Balance does get harder as the body ages and the lack of stabileness is not an inseparable part and parcel of the aging process. Good balance would guarantee that the seniors are autonomous, sure and secure about the daily activities, such as walking, using a stair case or getting out of the chair. Balance exercises (as easy as balancing with one foot, or one hand) will help to enhance muscle strength, coordinate, and the number of falls as in the elderly are very frequent. This is where the key of consistency lies and the movements which are safe and manageable should be selected. These eleven balance activities are not that complicated to train in the house, and these are aimed at strengthening, as well as training the general stability.
Standing on one foot
The exercise will lead to strengthening and focus of legs. In a needy body it is well to place on a chair and rest on a leg the second, until the body becomes accustomed to the practice of remaining stationary at all times to make any ordinary step.
Heel-to-toe walk
This would enable the individual to walk in straight line by pushing the heel of one of the feet against the toes of the other foot hence creating a more superior coordination. It makes the ankles tight also and makes the walking stable.
Sit-to-stand movement
Legs get tough through reading oneself without any noise. The legs are strengthened and thus one has better balance when standing or walking.
Side leg raises
It is the process when a person raises the leg towards the side and holds self to make hip muscles stronger. They are key muscles, which aid in the prevention of anti-lateral falls.
Back leg raises
The weakening of the upper body by bending the leg backward gives more strength to the lower body. This assists and promotes the stance and equilibrium in the standing or walking.
Weight shifting
The movement is done in one side and the other side by leading body consciousness. It makes the old person know how to recover balance when standing or turning.
Marching in place
Elevating one knee at a time will also come in handy when it comes to strengthening the legs in addition to enhancing coordination. It is also accumulative towards trust in movement control.
Toe raises
With the turning in the toes calves grow strong and firm. Slipping and instability on uneven surfaces can be prevented when tough ankle is used as it offers a better stability.
Heel raises
Balance and control of feet is propagated by lifting of the front of feet in a standing position. This has been leaning towards good walking.
Seated balance hold
Straight erect sitting position unsupported and holding the position makes use of core muscles. The major muscles also enhance stability in the normal daily living activities.
Turning practice
Slow and controlled turns will also be taken and hence loss of balance and dizziness will be prevented. The workout enhances the faith in turns.
