Cognitive function includes things like memory, mental flexibility and pretty much any action that allows you to function on a day-to-day basis.
What’s more, you can start seeing an improvement in these brain areas just after 12 weeks of practicing Tai Chi.
All you have to do is three hours of the exercise per week to reap these benefits, according to the podcast guest.
If that’s not enough to convince you to give it a go, Dr Siu shared that research also found actual changes in the brain after practising this gentle movement.