The practice of Tai Chi can be traced back thousands of years in China. It's a form of martial art that combines slow and fluid movements with deep breathing and meditation. Xia Ruixue visits a Tai Chi master in Henan Province, which has been widely recognised as the birthplace of Tai Chi.

Tai Chi is one of the oldest traditional martial art forms, which has been practiced in China for centuries.

But unlike other martial arts, strength is found in softness, and power is harnessed through gentle movements.

Every movement embodies a fundamental concept of Chinese philosophy – harmony.

Forty-four-year-old Chen Bin has been practicing Tai Chi for four decades.

He's known as a 12th-generation inheritor of what's known as Chen-style Tai Chi and a successor of national intangible cultural heritage in China.

CHEN BIN Tai Chi Master "Tai Chi is based on the principles of Yin and Yang, which are fundamental concepts in Chinese philosophy and culture. Yin and Yang are two opposing forces that exist in the universe and everything within it, and maintaining balance between them is crucial. You can see this philosophy reflected in each move of Tai Chi."

Tai Chi has often been thought of as an activity for the elderly in China.

But it's becoming more popular with young people who are seeking relief from the stresses of daily life.

And parents are enrolling children in Tai Chi classes and competitive events.

Chen Bin founded more than 100 Tai Chi schools worldwide, to carry on the tradition.

CHEN BIN Tai Chi Master "Tai Chi can enhance physical strength and promote good health for individuals, making it a highly beneficial practice. As an inheritor of this martial art, I believe it is my lifelong responsibility to pass it on for the benefit of others."

Tai Chi has also drawn international enthusiasts to China.

In 2020, UNESCO recognized Chinese Tai Chi as a form of intangible cultural heritage.

Chen Bin and his sister, another inheritor of Chen-style Tai Chi have traveled extensively across the globe, to share their knowledge and expertise on Tai Chi.

He says they will continue promoting the martial art form.

XIA RUIXUE Zhengzhou, Henan Province "When practicing Tai Chi, it's essential to maintain slower movement. For many it can be a journey of self-discovery, where the body, mind, and spirit come together in perfect harmony. Xia Ruixue, CGTN, Zhengzhou, Henan Province."