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Tai Chi Chuan is a form of exercise developed by the Chinese, but is more than just exercise, much more; it is an internal cultural art and is the Chinese path to mental, physical and spiritual fitness.
Tai Chi Chuan is an art that originated about 500 A.D. and people from all walks of life have practiced it to promote their health and inner tranquility by releasing the natural energy of the body.
Tai Chi is recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as a sport.
Traditional Chinese doctors have believed for several millennia that illnesses occur when the internal energy of your body, called Chi, is weak, unbalanced or failing to flow correctly.
Tai Chi helps maintain good Chi energy with gentle fluid movements making it a perfect form of exercise for everyone. Many studies, around the world, have been conducted in its benefits and have produced positive results.
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American Heart Foundation stated that it is the best exercise for patients who are recovering from heart operations.
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Royal Hallamshire Hospital in Sheffield, England, have demonstrated the benefits to patients recovering from myocardial infract.
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A study reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association (3rd May 1995) demonstrated the art was the only exercise/activity to show a statistically significant decrease in the number of falls among the elderly study participants. The practitioners also recorded a 25% decrease in injury from falls. The study involved eight medical facilities including Harvard, Washington University School of Medicine and Emory University Atlanta.
Tai Chi can provide an even wider range of benefits for sufferers of other conditions, more than any other form of exercise.
Summary of some of the most common benefits from regular practice.
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A significant increase in T-lymphocyte count.
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Toning of body muscles.
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Increase in co-ordination, balance, flexibility, agility and general mobility of all joints.
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Reduction of Hypertension
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Migraine sufferers are often relieved of symptoms
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Asthma sufferers are able to reduce their use of ventolin
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Sufferers of depression have shown rapid improvement within a few months, having been on medication for several years.
Tai Chi is increasingly recommended by doctors as a form of exercise, to their patients. But, as with all forms of exercise, you should first consult your doctor before you start practicing.
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