Top 10 Balance Exercises for Seniors at Home. STOP FALLS.

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  • @sheilacox756
    @sheilacox756 2 года назад +42

    I’m 83 and don’t need a cane, but these exercises are really helpful. Thanks, guys. You are the greatest! 💕

  • @cynthiahawkins2389
    @cynthiahawkins2389 6 лет назад +160

    I am 70, my older neighbor calls me, a "junior senior"..I walk a lot, live in a walk up building with no elevator, am of normal weight, and eat healthy (no tobacco, or alcohol, either). However, I noticed after a very bad bout with the flu last year, I suffered from post viral fatigue, AND a new issue: some dizziness, and weird unsteadiness at times. These exercises are wonderful. I will work them into my daily routine...thank you.

    • @davidsquire2107
      @davidsquire2107 3 года назад +9

      Just for caution have your hearing checked.

    • @sherrydropauer1518
      @sherrydropauer1518 2 года назад +3

      This has happened to
      Me also!!!! And my hearing was ok

    • @MC-rw3lc
      @MC-rw3lc 2 года назад +9

      Me too and I also am fit and dance a lot, and my hearing is OK. I did suffer bad flu-type side effects from the covid vaccinations 🤔 My balance has gone from excellent to rubbish by comparison.

    • @chandrahasshah5098
      @chandrahasshah5098 2 года назад

      Pppppppppppp

    • @csababody
      @csababody 2 года назад +1

      Take amino acids for energy!

  • @luiszegada
    @luiszegada 2 года назад +63

    Standing on one foot and brushing your teeth at the same time is an example of dual-task gait activity. It does not only shows patient's great balance and musculoskeletal mastery but also resistance to the development of cognitive impairment. Great video Bob & Brad!! Thanks.

    • @jeanramirez349
      @jeanramirez349 2 года назад

      That sounds GREAT! However your wife will come in and bitch at you for splattering the mirror!

    • @nancyjones2574
      @nancyjones2574 Год назад +5

      That's a great idea...I also challenge myself to brush my teeth with my weaker hand.

    • @kajony
      @kajony 16 дней назад

      “Double dosing”!

  • @GmaPat89
    @GmaPat89 3 года назад +15

    I am 72 and I have bad knees. I’m going to try these exercises to see if I can strengthen my knees, legs, and feet, to get my balance and walking become better! Thanks for your helpful video!!

    • @zzc8505
      @zzc8505 Год назад

      You need real resistance training to strengthen everything. Pretty much anyone at any age can do resistance training according to one’s level.
      Also check out KneesOverToes guy - his program helps many and it can be scaled down according to one’s level

    • @Repdem
      @Repdem 11 месяцев назад

      The exercises from a former ballerina on PBS really helped my knees.

  • @megmc9644
    @megmc9644 Год назад +8

    1. Chair with armrests: feel with back of leg, reach back for armrest--both arms, one arm, no armrests.
    2. Marching
    3. Hold chair back/countertop & swing leg sideways with foot flexed. 4. Hip extension backwards.
    5. Heel & toe lifts.
    6. Balance on 1 foot, holding chair back/countertop with both hands, 1 hand, fingertips, 1 finger or none
    7. In-line walk forward & backwards.
    8. Twist between chairs/countertop, then on 1 leg, look over your shoulder

    • @marge201
      @marge201 4 месяца назад

      Thanks for the summary. Very helpful!

  • @judicheng8215
    @judicheng8215 4 года назад +51

    I did some of these with my 91-year old father, who has fallen. No serious injuries, fortunately. He was nervous at first doing these, but felt safe and challenged. Thank you!

    • @hollygsphpr
      @hollygsphpr 2 года назад +1

      best thing we can do is to practice 👏

  • @elizabethbritton9884
    @elizabethbritton9884 5 лет назад +64

    Thank you for these videos
    My mom keeps falling and cannot afford physical therapy
    So these videos are like gold to us
    Blessings ✨

    • @empowerutahphysicaltherapy5980
      @empowerutahphysicaltherapy5980 4 года назад +2

      As a physical therapist that works with a lot of elder struggling with balance here's another video you might find useful for your mom. ruclips.net/video/m09pAK4O70Y/видео.html

  • @Yorkrose
    @Yorkrose 2 года назад +5

    omg fantastic , such simple exercise that makes sense for us old folks. thank you

  • @maureengannaway8635
    @maureengannaway8635 5 лет назад +18

    Omg! I NEEDED this so much. I'm 53 now and have issues with my balance. Will be doing these today... These funny guys are my Dr's always. A practitioner in my area would try to put me on Drugs for my balance...🤔 I Don't think so. All blessings to you B & B

    • @BobandBrad
      @BobandBrad  5 лет назад +1

      That is fantastic that we could help you Maureen! :)

  • @kevindecoteau3186
    @kevindecoteau3186 7 лет назад +33

    Thank you for this. At 59 I already have a minor balance problem so anything I can use as prevention is a big help.

  • @The_Mystic_Mermaid
    @The_Mystic_Mermaid 5 лет назад +19

    Thanks! I teach a chair yoga class to seniors and will incorporate some of these exercises into my classes!

    • @texascontessa5818
      @texascontessa5818 3 года назад +1

      Ooooo..where can I get a copy of that. I used to do yoga all the time!

  • @powdayyy
    @powdayyy 5 лет назад +16

    Thank you! I am an SPTA learning to treat patients in a SNF and videos like these are so helpful for me as a visual learner.

    • @ch4nb0y
      @ch4nb0y 5 лет назад +1

      Laura Harrold that’s exactly what I’m doing here as well. It’s my second week

  • @sandyfitchcorbett1782
    @sandyfitchcorbett1782 Год назад +9

    Had surgery ten years ago on both feet and my balance is shot. I walk sometimes like I’ve had too much to drink. I don’t drink. I’ll work on these exercises.

  • @vernekelley9356
    @vernekelley9356 6 лет назад +70

    Please!!! More videos for elderly---arthritis, low back pain, walking on ice, etc. Thank you.

    • @karensees9667
      @karensees9667 3 года назад

      Why do you need to walk on ice???

    • @vernekelley9356
      @vernekelley9356 3 года назад +9

      @@karensees9667 Because I live in Wyoming where we have 7 months of winter, 100+ inches of snow some winters and LOTS of ice everywhere.

    • @annetteslife
      @annetteslife 3 года назад +4

      Probably lots of slippery side walks which is the issue I face here

    • @goodintentions1302
      @goodintentions1302 Год назад +3

      I've found walking on ice is easiest & safest in tiny steps. I'm sure you already know having the correct footwear for you also makes a difference. ☮️💕🙏🏼

  • @st_braybray870
    @st_braybray870 Год назад +1

    I have a client that is 85 years old and his number one goal is to build strength/balance to prevent falls. These exercises were challenging for him but was able to do them with a base of support. Extremely valuable content, appreciate you guys!

  • @ericchristopher1687
    @ericchristopher1687 Год назад +14

    Love your videos. I have three family members and friends who have had falls in the last year that resulted in wrist, knee or ankle breaks. I am passing this video along to everyone!

  • @marigoldcarter5995
    @marigoldcarter5995 Год назад +9

    Back injury at 40 now at 70 It's a beast. Then I fell 5 years ago. Something changed.i now fear falling. Thanks guys. this gonna help! 😍😍

    • @janicejacome
      @janicejacome Год назад +2

      🌻🌻🌻🌻 You can do it! Sending peace,hugs,and blessings.. ( Tried to find a Marigold, beautiful name,!)

    • @marigoldcarter5995
      @marigoldcarter5995 Год назад +1

      @@janicejacome Lol thank you. I really should put a marigold as my avatar. Everu day I get a little stronger but these exercises must be don e every day ~ blessings!

  • @lourdesrodriguesvas4008
    @lourdesrodriguesvas4008 2 года назад +3

    Hello Bob! How are you? Hope you are doing well! Praying for your recovery to see you soon on youtube.

    • @katella
      @katella Год назад

      What has happened to him?

  • @denisepineda1788
    @denisepineda1788 Год назад +6

    Wow,this is such great info. My Mom is 92 and had a myriad of balance issues and falling and I could not get her to move more and exercise and unfortunately, the results are not good now. I do not want to follow in her footsteps so I am going to try to do everything I can to combat balance issues, etc so I can continue to move as much as possible as I age. Thank you for sharing your expertise to help us. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this!!!! God bless.

    • @zzc8505
      @zzc8505 Год назад

      Not sure if my comment disappeared. Do this may be a double:
      Add real resistance training to preserve and gain muscle
      Listen to Dr. Don Layman and Danielle Lyon on protein - lots of videos on YT.
      Resistance training and proper protein - keys

  • @lindasalazar5033
    @lindasalazar5033 Год назад +2

    Thank you so much. These exercises were very helpful.

  • @maxinemoore5220
    @maxinemoore5220 4 года назад +13

    Thank you so much coach!
    Just had left surgery, and falling is paramont in the thought pattern daily! Blessings!

  • @barbarao4605
    @barbarao4605 7 лет назад +32

    Very informative, gentlemen! Nothing like strong limbs to keep us upright. Thank you!

  • @mariepayann
    @mariepayann Год назад +2

    I live with my grandma and she recently retired so thank you so much for teaching me methods of how to keep her agile and mobile while she’s not working!!!!! Im doing a bit of research on elderly safe “excersize” routines because she is in her 70s after all but any activity is good activity ❤❤❤❤

    • @brizing5671
      @brizing5671 Год назад +1

      Omg I totally agree! I’ve been trying to find some workouts for my boyfriends grandma and this routine was perfect for her 😁

  • @soniaamagdayao3986
    @soniaamagdayao3986 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing im allready 75 yrs old but im still working can walk .and run amazing grace from God .

  • @tonytorrez1256
    @tonytorrez1256 7 лет назад +14

    This is GOLD!! This is literally what I was struggling with during my first internship in the SNF setting... thank you so much for your help!

  • @ladyspirit2493
    @ladyspirit2493 Год назад +3

    Fantastic guys! I’m on the exercise routine. A large part because you guys got rid of the excuse not to exercise because I wasn’t sure of the correct way to exercise. A million thanks 🙏🏼

  • @KimberlyBruton
    @KimberlyBruton 6 лет назад +27

    What a great video. This reviews the perfect list of daily exercises to practice for keeping up strength and balance.

  • @joseabad2552
    @joseabad2552 Год назад +1

    Thanks this video helps my grandma every day ❤

  • @memelc5655
    @memelc5655 Год назад +1

    It’s hard to find nice people around anymore. ❤thank you

  • @shirleykennard3571
    @shirleykennard3571 Год назад +2

    Great talk and demonstration ❤️

  • @marti_flute
    @marti_flute 3 года назад +6

    These are good! I started going to PT for my arthritis knees this week and have been doing the first one standing and sitting on the chair without putting any weight on hand(s). I did the toe raises in PT in 1989 when I went for recovery after healing of broken ankle surgery.

  • @annmcdaniel9448
    @annmcdaniel9448 Год назад +2

    This is a great video for developing those pesky muscles that just aren't what they used to be. I am 5' 8" and put those 4" plastic risers under my favorite couch, and under my bed legs. What a difference! Standing up is so much easier now.

  • @carlsalazar4490
    @carlsalazar4490 2 года назад +6

    I’ve noticed that climbing a two or three steep ladders has become harder as I become older. I’m hoping that by incorporating these exercises it will make climbing easier. Thanks

  • @barbaracooper3516
    @barbaracooper3516 2 года назад +16

    I am 90 years old and enjoy watching the exercises and trying them out , I fractured my hip last year and hope that by exercising it wont happen again

  • @2007lawtem
    @2007lawtem 7 лет назад +22

    Thank you again. I am 77 and do similar exercises daily. I also use a Bosu as well as Airex balance pads. You guys are great!

  • @brizing5671
    @brizing5671 Год назад +2

    I just did these with my boyfriends grandma this was VERY helpful and we’re going to make this into a little routine 😁 thank you guys !! ❤️

  • @msmonty8661
    @msmonty8661 5 лет назад +13

    I’d give you 100 thumbs up if possible. You two are great 👍 !

  • @janetc217
    @janetc217 5 лет назад +26

    Great variety of balance exercises, I take a class called strong and steady , our instructor is a physical therapist and a yoga instructor and we do most of these same moves . But you added a few more which is very helpful 👍

  • @heatherangellight8558
    @heatherangellight8558 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for these great tips! We’ll add them to do daily !

  • @salomejohn6869
    @salomejohn6869 4 года назад +2

    Thank you🌹❤😊, I feel better after doing the exercises you are teaching.

  • @vaxwiz
    @vaxwiz 4 года назад +4

    Thank you for these balance exercises...I have had balance issues for several years now and fell 3 times....

  • @bonniehoke-scedrov4906
    @bonniehoke-scedrov4906 4 года назад +6

    Thank you so much for this informative video! I got so much out of it.

  • @TheHauptsturmfuhrer
    @TheHauptsturmfuhrer 3 года назад +3

    Well done guys, excellent as usual . I'm doing it.Thanks

  • @texascontessa5818
    @texascontessa5818 3 года назад +2

    Hey you guys....don't ever let anyone say you are talking too much. You are both too cute to put up with the grumpies.....thanks sooooo much for this show. I was always fit and had two or three buses hit me....so am struggling. Sending you wife approvable hugs for you both.

  • @maggieotero4338
    @maggieotero4338 6 лет назад +4

    Thank you. Very helpful video. Thanks for sharing these exercises. You guys are great!

  • @cindyj8458
    @cindyj8458 7 лет назад +4

    Great video, I train some seniors, these are some good excersises to do with them

  • @elisazulueta9535
    @elisazulueta9535 2 года назад +3

    Great videos! easy to follow thanks for sharing... your both are amazing physiotherapists

  • @dedewatlington7080
    @dedewatlington7080 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks so much, you two are great!!!!!

  • @nrs6956
    @nrs6956 9 месяцев назад

    A great service you perform for us. Thank you.

  • @kukubonbonkim6448
    @kukubonbonkim6448 4 года назад +4

    Thank you! This has been helpful. Ive been exercising my disabled relative over facetime since the senior center is closed. I needed more balance exercises to give her. You guys are the best.👍

  • @ms.m9337
    @ms.m9337 Год назад +1

    It’s called ‘double duty’…great exercises to do at home! Thanks and Happy New Year 🎉

  • @maureenhanratty7388
    @maureenhanratty7388 3 года назад

    Thank you Bob and Brad.

  • @kennethsizer6217
    @kennethsizer6217 7 месяцев назад

    That was the best plea for Facebook love I've ever heard. You earned your click.

  • @gingerengels3659
    @gingerengels3659 25 дней назад

    Six weeks ago I broke my femur right below the ball of my right hip after falling after missing a step. I have osteoporosis but really never expected I'd ever fall. I am now very committed to working on balance

  • @ironrose888
    @ironrose888 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this. I need to work on my balance. I’m in a walker but sometimes I’m unsteady and fall. I don’t want to go back to the wheelchair.

  • @patriciaobrien7701
    @patriciaobrien7701 4 года назад +5

    Love the simplicity of your instructions...and the jokes 👍😁

  • @jhuckins1
    @jhuckins1 3 года назад +4

    Do you have a print out of these exercises? I found other print outs but the exercises are not as good as yours! These will be great for my mother who has started falling often.

  • @carollawrence464
    @carollawrence464 3 года назад

    Thank you Bob and Brad!!

  • @goodintentions1302
    @goodintentions1302 Год назад +12

    I'm 73 & glad I can still do single leg squats. I surprised my 53 year old son. ☺️😉

    • @katella
      @katella Год назад +1

      What is a single leg squat?

    • @priyamd4759
      @priyamd4759 Год назад

      @@katella Stand on one leg and do a squat. Also known as Pistol squat. Search in RUclips - plenty of videos. Good luck,

    • @katella
      @katella Год назад +1

      @@priyamd4759 😂 not likely to try that one

  • @marinamorales1333
    @marinamorales1333 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you!, for sharing great tips. Bendiciones 🙏❤️

  • @Peeegoska
    @Peeegoska 3 года назад +4

    25yo watching haha and loving it!

  • @susanbcohrs2170
    @susanbcohrs2170 2 года назад +1

    You two are the BEST!

  • @dharapratik8956
    @dharapratik8956 2 года назад

    I m a physiotherapist dr.dhara shah...I m really learned a lot from u both thanks for providing the knowledge .....thank you so much sir.....

  • @charliea1662
    @charliea1662 2 года назад +1

    You are both very charismatic, and watchable, but also very fit….it would be good to see older folk doing these exercises…. I can’t move my toes or rotate / bend my feet. I have had diabetes type 1 for 63 years. Also had a cancer in my ankle. My balance is very bad, and I need a stick to walk with. However I can attempt some of your exercises…..thank you for these 👍🏻👍🏻 ( can you get your mum’s in occasionally, so folk like me can identify more? )

  • @dmmchugh3714
    @dmmchugh3714 2 года назад +1

    At 59 I had vestibular problem, which needed a year to clear up. Now at 62, I have some residual, infrequent, short-term unsteadiness, mostly at night.
    I've found the yoga "tree " pose helps a lot.

    • @mycreativeheart4159
      @mycreativeheart4159 Год назад +1

      I love Tree pose!!! And Warrior variations! Oh... and Half Moon pose. Yah... I'm addicted to yoga!💞

  • @jolynnebrumbach6089
    @jolynnebrumbach6089 Год назад

    thanks guys!!

  • @eensrds
    @eensrds 4 года назад +6

    Exactly what I needed. Thank you.

  • @catharinecole7956
    @catharinecole7956 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you

  • @brianjanson3498
    @brianjanson3498 2 года назад

    Thanks, guys. Hopefully, this will help my dad.

  • @MsArtistwannabe
    @MsArtistwannabe Год назад +1

    I begged my mom to do this. She put herself in a wheel chair when she was about seventy because she felt unsteady and didn’t want to fall. He quality of life when straight downhill. Spent several years mostly in bed because she was tired . It was awful. She did it to herself from not participating in her own health and fitness care. She was always looking for the magic pill from her doctors to fix her.

  • @dkLTX
    @dkLTX 2 месяца назад

    Most of my classes i teach, consist of 10 reps of sit to stand. Its the most functional senior exercise.
    Also those heel and toe raises.

  • @rcr1938
    @rcr1938 2 года назад

    thank you guys, will put some of these into practice with my personal training parkinson's client

  • @tonimoraful
    @tonimoraful 3 года назад

    Thank you guys!

  • @ambrose-fox5197
    @ambrose-fox5197 3 года назад

    These videos have been a great help for my grampa thanks

  • @JennyB957
    @JennyB957 5 лет назад +1

    Thx for the video my dad really needs it . Brad , it's called multiple tasking . ☺

  • @Jeelli73
    @Jeelli73 2 года назад +1

    I teach fitness to patients with Parkinson's Disease. These exercises are perfect to teach our clients who are much older or more progressed in the disease

    • @BobandBrad
      @BobandBrad  2 года назад +1

      Glad we could help. Brad

    • @joycegrois1325
      @joycegrois1325 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@BobandBrad😅😅😅

  • @md.rubelmiah2945
    @md.rubelmiah2945 3 года назад

    Thank you.

  • @nirmalkaur7131
    @nirmalkaur7131 3 года назад

    Thanks with chronic back pain I need some exercise schedule for my age I am in early 70’s to keep my balance and also for backache if possible . Thanks 🙏

  • @sharonmccode4360
    @sharonmccode4360 2 года назад +1

    Good Job!!!

  • @gracielascavone4251
    @gracielascavone4251 2 года назад

    Thank you, very good ejercieses for senior !

  • @ruthhaynes903
    @ruthhaynes903 3 года назад

    Thank you! I injured a rib falling off my bike and i realized my balance is off. I will follow you. Im

  • @lauriecapps614
    @lauriecapps614 2 года назад

    thank you for the tips and and demonstration

  • @bettychristensen4556
    @bettychristensen4556 Год назад

    Thanks!

  • @dawsansanhtay3935
    @dawsansanhtay3935 2 года назад

    Thanks .

  • @geriretzlaff908
    @geriretzlaff908 Год назад

    Great stuff!

  • @diana4043
    @diana4043 7 лет назад

    Thanks guys, truly. Shared your video with my dad.

  • @gerrywinston6805
    @gerrywinston6805 3 года назад

    Love you guys!

  • @sunflower-oo1ff
    @sunflower-oo1ff 2 года назад +4

    It doesn’t matter how old you are, those are great exercises! Just did them and did awesome!!! But then.. I am not a senior…yet😀

  • @amapokua2311
    @amapokua2311 2 года назад +2

    What a great exercise for seniors thanks Bob &Brad

    • @BobandBrad
      @BobandBrad  2 года назад

      glad we could help!

    • @mysticpt1
      @mysticpt1 Год назад +1

      @@BobandBrad you guys are the greatest
      I just turned 89 and can do first 5 excerises with ease!!!
      The balance of them working on
      Thanks for keeping us seniors active and balanced

  • @marydrummond8832
    @marydrummond8832 3 месяца назад

    How’s Bob ? 26 June 2024 Friday Praying for him and Love you two very much ..

  • @selahplace9872
    @selahplace9872 3 года назад

    Wow, thank you gentlemen.. Very helpful,

  • @Deansmother
    @Deansmother 7 лет назад +8

    Just a suggestion: when performing knee lifts, it is much better (to prevent leaning) to have a chair on either side of you, as you do further into the video. :)

    • @CitizenKate
      @CitizenKate 3 года назад

      That's exactly what I was thinking.

  • @skytechbits
    @skytechbits 2 года назад

    I miss Johnny Cash. Great reference there Brad. Thanks for all of these tips and more that you do.

  • @tengizbirbachadze6138
    @tengizbirbachadze6138 Год назад

    Thanks.👍👍👍

  • @lorraine7111947
    @lorraine7111947 7 лет назад

    Thank you!

  • @patriciapatterson3345
    @patriciapatterson3345 Год назад

    Good video! Thank you

  • @kathyclark3168
    @kathyclark3168 2 года назад

    Hey Bob and Brad, how are? I need to do these; we do some in exercise class but I need more. Thanks!

  • @zephirinedrouhin3735
    @zephirinedrouhin3735 5 лет назад +19

    Also, seniors should remove all of their throw rugs!

    • @sudhakrishnaswamy2365
      @sudhakrishnaswamy2365 3 года назад

      Please dont talk so much. A little
      peace and quiet helps the viewers to concentrate.

    • @aphill2208
      @aphill2208 2 года назад

      Indeed!

    • @aphill2208
      @aphill2208 2 года назад +3

      Indeed! Throw rugs are a no no for me at age 68!

  • @cateyes3813
    @cateyes3813 5 лет назад +4

    Hi, do you have exercises for elderly people who are already using walkers and have very little confidence?

    • @BobandBrad
      @BobandBrad  5 лет назад +2

      Yes we do. Search this with Bob and Brad and some pull up.

  • @Elietechuff
    @Elietechuff 4 года назад

    I love you both, from Brazyl!!! Thank you