Objective To systematically summarize the evidence for the effects of martial arts on health
and fitness, to show the strengths of different types of martial arts, and to get a more …

Author Affiliation: Dean Medical Center Urgent Care, Madison, Wis; Assistant Clinical
Professor of Family Medicine, University of Wisconsin Department of Family Medicine …

Participation in organized sports is promoted as a means of increasing physical activity
levels and reducing chronic disease risk in adults. Hard martial arts practice (ie using body …

Abstract Tai Ji Quan, developed as a martial art, has traditionally served multiple purposes,
including self-defense, competition/performance, and health promotion. With respect to …

Abstract The Chinese martial arts (Kung Fu) have existed for centuries and are generally
accepted as being beneficial for health without much empirical data. The aim of this …

Background This evidence map describes the volume and focus of Tai Chi research
reporting health outcomes. Originally developed as a martial art, Tai Chi is typically taught …

Objective Mental health issues are of increasing public concern, however are often
untreated for a variety of reasons. While limited, the research examining the relationship …

Mind-body interventions or exercises may improve body function and health since nervous
system affects endocrine system and immune system while performing these mindbody (MB) …

As a popular exercise form, Tai Chi (TC) has been investigated to determine its contributions
to an active and healthy lifestyle. There are an increasing number of researchers who focus …

One of the manifestations of physical activity are martial arts. Modern research also
concerns the problem of treating martial arts not only as a means of self defence, sport or …