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However, finding the right space or time to practice tai chi can be tricky while traveling. Hotel rooms can feel cramped, and outdoor spaces aren’t always available. If you’re new to tai chi, trying to follow along with virtual lessons may feel isolating compared to in-person instruction. But for seasoned practitioners, tai chi’s flow can be done anytime, anywhere.
Perhaps rolling around and being up close and personal isn’t your thing. Well, then welcome to jiu-jitsu drills and conditioning. Solo drills and exercises like shrimping, bridgework, or guard recovery movements can still provide a full-body workout and maintain techniques essential for strength and endurance. One underrated tool is a grappling dummy, which can be made from a gi, pillows and towels.