八段锦 Chinese guide to the eight steps to healthy living
China Daily八段锦 Chinese guide to the eight steps to healthy living At the Exhibition Hall of Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture in the Main Media Centre of the Asian Games, a woman practices baduanjin, a traditional Chinese form of aerobics, by following the images on the screen. Baduanjin, also known as Eight Pieces of Brocade, doesn't demand much space or time and uses special breathing and concentration techniques to improve both physical and mental well-being. Heath Benefits Regular practice of Baduanjin is believed to bring numerous health benefits, such as: 增强体质 zēnɡ qiánɡ tǐ zhì enhance physical fitness 改善睡眠 gǎi shàn shuì mián improve sleep 提高精神状态 tí ɡāo jīnɡ shén zhuànɡ tài improve mental state 缓解压力 huǎn jiě yā lì relieve stress NOTE The great advantage of Baduanjin lies in its accessibility. 第六式 - 6th posture Bending forward to touch the toes, this movement stretches the hamstrings, calves, and lower back, improving flexibility and relieving tension in the lumbar region.
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