Can Tai chi help in managing diabetes?

And though it doesn’t require the same strenuous output, tai chi has similar effects to other aerobic exercises when it comes to diabetic control, says Roberts. “It’s been found that tai chi improves aerobic capacity, which is what traditional exercises like walking or jogging improve,” she explains. “So it definitely has similar effects.” Because it’s low impact, it’s also appropriate to recommend to clients of any age or fitness level, adds Emily Gedney, RD, of EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition in Rhode Island. “One of the best things about tai chi is that anyone can do it,” she says.