Tai Ji Chuan described the physiological functions of various human organs and systems as follows:
1. Tai Ji Chuan's influence on the nervous system: We know that human beings rely on the activities of the nervous system to adapt to and transform the external environment. When practicing Tai Ji Chuan, first of all, it is required to concentrate, "keep Dan" and not be distracted, that is, to "be calm". In this way, under the control of consciousness, people's thoughts are always focused on actions, excluding the interference of other thoughts in the brain, and focusing on commanding the functional changes and coordinated actions of various organs and systems in the whole body, thus improving the ability of the nervous system to be controlled by self-thoughts. Secondly, the practice movements need to be "integrated", from the eyes to the upper limbs, trunk and lower limbs, up and down, coherent and continuous. At the same time, because some movements are complex and need good control and balance ability, the brain is required to complete under intense activity, which also plays an indirect training role in the central nervous system, thus achieving the purpose of strengthening brain regulation. ?
2. Effects of Tai Ji Chuan on cardiovascular system and respiratory system;
As far as the composition of Tai Ji Chuan movements is concerned, it includes not only the activities of muscles and magnetic joints in each group, but also rhythmic breathing movements, especially diaphragm movements. Therefore, it can strengthen the circulation of blood and lymph and reduce congestion in the body. Muscle activity ensures venous blood return, and respiratory exercise also accelerates venous return. Tai Ji Chuan's stretching requires conscious adaptation to breathing and movements, which can better accelerate the circulation of blood and lymph. ?
3. The influence of Tai Ji Chuan on bone, muscle and joint activities;
Tai Ji Chuan's spiral arc action makes muscle groups and fibers in all parts of the body participate in activities. After repeated winding and twisting, you can stretch your muscles to a length that ordinary exercise can't reach. After years of twisting, the muscles are symmetrical and plump, flexible and elastic, and their contractility is increased. Due to the pulling effect of muscle contraction on bones and the strengthening of metabolism, the blood supply of bones is improved, the morphological structure and performance of bones have changed well, bones have become solid, and the performance of bones in bending, bending, compression and torsion has been improved, which is not easy to be deformed and deformed. ?
4. The effect of Tai Ji Chuan on substance metabolism in vivo;
According to relevant data, Tai Ji Chuan has a good metabolism of calcium and phosphorus in lipids, protein and inorganic salts. It has been reported that after 5-30 minutes of exercise, the cholesterol content in blood will decrease, while the protein content in blood will increase, so that the symptoms of arteriosclerosis will be greatly alleviated. ?
5. The influence of Tai Ji Chuan on digestive system;
Because the improvement of the activity ability of the nervous system can improve the functional activities of other systems, it can prevent and treat some digestive system diseases (disorders of movement, secretion and absorption) caused by nervous system dysfunction. In addition, respiratory exercise can mechanically stimulate the gastrointestinal tract and improve the blood circulation of the digestive tract. ?
To sum up, practicing Tai Ji Chuan is a coordinated movement of consciousness, movement and breathing at the same time, which requires "resisting movement with quietness" and "being quiet while moving" in line with physiological laws. From a medical point of view, it is a good health gymnastics.