What is Ai Chi?

Ai Chi is an aquatic exercise format inspired by tai chi and qigong. Ai Chi is a wonderful choice if you are looking for a recovery or restorative aquatic exercise format. Also, it is a great addition to a warm-up or cool-down portion of an aquatic exercise program.

The three principles of Ai Chi:

1. deep diaphragmatic breathing

2. concentration on form and body awareness

3. acceptance that “how it turns out is the way it’s meant to be”

For guidance in Ai Chi contact a certified instructor Julie@SeniorFit.health.

References

Hildenbrand, K., et al. 2010. Age-dependent autonomic changes following immersion in cool, neutral, and warm temperatures. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 4 (2), 127–46.

Naumann, J., et al. 2016. Outcomes from a three-arm randomized controlled trial of frequent immersion in thermoneutral water on cardiovascular risk factors. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 16 (250).