Position one foot directly in front of the other with your front heel against your back toes, like you’re about to walk on a ...

When the calendar pages turn past the half-century mark, the body begins whispering new messages about balance and stability. Falls become more than just embarrassing moments—they transform into ...

My wife and I were in the grocery store recently when we noticed an older woman reaching above her head for some produce. As she stretched out her hand, she lost her balance and began falling forward.

Aging doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Mobility experts say the moves you practice in midlife can determine how strong, ...

Preventing falls is important for seniors because it reduces the risk of hip fractures, head injuries, and the need to use assistive devices like canes or walkers. In addition to balance exercises, ...

Stay strong and steady with Walk With Ease, a free ISU program helping Story County seniors build balance and confidence.

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 – ...

Fitness specialists agree: ditch long workouts and machines. These standing movements build strength, balance, and confidence ...

WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, Ohio -- Fitness trainer Carl Harmon wants his older adult clients equipped with exercises they can do at home, or anywhere, that will help them maintain their balance and prevent ...

Seniors should practice balance exercises to prevent falls, improve mobility, and strengthen their lower body. Preventing falls is important for seniors because it reduces the risk of hip fractures, ...

In America, falls are the leading cause of injuries amongst seniors, leading to over three million emergency room visits each year. Fortunately, there are easy balance exercises and preventative ...