Balance Your Way to Better Equilibrium and Stability While Reducing Risk of Falling: Easy Exercises and Simple Poses for Seniors
Illustration by by Marcel Kollmar (wikimedia commons) Introduction Balance training is an important part of an ageing fitness routine. As we get older, it becomes easier to lose our balance and suffer falls. Exercises that strategically challenge and improve our sense of equilibrium can help seniors stay mobile and independent. In this article, we will explore several simple yet effective balance exercises that can be done at home or during daily activities. From one-legged stands to heel-toe walks, strengthening the smaller stabilising muscles will enhance our ability to recover from shifts in weight and posture. Combined with flexibility and lower body work, a regular balance training program can potentially reduce fall risk and keep seniors safely on their feet. Improving Balance with Exercises Improving balance is especially important as we age, since it can help prevent falls and improve overall mobility. Core muscles, which will be mentioned from time to time. They in...