Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines movement with meditation. It is a martial arts form of slow and gentle actions, many of which are based on animal movements. Tai Chi is regularly practiced by senior citizens in China, where many enjoy it on a daily basis to improve balance and strength. Used as part of a morning routine that has become a significant element to achieving and maintaining a good quality of life. An important aspect of Tai Chi is paying attention to the breath, which becomes part of the meditation process inherent to the routine. The mind and body relax and enjoy the circular movements. It also opens one up to sensations that the body may be experiencing.
P.S. In 2016, the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society published a study that recognized reliable evidence that Tai Chi significantly reduced the rate of falls.
