It was around the
beginning of the industrial revolution that the idea that human beings were
like machines came into being. The body was seen as being like a clockwork
toy, capable of being taken apart, parts replaced and then put back together
again. Although this perspective has produced powerful life saving
procedures, this view also limits our awareness of the wonders of the human
body and life itself.
(Liz Koch)
Natural approach
In modern times there is a great dependency upon Western medicine.
People
seek to solve health problems quickly using medication or surgery.
These methods may fix the immediate problem but the underlying cause is
seldom addressed.
Eating habits and poor body usage are often the cause of poor
health.
The
holistic
approach is to work with the natural processes of the body, to
improve body
awareness, to learn new habits and steadily
grow a healthier, more
resilient body.
Tai chi is good for your health
Dynamic Balancing Tai Chi is characterised
by a gentle internal coiling and twisting of the body.
The soft,
relaxed movements help to reduce bodily
tension, whilst the martial art focus gives purpose and intent to the
practice.
This is an
ideal form of exercise for people who suffer from illness or simply want
to improve their health.
Stronger muscles and bones, combined with greater flexibility of the joints,
will improve body usage beyond the class.
Standing and moving
qigong exercise addresses the
stability of the physical structure
and promotes the flow of
qi.
The syllabus places great attention on the way in which the
body operates.
This significantly improves the health benefits.
Since
tai chi is performed slowly, there is little risk
of
injury or discomfort when practicing this type of exercise.
Dynamic Balancing Tai Chi can help with:
Asthma
Balance
Blood pressure
Breathing
Bronchitis (COPD)
Circulation
Coordination
Depression
Diabetes
Heart problems
Hypermobility syndrome
Immune system
Irritable bowel syndrome
Joint mobility
M. E. (Chronic fatigue syndrome)
Sciatica
Varicose veins
Tai chi is a form of complimentary therapy and
can be a substitute for Western medicine.
Beyond the medical
It is easy to think of tai chi study in terms of how it improves your
health, but tai chi is far more than treatment.
Exponents typically find that the benefits of the study extend to all
aspects of their lives.
People look at things differently. They change how they live. Priorities
change.
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