Exercise and Mindfulness in T'ai Chi

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There are very few structured workouts that involve both physical and mindfulness exercises. The practice of T'ai Chi is a martial arts exercise that involves elements of yoga and meditation. The physical element of T'ai Chi involves directing and regulating attention to imitating an instructor’s choreography. The mindfulness or emotional wellness component involves keeping an open mind and positive attitude. Research has shown that T'ai Chi has many positive health benefits that can improve the overall quality of an individual’s life.

Reference: Improve physical wellness with T'ai Chi.

Among those benefits are:

• More strength
• Better balance
• Better sleep
• Stress relief
• Depression prevention
• More energy

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