Tai Chi Walking for Seniors: An Illustrated 4-Week Exercise Program for Fall Prevention, Stronger Balance,...

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Xian Ming

Tai Chi Walking for Seniors

Name: Tai Chi Walking for Seniors
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ISBN: 9781955935791

An Illustrated 4-Week Exercise Program for Fall Prevention, Stronger Balance, Better Health...

Xian Ming

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Anchor Publishing LLC
06 March 2026

Physiotherapy; Rehabilitation; Exercise & workout books; Oriental martial arts

Series: Mindful Movement Mastery

What if the thing standing between you and your independence wasn't age, but simply the right ten minutes a day?

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death among adults over 60. One in four seniors falls each year, and the quiet fear of becoming that statistic can silently steal confidence, shrink social life, and turn ordinary moments like navigating stairs or crossing a parking lot into something dreadful.

Tai Chi Walking for Seniors is a structured, evidence-informed 4-week illustrated program built on 15 years of hands-on teaching in community centers and rehabilitation facilities. It trains the three systems most responsible for safe movement: vestibular, visual, and proprioceptive. No gym, no equipment, no prior experience required. Just a clear floor path and ten focused minutes a day.

Inside this book:

The 4-Week Progressive Plan:

A day-by-day roadmap that safely rebuilds balance, hip stability, and walking coordination from the ground up 10-Minute Daily Sessions:

Short enough to stay consistent on your hardest days and structured to produce real progress The Empty Step Technique:

The foundational skill that directly addresses the weight-transfer error behind most senior falls Arthritis and Joint Pain Relief:

Slow, lubricated movements that ease stiffness in knees, hips, shoulders, and hands Breath-Anchored Movement:

Diaphragmatic breathing that supports reduced anxiety, sharper focus, and better sleep Condition-Specific Modifications:

Adapted guidance for osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease, neuropathy, and assistive device users Large Print and Clear Illustrations:

Senior-friendly formatting that makes every movement safe and easy to follow BONUS: 10-Minute Quick Reference Visual Guide:

A printable, lay-flat chart for uninterrupted daily practice without flipping between pages

A peer-reviewed meta-analysis of more than 2,800 participants found that Tai Chi significantly reduces both fall rates and the number of people who fall. This program delivers those same principles in an accessible, daily format suitable for any fitness level.

Ideal for older adults ready to move with more confidence, and for family members or caregivers choosing a practical, evidence-informed resource for someone they love.

By: Xian Ming
Imprint: Anchor Publishing LLC
Volume: 2
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 290g
ISBN: 9781955935791
ISBN 10: 1955935793
Series: Mindful Movement Mastery
Pages: 118
Publication Date: 06 March 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Xian Ming is a Certified Tai Chi and Qi Gong Instructor with a lifelong dedication to one purpose: helping older adults move better, live more freely, and age with confidence and dignity.Over fifteen years of practice have taken Xian into community centers, retirement communities, and rehabilitation facilities, working directly with seniors navigating arthritis, chronic pain, balance challenges, anxiety, and mild cognitive decline. That depth of real-world experience shapes every page of this book.Xian works in close collaboration with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and geriatric healthcare professionals to ensure every movement program meets the highest standards of safety and clinical relevance for older adults. This interdisciplinary approach has made Xian's chair-based Tai Chi and Qi Gong programs among the most trusted in senior wellness settings.But beyond the credentials, what defines Xian's teaching is something simpler: a genuine belief that everybody, at every age, deserves a practice that meets it with patience, respect, and care.