Reviews 1 — LifeQi - Tai Chi Tigers - CalmX

What are the benefits?

Listen to Michael Mosley “Just One Thing” BBC Sounds…

If you’re looking to add more exercise into your lifestyle why not consider T’ai Chi. It’s an ancient Chinese martial art – it’s sometimes called “meditation in motion”. It’s a series of different postures that gently flow into each other in slow movements. One of the big benefits of T’ai Chi is that it can significantly enhance the activity of our immune system. And although it looks gentle, it can be a surprisingly good workout! Michael Mosley speaks to Dr. Parco Siu from the University of Hong Kong, who has been studying the health benefits of T’ai Chi for over a decade. His research has revealed that T’ai Chi can lead to faster brain benefits than other exercises. He also found that T’ai Chi was as effective as conventional exercise like moderate-intensity aerobic exercise or muscle strengthening activities for reducing body weight and visceral fat!

“Exercise is proven to reduce depression & anxiety, and can help us manage negative feelings as well as alleviate symptoms of social withdrawal. It is a tool to support our mental health & wellbeing.” Dr. Radha Modgil

What does the science say about T’ai Chi & Qigong?

Improves balance and prevents falls
reduces pain, for example in people with rheumatoid arthritis
help to prevent cardiovascular disease
effective in coronary disease rehabilitation
help ease breathing difficulties in people with a long-term lung problem like COPD
t’ai chi can improve mental health by reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety and enhancing general stress management
help to improve how well you feel physically and mentally
enhance cognitive functioning

Q : "I want a break from the mental chatter constantly in my head. How can I do this?"

A : Come to a one hour CalmX class - you will be amazed at where the time goes, and what your thoughts have been!

A : Whatever age you are, a Tai Chi Tigers class will help you begin your journey to better health and wellbeing. You exercise at your own pace and progress as far as you are able with the help and guidance from our quaiified instructors.

Q : "I need to get my body into shape with more strength, flexibility and balance"

A : We have students from all walks of life with all types of physical and mental issues, but all working towards a healthier wellbeing.

Q : "I have been to rehabilitation classes but need to keep up exercising. Also I enjoy the social interaction with likeminded people"

A : Age is not a reason why you cannot do T’ai Chi, balance will improve with time and practice and you will only bend and stretch as far as is comfortable for you. One rule - 'if it hurts, don't do it' - what ever ‘hurts’ needs correcting or leaving out of your exercise regime. Of course, you can gain many benefits depending on the state of your health when you come to a class.

Q : "I am over 70, my balance is not very good and I have had replacements joints. Will I benefit from a class with you?"

Mind, body and spirit altogether can improve with age and daily practice of T’ai Chi and Qigong. Practice correctly and you will have more energy after than before your regime.

Benefits can be felt at any level of health and fitness:

brain – improve cognitive function
mood – relieve anxiety & depression symptoms
connective flexibility – improve strength
cardiovascular system – lower blood pressure / reduce resting heart rate
joints – relieve arthritis pain
balance – improve physical & mental balance
bones – increase density
immune system – improve function & reduce inflammation profiles
muscles – improve strength
overall wellbeing – improve markers in healthy & chronically ill people.
Improve immune function.
Reduce resting heart rate.
Improve balance.
Enjoy more joint flexibility.

What are the benefits?

LifeQi - Tai Chi Tigers / CalmX / TCT4K