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TAI CHI

tobybears8
tobybears8 Posts: 83 Member
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I am 60 years old and need to lose 50 pounds, not very coordinated and was wondering if I could still do Tai Chi? Does it help lose weight? What are some good videos that are for the VERY beginner.

Thanks for your help

Jean.

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  • ShellyBell999
    ShellyBell999 Posts: 1,482 Member
    I think one can do anything they set their mind to.

    Might have to start out slow and modify a bit at first but, yes, go for it!!
    Can probably find videos by googling the subject and or youtube.com

    Good Luck!
  • tobybears8
    tobybears8 Posts: 83 Member
    Thanks for your help. I know I will have to go slow but it looks so relaxing and I think I would enjoy it.
  • PaytraB
    PaytraB Posts: 2,360 Member
    I take tai-chi through the Recreation Centre in my city. I highly recommend a class with a good instructor over a video, if you have that opportunity. There's a lot to learn about how to do the moves correctly; not just learning the moves themselves.
    Tai-chi is very relaxing once you've learned it (not so much while you're learning it; there's a lot to keep in mind). It will help with your flexibility and core muscles but probably not for weight loss. However, everything helps a little bit and tai-chi is fun.
    Go for it. It's worth it.
  • pyukich
    pyukich Posts: 2 Member
    I love Tai chi and learned first through exercise tapes, Scott Cole has a few that are wonderful and fun! Classes are good but can get expensive. Enjoy!
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