Tai chi
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Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art. Initially developed for combat and self-defense, it has evolved into a sport and form of exercise. Tai chi is a gentle, low-impact form of exercise in which practitioners perform a series of deliberate, flowing motions while focusing on deep, slow breaths. Often referred to as "meditation in motion," tai chi aims to concentrate and balance the body's qi (vital energy), providing benefits to mental and physical health.[1]
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Also known as | See etymology |
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Focus | Taoism |
Hardness | Forms:
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Country of origin | China |
Date of formation | Daoyin |
Creator | Chen Wangting or Zhang Sanfeng |
Famous practitioners | |
Olympic sport | Demonstration sport |
Tai chi | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Traditional Chinese | 太極拳 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Simplified Chinese | 太极拳 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Literal meaning | "Taiji Boxing" | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Many forms of tai chi are practiced, both traditional and modern. While the precise origins are not known, the earliest documented practice is from Chen Village, Henan. Most modern styles trace their development to the five traditional schools: Chen, Yang, Wu (Hao), Wu, and Sun. Practitioners such as Yang Chengfu and Sun Lutang in the early 20th century promoted the art for its health benefits.[2] Tai chi was included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2020.[3]