The ultimate mind/body workout, tai chi is simply slow, fluid, continuous movements through formalized postures of centuries-old Chinese Taoist martial arts. Also, people have described it as "meditation in motion". Due to the ever-growing demands of exercises that focus on strengthening the internal and our core essence, people around the world are embracing eastern-based activities, such as tai chi, qigong and yoga.
Though tai chi masters differ in instructional methods, the low-impact movements combined with meditation that can be performed anywhere, has shown that through continuous practice, its end-result benefits include enhanced balance, flexibility, digestion, concentration, memory and general physical/mental well-being. It is especially beneficial for the elderly and people with chronic disorders. Studies have shown that is benefits people with heart problems, arthritis, depression and anxiety, Parkinson's and even AIDS among others.
Tai chi postures take time to learn, and each movement has meaning centuries-old, such as Repulse the Monkey and Grasping the Sparrow's Tail. Pin Pin who speaks and writes fluent Chinese explains the meaning of these movements in detail as she demonstrates them. This is an important factor that sets her apart in her teaching style, as her infusion of the eastern philosophy and her western lifestyle make her classes extremely easy to grasp and fun for everyone.
Pin Pin also teaches qigong ( "chee gong") along with her tai chi as she believes they go hand in hand.
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