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at Walcott’s urging, Thompson credits the deep breathing exercises and gentle movement for helping regain her health.
“People come to qigong when they have exhausted their options with conventional medicine,” said Walcott. “I would like to educate them before
they ever lose their health.” For information about qigong class schedules, visit www.TheCloudWalker.com or call (772)569-4090.
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my blood pressure is 118/84 without any drastic changes in my routine,” she said. Although she does try to eat healthy
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Students at South Beach, where John Walcott has taught qigong every weekday for 11 years, perform a movement “roll back and push,” intended to benefit the liver.