It's no secret that as we age, our balance and coordination start to decline. This can lead to an increased risk for scary falls and injuries. Accidents and falls are one of the leading causes of ...

Balance problems are common in older adults. Left untreated, balance issues can result in falls, the leading cause of injuries in adults over age 65. However, you can reduce your risk of falls by ...

Balance exercises play an important role in improving stability, preventing falls, and reducing injuries, particularly for ...

With aging, the risk of falls becomes greater. That's why having a strong balance is key to being steady and ready. These five exercises can help with stability and better footing. “The sit-to-stand ...

My wife and I were in the grocery store recently when we noticed an older woman reaching above her head for some produce. As she stretched out her hand, she lost her balance and began falling forward.

Various abilities can decline as we age. This includes coordination abilities such as balance, flexibility, and strength. Different exercises can help maintain these skills, plus reduce the risk of ...

Maintaining stability and coordination as you get older isn’t always the easiest. And unfortunately, you may be more at risk of falling or getting injured if you’re off-kilter. Rather than continuing ...

Balance exercises after 50: hold these 3 standing tests, with tips from Felicia Hernandez.

Stand tall and then step back with one foot, with your heel lifted. Keeping most of the weight on your front foot, bend both ...

GREAT BARRINGTON — Our balance is something we might take for granted. But how long can you stand on one leg before you topple over? Having good balance can prevent falls and allows you to feel ...

For many able-bodied folks, balance can be taken for granted once you grow past the wobbly legs and skinned knees of childhood. But once you hit a certain age, finding balance (literally) isn’t always ...