The effects of transient Tai Chi Yuttari-exercises on the oxidant stress and antioxidant capacity in the elderly

Abstract

【Purpose】The Tai Chi Yuttari exercise program consists of calisthenics that incorporate elements of Tai Chi and was developed to allow frail elderly individuals to perform the exercise program continuously and safely. Continuous practice of Tai Chi Yuttari exercise has been shown to improve the vascular function;however, the mechanism underlying these improvements is not clear. We evaluated the oxidant stress and antioxidant capacity of elderly people before and after Tai Chi Yuttari exercise to obtain basic data on the effects of transient exercise on the oxidant stress and antioxidant capacity.