Calisthenics or weightlifting also emphasize only on the individual muscles although they provide a wide range of motion to the muscles unlike Isometric exercises. All these exercises do not improve your overall physique. Only Tai chi helps building your physique totally.

It is best to learn Tai Chi from an instructor rather than by following a book. If you are unable to locate an instructor, a Tai Chi video is another option. However books and videos are best used as complementary sources of information to supplement what you have learned in a Tai Chi class.

Tai Chi is a form of Meditation that helps us understand our real ego and boost our self control. It helps us deal with the people around us more effectively. Tai Chi depends on natural movements derived from our innate strength, the exercise depends on breathing and repetitive movements to defend and gain more control about ourselves.

Tai chi originated in china 700 years ago in China as a martial art by legendary founder 'Chang san fang' inspired by a battle between a snake and a crane ,so he created a self defense system based on the power flow and flexibility not on physical force.