Type of Workout: Balance
Fitness Level: Beginner
Equipment Needed: Chair
Release Date: Unknown
This DVD contains 10 simple to perform exercises designed to help overcome some of the balance and strength problems that often occur with aging - and increase the risk of dangerous falls. These exercises can be done at home and are taught by Jennifer Beal, a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 25 years of experience helping seniors with balance and strength issues.Section one contains exercises to help with overall balance, strength and flexibilityCalf stretchHeel toe raisesMini squatsSide leg liftsSlow march and single leg stanceSection two contains exercises to help balance and correct the rounded posture that often comes with agingDoorway stretchShoulder blade squeezes and shoulder rollsSection three contains exercises to help balance by challenging legs and inner ear to respond to a smaller base of support as well as different surfacesStanding balanceEye focus drills