Tai Chi Chung is a basic form of Chinese exercise intended to improve one's health and build muscle tone. Movements are practiced slowly without force or power. Proper breathing along with the correct body movement is important in gaining the benefits of Tai Chi training. The beginning movements of Tai Chi are basic and are relatively simple to perform. This training is ideal for the beginner of any age as an introduction to higher level Moo Doe movements and forms.
Tai Chi practice with Qi Gong breathing improves one's health by improving the respiratory and circulatory systems, basic joint and muscle flexibility and overall muscle tone. Tai Chi practice increases Qi (energy) in the internal organs and helps to release stress which tends to accrue in daily life. Once a certain level is obtained the practitioner then can learn to move energy to different parts of the body through the different positions and movements.
This energy will help heal and strengthen the body, calm the mind and increase one's health. The practice of Tai Chi also will physically improve one's balance and coordination. A recent study of Tai Chi has show it is also effective in easing arthritis pain. (See links on left for more information on the health benefits of Tai Chi) Tai Chi is the beginning level of movement of the internal arts taught at Suncoast Martial Arts.