The effect of a simple traditional exercise programme (Baduanjin exercise) on sleep quality of older adults: A randomized controlled trial

Impact of a physical activity intervention on adolescents’ subjective sleep quality: a pilot study

“…These results are in line with intervention studies among adults (8,(27)(28)(29)(30), and they also strengthen the evidence that physical activity beneficially affects subjective sleep quality which has previously only been examined cross-sectionally among adolescents (5,6).…”

Efficacy of Ba Duan Jin in Improving Balance: A Study in Chinese Community-Dwelling Older Adults

“…Several studies have shown that Ba Duan Jin exercise can prevent bone loss and improve the quality of life for middle-aged women (Chen, Yeh, & Lee, 2006;Hsu et al, 2008). Ba Duan Jin has been shown to enhance sleep quality in older adults (Chen, Liu, Huang, & Chiou, 2012), as well as alleviate symptoms of knee osteoarthritis . Systematic reviews have shown Ba Duan Jin can decrease plasma total cholesterol, triglycerides, and low-density lipoprotein-C levels and increase plasma highdensity lipoprotein-C levels (Mei et al, 2012).…”

Effect of Baduanjin exercise for hypertension: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

“…Unlike Tai Chi, Baduanjin exercise is characterized by simple, slow, relaxing movements, which is composed of 8 set of actions including support heaven with both hands, dragon sprays water with force, big bird spreads its wings, lift window to look at the moon on the left, descend to earth with force, beautiful maiden twists her waist to the right, extend shoulders to bring hands together, and dragon claws to the left [9]. In China, it has been widely practiced for the treatment of various conditions, including hyperlipidemia [12], ischemic stroke [13], sleep disturbances [14], knee osteoarthritis [15], bone loss [16], and oxidative stress [17], due to its promotion of good health [18], ease of learning, low physical demand [19], and gentle nature compared to intense exercise [20]. Furthermore, the Chinese Health Qigong Association recommends Baduanjin for generalized application in the community.…”