5-Minute Fitness: Tai Chi

1. Sitting up straight in a chair, place hands in lap with palms facing up.
2. Inhale slowly and deeply, raising hands to chest level, as shown.
3. Turn palms out and lift hands above head, keeping elbows relaxed and slightly bent.
4. Exhale slowly, relaxing and lowering arms to sides.
5. Return hands to the start position.

Repetitions: Gradually work up to 10 repetitions daily.

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