Goodbalancemeans maintaining agility, physical fitness, and an independent lifestyle as you age.
In fact,more than 14 million older adultsexperience falls each year.
Preserving and building on your balance promotes overall health and longevity.
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Engaging in backward walking for three minutes each day can help preserve your balance.
“Doing this one to two times weekly will greatly improve your balance.”
“Some great, common core strengthening exercises include a plank and sit-ups.
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Another exercise that can work both your core and your legs includes a wall sit,” Olsen suggests.
All you need are a solid pair ofwalking shoesand a good route, and you’re set to go!
“Gone are the times when professionals recommended 10,000 steps every day.
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“That can be three to five 10-minute walks a day.
The speed doesn’t matter; it’s just the count of the steps.
“Doing this for three minutes a day is a great way to improve your balance.”
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