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*Tai Chi Chuan* |
There are two ways that Tai Chi Chuan can be viewed: as a health exercise or as a unique style of boxing and self – defense. For one who wishes to practice for exercise, to increase strength, flexibility, vitality, relaxation and mental awareness (all well into old age), it may be practiced only as recreation. One who wishes to proceed further to develop technical skill in self-defense needs firmer dedication. |
*Value to Health* |
With dedicated practice, Tai Chi Chuan Provides enormous benefits to both men and women, young and old alike. It has been known to cure hypertension and other cardiovascular complications, arthritis, back pain, ulcers, and related gastrointestinal disorders as well as complaints such as fatigue and tension due to stress. Moreover, it is not strenuous and can be practiced anytime, anywhere. |
*Value in Self–Defense* |
Many renowned martial artists, past and present, have practiced Tai Chi Chuan. It is said that women and men can attain equal proficiency in the Tai Chi art of self-defense. This is true because skill, from the Tai Chi point of view, is not restricted by one’s size, strength or natural quickness. Practice rather than raw talent is more important here than in other forms of boxing. |

