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Table 3 Overviews of subthemes and themes

From: Subjective perceived impact of Tai Chi training on physical and mental health among community older adults at risk for ischemic stroke: a qualitative study

Subthemes

Themes

Feeling comfortable and relaxed and Relieving pain

Improve physical health

Enhancing digestion

Strengthening immunity

Enhancing energy

Alleviating breathless

Improving sleep quality

Improving mood and reducing anxiety

Enhancing mental and emotional state

Improving concentration

Promoting interpersonal relationship

Easily arousing interest

Conforming with the request of the elderly people

Appropriate amount of exercise

Quick warm-up

Less limitation on exercise place