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Traditional Chinese physical activities, which were previously popular mainly among middle-aged and elderly people, are now winning the hearts of young people, enriching the ways of staying fit, reports People's Daily.
Jiang Xi has been posting videos of her Baduanjin qigong practice on social media for three years now. Her simple style and natural delivery have attracted thousands of followers.
Baduanjin, which has a history of more than eight centuries, was traditionally practiced by older people. However, in recent years, this and other traditional practices have increasingly attracted younger people. An instructional video posted by the State Administration of Physical Culture and Sports of China on the Bilibili platform has received over 10 million views. The search term “5-minute Baduanjin for the office” has become especially popular among young users.
"Baduanjin does not require a special room, is easy to learn and is highly effective, so it has become a new favorite among young people. It is not just a physical activity, but a way of life that allows you to focus on yourself and cultivate your character," says Jiang Xi.
The martial art of Tai Chi Chuan has also long ceased to be the exclusive preserve of the elderly – it is attracting more and more students. Young people can increasingly be seen practicing this practice on sports grounds and in parks.
The Peking University campus offers a variety of tai chi courses, clubs, and competitions. In particular, classes taught by Chai Yunlong, a world champion in wushu, are extremely popular. “Tai chi not only strengthens the body of young people, but also helps regulate emotions, calms and nourishes the heart,” says the teacher.
According to the Healthy China 2030 program, the government supports the popularization of tai chi, qigong and other traditional forms of physical activity. Today, these practices are included in the school curriculum, helping more and more people not only to strengthen their bodies, but also to become familiar with traditional Chinese culture.
(Editor: Yang Qian, Deng Jie)
