Balance Exercises for Fall Prevention
Tutor: Sophie Simpson, Chief Wellbeing Officer and Dance Practitioner, SS Dance Wellbeing
VVH exercise and dance instructor, Sophie Simpson, introduces a brand new Balance Exercises for Fall Prevention session series, providing strength and mobility exercises to improve balance.
Learn how to build up muscles to increase flexibility and mobility, and help prevent falling, particularly if frailty is developing. Sophie’s sessions are designed to boost confidence and prolong independence.
Follow along as Sophie demonstrates each exercise and join in as suits your own capabilities.
Sophie is a Level 3 OTAGO Falls Prevention & Balance Exercise Programme Leader and is qualified in Mental Health Awareness, Chair-based Dance & Movement, Chair-based Exercise for the Frail & Elderly, Zumba, Dance Fitness and Dance Choreography, Performance & Teaching.
Preparation
Ensure that your exercise space is safe and clear of objects. If you have any health conditions, injuries, aches or pains, listen your body and rest if/when necessary.
Video time
40 minutes
- A resistance band
- Small weights or tins from the cupboard
- Ankle weights
- A straight back chair e.g. a dining chair
* This equipment list is for the entire series and not every item will be used in every session.