| Tai Chi is a very ancient Chinese form of martial | | | | Tai Chi also benefits the entire body increasing |
| arts which focuses on the internal energy in the | | | | muscle strength and enhancing balance and |
| body more commonly referred to by the Chinese | | | | flexibility. Many doctors prescribe Tai Chi as a |
| as "chi". The aim of Tai Chi is to increase the flow | | | | complementary form of therapy particularly for |
| of chi and integrate the mind, body and spirit | | | | those that suffer from arthritis, circulation |
| promoting both mental and physical well-being. | | | | problems, high blood pressure as well as stress. |
| Tai Chi is not just a series of movements but | | | | It is best to learn Tai Chi from an instructor |
| also involves the use of meditation and deep | | | | rather than by following a book. If you are unable |
| breathing making it particularly useful for reducing | | | | to locate an instructor, a Tai Chi video is another |
| stress and anxiety. People who regularly practice | | | | option. However books and videos are best used |
| Tai Chi have reported a better sense of well | | | | as complementary sources of information to |
| being because of its calming and meditative | | | | supplement what you have learned in a Tai Chi |
| aspects. Due to the nature of the movements, | | | | class. |