The FE Award for June goes to Dr. Zibin Guo, a tai chi master and medical anthropologist from the University of Tennessee.  Dr. Guo developed a seated version of tai chi designed specifically for wheelchair-dependent individuals.  Although Dr. Guo (pictured above) does not need a wheelchair for mobility, he uses one to teach his seated tai chi techniques.

Tai chi can be adapted to suit anyone and is practiced by millions to alleviate stress and improve overall health.  According to Chinese medicine, illness results from blocked energy or "chi."  Tai chi exercises entail a series of gentle movements performed continuously that promote the flow of chi throughout the body.  Tai chi is known as "meditation in motion" because of its emphasis on relaxation and the mind-body connection.

 

 

Know someone who deserves the FE Award or would you like to nominate yourself for the award?  Contact Chesna and tell her all about it! 

Award Categories:

Youth (Children leading fit lifestyles through play, sports or general physical activity)

Adults (Adults working at becoming or staying fit)

Empowerment (Children or adults teaching others to become or stay fit)