For many able-bodied folks, balance can be taken for granted once you grow past the wobbly legs and skinned knees of childhood. But once you hit a certain age, finding balance (literally) isn’t always ...
Balance forms the cornerstone of physical independence, yet it often goes unnoticed until it begins to decline. As we age, our body’s balance systems – from muscular strength to inner ear function – ...
Six women in their 60s to 80s lunge side to side within a YMCA pool, essentially emulating falling and regaining balance. At times during the one-hour class, they also pad about, reaching for bobbing ...
Want to unlock the secret to better balance, stronger muscles and a brighter mood as you age? The answer might be right under you — your chair. Chair exercises for seniors can transform a simple seat ...
Seniors can significantly boost strength, stability, and independence with simple dumbbell exercises. Targeting key muscle ...
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio (WTVG) - Seniors struggling with balance issues is cause for them to reduce their daily activities, or suffer a fall, according to officials at the Wood County Committee on Aging. ...
Balance issues can pose a serious threat to individual health. When a person experiences issues with their balance, they may experience dizziness, lightheadedness and feel as if a room is spinning.
Janie Williams took her place in the front row at her weekly Balance Challenge class, beaming as if she couldn’t wait for the huffing and puffing to begin. Nearly an hour later, after twisting and ...