The most common reason for Wulong students seeking out tai chi is aging. Aging is associated with declines in physical function including mobility, balance, and strength.
Recent research from the the Harvard Medical School confirms that long-term tai chi training is associated with better physical function, suggesting a preventative aging effect
With roots in traditional Chinese martial and healing arts, Tai Chi employs detailed regimens of flowing movements, upright balance and weight shifting, breathing techniques, and cognitive tools (for example, focused attention, imagery, and body awareness). Studies have investigated tai chi's effects on outcomes including cardiopulmonary conditions, musculoskeletal pain, poor balance, compromised immune function, cognition, and mental health.
In addition to promising clinical outcomes, findings are that tai chi is appealing, is easily adaptable/modifiable for different abilities, including for sedentary, unfit individuals starting an exercise program. Tai chi enhances exercise self belief, can serve as a bridge to further physical activity, and have potential for lifelong learning and long-term sustainability of the benefits of tai chi.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/acel.14023
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