Poor coordination and balance aren’t the only causes of falls as we age. According to kinesiologist and personal trainer Glen Owen, one of the main culprits is a lack of strengt ...

Physical therapists say short balance-focused workouts can strengthen key muscles, boost coordination, and help people feel more confident in everyday movements—especially as they get older.

Working on your balance and stability is important for all ages, and this 10-minute standing workout can be done at home ...

Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, and the ability to maintain your balance is one of the most important factors in whether a slip or ...

Based on expert advice from Head Weightlifting and Sports Performance Coach for the Athletic Labs, Jarrod Nobbe (MA, CSCS). After 65, a good balance supports everyday tasks like climbing stairs, ...

Politics has made Hunter Hess a name at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. But it’s proprioception that could gain him a medal. One of the best halfpipe freeskiers in the world, Hess, 27, throws 1620s ...

Balance is the body’s ability to maintain its center of mass over its base of support. When you have good balance, you can remain upright and stable, distributing your weight in a way that allows you ...

A 2022 study found the inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds could indicate significant higher risk of health problems, so Nike master trainer and founder of the Exercise Snacks movement, Joe ...

Feb 27, 2026, 8:22am EST Updated: Feb 27, 2026, 9:06am EST Getty Images (FatCamera) A recent study found that the inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds in mid to later life was linked to a near ...

Impaired balance may be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, which encompasses conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. Conversely, heart conditions like heart ...