Types of fitness: tai chi
The technique of combat, graceful dance and the system of general recovery are the three main components of this type of fitness, as tai chi. It is believed that the art of tai chi appeared inthe reign of the Chinese Emperor Fu Tzu, who ordered his court doctor to create a "Great Dance" for the people, allowing to heal and prevent numerous and incurable diseases at the time, and also served as the initial military training for Chinese soldiers.
This ancient technique is known for itspositive results. It has been practiced by the Chinese for many centuries. Most of all, elderly people who are eager to maintain their health and vigor as long as possible are interested in it. Over the past 10-20 years tai chi has managed to gain popularity in all countries of the world. Now tai chi is combination of combat with gymnastics. Contraindications for practicing it practicallythere are people of any age who can do it. The level of effort in this case is regulated by the person himself, which avoids overexertion. But before starting the exercise, after all, it is recommended to consult a doctor. Although tai chi can be called military equipment, it is based not on aggression, but on calmness. This gymnastics helps a person feel soft and relaxed.
Structurally this the technique is in the alternation of complexes of smooth, slowmovements and racks. It is an effective system of general improvement. Gymnastics tai chi teaches people to manage their energy, helps to establish contact with their own body. In addition, these exercises can have a sufficiently strong positive impact on the emotional sphere and physical health of a person. Doing Tai Chi, you can also master the basic skills of self-defense. In the tai chi classes, the contact of the mind with the body is very important: performing any movement, you do it not only with your hands or body, but also with your mind, concentrating and understanding all your senses as much as possible. Due to the fact that in the course of classes there is a withdrawal from everyday problems, a very strong healing effect on the psyche and the nervous system is achieved.
Also as a result of increases the flexibility of your body; strengthenedjoints, immune and cardiovascular system; improves the quality of mental activity, improves coordination of movements; they acquire useful and effective self-defense skills based on the Taoist saying "four ounces of power can knock a mass of a thousand pounds." Experts say that this gymnastics helps to effectively prevent osteoporosis, fractures of bones. It helps to strengthen the muscular tissue and joints of the elderly, makes the body more flexible and improves coordination of movements. Tai Chi also allows you to shorten the rehabilitation period after injuries and fractures. Regular exercise improves blood circulation, oxygenates the blood. It is believed that they even lead to a decrease in blood pressure. In general, this technique promotes immunity and improves health.
In addition, it is proved that tai chi allows you to lose weight. One hour of training burns up to 300kilocalories. But these lessons teach a person to own his body not only on the physical, but also on the spiritual level. Meditation is very important. If to compare with other kinds of gymnastics, it is necessary to note availability of tai-chi to people of any age and physical condition. Some modified tai chi forms are used even by people with disabilities.
