What are the benefits of Qigong/Tai Chi?
After some practice, students will find their Qi or internal energy flowing and will begin to feel more relaxed. On the other hand, if pain or stiffness is experienced in certain areas the Qi is blocked, and further practise will remove this blockage. Who can practice Qigong/Tai Chi? Patience is needed to start with, and perseverance to carry your practice through many stages of development. The practice takes time, so you need to give it time. It takes about a year to learn the full form, on the basis of one class a week and practising every day for about 15 minutes. As Qigong/Tai Chi embrace many aspects of movement and stillness, they can be practised by any age group. One study of elderly people in the United States demonstrated that Tai Chi can lower the risk of accidental falls by almost 50 percent, due to an improved sense of balance. Consistent daily practice promotes relaxation, concentration and increased vitality due to improved circulatory and respiratory functions. Tai Chi
