Balance Exercises

Including balance exercises in your routine is an important part of improving your stability when walking and preventing falls.

Whether you're reinitiating exercise or starting fresh, these exercises are designed to improve balance and help you move around.

Create a Safe Environment

To ensure your safety, consider performing balance exercises near a stable chair or surface (such as a kitchen worktop) just in case you need support. Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement, and have a bottle of water within reach to stay hydrated during your workout.

Gradual Progression

If it's been a while since you last exercised, don't worry. These balance exercises are suited for beginners. Begin with a comfortable number of repetitions for each exercise, and gradually increase them over time. Patience and consistency will help you make steady progress.

To get the most out of exercise, aim to do it regularly and make it part of your daily routine. ‘Little and often’ may be the best approach to start with. You can increase or decrease the amount or frequency, depending on how you feel – listen to your body.

Video Resources

Move it or Lose it - Improve your balance in 5 minutes

Move it or Lose it - Improve your balance

Move it or Lose it - Improve your balance routine

Move it or Lose it - Walk the plank

Move it or Lose it - Coordination improver

We Are Undefeatable - Balance With Sandra

Links and Resources

NHS: Balance Exercises

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