thank you.

[@aliciabrown3054]

Coming out of a pinched nerve at 7 th cervical. Doing pt exercises . Your exercises that don’t put weight on hands and stress shoulders have been a blessing. Thank you!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Ouch! Hope the pain has subsided. Thank you for letting me know the videos have helped. Keep me posted. Thank you for watching!

[@TheSolitary1]

Thanxx for this video 🌹

[@tiffanybittman7523]

Tried it this morning I'll have to do it more often.

[@dimpsthealien333]

I'm 51. First timer. I guess it's a sign that I'm out of shape since I worked up a sweat. Great video! Thank you!

[@lesleywebber9374]

I love your videos Cindy You have changed my life Thank you so much With love from the UK

[@FitnessWithCindy]

So glad to hear the videos are helpful. Thank you for taking the time to let me know. Keep up your dedication to being strong and healthy.

[@sarahkahl316]

This is something I can actually do!

[@lindatallman5896]

Thank you! I appreciate that it is fairly easy to follow you...easier than others I have tried! Much appreciation!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thank you for watching!

[@icaremusic1]

great video

[@joylethbridge5361]

Just found this video and found it very useful as I have a chronic lung disease and found it very helpful….thank you❤️.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thank you for letting me know. Good for you finding ways to stay strong and strengthen the lung capacity you do have left.

[@marilynnpicciotti1254]

Love this!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Yes, sometimes we need some gentle movement to get the blood flowing and the joints unlocked. Along with some good cleansing breaths. Thank you for watching and stay well.

[@annievangumster4322]

Thank you very mucht for these fine exercises; they are working!!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

So glad you are feeling some benefits from your discipline of exercising. And thanks for watching.

[@unibuilt8455]

Thank you so much. I'm 70 from Philippines.

[@ylahklarashemidahpadilla4809]

Came across your channel while I was looking for zumba videos for my grandparents. I admire your enthusiasm! Stay healthy ❤

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Glad you found us. Now we can all have fun staying healthy together. Gotta keep it moving! Thank you for your comments and health and blessings to you all!

[@gracavasc]

Thanks for this great way to start the day!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Yes, for me with arthritis, anything to get my motor started! Thank you for watching,

[@juanitawilkerson7303]

I am truly enjoying your video. God bless you. Keep up the good Work.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thank you Juanita for your support. So glad to hear you are watching and taking charge of your health.

[@pennellpennell3265]

Hi there, this was a great mini stretch. Felt awesome!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks for taking the time to let me know. Keep up your dedication to good health.

[@itsallgoodb]

Okay Cindy, loving the good energy!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Good to hear! Keep up your dedication to good health!

[@krystalharwood6359]

Mrs. Cindy, i wanna thank u for this! i am not a senior but in my late 30s with hip arthritis and this has really helped me along with another qigong workout i do! much love

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Good for you being proactive. Thank you for taking the time to let me know the video helped. Keep up your dedication!

[@kathleenfranklin6928]

I’m so sluggish from sitting around recovering from a fractured wrist , this is gentle yet helps me stretch. Great stater, love it. Thank you ❣️

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Have you tried this video: www.fitnesswithcindy.com/hand-pain-exercises-for-arthritis-neuropathy-and-more/ I also do this massage daily: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYbVn6WHaL-Ed6c......Let me know if any of these work and thanks for watching.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

OOps...wrong person...do not do these, they were meant for someone else.....Thanks for watching...Do what your therapist recommends for wrist. And happy healing!

[@user-cg6hn9bc4p]

Suffering from fibromyalgia i found the stretching really good helped found it very gentle.

[@elabiesiada3754]

I have lumbar stenosis and my doctor recommended Tai Chai - this is the best start. Thank you, Cindy!

[@azkid883]

This isn’t Tai chi , I hope you found this out long ago.

[@marychuyrea5067]

Thank you so much Cindy, this is perfect for me, I am 68 old and 35 year with arthritis. 🙏🏼💐💝

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Good for you finding a gentle way to be moving. I have arthritis as well and the tai chi and Qigong have helped me so many times. Thank you for taking nthe time to let me know. Keep up your practice.

[@jploughlin1358]

☘️thank you☘️

[@145FREE]

I do it first thing in the morning. Loosens the stiffness. Gets the circulation moving!

[@khadichou1234]

Merci très chère Cindy ❤❤❤

[@FitnessWithCindy]

You are welcome. Keep up your dedication o good health.

[@physiotherapistpaulina9340]

you have an amazing physique. What an awesome role model for seniors! I prefer to call them older adults, as it sounds more positive am I right? Well done Cindy :) Love from Western Canada

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Pauline, thank you so much for your kind support. Glad you are staying active to remain healthy and strong. Stay well!

[@allanblum3993]

Dear Cindy, I use this exercise every morning and I love it! However, more and more frequently I am having difficulty getting it to begin at the beginning and do not understand why this is happening? Please explain why I have this problem. Thank you. ADB,MD

[@jimg.arejola4695]

Can you please demo a Qigong exetvise for hypertension?

[@carolearrowsmith2461]

Just starting🐞

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Great! 👍😊

[@lynnjobe4624]

Love the videos. I try for 3 daily. I have RA and my hands are real bad. Any ideas or hope? Thank you

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Have you tried this video: www.fitnesswithcindy.com/hand-pain-exercises-for-arthritis-neuropathy-and-more/ I also do this massage daily: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYbVn6WHaL-Ed6c......Let me know if any of these work and thanks for watching.

[@Zootat]

When I die I want to go quietly in my sleep like my grandpa did. Not kicking and screaming like the passengers in his car.

[@samanthapeterson1444]

Nice gentle stretch, based on Chi Kung. From the comments, people are obviously getting a lot out of it :). It's not Tai Chi though.

[@azkid883]

These is just a series of “ warm up “ movements.

[@user-ei8rb7sj6c]

Can you provide the link for your in bed morning stretches for seniors who need to get moving? I can’t find it. Thank you.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thank you for asking. You can find it here: www.fitnesswithcindy.com/conquer-morning-stiffness-before-getting-out-of-bed/ Stay well.

[@user-ei8rb7sj6c]

TY so much!

[@FitnessWithCindy]

@@user-ei8rb7sj6c Welcome!

[@user-yc8zi6yc2z]

It was very nice!!😂

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thanks for taking the time to let me know. Keep up your dedication to staying healthy! 👍😊

[@Whitsounds]

How is this taichi ? This is an exercise video .

[@janetbeaumont634]

I just found your taichi class, I only saw half of it. I would like to join your class. Ho do l get it again

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Hi Janet , go to www:fitnesswithcindy.com and click on free videos .Scroll down to the stretch section and it should be there. Thank you for asking!

[@azkid883]

I hope you found real Tai chi as it would be more productive.

[@junghjoo6002]

Hey! Thank you so much! Is this good for old people with high blood pressure?

[@lesleywebber9374]

I love Cindy I have come back from the docs and he’s reduced my meds because my blood pressure has improved and I’m sure it’s down to her and I work with her every day

[@mauricechan5090]

Thanks ;I want to learn self defense too..

[@FitnessWithCindy]

It is a great practice. I took twaekwondo years ago and it is very disciplined activity. Good for you for keeping active. Stay well!

[@extremelyfriendlyamigasele5481]

I SELENA these exercises because of BODYBUILDING and MARTIALVARTS.

[@spaciodecm]

Gorgeous)))))

[@nancyzi5722]

Yum

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Thanks for watching!

[@southernpaganprincess7739]

I have neuropathy there no feeling better in the morning lol it’s 24/7. That’s why I’m here.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

So good to hear you are being proactive! Do you feel beter later in the day?

[@southernpaganprincess7739]

@@FitnessWithCindy no but my massage therapist is Mandarine and he doesn’t speak much English but when I hurt he just repeats Tai Chi, Tai Chi. So here I am. I have watched him practice and it’s so beautiful to watch him. It’s like watching someone in a dream who really knows how to slow dance. Beautiful. Also, being that he is older than I am and significantly more flexible tells me that I need to learn Tai Chi

[@back-seat-driver1355]

A friend of mine recently recommended to learn tai chi online with The tai chi academy from Chris Davis, with Discover Taiji from Adam Mizner or taijiacademy from Liang de Hua in the next lock down period What do you think?

[@BWater-yq3jx]

The fact she calls this Tai Chi tells us she doesn't do Tai Chi. No point in asking her opinion. But in general, if you have no prior experience, learning online is not the best option, unless you're recording yourself and getting feedback. The fact you're watching this and then seeking her opinion on Tai Chi 😖 suggests you should learn in person from a legit practitioner.

[@lesleywebber9374]

I have been practising Qigong for several years and it incorporates a lot of Cindys movements I find this video invigorating and your comment rather insulting.

[@nicoletremblay4292]

9

[@terrydaniels9126]

Ok Cindy arthritis strech a l probably helps

[@trinalenchewski1233]

Why is it these Beginner or for Seniors videos go so fast with the movements?? IF this is to be effective, should you not speak slowly and not rush us through the moves?. Even if it is a 6 min wake up.. mind body and soul movements should feel rushed through No?

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Good question. Exercise is such a personal journey .You have to go with what works for you. If I go too slow, the joints lock and the synovial fluid does not move through my joints. For myself, I suffer when I hold a position too long. However, many Yoga students find many benefits in holding their poses. Seek out what works for you. My daughter loves Yoga with Adrienne so you might check out her very helpful videos. Not every exercise is right for everyone. So keep up your search but mostly feel well! Input is so helpful, so thank you!

[@herekittykitty0099]

you can actually adjust the speed of the video by hitting the three dots in the upper right corner and where it says playback speed hit that and it gives you 0.5 etc. that’s how I learned how to do Zorba’s dance 😎

[@wendimorgan73]

Nice exercises but not really Tai Chi. Thank you tho.

[@BWater-yq3jx]

No Tai Chi here.

[@andrewhoward750]

Why is this "branded" as Tai Chi? There is no authentic tai chi here. (I am not denying the possible effectiveness of the movements, just the hijacking of the name.)

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Should have labeled it qigong😤

[@quiltmomma5157]

It’s a good video, but I can’t watch her. She looks like a scarecrow.

[@FitnessWithCindy]

Too funny! Thank you for your input.😍