Mind-body exercise
Encyclopedia
Mind-body exercise is a form of exercise that combines body movement with mental focus and controlled breathing
to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and overall health. Examples of mind/body exercises are yoga
, t'ai chi, and qigong
.
Breathing
Breathing is the process that moves air in and out of the lungs. Aerobic organisms require oxygen to release energy via respiration, in the form of the metabolism of energy-rich molecules such as glucose. Breathing is only one process that delivers oxygen to where it is needed in the body and...
to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and overall health. Examples of mind/body exercises are yoga
Yoga
Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originating in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility while meditating on Supersoul...
, t'ai chi, and qigong
Qigong
Qigong or chi kung is a practice of aligning breath, movement, and awareness for exercise, healing, and meditation...
.
External links
- Mind/body exercise entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms