Introduction: East meets West at Harvard medical school
pt. 1. Tai chi and its essential elements
The ancient promise of, and modern need for, tai chi
The eight active ingredients of tai chi
Put the principles into practice: a simplified tai chi protocol
pt. 2. Proof of the promise: tai chi through the lens of modern science
Improve your balance and bones
Ease your aches and pains
Deepen and enrich your breathing
Enhance psychological well being and sleep quality
pt. 3. Integrating tai chi into everyday life
Lifelong learning with tai chi
Afterword: Tai chi and 21st century medicine.
