ABOUT TAIJIQUAN
The Physiology of Tai Chi and QiGong - The healer Within Medical QiGong
This YouTube video is presented and narrated by Dr. Roger Jahnke, OMD. It is introduced as "A guide to the physiology of Qigong through images and animation" - YouTube Link
What is Tai Chi - from Wikipedia
Taiji (tai chi), short for Tai ji quan, or T'ai chi ch'üan (pinyin: tàijíquán; 太极拳), is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training, its health benefits and meditation. The term taiji refers to a philosophy of the forces of yin and yang, related to the moves. Though originally conceived as a martial art, it is also typically practiced for a variety of other personal reasons: competitive wrestling in the format of pushing hands (tui shou), demonstration competitions and achieving greater longevity. As a result, a multitude of training forms exist, both traditional and modern, which correspond to those aims with differing emphasis. Some training forms of tàijíquán are especially known for being practiced with relatively slow movements.
Today, taiji has spread worldwide. Most modern styles of taiji trace their development to at least one of the five traditional schools: Chen, Yang, Wu (Hao), Wu and Sun. All of the former, in turn, trace their historical origins to Chen Village.
For more information visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tai_chi
Benefits of Practicing Taijiquan in a Nutshell
Reduces: Tension and Stress
Improves:
Posture - this enhances the flow of energy through body
Balance - thus lessens chances of falling
Concentration
Coordination
Digestion
Strengthens:
Muscles - especially the leg muscles
Immune systems
Sensitivity
Promotes:
Relaxation
Energy
Calmness
Proper Breathing
Confidence
Lowers: Blood Pressure
Enhances: Active social Life
Therefore "regular practice of Taijiquan leads to a harmony of body, mind and emotion" which in turn leads to a healthy life and prolongs one's life. Summarized by "Charlie" Yu