Best Balance Exercise Practices
Standing On One Foot
· Stand on one foot behind a sturdy chair, gripping for balance.
· Hold for 10 seconds
· Repeat 10 times
· Repeat 10 times with opposite leg
· Repeat 15 times with both legs
Walking Heel to Toe
· Position heel of one foot in front of toes of other foot. Your heel and toes should be touching or almost
touching
· Select a spot ahead of you, focusing on it to keep you steady as you walk
· Step forward. Place your heel just in front of your other foot.
· Repeat this for 20 steps
Balance Walk
· Raise your arms to your sides at shoulder height
· Again, Select a spot ahead of you, and remain focused on it to keep you steady while walking
· Walk in a B-line with one foot ahead of the other
· As you walk, lift your back leg and count to 1 before stepping
· Alternate legs and repeat for 20 steps
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