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Balance exercises for adults 60+
A safe balance and leg-strength routine with a 4-week tracker.
Based on the article: Exercise after 60: strength, balance and fall prevention
Balance exercises for adults 60+
3 times a week, next to a sturdy chair
- Sit-to-stand without using your hands: 8–10
- Heel raises: 10–15
- Single-leg stand holding a chair: 10–20 sec each side
- Heel-to-toe walk along a wall: 10 steps
- Side leg raises: 10 each side
- Marching in place with high knees: 1 min
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Exercise in supportive shoes on a non-slip floor. Stop if you feel dizzy. Fall-prevention resources: cdc.gov/steadi.