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Step 1
Understand that because every person is different, Tai Chi may not have any effect on your blood pressure, just as not every medication will be the best choice. However, many people have experienced lower blood pressure because of performing Tai Chi exercises, and it's likely that you will as well.
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Step 2
Visit a Tai Chi class, purchase an instructional video or buy a book about Tai Chi. Learn how to do the exercises properly to receive maximum benefit.
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Step 3
Practice proper breathing while performing Tai Chi exercises. When you breathe in during a movement in which you pull your hands apart or step forward, think of taking life energy into your body with the oxygen. When you bring your hands back together, breathe out and imagine you are releasing the energy again. Breathe in when raising arms or standing up, and breathe out when lowering arms or sitting down.
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Step 4
Remember that when you breathe, your abdomen should move and your chest and shoulders shouldn't. If your chest and shoulders move when you breathe, practice breathing with one hand on your chest and the other on your belly. Make the hand on your belly move when you breathe.
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Step 5
Do Tai Chi exercises as often as you feel comfortable. Some people do Tai Chi daily for an hour or more each time. Let your body be your guide, and only do Tai Chi when you aren't tired and can relax and enjoy the movements.
