Tai chi is an ancient meditation practice that originated in China and has been used by millions of people to achieve greater health and well-being throughout the world.
  Many people prefer this as a form of exercise because the slow, methodical steps are at once relaxing and invigoration.
  This practice can be called meditation in motion, as the sequence of steps is designed to induce a state of contemplative relaxation and peace.
  The beauty of the practice is that it also can strengthen and lengthen the main muscles of the body, improve the health of one's skeletal structure, and also improve cognitive function.
In fact,  this practice has been used by Asian people for its spiritual benefits as much as for its physical and mental benefits.
  It  is used as a means of cultivating Qi, which is the invisible life force that permeates every single living being in existence  Qi can be manipulated in various ways in order to produce therapeutic effects, ranging from:

• improved sleep
• greater energy
• improved digestion
• more mental clarity
• elevated mood
• heightened sense of overall well-being
• better adaptability to stress

These are some of the main reasons this practice  has been practiced throughout the world and has stood the test of time.
The steps of tai chi can range from very basic sequences to incredibly elaborate.
  As with everything worth pursuing in life, it takes continued practice and effort, but many people do find this practice to offer very powerful benefits right away.
  The practice should have no side effects and is very safe as a daily practice.