Dear Aaron Wiregand
Thanks for your compliment. I ran into your message quite accidentally
while researching about some details on Tai Chi, Aerobic and thought of
sharing some of my findings. I've read at
http://www.medical-health-care-information.com. The Chinese have
always maintained that inactivity is the major cause of illness. Thus,
they have developed numerous systems of medical gymnastics both to cure
as well as prevent disease. Of the many exercises they have devised,
they consider the martial art tai chi chuan to be the best.
Silver Tiger's classes include the following.
Intro Classes: These classes are designed for the novice practitioner.
If you have not taken Tai Chi or Qi Gong before, or had a brief
exposure to Tai Chi or Qi Gong in the past, these classes are for you.
An introduction class will teach you the basics of principles and
posture necessary for successful practice. Sessions are limited to six
week, one hour classes.
Intro to Qi Gong: Specifically limited to the study of Qi Gong. This
class is especially helpful for students who are looking to reduce
stress, control weight, or deal with injuries to the legs, back and
knees. Every class Master Ting teaches (from introduction through
advanced) begins with Qi Gong movements. They are a series of 15
stationary movements designed to improve balance, coordination and
flexibility in a slow, measured pace.
Intro to Tai Chi: This class begins with approx. 35 minutes of Qi Gong
movements and then proceeds into the very first part of the First
Section of the Tai Chi form. While Qi Gong involves repetitive,
stationary movements, Tai Chi involves a series of interconnected
movements forming one continuously flowing form. This class will
introduce you to the basics of posture, balance and coordination
combined with moving steps, about turns, and stepping. Sessions are
limited to six weeks; one hour classes.
There are many more classes from which to choose, ranging in levels
from first-time beginner to advanced.
Advantages of Tai Chi
Tai chi chuan has many distinct advantages over other types of
exercise. The biggest shortcoming of most systems of physical fitness
is that they service only part of the body. They concentrate on certain
muscles or muscle groups, while neglecting others entirely.
Another problem with isometrics is there is really no way to measure
the correct amount of exercise. Unlike calisthenics or weightlifting,
you cannot simply increase the number of repetitions and expect
results. Recent evidence has also found that isometric exercises render
joints more vulnerable to injuries.
Please keep in touch. I hope the above is of some help to you as well.
Regards, Payal
Tai Chi,Aerobic 
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