Holistic Exercises Blog

Matthew Scott wants YOU to take control of your physical, mental and emotional health through simple, highly beneficial, classic Chinese exercises and techniques like those below. Do the exercises and techniques regularly and as instructed and you will reap the benefits. To subscribe to Matthew's Holistic Exercises Blog and get important updates and additions to this site, click on the small orange button under the red navigation bar (below left). It's easy and it's free - you don't even need to supply your email address!

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Unsolicited comments from men and women who use this site to improve their health and wellbeing.

Effective Ab Workout

Hey I don't have a really big belly and my abs are on a scale of 1 to 10 probably about a 4 in strength. I play football and am looking to lose a

How can I lose side fat and belly fat?

I don't know what kind of exercise I can do to get rid of the fat on my sides and belly. Please help me... would be the best help ever. Matthew's

Neck stiffness

I'm sure anyone with stiff muscles in the neck appreciates Matthew Scott's neck exercises and stretches. I know I do and certainly needed this help.

Generalized anxiety disorder and panic attacks

I have had some relationship problems going on for quite some time. Now I have this generalized anxiety and intermittent panic attacks. I am anxious

Spot reduction of belly fat

I mean no offense and I am asking this out of curiosity. From what i have heard spot reduction of fat is not possible. Which includes one's belly. The

Gotu kola for insomnia

I was wondering if you know of the herb known in English as Gotu Kola, and if so, whether you recommend its use for the treatment of anxiety/insomnia.

Acupressure for ulcerative colitis

Hi, can acupressure cure ulcerative colitis? Has there been anyone in your experience that had a similar condition and now is free from it after using

Acupuncture for weight loss

Hi, can acupuncture help me lose weight? Hi Bill, yes acupuncture can help you lose weight by suppressing and regulating appetite and improving

Breathing exercise for losing weight

Hi, I have heard there is a Chinese breathing exercise one can do before every meal (5 times a day) that helps you lose weight. Do you know about this

White Rice Good or Bad?

Hi, is white rice bad for you and if so why do Asians eat it almost every day? Matthew's reply: Hi Barbara, white rice is quite stodgy and can clog

Traditional Chinese Diet

1.3 billion people in China yet obesity is uncommon. Why? The traditional Chinese diet and Chinese way of eating.

Exercises for Facial Twitching?

I have had a life long facial twitch that has increased as I got older. This twitch causes me to bite my lip hard and my face twitches as well. I have

Lower Leg Pain on Right Side

Hi, the right side of my lower leg gives much pain if i strain a lot and sometimes my right knee feels a crushing pain when i lie flat during

Belly fat massage

Hi there, is there a belly massage technique that you can tell me, or is there a massage where someone massages my belly to reduce belly fat? Thanks

Can kids take Chinese herbal medicine?

Is Chinese herbal medicine safe for kids? If so, for what kinds of problems? Matthew's reply: Hi, yes, kids can safely take Chinese herbal medicine.

Elevated Liver Enzymes

Do you have any information on what would cause elevated liver enzymes and recommendations on how to improve liver function? Thank you. Matthew's

Does massage stimulate lymph nodes to spread cancer?

Is it true that some massage can stimulate the lymph nodes and cause cancer to spread? Matthew's reply: While direct massage on a tumor site should

Panic attack - what to do during one?

What should i do during a panic attack? Matthew's reply: Hi Martin, as soon as you feel a panic attack starting try to focus on your breathing -

Belly fat loss exercises

I have got a big belly and I want to lose it. Can you give me tips please? Matthew's reply: Hi, first, you need to be doing several short but

Alternative Health Forum

New Alternative health forum for traditional Chinese exercises, Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, diet, remedies and more. No registration or member login req.

Exercises for premature ejaculation

Hi, is there any exercise to improve mens performance during sex? Matthew's reply: Hi Gursharan, yes there are exercises for premature ejaculation

The Ab Lift for reducing belly fat

Suppose i do it everyday morning and afternoon on an empty stomach - how much time it will take to reduce my tummy in inches? Matthew's reply: Hi

Exercises for Sore Arms

I fell on ice two times and hurt my biceps on both arms each time. Are there exercises that would help? Matthew's reply: Hi, it really depends on

Love Handle Exercises

What are the best love handle exercises? Matthew's reply: Hi Jan, apart from doing a short, intensive cardio workout several times a week to burn

How to stop fear and panic attacks

Are there any acupressure points to stop fears in their tracks? eg panic attacks, fear of passing out, anxiety etc. Matthew's reply: Hi Simone,

Exercises for lower back

Which exercises are the best for the lower back? Matthew's reply: The best exercises for the lower back really depends on your reason for wanting to

Best Belly Fat Exercise

Hello, what is the best way to burn fat on my belly and hips? Thanks. Matthew's reply: Hi, you can try some of the exercises in the Abdominals

Congestion and digestive system not working properly

I have been told I have too much congestion in my system since my digestion is not working properly, which I have been told is due to my spleen

Calories Burned in Deep Breathing Exercises?

Does anyone know how many calories are burned in an hour of deep breathing

Exercise to Lose Belly Fat Discussion Forum

Discussion forum for ab exercise and exercise to lose belly fat.

Ab Lift

I do the Ab Lift every morning before breakfast, in combination with deep breathing, and it definitely helps to keep off excess belly fat. It has

Chinese Herbal Headache Remedies

Chinese herbal headache remedies. Safe. Effective. Time-tested over centuries of use on literally millions of people.

Acupuncture and Low Back Pain

Acupuncture and low back pain information by Matthew Scott, acupuncturist in Australia for ten years.

Acupuncture for Neck Pain

Acupuncture for neck pain, chronic neck pain, stiff neck and headache. By Australian acupuncturist of ten years.

Chinese herbal pills to boost your energy & nourish your blood.

These herbal pills to boost your energy & blood are time-tested formulas that have been used in China for centuries & are STILL in use today. Safe, natural, effective.

Reflexology & acupressure massage faq about the feet.

Common reflexology & acupressure massage faq about the feet. What are the benefits of reflexology? What can reflexology help cure? What points should I press & how often?

Natural sinus remedies and sinus massage techniques.

Relieve and prevent sinus problems, nasal congestion and stuffy noses with simple, effective, natural sinus remedies and nose massage techniques.

Classic anxiety breathing techniques to calm and relax you.

These anxiety breathing techniques combine slow, deep breathing - THE best way to calm down and relax - with acupressure massage to form a powerful self therapy for anxiety and stress.

Chinese Herbal Medicine FAQ

Answers to Chinese herbal medicine FAQ and other Chinese herbal information by Australian Chinese medicine practitioner of ten years.

Acupuncture FAQ

Answers to acupuncture FAQ. Important info for first time acupuncture patients. By former Australian acupuncturist of ten years now living in China.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Introductory

Getting chinese medicine treatment or thinking about it? Read this Chinese medicine introductory first.

Stop Headache Pressure Point Program

The Stop Headache Pressure Point Program stops headaches or your money back! 100% safe, easy, natural. Downloadable videos and manual. By Australian acupuncturist living in China 7 years.

Therapeutic Exercises, Acupuncture for Flu, Sore Throat, Body Pain?

What therapeutic exercises and acupuncture points would you recommend for flu, sore throat and body pain? Matthew's reply: Hi Anna. A superb

Natural Stress Relief Herbs and Formulas

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers natural stress relief herbs and stress relief herbal formulas that have been time-tested over many centuries for efficacy and safety.

Traditional Chinese Therapeutic Exercises FAQ

Ask questions and get answers about Chinese therapeutic exercises and start taking greater control of your health TODAY.

Easy to learn, therapeutic exercises

Looking for simple, therapeutic exercises you can do at home, at work, almost anywhere? Learn on downloadable video 5 balanced, holistic programs of traditional Chinese exercises for strength, toning, energy, stress, sleep, common cold, headache and more. Dietary and lifestyle advice is also included to enhance the benefits of the exercise programs. According to Dan Walton of Washington State, USA, "This is a great value you have provided! Along with the PDF manuals, these exercises are easy to learn, and thank you for providing the ability to download the videos to my PC".

Relaxation Video Clip

Relaxation video clip. Here are two relaxation videos online that calm your mind, reduce anxiety and stress, improve sleep and more.

Upper Back Stretches

Upper back stretches not only relieve and prevent stiffness and pain in your upper back, neck and shoulders, they also relieve and prevent stress. It's a two-way effect - emotional stress creates stiffness, tension and reduced blood flow in the upper back and neck region, while stretching the upper spine and surrounding muscles releases the tension and pain and improves blood flow, which relaxes the mind and helps relieve stress. If you often get a stiff upper back and neck from stress, excess sitting, driving or working, etc, upper back stretches are an easy, effective way to help yourself.

Interesting Health Articles

This site contains many practical, interesting health articles and reports aimed at giving YOU knowledge to take greater control of your health and wellbeing. Topics include traditional Chinese exercises for toning; skin brushing benefits; stretching for stress relief; acupressure for headaches; benefits of green tea; liniments for sore muscles, and more.