Seniors: Simple Exercise to Improve Balance. #healthandwellnessforseniors @balancebuilderz

Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Simple exercise for anyone to improve balance. This reactive balance exercise involves stepping on and off a mat to challenge your balance safely. Highly effective at improving balance. By Doug Weiss, DPT, a physical therapist with 30 years of experience.
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Sources and resources for this video: Exercise to prevent falls in older adults: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27707740

Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always check with your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.

Seniors: Simple Exercise to Improve Balance. #healthandwellnessforseniors

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