Workplace tai chi program improves musculoskeletal fitness and psychological well-being among female computer users.

May 11, 2010 by David Bendall · Leave a Comment

Researchers at York University in Toronto investigated the effects of a work based tai chi program on musculoskeletal fitness and psychological well-being among female computer users. Fifty-two female employees of the university participated in 12 week tai chi class which met twice a week for 50 minute over lunch hour. Participants were tested on a number of measures of fitness before and after the 12 week tai chi program including resting heart rate, blood pressure, and musculoskeletal fitness measures. There were significant positive results including reductions in resting heart rate, decreased waist circumference and improved hand grip strength. The researchers concluded that the tai chi program was effective in improving musculoskeletal fitness and psychological well-being among female computer users.

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