There is good news on the osteoperosis front, and it comes in the form of weight training. Osteoporosis is a condition that causes loss...

One year and four months ago I was diagnosed with Type two diabetes. At the time I had a couple of injuries that really hampered my...

Fascia — the body's connective tissue that wraps around muscle — can be trained, just like muscle. Like muscle, fascia can be stretched...

April 25 is World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, and a number of events are planned worldwide — including in Northern Virginia, where I'll...

Some of you may be into extreme exercising, trekking for miles in cold weather no matter the conditions. Others might take winter as a...

In the United States, we have come to the "thankful" portion of the year. As the days grow shorter and colder, we stay indoors more — and...

Retailers are encouraging consumers to "shop small" and "shop local" on Shop Small Saturday, November 29. It's a great idea — and you can...

While giving fitness workshops for seniors, often I am asked how to succesfully lose weight. There is no easy way to lose weight — but...

Cancer survivors may have a better health rate and reduce their chance of recurrence if they practice Tai Chi, according to a new report...

Learn more about rooting and improve your skills at a workshop set for 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, in Fairfax, Va. The workshop will...

Recently, I have seen an upswing in knee injuries — or knee pain, at the very least. Whenever I have a client with chronic pain or an...

Science of Elastic Force Review Workshop with David Cohen and Aaron Green 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 28, 2014 Mid Atlantic Movement...

Practicing Tai Chi stimulates the body's production of stem cells, particularly beneficial to the aging body, according to a recent study...

Last year, when I heard Mark Rasmus was planning a workshop within a one-day drive from my house, the only thing on my mind was, "How am...

During my Tai Chi classes, I always get asked, "Why do we breathe the way we do? And why do we practice push hands?" The answer to both...

Sometimes we forget about the five elements of fitness: muscular strength muscular endurance healthy body mass index (BMI) cardio...

Learn how to gather, condense and pack chi into the body at a hands-on workshop with David Cohen from noon to 3 p.m. June 7 at Green...

(This article is part of an ongoing series examining various applications of Ta Chi postures.) As we go through the Tai Chi form, we see...

People who study tai chi are familiar with the term rooting, or to be in solid contact with the ground. During a tai chi demonstration,...

Tai Chi may be best known for its healing powers, but it also is a devastating martial art. Just ask Robert Dreeben, the author of a...

April 26 is World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, and a number of events are planned worldwide — including Northern Virginia, where I'll offer an...

Here are a few interesting upcoming Tai Chi workshops in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. Hope to see you there! Taoist Longevity...

if you are thinking about  starting a weight training program, look to Tai Chi for some good lifting practices. First, always keep your...

I have been asked on more than one occasion for the self defense applicatioin of Play the Lute. In the form, it looks liike just a...

Sifu Mark Rasmus will visit Fairfax again, in May, I am happy to announce For those not familiar with Sifu Rasmus, he teaches what he...

Part the Wid Horse's Mane is one of the most recognizable Tai Chi postures. As the body shifts left, the right hand crosses the left...

Healthy eating is an important part of heath and fitness. Help yourself succed by planning for success. Make your diet a healthy reflex....

Medical science continues to catch up with ancient Asian practices: preliminary medical studies in China recognize the value of Tai Chi...

I love the movement Brush The Wall.  Whenever I need to gain focus or concentrate chi, it is my go-to movement. Stand in a Wu Chi...

Okay, enough with the F#!-$&* protein shakes. I would love to know — and will conduct a survey shortly — if people know why they are...

When we practice Tai Chi, one of the first things we learn is abdominal breathing. This allows the diapragm to be more active: not only...

Sweet potatoes are standard fare for Thanksgiving. However, some of us may think about forgoing this classic dish to skip unwanted...

Americans are looking for a gentle, effective exercise that will give them benefit without pain or injury. What if that exercise could...

If you love mac 'n cheese, consider this alternative: replacing the macaroni with cauliflower. Yep, that simple — and that tasty....

Recently, I had a conversation with one of my students on the topic of breathing. I normally teach two different breathing styles,...

As we take a look back on the year, some of us are contemplating what we can do differently to guarantee success regarding our fitness...

People who study tai chi are familiar with the term rooting, or to be in solid contact with the ground. During a tai chi demonstration,...

Have you stopped by my YouTube Channel, Get in Shape With David? Take a look at some of the demonstrations and videos posted there. What...

A lot of guys lift to gain size. You lift everyday, drink your protein shakes and attempt to eat cleaner — yet, for some reason, you are...

Tai Chi can be beneficial to every body of every age. However, what can it mean to the practitioner who suffers from dementia? Ray...

Got banana? Mix in a few healthy ingredients for this delightful snack. Frozen Nutty Banana Nibblers Ingredients 5 medium ripe bananas 1...

A student recently asked me how she can make her form smoother. In class, we have discussed structure, chi flow and relaxation, and how...

Fairfax, Va. recently had a visitor from Maryville, Tenn. Sigung Richard Clear gave Tai Chi Chuan workshops, including healing, Chi...