Tai Chi is a form of exercise consisting of a series of slow moving postures performed in a mindful and relaxed manner. In time, practice enables us to release stress and tension, improve body alignment and balance, increase calmness and vitality while developing a deeper awareness and understanding of our body and mind.

learned correctly and performed regularly, tai chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving your health. The benefits of tai chi include:

Decreased stress and anxiety
Increased aerobic capacity
Increased energy and stamina
Increased flexibility, balance and agility
Increased muscle strength and definition

Some evidence indicates that tai chi also may help:

Enhance quality of sleep
Enhance the immune system
Lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure
Improve joint pain
Improve symptoms of congestive heart failure
Improve overall well-being in older adults

Reduce risk of falls in older adults

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Tai Chi for Athletes - "Tai Chi offers several advantages for the athlete giving them an edge over their competition; increased coordination, active rest, and a relaxed mental state." http://www.examiner.com/article/tai-chi-for-athletes

Tai chi a gentle way to fight stress - Mayo Clinic   http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/tai-chi/SA00087

The physical and psycological benefits of tai chi - Psychology today   http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/enlightened-living/201008/the-physical-and-psychological-benefits-t-ai-chi-ch-uan

Tai chi combats Arthritis, Study Shows  http://news.medill.northwestern.edu/chicago/news.aspx?id=104929 

Tai chi may ease symtoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis  http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20110822/entlife/708229987/

Great Lake Tai Chi Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Great-Lake-Tai-Chi-Chuan/238110529577567

Tai Chi May Help Parkinson's Patients -  http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2012/02/09/146602943/tai-chi-may-help-parkinsons-patients-regain-balance

Tai Chi Eases Symtoms of Fibromyalgia -  http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/19/health/19taichi.html?_r=0

Wuwei Taichi Club - Our cover picture is the artwork of our beloved T'ai Chi brother David Chen. His spirit lives on in his art, his writings and in each one of us who was fortunate enough to cross paths with him. For more info about David and to see more of his work visit this site which is also a good source of information and links to other organizations, books and dvds. http://wuweitaichi.com/