Dictionary of Cancer Terms
View in Spanish: Ejercicio mente/cuerpo
Mind/body exercise (mind BAH-dee EK-ser-SIZE)
A form of exercise that combines body movement with mental focus and controlled breathing to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and overall health. Examples of mind/body exercises are yoga, tai chi, and qigong.
Source: National Cancer Institute Dictionary of Cancer Terms, available at www.cancer.gov/dictionary.