13 Jan Learn To Master The Step Down Variations
Follow along to learn how to master the step down variations and try out the step down challenge!...
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
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 how to...
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...
07 Jan Standing Weight Shifts – On Tip Toe
HOW: Get set up near a wall or an object such as a chair to ensure safety if you were to lose your balance. Raise your heels and maintain this position for the entirety of this exercise. Slowly shift your weight laterally all the...
06 Jan Seated Knee Extension – PROM
HOW: Get into a comfortable position on a chair or bed with your foot elevated and supported on a surface so that your leg is straight and parallel to the ground. Let gravity pull your knee into extension and/or use your hands as needed to...
06 Jan Seated Knee Extension Bag Hang – PROM
HOW: Get into a comfortable position on a chair or bed with your foot elevated and supported on a surface so that your leg is straight and parallel to the ground. Place your foot into bag handles and place one handle above and below your...
06 Jan Lateral Toe Tap – Band
HOW: Get a band set-up around your knees and start in a mini squat position. Shift your weight to one side of your body and pick up the other foot. With the leg you picked up – step directly to the outside and tap...
06 Jan Single Leg RDL – Foam Pad
HOW: Begin this exercise by balancing one leg on a foam pad. Next focus on hinging primarily at the hips. This is achieved by bringing your torso forward and pushing your butt back. Kicking out the back leg may make it easier for you...
06 Jan Backward Walking
HOW: Walk backwards. As you take a step with your involved leg, work on “staying strong” and squeezing your glutes and quadriceps as you make contact with the ground. The goal is to feel strong on your leg like no one can push you...
