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[For Seniors] Balance-Training Exercises: Preventing Falls

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As balance decreases with age, the risk of falls increases and daily life can be affected.

However, by consistently doing appropriate balance training, you can improve your body’s stability and prevent falls!

This time, we’ll introduce balance-training exercises that older adults can do without strain.

From simple chair-based movements to standing exercises, we’ll show safe methods you can practice with confidence.

Make them part of your daily routine and aim for a body that moves with ease and peace of mind!

[For Older Adults] Balance Training to Improve Stability: Fall Prevention (41–50)

Kneeling balance practice

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Kneeling balance practice

In our usual way of standing, we might hold onto something, but we rarely pay attention to the finer details.

This exercise intentionally makes your stance unstable so you can become aware of the muscles you use when standing and improve your balance.

Slowly move into a kneeling position, and from an upright kneel, shift your weight to one side at a time while paying attention to which muscles you’re engaging.

Since kneeling and maintaining balance can be difficult, use a chair for support or try other methods that make it easier as you go.

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Toe training

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Toe training

To help older adults stay healthy for as long as possible, it’s important to maintain balance function.

Walking is healthy, but it also carries a risk of falls.

For those who feel uneasy about that, we recommend toe exercises to train balance.

In fact, strengthening the toes can improve stability while walking and standing.

It can also help with foot problems such as hallux valgus (bunions) and floating toes, and may make your feet less prone to fatigue.

These exercises are easy to do while seated, so they’re suitable for any older adult.

Plus, you can enjoy fun activities like rock-paper-scissors with your toes, which can also help improve communication among seniors.

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leg swing exercise

Just swinging your legs 10 times cuts the risk of becoming bedridden by half compared to a 10,000-step walk!

leg swing exercise

Leg-swing exercises are easy to do while standing or sitting, so they’re highly recommended.

They’re important for strengthening the lower body and improving balance.

In particular, they help older adults prevent falls and walk more steadily, so it’s best to make them a daily habit.

In fact, just swinging your legs 10 times can cut the risk of becoming bedridden by half—more than even walking 10,000 steps.

You can do this exercise either standing or lying down, so older adults can continue without strain.

It’s a relaxing activity you can enjoy while watching TV, making it suitable for just about anyone.

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Neck strength training

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Neck strength training

They say the head weighs more than 5 kilograms.

Your neck supports that heavy head every day, and when it can no longer keep up, you start to develop a hunched posture.

Being hunched also means your balance is off.

That can lead to falls, so let’s strengthen the neck muscles through training to better support the head.

Place both hands on a chair and lift and lower your head.

Then, in the same position, turn your neck to the side and to the back.

Move your neck slowly and adjust the number of repetitions to match the pace of older adults.

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In conclusion

By training your balance, you can reduce the risk of falls and go about your daily life with confidence.

It’s important to continue within a comfortable range, so try to work at your own pace little by little.

Keep exercising with enjoyment and savor healthy days!