Research shows that a daily dose of tai chi, the slow-moving meditative, martial art can boost our body and brain. A new study finds adding word games to tai chi doubles the increase in memory.

Tai chi, a type of Chinese martial art, can help lower blood pressure more than cardio like running. The calming effect of tai chi may make it more effective, according to researchers.

“Tai chi is experiential; you have to go and try it and feel it,” Ms. Chock said. Some schools are pricey — perhaps $25 and up per class — but others offer lower or sliding-scale fees, ...

A decade later, he was teaching kung fu and tai chi to others. “I believe everybody can benefit from kung fu, but I also believe everybody has a different passion, a different interest. Some people ...