Introduction To Balance Exercises 3 Balance Exercises 3. Maintaining good balance is a fundamental aspect of senior well-being. As we age, changes in muscle strength and flexibility can impact our stability, increasing the risk of life-threatening falls. Also, many falls happen in the home, especially after waking up. However, the good news is that balance can […]
What Is Arthritis? The Best Exercises for Arthritis. Arthritis refers to joint inflammation or degeneration. The condition can lead to swelling, pain, and stiffness of the affected joints or joint structures, like ligaments or tendons. And a person may also find it challenging to move the joints where arthritis is located. National Institute of Arthritis and […]
Introduction to Improving Your Balance Improving Your Balance. We recently covered walking and how to walk with the head upright. And the position of the foot for each step. But now let’s work on improving our balance. Here, balance problems are a common reason why many older adults fall and are seriously injured. Others may […]
Introduction Balance Exercise for Seniors Balance Exercise for Seniors. Even for older adults who are physically active and fit, there comes a time when their balance begins to diminish. And it’s a natural part of ageing. But a wide variety of strength and balance exercises for seniors can help you maintain your balance. Also, not […]
Introduction Core Strength Exercises. The core is the central link between your upper and lower body, but it isn’t just your abdominal muscles. It’s also your lower- and mid-back muscles, and those in the hips, pelvis and glutes. The benefits of having a strong core can’t be overstated: you’ll be able to play sport without […]
Introduction Balance Exercises 2. Balance exercises can help build strength and improve posture, stability, and coordination. Also, these benefits can reduce your chance of falling or bumping into things and causing an injury. furthermore, you may not bounce back as quickly from an injury if you do have a fall. So then, it’s best to take […]
Introduction to Abdominal Exercises Abdominal Exercises 3. Muscular abs are essential for all ages, especially seniors. As the body’s centre, the core (abs, obliques and lower back muscles) helps stabilise the body. And which will enhance balance, mobility and functionality. As you are aware musculature declines with age. So then, weakened abdominal muscles can make […]
Introduction Balance Exercises Exercises That Help Improve Balance. Most of us rarely think about the importance of our body’s ability to maintain balance. But, as we age, the key to avoiding falls and subsequent injury, is by focusing on improving our static (stationary). And also dynamic (moving) balance skills. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that falls […]
What Muscles Will You Be Targeting Lower Body Strength. To stretch and strengthen your hips, you’ll want to target: The gluteus maximus, the main extensor muscle of the hip And gluteus medius, the main muscle on the side of the hip Lower Body Strength. Essentially, you’ll be strengthening and stretching the back and sides of the hips. […]
Falls In The USA Do You Worry About Falling? Falls are common and costly, especially among Americans age 65 and older. But falls are preventable and do not have to be an inevitable part of ageing. Every second of every day, an older adult (age 65+) suffers a fall in the U.S.—making falls the leading […]