Benefits of Exercise

Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese martial art that is composed of a sequence of truly slow, light, and continuing movements, is highly acceptable as a reduced impact exercise activity for older citizens. Practicing the ancient art enables older folks to develop stronger muscles and increase both their balance and concentration. This minimal impact activity helps the old regain physical working that may have been lost during periods of passivity. One fresh study concerned 72 people between the ages of sixty five and 96. One group was given an hour-long class twice a week for a period of half a year while the second group was warranted a four-week class at the end of the study.