T'AI CHI FOR HEALTH AND HEALING is classified as a field of Chinese preventative and rehabilitative medicine. In addition it is a form of moving meditation and relaxation. Its principles develop ergonomically logical movements, deep breathing, balance, relaxation, and energy circulation.

Millions of people in China and throughout the world currently benefit from practicing T’ai Chi Chuan as a part of their daily routines.

Some of the health benefits of T’ai Chi Chuan include:
increased energy, coordination, flexibility, balance, gracefulness, concentration, improved circulation and organ function, and enhanced muscular strength. Relaxation and the reduction of stress are important methods of lowering chances of hypertension and heart disease.

Proper practice of T’ai Chi Chuan strengthens the entire muscular and skeletal systems, while virtually eliminating stress to joints commonly experience by impact sports. In particular, the legs, hips, and lower back are greatly strengthened. Breathing stimulates the circulatory system and strengthens certain internal organs. Scientific observation has found that senior citizens who practice T’ai Chi Chuan have a far slower rate of bone loss and significantly thicker and stronger diaphragm muscles than average seniors of the same age group. Along with the measurable benefits T’ai Chi are the overall sense of well being and satisfaction that can be found by engaging in a mentally and physically stimulating art form.

Tai Chi For Health at Natural Path Tai Chi of New Jersey

last updated 8/01/05