Tai chi has many health benefits. It improves flexibility, reduces stress and can help lower blood pressure. Ruth Jenkinson/Getty Images/Science Photo Library hide caption toggle caption Ruth Jenkinson/Getty Images/Science Photo Library Shots - Health News Tai chi reduces blood pressure better than aerobic exercise, study finds February 14, 2024 The slow-moving Chinese martial art tai chi is known to increase flexibility and balance. Now, research suggests it's more effective at reducing blood pressure than more vigorous forms of exercise. Tai chi reduces blood pressure better than aerobic exercise, study finds Listen · 7:01 7:01 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1231232197/1231438499" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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