Because of Tai Chi's emphasis on correct form and feeling each movement, it is practiced very slowly and gently. Completely non-impact, yet involving the entire body, Tai Chi promotes strength, stamina, and flexibility, while tempering the joints of practitioners. Because the whole body moves as one, Tai Chi cultivates the link between mind and body, enhancing balance and coordination.
Practitioners develop confident ease of movement.
The Taoists felt that stagnation was the cause of disease and aging. Nature moves unceasingly, and movement prevents stagnation. There is a very large misconception about Tai Chi Chuan and how and why it works. Contrary to popular belief as a result of the various publications, Tai Chi was not originally developed for health, or pure exercise. It is this circulation of the chi that prevents or mitigates disease and debility.