The Effect of Taijiquan Exercise Pattern on the Exercise Commitment and Behavior of Elderly Taijiquan Exerciser

Abstract

This controlled experiment aimed to assess the effects of a Taijiquan exercise pattern on exercise commitment and behavior among elderly Taijiquan practitioners. Participants (N=40) from Jiaozuo city, China, were divided into an experimental group (N1=20) and a control group (N2=20). Demographic information was collected, and participants completed the experiment, including measures of the Taijiquan Exercise Commitment Scale (TECS). Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. No significant differences in Taijiquan exercise behavior and commitment were observed between the experimental and control groups before the experiment. However, after the 12-week intervention, significant differences in exercise behavior and commitment were found between the two groups. The control group showed no significant changes, while the experimental group exhibited noteworthy improvements in both exercise behavior and commitment. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of the Taijiquan exercise pattern in enhancing exercise commitment and behavior among elderly practitioners. The results support the use of the Taijiquan Exercise Pattern (TEP) to improve exercise engagement in this population. Incorporating TEP into tailored exercise programs for elderly Taijiquan practitioners may yield substantial benefits. Further research and long-term follow-ups are necessary to explore the sustained effects of TEP on exercise commitment and behavior in this demographic.