Six women in their 60s to 80s lunge side to side within a YMCA pool, essentially emulating falling and regaining balance. At times during the one-hour class, they also pad about, reaching for bobbing ...

You don’t need an hour at the gym to improve your body’s stability. Fitness experts say a simple 10-minute workout may be enough to strengthen muscles, sharpen coordination, and help prevent injuries.

You may recall a time when standing on one foot, walking along a curb or jumping around felt effortless. But as we age, our body changes, and so does our balance. Balance loss is common with age due ...

A free program in Story County called Walk With Ease helps older adults improve balance and strength to prevent falls. Developed at Iowa State University, the six-week program includes stretching, ...

Practice balance exercises at least two to three times per week to improve stability and balance. Start slowly, focus on form and use support as needed. As your balance improves, try increasing the ...