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Niall teaching in Brazil
“Tai Chi is the most popular martial art in the world with 300 million practitioners.(judo which is an Olympic sport
has 20 million practitioners.)
So why is Tai Chi so popular?
It is because of the many proven health benefits that can be achieved through the practice of Tai Chi like reduc-
ing pain and improving mobility in people with arthritis and it can be practised at any age.
Silk reeling, which is the name given to the method of movement in Tai Chi, applies the method of spiral rotation
to all motions in a very slow, gentle way. These types of motions provide suitable physiological workload, so that
all bones, joints and muscles of the body are systematically exercised. Bone density and thickness can be
increased after a significant period of regular practice. With the improvements in bone structure, bones are
stronger and more resistant to twisting, pressure and bending. Osteoporosis can often be reverted to osteope-
nia through Tai Chi.
As we get older, the risk of falls becomes
higher due to various factors including physical, psychological and
environmental. Tai Chi is an exercise that has been proven through
studies to be the most effective to improve balance and is recommended
by doctors worldwide. It improves the body’s mobility, flexibility,
coordination and balance by increasing strength and flexibility of
working muscles and joints and expanding motion range.
Another area that benefits hugely from the practice of Tai Chi is the heart.
For those who have come across Tai Chi, you may be familiar with the
fact that Tai Chi reduces hypertension (high blood pressure) but you Niall teaching in India
may not be aware of the other positive effects on cardiovascular health
and function. Hypertension increases with stress and aging as the
nervous system shifts into a more sympathetic dominant role.
As we know, high blood pressure can lead to strokes, heart attacks, heart failure, aneurysms and renal failure.
Tai Chi's deep breathing, soft and slow movement and meditation harmonizing with the breath, lead to the
blood vessels dilating and the whole nervous system goes into a relaxation response that is deeply beneficial.
Tai Chi can be practiced to whatever level of intensity that suits a student’s health, age and fitness. The elderly
and those recovering from illness or injuries can be seen practicing
alongside young people trying to reduce stress, making Tai Chi a universally accessible and loved exercise
system that offers huge benefits in today's fast paced world.
You can restore your balance, energy and calm with this very enjoyable and gentle exercise.
Should you wish to hear more, we would be delighted to come and give a talk and demo to your group about Tai
Chi.”
Niall O Floinn
Director of Studies Chen Tai Chi Ireland
Tel 087-0524085
www.chentaichiireland.com
“Tai Chi is the most popular martial art in the world with 300 million practitioners.(judo which is an Olympic sport
has 20 million practitioners.)
So why is Tai Chi so popular?
It is because of the many proven health benefits that can be achieved through the practice of Tai Chi like reduc-
ing pain and improving mobility in people with arthritis and it can be practised at any age.
Silk reeling, which is the name given to the method of movement in Tai Chi, applies the method of spiral rotation
to all motions in a very slow, gentle way. These types of motions provide suitable physiological workload, so that
all bones, joints and muscles of the body are systematically exercised. Bone density and thickness can be
increased after a significant period of regular practice. With the improvements in bone structure, bones are
stronger and more resistant to twisting, pressure and bending. Osteoporosis can often be reverted to osteope-
nia through Tai Chi.
As we get older, the risk of falls becomes
higher due to various factors including physical, psychological and
environmental. Tai Chi is an exercise that has been proven through
studies to be the most effective to improve balance and is recommended
by doctors worldwide. It improves the body’s mobility, flexibility,
coordination and balance by increasing strength and flexibility of
working muscles and joints and expanding motion range.
Another area that benefits hugely from the practice of Tai Chi is the heart.
For those who have come across Tai Chi, you may be familiar with the
fact that Tai Chi reduces hypertension (high blood pressure) but you Niall teaching in India
may not be aware of the other positive effects on cardiovascular health
and function. Hypertension increases with stress and aging as the
nervous system shifts into a more sympathetic dominant role.
As we know, high blood pressure can lead to strokes, heart attacks, heart failure, aneurysms and renal failure.
Tai Chi's deep breathing, soft and slow movement and meditation harmonizing with the breath, lead to the
blood vessels dilating and the whole nervous system goes into a relaxation response that is deeply beneficial.
Tai Chi can be practiced to whatever level of intensity that suits a student’s health, age and fitness. The elderly
and those recovering from illness or injuries can be seen practicing
alongside young people trying to reduce stress, making Tai Chi a universally accessible and loved exercise
system that offers huge benefits in today's fast paced world.
You can restore your balance, energy and calm with this very enjoyable and gentle exercise.
Should you wish to hear more, we would be delighted to come and give a talk and demo to your group about Tai
Chi.”
Niall O Floinn
Director of Studies Chen Tai Chi Ireland
Tel 087-0524085
www.chentaichiireland.com
