The ancient practice involves physical activity, balance, and mindfulness, but whether it’s a workout may depend on the style you do and your fitness level. Practicing tai chi can yield many benefits ...

Today, you probably know of tai chi more for the slow, hypnotic movements and its potential for preventing falls in older ...

Watching a group of people doing tai chi, an exercise often called “meditation in motion,” it may be hard to imagine that its slow, gentle, choreographed movements could actually make people stronger.

Aerobic exercise is known to help the heart and the cardiovascular system. But now a new study finds that the exercise of tai chi may be a better option for people looking to lower their blood ...

Markham Heid is a contributor at TIME. He is the author of The Habit Trap, due out in early 2027. Photo-illustration by Bethan Mooney for TIME You’ve probably seen groups of people practicing tai chi ...

Tai chi is a form of martial arts rooted in ancient Chinese medicine. It is a gentle exercise involving slow movements, deep breaths, and a meditative state. Tai chi has many potential physical and ...