1. It may help with reducing stress, though most evidence is anecdotal. 
2. Improves mood if you are depressed or anxious. 
3. Better sleep as it may leads to a more restful sleep.
4. Promotes weight loss.
5. Improves cognition in older adults with cognitive impairment. More specifically, it improves memory and executive functioning skills.
6. Reduces risk of falling in older adults by improving balance and motor function save and reducing fear of falling.
7. Improves fibromyalgia symptoms.
8. Improves COPD symptoms leading to improvements in ability to exercise and quality of life.
9. Improves balance and strength in people with Parkinson’s.
10. Safe for people with coronary heart disease.
11. Reduces pain from arthritis and improves mobility.

Tai chi emphasizes fluid movement and has roots in Chinese culture. Yoga focuses on posing and originated in Northern India.

Both tai chi and yoga are forms of exercise that involve meditation and deep breathing, and both bring benefits, such as stress relief and mood and s...