Sep 15 2008
Senior Balance Exercise
According to the Center for Disease Control, each year 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 experience a fall. For far too many people, a fall means a broken hip or leg, which can mark the beginning of a slow decline in quality of life and an loss of independence.
Maybe you’ve noticed that your balance isn’t as good as it used to be, or maybe your balance is fine, and you’d like to keep it that way. You can prevent falls with simple balance exercises anytime and where!
Here is a balance exercise you can try today !
Walk Heel-to-Toe
Position the heel of one foot directly in front of the toes of your opposite foot. Alternate each time you take a step. You may need or want to use your arms to help balance you.