Effect of “tai Chi” Exercise on Antioxidant Enzymes Activities and Immunity Function in Middle-aged Participants
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BACKGROUND "Tai Chi" is a useful exercise that increases physical strength and relax the mind. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study investigates effect of "tai chi" exercise on antioxidant enzymes activities and immunity function in participants. These participants were randomly divided into two groups: "tai chi" exercise group (n=25) and control group (n=25). The participants in the "tai chi" group performed "tai chi" exercise for 1 h every day. The participants in the control group didn't perform "tai chi". The exercise lasts for half a year. RESULTS "tai chi" exercise increased antioxidant enzymes activities and improve immunity function in participants. CONCLUSION "tai chi" exercise is useful for health-keep of participants.
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