ABOUT DR. GRYFFIN Pete Anthony Gryffin, PhD, MS, is an educator, researcher, speaker and writer, with an extensive background in mindful exercise, including tai chi, qigong and traditional kung fu. His award-winning book on his work in this area, titled "Mindful Exercise: Metarobics, Healing, and the Power of Tai Chi" has received powerful reviews from leaders in the field. Dr. Gryffin is a regular contributor and invited speaker for conferences, as well as for magazines and journals in the area of health and mindful exercise. He was an Alumni Fellow at the University of Florida, where the focus of his work was on mindfulness and health behavior. While teaching at Fullerton College he developed eight new courses oriented around wilderness experiences and mindful exercise for the health of mind and body. Selected Professional Publications and Presentations Gryffin PA, Implications of mindful exercise and metarobics as a new category of exercise. Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism. In Process. Gryffin PA, Chen WC, Erenguc N. Survey of tai chi programs in the United States: Barriers and opportunities for older adults. Health Education and Behavior. June 25, 2018. Gryffin PA, Chen WW, Chaney BH, et al. Facilitators and barriers to tai chi in the older adult population: A focus group study. American Journal of Health Education, 2015; 46(2): 109-118. Gryffin PA, Erenguc N, Chen WC. Meditation for college success: barriers and opportunities. American Journal of College Education, 2014; 2(3): 183-192. Gryffin PA. Qi: Implications for a new paradigm of exercise. Integrative Medicine, 2013; 12(1): 36-40. Gryffin PA, Chen WW. Implications of tai chi for smoking cessation. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2012; 18(6): 1-5. Gryffin PA. Mindfulness for Health, Stress, and Conflict Resolution. [Paid Presentation]. California Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Association Annual Conference and Trade Show - Catch the WAVE: WIC Moves Families Forward. April 2019. Gryffin PA. Practice - Mindful Exercise: Metarobics, Healing, and the Power of Tai Chi. [Paid Presentation]. California Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Association Annual Conference and Trade Show - Catch the WAVE: WIC Moves Families Forward. April 2019. Gryffin PA. Metarobic Effects of Mindful Exercise: Implications of hypoxia. [Presentation]. Western Society for Kinesiology and Wellness. Reno, NV. October 2018. Gryffin PA. Metarobic Effects of Mindful Exercise: Implications for Cancer and Chronic Conditions. College of Health and Human Services Research Symposium. Sacramento, CA. March 2018. Mattison J, Lin S, Douglas B, Gryffin PA. Health Policy Recommendations - White Paper for Administration White House. [Advisory Meeting] 17th Annual World Congress on Qigong/Tai Chi/TCM. San Francisco, CA, September 2016. Gryffin PA. A Metarobic Approach for Mind/Body Health. [Workshop/Presentation] 17th Annual World Congress on Qigong/Tai Chi/TCM. San Francisco, CA, September 2016. Gryffin PA. Tai Chi as a Mindfulness Based Adjunct to Cancer Care [Pre-Conference Workshop]. American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) 13th Annual Conference, San Diego, CA. March 2016. Gryffin PA. Metarobics: New Paradigm for Qi Gong and Tai Chi Healing [Integrative Health Academy] 40th Annual National Wellness Conference, Minneapolis, MN. June 2015. Gryffin PA. Using the Health Belief Model Equation (HBME) for Creating Measurable Targeted Messages. [Workshop] 40th Annual National Wellness Conference, Minneapolis, MN. June 2015. Gryffin PA. Essential Tai Chi: An Evidence Based Format for Instant Group Practice. [Workshop] 39th Annual National Wellness Conference, Minneapolis, MN. June 2014. Gryffin PA. Essential Tai Chi: An Evidence Based Format for Instant Group Practice. [Workshop] WAFCS/WICFR Joint Conference, Warrens, Wisconsin, March 2014 Gryffin PA. Evidence Based Tai Chi Workshop. [Workshop]. Society for Public Health Education 64th Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL. April 2013. Gryffin PA. Evidence-based tai chi for health. [Invited lecture]. On Top of the World Communities, Ocala, FL; Master the Possibilities, Ocala FL. January 2013. Gryffin PA. The benefits of tai chi for older adults [Invited lecture]. Grand Edventures, Gainesville, FL. December 2012. Gryffin PA. Physiological foundations of tai chi health benefits [Tutorial]. 40th Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine, Jacksonville, FL. February 2012. Gryffin PA. Tai chi, cancer, and hypoxia [Poster Session]. National Science Foundation Research Day, Gainesville, FL. October 2011. Gryffin PA & Chen, WC. Tai chi, smoking cessation, and the role of awareness [Poster presentation]. American Public Health Association 138th Annual Meeting and Exposition, Denver, CO. November 2010. |
Tai Chi and Metarobic workshops are focused on evidence based and user friendly movements to maximize elements for health and chronic conditions. These exercises can also be used as a mindfulness based practice for addiction, PTSD, and mental wellness.
Books Journey to the East: An Experiential Book - Special Edition (Click above title to order) From the back cover: "The message is rich and much needed today. I have never seen such a strong and healthy case for the ascetical side of spirituality described in such a fascinating and enjoyable way as you have in this book." – Joseph Girzone, Author of the bestselling “Joshua” series Mindful Exercise: Metarobics, Healing, and the Power of Tai Chi - A revolutionary new understanding of why mindful healing works Eric Hoffer Award Winner (Click above title to order) From the Back Cover: Today, more doctors than ever are prescribing tai chi for patients recovering from injury, illness, and surgery. This book presents over ten years of research into how and why tai chi benefits health from an evidence-based, medical perspective. Dr. Peter Anthony Gryffin demonstrates the link between health and Metarobics, his term for slow, meditative exercises that enhance blood oxygen saturation, diffusion, and oxygen-based metabolism. Metarobics―including tai chi, qigong, and yoga―focus on relaxation and deep breathing. Research shows that these exercises offer a wide range of benefits for treating chronic disease. Dr. Gryffin cites numerous scientific studies as well as testimonials from patients who have experienced the natural healing benefits of metarobic exercise. Many have surmounted chronic health problems to improve their quality of life. Some even overcame grave diagnoses. This book features
In 1968, Dr. Kenneth Cooper's book Aerobics changed the world of health and fitness. Mindful Exercise: Metarobics, Healing, and the Power of Tai Chi is the next step in this evolution. “A persuasive picture of tai chi’s healing effects bolstered by compelling data and enlivened by an array of personal testimonials.” —Kirkus Reviews “Merges meditation and exercise ... may well lead to a new definition of optimal well-being.” —Rudolph E. Tanzi, PhD, professor of neurology, Harvard Medical School; New York Times best-selling author of The Healing Self “Will surely become ‘the prescription’ of choice for all responsible medical providers! I am enthusiastic about recommending it!” —Roger Jahnke, OMD, author of The Healing Promise of Qi “Mindful Exercise and the Metarobic approach opened my eyes, and they can open yours too.” —Dr. John Day, author of The Longevity Plan “A portal that will change the way tai chi and qigong are approached; modern medical science can join hands with these ancient mind-body sciences to become co-evolutionary.” —Bill Douglas, author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to T’ai Chi & Qigong |
METAROBICS YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Clicking the link above will take you to the Metarobics Youtube Channel, which presents videos of easy to follow sections of Tai Chi for home practice. Also included is the Tai Chi 24 form, and a walking exercise (breaking down the method of moving to enhance following the Tai Chi 24 form). The walking exercise can also be used to enhance balance.
Clicking the link above will take you to the Metarobics Youtube Channel, which presents videos of easy to follow sections of Tai Chi for home practice. Also included is the Tai Chi 24 form, and a walking exercise (breaking down the method of moving to enhance following the Tai Chi 24 form). The walking exercise can also be used to enhance balance.
World Tai Chi & Qigong Day Resources
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18 by 24 Inch Poster, sharing information on World Tai Chi & Qigong Day, and benefits and promotion from a Metarobic perspective:
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18 by 24 Inch Poster, sharing information on World Tai Chi & Qigong Day, and benefits and promotion from a Metarobic perspective:
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