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How to Do My Favourite Squat For Better Balance, Hip Mobility, and Leg Strength at Any Age

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Nov 26, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

One of the most effective ways of maximizing our longevity is to maintain optimal balance, leg strength, and hip mobility - this is a quick look at my favourite exercise that allows us to improve and maintain all three. Read more

 

Juggling and Balance Exercises

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 09, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

Here are some other balance exercises from our YouTube video library:

Variations of squats:
https://youtu.be/ISSnfN9Eulc

Purposeful movement for balance:
https://youtu.be/6DrRRS1H7UI

Deep squat for balance:
https://youtu.be/_r8i_T5Dr1M Read more

 

Gentle Bouncing Exercises for Lymphatic Health, Core Strength, and Better Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jun 02, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

Gently bouncing up and down while partially submerged under water is an excellent way of improving circulation throughout your body, maintaining muscle and bone strength, and promoting healthy circulation of lymph fluid through your lymphatic system - all are essential to supporting optimal immune system strength. Read more

 

Gentle Shoulder Roll To Improve Agility and Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jan 05, 2023
Balance & Agility Exercises

When you become comfortable with this sort of gentle rolling on a padded surface, your body becomes more capable of protecting itself in the event of an accidental fall. The idea is to condition your core and all of your major joints to allow for more fluid movement on the ground. Read more

 

Improve Balance, Core Stability, and Joint Position Sense

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Nov 13, 2022
Balance & Agility Exercises

The key to benefiting from this seemingly simple exercise is to stay on the balls of your feet throughout the entire movement, and to maintain core engagement. Staying on the balls of your feet is what will lead to improved balance and joint position sense. Read more

 

How To Improve Balance And Build Stronger Lower Extremities With A Slant Board

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Aug 01, 2022
Balance & Agility Exercises

A useful tool for building stronger and healthier lower extremities is a stable slant board.

Standing facing downhill, keep your core strong and upright with your arms in front of you and squat down as low as you comfortably can for multiple repetitions. Read more

 

Simple Exercises for Better Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Mar 15, 2022
Balance & Agility Exercises

It's important to note that any activity that requires that you maintain your balance - be it while on your feet, hands, pelvis, or a combination thereof - will develop your joint position sense, thereby strengthening your immunity against slips and falls. Read more

 

2 Exercises to Condition Soft Tissues Around Ankles For Improved Balance and Agility

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Aug 03, 2021
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

This routine is helpful in conditioning the soft tissues that surround your ankle joints, which is necessary for experiencing optimal balance and agility. Read more

 

Gentle Rolling and Deck Squats to Improve Spinal Mobility, Core Strength, and Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 24, 2021
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Balance & Agility Exercises

If your circumstances are such that tumbling on foam flooring isn't possible, I would suggest making use of a mattress or even a stack of gym mats that gives you about 6 to 8 inches of stable cushioning. Read more

 

2 Simple Exercises For Better Balance

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 30, 2020
Balance & Agility Exercises

Heel raises and toe raises work the posterior and anterior lower leg muscles and tendons. They also improve proprioception and balance. I suggest doing 1 to 3 sets of both, 10 to 20 repetitions per set. Read more

 

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