T'ai Chi Is 'Effective' in Improving Health of Elderly

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Elderly people should take up t'ai chi for the sake of their physical and mental health, according to research by Westcountry academics. A study by the Peninsula Medical School at the University of Exeter found that the ancient Chinese exercises can help pensioners avoid fall injuries and improve their psychological wellbeing.

It is believed the slow, graceful movements improve balance, while its deep breathing techniques aid relaxation.

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T'ai Chi Is 'Effective' in Improving Health of Elderly

The authors of the paper, published in the British Journal of Sports Medic...

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