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your arm towards the number three, and This balance exercise for seniors improves
finally, point it behind you at the number 6. your physical coordination.
Bring your arm back to the number three, Stand with your feet together and arms at
and then to the number 12. Look straight your side next to a chair. Lift your left hand
ahead the whole time over your head. Then, slowly raise your
left foot off the floor. Hold that position for
Exercise 5: Back Leg Raises ten seconds. Repeat the same action on the
right side.
Exercise 7: Side Leg Raise
This strength training exercise for seniors
makes your bottom and your lower back
stronger.
Stand behind a chair. Slowly lift your right
leg straight back-don’t bend your knees or
point your toes. Hold that position for one
second, then gently bring your back down. You’ll need a chair for this exercise to
Repeat this ten to 15 times per leg. improve balance.
Stand behind the chair with your feet
Exercise 6: Single Limb Stance with Arm slightly apart. Slowly lift your right leg to
the side. Keep your back straight, your toe
facing forward, and stare straight ahead.
Lower your right leg slowly. Repeat this
exercise ten to 15 times per leg.
Exercise 8: Balancing Wand
This balance exercise for seniors can be
performed while seated. You’ll need a cane
or some kind of stick. A broomstick works
well for this – just remove the broom’s head
before you start.
Hold the bottom of the stick so that it’s flat
on the palm of your hand. The goal of this
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