
Tai Chi Fitness for Better Balance and Preventing Falls (Video Courses online)
Tai Chi for Balance and Beyond- A Low-Impact Exercise for Improving Fitness and Preventing Falls太极健身-平衡篇 Tai Chi is a low-impact form of exercise that originated in China and has been practiced for centuries. It involves slow, deliberate movements that flow from one to the next, often accompanied by deep breathing and mental focus. Tai Chi has been shown to improve balance, flexibility, strength, and overall fitness, making it an ideal form of exercise for older adults who may be at risk of falling.Studies have shown that regular Tai Chi practice can significantly reduce the risk of falls in older adults. One study found that after 12 weeks of Tai Chi training, participants had a 47% reduction in falls compared to a control group. Another study found that Tai Chi reduced the risk of falls by 55% in individuals with Parkinson's disease.Tai Chi can also improve balance and prevent falls by increasing muscle strength and flexibility, improving posture, and enhancing proprioception (the se