Tai Chi walking is one way of applying those principles to walking, making it particularly interesting for older adults and anyone looking for a low-impact activity. Tai Chi walking comes from the broader practice of Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art that is now widely practised as a gentle mind-body exercise. How is Tai Chi walking different from regular walking? How to start Tai Chi walkingIf you are trying it for the first time, start slowly and keep the session short. Tai Chi walking is not about counting how many steps you can finish or how quickly you can complete them.