Characteristics of elderly tai chi practitioners (TC group), swimmers/runners (S/R group), and sedentary controls (Control group)
| Group | Age (years) | Height (cm) | Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Values are mean (SD). | |||
| M, male; F, female. | |||
| TC (n = 21, 12M, 9F) | 66.1 (5.2) | 163.6 (7.9) | 64.8 (9.9) |
| S/R (n = 20, 12M, 8F) | 65.4 (3.0) | 164.1 (8.6) | 66.5 (12.4) |
| Control (n = 27, 15M, 12F) | 65.6 (3.9) | 163.9 (7.8) | 68.5 (10.9) |