Mindful movement

Exercise is known to be beneficial for people with fibromyalgia. And, combining exercise with an awareness of your body, the movements and the moment (mindfulness) may be even more helpful.

Research suggests that tai chi — a practice originating in China that involves moving the body slowly, gently and with awareness — may provide a benefit to people with fibromyalgia. Yoga and the Chinese healing art of qi gong, which combines meditation, controlled breathing and movement exercises, also have shown promise.