Changes in muscle strength, endurance, and reaction of the lower extremities with Tai Chi intervention


Author: Li JX, Xu DQ, Hong Y.(


Conference/Journal: Journal of Biomechanics
Date published: 2009
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 Volume ID: 42   ,  Pages: 967-971   ,  Word Count: 48  
    METHODS:  The TC group underwent a supervised TC exercise program for 16 weeks, while the control group received general education for a comparable time period. RESULTS: After 16 weeks, the TC group showed a 20% increase in muscle strength of the knee flexors and a significant decrease in semitendinosus muscle latency.