These are exercises that I am using to improve my balance. I practice several times a day. The goal of the exercises is to improve my overall body proprioception and balance, as well as strength in my legs. Balancing will also improve core body strength.
The exercises increase in difficulty as balance improves. Hold onto something if necessary to maintain balance. I have used holding onto a chair, touching a wall, holding onto a low hanging tree branch, touching my foot on a step, and holding a broom handle.
With my eyes closed I am still mostly working on Level 1 and 2, but raising my leg higher. With my eyes open I am working on improving at Level 3 and 4 and adding in more time at Level 5 exercises.
I am ready to begin adding in some Level 6 exercises.
Level 6: Stand on a soft surface like a foam pillow or balance cushion with both feet starting with exercises from Level 1.
– Keep practicing and advancing in difficulty repeating all the levels till you are standing on one foot with your eyes closed and able to move your foot in all directions.
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