08 May in-line Balance – Half Kneeling
HOW: Get set up in a half kneeling position, but have your foot and knee that is supported on the ground positioned in-line with one another. While rooting your body into the ground, maintain balance and the position for the time instructed. FEEL: This...
11 Apr Single Leg RDL – Pallof Press
HOW: Get a band anchored between waist and shoulder height. Hold onto the band so it is directly to the side of you, your torso should be perpendicular to the band. Balance on one foot (ideally the foot further away from the anchor), while...
31 Mar Single Leg Reach – Sagittal
HOW: Get set-up balancing on one foot. Begin this exercise by reaching as far as you can forward with the foot that is in the air. Then return to starting position and reach backward with the leg in the air while allowing your body...
13 Jan Y Balance Exercise
HOW: Get set up in a standing position balancing on one foot on a firm surface. While maintaining balance, reach with your opposite foot in a Y-orientation - see video for demonstration and tips. FEEL: This should feel like you're promoting and controlling motion...
13 Jan Y Balance Exercise – Foam Pad
HOW: Get set up in a standing position balancing on one foot on a foam pad or unstable surface like a pillow. While maintaining balance, reach with your opposite foot in a Y-orientation - see video for demonstration and tips. FEEL: This should feel...
13 Jan Tall Kneeling Single Leg Balance – Foam Pad
HOW: Get set up in a tall kneeling position on your knees on a foam surface or something unstable and soft like a pillow. Be positioned near a wall or sturdy object in case you need to recover your balance. Begin the exercise by...
13 Jan Single Leg Balance – Horizontal Head Turn, Foam Pad
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Pick up one foot and balance on the leg that is in contact with the ground on a foam pad or unstable surface...
10 Jan Single Leg Balance Assessment
Test DESCRIPTION: The Single Leg Balance Assessment is a reliable tool developed and used to evaluate balance. Please watch the video to get a visual demonstration of how to perform the test and what to be mindful of. Below you will find a description of...
07 Jan Tandem Balance
HOW: Get set-up standing with your feet in a heel-to-toe position. Maintain your balance, switch feet and perform again. FEEL: You should feel like your balance is being challenged. If you’re having difficulty maintaining your balance, try to focus on an object with your...
07 Jan Standing Weight Shifts
HOW: Get set up near a wall or an object such as a chair to ensure safety if you were to lose your balance. Slowly shift your weight laterally all the way to one side trying to put 100% of your weight onto one...
