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Tai Chi Chuan: Exercises
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Master Tung says "Tai Chi Chuan is not a display of strength, power or violence, it is to attain serenity, tranquility and discover of one's self. It is truly an exercise of the spirit."
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Chang Sanfeng, a monk from Wutang Monastery in Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) is regarded as the founder of Tai Chi Boxing, though some scholars doubt his historical existence. Linking some of the older forms of movement with the notion of yin-yang from Taoism and stressing the ‘internal’ aspects of his exercises, he is credited with creating the fundamental ‘Thirteen Postures’ of Tai Chi.
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Both men and women appeared to show "significant" increases in muscle strength after participating in the tai chi program. The researchers note many advantages that tai chi may have over other conventional exercise routines. Unlike most physical activities, tai chi requires no specialized equipment and can be performed in a variety of locations, making it both practical and cost-effective.
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