Question

The concept central to ________ is to promote the flow of life energy throughout the body.

Answer 1

T'ai chi

The concept central to t'ai chi is to promote the flow of life energy throughout the body.  

T'ai chi is a form of gentle, mind-body exercise that combines breathing, slow movements, and various cognitive components. T'ai chi is an ancient martial art that was developed in China some years ago. T'ai chi helps to improve balance and muscular strength, and also cognitive function and memory. It is also believed to promote an individual’s physical and emotional well-being.

Answer 2

Answer:

t'ai chi

Explanation:

T'ai chi is a Taoist-oriented internal Chinese (nei jia) martial art that combines ancient bodily exercises known as chi kung and tao yin that involve breathing, concentrating, and the precepts of traditional Chinese medicine. The central concept of T'ai chi is to promote the flow of life energy throughout the body.

The term T'ai chi can be translated as "supreme ridge hand combat technique" or "supreme ridge boxing".