Body Workout Plan

People, as they become older, experience problems such as falling and impaired ability to move and this leads to major concern for them. Fortunately, a program of balance workouts can be effective towards the problem of declining stability.

People who were healthy and as old as 90 participated in a study, and their inclination to fall was reduced by half when using these trainings. Balance conditioning is an important contributor to coordination and one’s strength in mobility. Ironically, this is an overlooked aspect of many athletes in their training programs. Studies have shown the probability of re-injury increases for an athlete, once injured.

There is a stronger connection to failure of rehab programs to include a balance training component. Fortunately today, the development of kinesthetic body awareness is an important component of injury rehabilitation. This is defined as the body finding its right alignment for the injured joint.

The use of various balance exercises helps the body to restore its coordination, strength, agility, and endurance, as well as, joint and muscle functions. The lack of balance training leads to instability of functions and increased risks of injury. Some suggested exercises include: one-legged stance, upper body and one legged stance, 2″x4″ training, exercise ball, and wobble boards.

These will greatly benefit one’s balance training. The one legged stance is done standing upright on one foot for 30 seconds, on each side. Until your balance improves, have something to keep you from wavering. Close your eyes when you are able to balance without wobbling. The upper body and one legged stance is done by performing upper body exercises on one leg. Two by four training is using 2″x4″ lumber t walk on, as if on a tightrope, next do it on your toes, and then backwards. Various exercises are possible with the wood.

The exercise ball provides an unstable surface while exercising, thus causing your stabilizing muscles to work harder. Most exercises that are done while sitting or lying down can be used on the ball. The wobble boards vary in degrees of advancement. Attempt to balance on one or two legs while trying to maintain posture.

Another great option for balance is Pilates.  One of our highest recommended Pilates machines is Stamina AeroPilates.  Check out Stamina AeroPilates review.