10 Exercises for Building Balance (DVD)

This DVD contains 10 simple-to-perform exercises designed to help overcome some of the balance and strength problems that often occur with aging - and increase the risk of dangerous falls.  These exercises can be done at thome and are taught by Jennifer Beal, a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 25 years of experience helping seniors with balance and strength issues.

Section One: Contains exercises to help with overall balance, strength, and flexibility

• Calf stretch
• Heel/toe raises
• Mini squats
• Side leg lifts
• Slow march and single leg stance

Section Two: Contains exercises to help balance and correct the rounded posture that often comes with aging.

• Doorway stretch
• Shoulder blade squeezes and should rolls

Section Three: Contains exercises to help balance by challenging legs and inner ear to respond to a smaller base of support as well as different surfaces.

• Standing balance
• Eye focus drills