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One-legged balance

A simple exercise to improve balance sense.

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One-legged balance is a simple exercise to improve balance.

In case you cannot see the video, here is a still sequence -

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Stand comfortably near to a support. Lift the good leg and balance for 10 seconds on the bad leg.

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Close your eyes, and continue for another 10 seconds. Repeat three times a day.

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If it is too easy, hold small weights in your hands or stretch your arms out to your side.