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THERAPEUTIC AND MEDICAL BENEFITS |
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Therapeutic and Medical Benefits of correctly practised Qi-Gong and Tai-Ji when provided by an experienced instructor, trained to an advanced level in Traditional Chinese Medicine:
Qi-Gong and Tai-Ji help one to take charge of one's health.
After a period of regular practice , the effects can be felt in one’s enhanced mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
On the mental level, one can think more clearly and one’s concentration is greatly improved.
On the physical level, the body becomes more supple and its movements gain poise and become more graceful.
On the emotional level, one becomes more relaxed, tolerant and generally happier.
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Even after a relatively short period of regular practice those disorders caused by anxiety and nervous tension can be greatly alleviated, and in some cases eliminated altogether. Over a long period, there does not seem to be a limit on the healing effects that can be obtained. They are proven to be effective means of preventing some diseases, and promoting longevity.
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In addition it is known to have a positive impact on such conditions as arthritis, and multiple sclerosis. Its efficacy in the field of stress and anxiety-related conditions is particularly well-known – Tai-Ji diminishes the effects of these by reducing the physical effects stress creates in the human body. It is possible that it may also have the power to help those suffering from Attention Deficiency Syndrome, and hyperactivity disorders.
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There is evidence that Tai-Ji and Qi-Gong can assist in weight loss since the slow, controlled movements have a considerable impact on the internal system, gradually clearing it of the toxins which cause overall and localised areas of weight increase, incidentally burning-off as many calories as much more vigorous forms of exercise.
The following scientific studies and research material into the medical benefits of qi-gong will be of value to all interested in this field:
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