 T’ai Chi reduces stress responses, lowering the incidence of anxiety, depression, fatigue, and
general mood disturbance (Journal of Psychosomatic Research, 1989 Vol 33(2) 197-206).
 T’ai Chi minimizes the effects of chronic conditions such as allergies and asthma (American
Journal of Chinese Medicine (1981 Spr Vol 9 (1) 15-22).
 T’ai Chi improves breathing capacity (Hawaii Medical Journal Vol 51 No 8 August 92).
 T’ai Chi’s regular practice can lower high blood pressure (American Journal of Chinese
Medicine (1981 Spr Vol 9 (1) 15-22 & Hawaii Medical Journal Vol 51 No 8 August 92)
 Boost the immune system (Prevention Magazine v. 42 May 90, p. 14-15+.
 Slow the aging process (QiGong, The Art & Science of Chinese Energy Healing, Kenneth S.
Cohen, Ballentine Books, NY, 1997).
 Improves balance and coordination TWICE as effectively as other balance training (Prevention
Magazine, v. 46 Dec. 94 p. 71-72+ & USA Today, May 1996).
 Improves postural control, while stretching, toning and relaxing the body in a cumulative way
that no other exercise can achieve (American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 1992 Apr Vol
46 (4) 295-300.
 T’ai Chi is probably the lowest weight bearing exercise, and modified forms can be suitable
even for arthritis sufferers (American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, June
1991, 70 (3) p 136-141.
 T’ai Chi has been recommended as an adjunct therapy for chronic pain, AIDS, arthritis,
insomnia, asthma, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and any
psychosomatic illness.
 70% OF ALL DOCTOR’S VISITS ARE DUE TO STRESS (Copyright, Stress Management &
Relaxation Technology, 1997).