Top Ten Reasons why Tai Chi ?
1. Promotes the integration of mental, emotional and physical health.
2. Increases flexibility, strength and cardiovascular health through low impact aerobic movement.
3. Improves range of motion and balance by promoting flexibility and strength in all joints and rotators.
4. Cultivates strong bones through compression exercises.
5. Cultivates enhanced circulatory function and digestion.
6. Cultivates enhanced nervous system response through movement and continual "hardwiring" of the brain.
7. Reduces stress and increases one's ability to relax and respond to new or old stressors.
8. Promotes confidence and centeredness through chi sao or "adhering energy" drills.
9. Enhances awareness and perceptual capabilities through integrating breath and movement play.
10. Strengthens and cultivates greater inner spiritual strength.