Biomechanics of Tai Chi: a review.
Tai Chi Chuan is a favourite form of exercise throughout the world and has drawn increasing research interest from international scientists. Biomechanical research into Tai Chi has grown substantially and has provided evidence of the beneficial effects of Tai Chi exercise on health, fitness, and prevention of falls. This paper reviews studies that have explored the biomechanical aspects of Tai Chi, such as balance, kinematics, kinetics, strength, and neuromuscular activities.
Hong
Youlian
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Department of Sports Science and Physical Education, Faculty of Education, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. youlianhong@cuhk.edu.hk
Li
Jing Xian
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D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena / Q000379:methods*; D015444:Exercise / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D007596:Joints / Q000502:physiology*; D016139:Martial Arts / Q000502:physiology; D008954:Models, Biological; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000502:physiology*; D005082:Physical Exertion / Q000502:physiology*; D026302:Tai Ji / Q000379:methods*