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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