KSLfitness - Keeping Stronger for Longer

KSLfitness - Keeping Stronger for Longer Exercise classes for the over 50's: Body Conditioning - Tai Chi - Strength & Balance. Everyone is welcome

17/08/2026

This week, in our morning class, we continue our study of 8 form Yang style tai chi.
Core Characteristics
Slow and flowing: Postures link together smoothly without any pauses.
Large frames: Movements are wide, open, and uniform.
Weight shifting: Clear transitions between full (substantial) and empty (insubstantial) legs.
Low impact: Knees stay slightly bent, building leg strength and core stability

28/06/2026

I hope everyone is all right and has survived last week's heat. Temperatures locally hit 38.5c. Bob and I did chores VERY early and then stayed indoors with everything shut and a fan going. I'm a bit tired of lettuce now but at least we didn't have to go out for anything. I exercised two or three times daily on alternate days (does that make sense??)
This coming week is going to be much cooler and I look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday.

21/06/2026

During the forecast heatwave, it's important to recognise how heat might affect you. Aging diminishes the body's ability to regulate temperature through sweating and circulation and common prescriptions like diuretics, beta-blockers, and sedatives, can inhibit the body's cooling mechanisms and accelerate dehydration. If you don't have to go out then don't!
Make sure you have water with you at all times. Limit outdoor activity or errands to the early morning or late evening, avoiding the hottest stretch of the day (11 AM to 3 PM).

11/06/2026

SHIBASHI 1, the first in a series of qigong forms or sets created in 1979 by Professor Lin Housheng. Set 1 is my favourite moving meditation which combines rhythmic breathing with gentle, flowing movements. The movements effectively exercise each part of the body whilst easing stress and tension. Each of the 18 movements targets areas of the body helping to promote balance and circulation. Regular practice may help regulate blood pressure, alleviate arthritis pain, and improve flexibility, balance, and posture. The movements are low-impact and easily modified. It can be done standing or sitting, making it suitable for varying mobility levels and ages. Regular practice can help regulate blood pressure, alleviate arthritis pain, and improve flexibility, balance, and posture.

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The Scout Hut, Sherborne Road
Chichester

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Tuesday 11am - 12pm
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

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