Tai chi is the Chinese art of exercising in a smooth way that tells a story to the mind and body in movement form. It is an ancient tradition that was started in china over 700 years ago which is a combination of relaxing but smoothing moves. Tai chi is a non-impact exercise, yet at the same time keeping the mind calm and alert.
When the teacher and student practise the art it is the mind and body coming together resembling an effortless slow motion dance. The exercise requires patience and will enhance flexibility using the balance to build strength and coordination. Once the basic moves have been learnt then Tai Chi will improve the body by regulating it to a healthy condition. The movements involved will enhance the sleep that the body requires and sleep patterns will be regular and if there is stress and tension it will be improved showing improvement. Tai Chi allows all the body to work in the way nature intended to stay healthy with minimal effort.
The Chinese have conducted studies showing one of the positive effects of Tai chi is the lowering of blood pressure and this is good news for diabetics who are constantly having to keep and eye on their blood pressure at all times. The blood circulation in the body is smooth. Other area of effects that is noticeably improved is the stress related tension which eases the central nervous system calming it down. Any gastric problems in the nervous system are helped and can be eliminated all together…
‘Chi ‘is an energy source the Chinese believe in to keep the body in a good and healthy condition and essential to the body’s energy levels. If ‘Chi’ is imbalanced then the all body is imbalanced causing illness. Tai chi helps to maintain the smooth running of your body. More and more classes are now available in health centres and gyms all over the country.