How Can Seniors Improve Their Balance? 5 Simple Ways to Stay Steady
You probably don’t think much about balance when you get out of bed, walk to the kitchen, step off a curb, or reach into a cabinet.
Until, suddenly, you do.
Balance plays a role in many of the movements we make every day. As we get older, changes in vision, hearing, reflexes, muscle strength, medications, and certain health conditions can all affect how steady we feel.
So, how can seniors improve their balance? Regular movement, strength-building activities, and balance exercises can all help support physical function and reduce the risk of falls. In fact, the CDC recommends that adults 65 and older include activities that improve balance as part of their weekly physical activity.
