태극권과 태권도의 건강증진 효과: 서술적 리뷰 = Health Promotion Effects of Tai Chi and Taekwondo: A Narrative Review

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study compared the health promotion effects of Tai Chi and Taekwondo across six indicators: balance, muscle strength, cardiorespiratory fitness, cognitive function, mental health, and chronic disease management. A narrative review of 24 studies (16 on Tai Chi, 8 on Taekwondo) from five databases revealed distinct benefits. Tai Chi was effective for fall prevention and balance in older adults and Parkinson's patients, while Taekwondo excelled in dynamic balance. Tai Chi improved lower-limb strength and cognitive maintenance in older adults, whereas Taekwondo enhanced whole-body strength and self-regulation in children and adolescents. For mental health, Tai Chi reduced depression, anxiety, and stress, while Taekwondo improved self-esteem and sociability. Tai Chi showed broader evidence for chronic disease management. Conclusions suggest complementary roles: Tai Chi suits older adults and chronic disease populations as a low-intensity option, while Taekwondo suits children, adolescents, and healthy adults as a moderate-to-high intensity option.