7 Biggest Reasons For Poor Balance With Aging & How To Fix

[@BobandBrad]

Looking for more information from the videos mentioned in this video, check out the links below. 3 BEST Beginner/Senior Leg Exercises Using A Kitchen Chair, Improve Balance & Walking: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZyumXhoqMx2l8k Understanding Causes Of Dizziness & Vertigo. All You Need To Know: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpnOfaipZrSlgpI

[@trelligan42]

You need to PIN this comment!

[@robinr6399]

Please put this at the top of the comments. Better yet, in the description. Thanks.

[@phirozmirza3461]

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[@41istair]

Use your BIG TOE to grip the ground when trying to balance on one leg. This is supposed to be well known and important, but I didn't hear it mentioned?

[@oicamladnoeled2901]

@@41istairuse your own both hand to walk a lot more easier and accurate rather than your foot..😂.

[@sammygoh]

Great video. Brad's audio level is good but Mike's audio level is kinda low.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for letting us know!

[@lindajohnson4204]

I was just going to comment on that! Then your comment was on top when I looked.

[@Sara-oy5cs]

Possibly Mic too far from mouth. Headnworn mic bring mic close to cheek😊

[@athenam.66]

Gets your hearing checked, just in case

[@lindajohnson4204]

@@athenam.66 Nah, there are too many people who hear Brad just fine, but can barely hear Mike. That's not a hearing problem; it's a "sound" problem. Mike's audio is just not coming through. And think: it's a relatively easy fix, to fix the audio problem, rather than to try to fix everybody's hearing!

[@adrury0601]

Love you Mike! Thank you for sitting in for Bob and giving us your wonderful advice!! We appreciate you!! Thank you Bob, Brad and Mike for always talking about what we need.

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Alisa, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@M2ElviSMuSic]

Please give Bob our love, and our prayers continue for him. Maybe occasionally he could stick his arm in a shot "directing" you two so we can smile and feel his presence there. Dennis Prager's assistant is famous for handing him things during his Fireside Chats and is credited as "Megan's Arm" in the show which is both uplifting humor and a bit of fun. Thank you for all you do! You are ALL so appreciated!❤

[@BobandBrad]

Will do!! Thanks for watching

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Mickey, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@jeankuxmann6135]

Looking for the video of leg strengthening exercises…😀

[@joandavis8818]

What a great idea! That would be so fun to see. Love it.

[@minkademko2335]

When I realized how poor my sense of balance had become, I found some balance workouts that were so easy and fun. I recovered my balance within just a few weeks. Thanks for the video!

[@gailremp8389]

Ok guys. For 7 years now at 73, I was very wobbly and hard walking safely. Three weeks ago I got junk in my left ear and went to Guidewell EC to have it looked at. YES And they cleaned out that ear, and when they cleaned out the right ear, which looked fine, a huge chunk of dead wax came out very very very very deep. It was spooky We were all surprised. I went home that night. Went to sleep got up next morning and I can walk just fine. All the people that I have spoken to about this or surprise, they have never thought about it. And we’re not talking old people we’re talking people people. So I would strongly reiterate this to your listeners. Good stuff. Take care.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@carolynwilson6095]

I have suffered vertigo for a couple of days where the world is going round , awful and very sick. Three months now and have been left with the dizziness . Any more information on this would be helpful and have people suffered with this and now are cleared from it. I ride and do agility sigh my dogs , but riding I have just started back and hope it goes soon. Thank you will do your exercises.

[@patriciaclark7342]

WOWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

[@Rositasparks]

Thank for all the effort you put into these videos. They are so incredibly helpful ❤

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello 👋 👋, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@Scott-sm9nm]

8:44 balancing on one foot using that blue rectangular pad has worked fantastic for me. Two take offs on that: a) take the foot off the ground and extended it out in the front slightly then move it from the front around the side to the back. If necessary extend the toe was needed to lightly touch the floor. b) bend the knee slightly to work on stabilizing that joint as well.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@sunflower6153]

This is a good reminder about balance. I used to do line dancing. Crossing over the feet, walking backwards, stepping side to side etc. weren't an issue then. Maybe I need to go back to doing that at home. It was fun! 😊❤️

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@suzannegogranogo9464]

That sounds like a fun way to do the exercises

[@PippiLong1]

My husband, a week after I saw your latest video, suffered from vertigo (it was real bad). I remembered your videos on this and played them for him so he could better understand how to use the methods given. We went to the hospital and he underwent several test's and in the end concluded that this is what he had. He was reassured that the methods that we started was what he had to do. This was scary for him and he now knows what to do if this occurs again.

[@RichRich1955]

I had that 20y ago. In pollen season

[@BobandBrad]

It can be scary when you don't know what is happening but always helps you feel a little better knowing what is going on and that there are things to help fix it. Best of luck

[@sherylthomson5870]

What is wrong with Bob?

[@PippiLong1]

@@sherylthomson5870 There is a past video that explains Bob's condition.

[@nancyschwab4507]

16:11 16:11

[@francestorrez5969]

Can you give us a update on Bob? How is he doing? Miss him so much.

[@sandrawyrick]

Me too! This guy has earrings!

[@BobandBrad]

Bob is doing well. He is still doing the director position and creating a lot of the content in the videos. He also posts on our other social media sites and does a lot of research. Thanks for asking!

[@ohsweetmystery]

@@sandrawyrick Vanity has become almost universal in the younger generations. Men as well as women. Bizarre.

[@susandoll3187]

@@sandrawyrick Chill. So what?

[@adrury0601]

​@ohsweetmystery Vanity really? So he likes earrings, this doesn't change his amazing personality and desire to help us! It's expression of yourself, not vanity. No different than someone covering up their gray hair or correcting their wrinkles. Pretty sure I'd rather sit and have coffee with him than someone judgemental. ❤❤

[@brendadickenson3547]

Added this to my exercise list. I am 72 and fell in the bathroom ..scary! But not hurt. It does make think I need more exercise for this balance. Mom fell and broke her hip in her nineties and she was an avid walker but just turned to get light off and fell on her tile floor on the floor! A long recovery at that age

[@sharronwolfe7711]

I’ve just completed 3 months of PT for my recently diagnosed Degenerative Scoliosis. It has helped tremendously, and I am now walking between 7K and 9K steps a day, something I haven’t done in at least 10-15 years! I really appreciate this video because the last two exercises you demonstrate are new to me, so I plan to incorporate them into my routine, as well! Thanks again! Hope Bob is doing well! ❤️🙏🏻

[@janetgablecull2099]

Thanks to all three of you. I appreciate all that you do, and I appreciate the new guy who stepped right in and is also so helpful.

[@pamelamcgrath7747]

You guys are heaven sent. Thanks so much for this excellent info on balance. What a relief to know this is part of the challenge of aging.

[@BobandBrad]

We are happy we can help

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Pamela, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@francestorrez5969]

Can you give us an update on Bob? Hope he’s OK praying for him🙏🙏🙏💙

[@BobandBrad]

Bob is doing well. He is still doing the director position and creating a lot of the content in the videos. He also posts on our other social media sites and does a lot of research. Thanks for asking!

[@waj7766]

@@BobandBrad Thank you for updating us about Bob. I miss him. Good to know he is still at work and doing his best to help us seniors keep moving. I appreciate what you all do. keeping him in my thoughts and prayers🙏🏾

[@gummibearscrime]

Hi Bob! I know you are there :) Thanks Brad, great info and timely!

[@joebrown8032]

Thanks for the update about Bob. I’m thinking about him.

[@Gonzomedic1]

Prayers up for both of you gentlemen! God bless you!

[@celestebarrentine3922]

Thank you so much for these exercises and reminders. I have become less active in my early 60's and am beginning to feel the effects. These may seem simple, but in reality are so important for maintaining, as well as increasing, our abilities.😊

[@BobandBrad]

We're glad we could help!

[@yourconnection9303]

Google Ernestine Shepherd and Takishima Mika. Such inspirations!😊

[@tease04280]

​@@yourconnection9303olo

[@LucyHernandez-xy1ty]

Thank you guys . I did all an past with not problems and I’m 73.❤❤

[@prettypothos4me290]

We went back to line dancing after many years away from it. We are lucky to have classes at our senior centers and a few other organizations. Balance now is amazing and it’s so much fun.

[@kate-mm2bi]

thanks!....i ha a stroke last sept and they had me do these, i was doing real good but had a dizzy spell and fell and got fractuured L1 and L2 and killer neuropathy, hips and groin and legs, so i have gone backwards and no one advising me because of the killer pains that have just gotten worse because you see so many different people and diagnosis and no help, i knew i should be doing something but didnt want to make things worse, your video does more for me so now i feel comfortable even going back to what they taught me after the stroke to move forward and what is causing the neuropathy pains and imbalance again, love you guys!!!you are giving me hope again, which i need so desperately need right now i just didnt want to live truthfully, as its so horrible!hugsto you both😍

[@patriciaclark7342]

PRAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

[@timphillips6744]

Great video! I just subscribed, I'm 73, i spent 33 days in the hospital from major heart surgery most of which was on my back. I feel this video will surely aid in improving my balance. Thank you!

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching & subscribing! Best of luck!

[@PMA65537]

Medical education today! They did most of your heart surgery on your back?

[@OdetteAbrahamian]

Very balanced balancing lessons , no one could have done any better, thanks a lot ,dear teachers.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you, that was very nice of you to say and nice to hear!

[@brendadrew834]

Thanks for the tips, much appreciated! I wish more PT people would address that lack of balance and falls are also symptoms of MS which I have. It's not just Diabetics, but other auto-immune conditions that make it a challenge!

[@deirdrehenry5657]

Very helpful and sensible exercises to help with balance. I am now in my early eighties and it is never too late to start taking care. My daughter sent me the attachment of your video and I shall start practising these ecercises. Thank you Deirdre.

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear! Best of luck

[@francesbrisco776]

I'm in my 70's and enjoy going out and taking walks on a daily basis

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Deirdre, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@charlesschenk6290]

For some reason Mike's microphone level is set much lower that is Brad's microphone. If we turn up the volume to hear Mike, Brad comes blaring through at high volume. The video editing software used on this, should let you raise Mike's audio level to match Brad's. Also, Mike mentioned that “We do have a video called: Understanding Causes of Dizziness and Vertigo All You Need to Know, and we’ll link that down below. Ahh, but where is the link?

[@BobandBrad]

The link is pinned to the top of the comments - but here it is also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpnOfaipZrSlgpI

[@joyhampton6886]

Great video. Here is a helpful word of advice, use two walking sticks rather than one. I hiked for years using one stick. I started using two and the balance and alignment was so much better for the body.

[@danarzechula3769]

Oh yes!! Nordic walking groups fun to join get social and physical health!

[@Diana00759]

I’m 63 I’m still recovering from a stroke From Father’s Day 2019 I feel Monday the 2nd of October Dr ordered X-ray got a hair line fracture So this was very much needed Thank you

[@justtere]

On July 23, I suffered a right proximal humerous fracture. Because I fell. People, you donʼt ever want this. Why I am commenting is not just to explain the seriousness of a fall as a senior (I just turned 65); I want to comment on this video being on point. My PTA just started me on every one of these. I was overwhelmed getting all of these at once. When I did them with her here, my muscle memory or something perked up and said “more please” as I able to do these with ease. I had done them as part of my cardio more than 15 years ago. I will follow you guys, going slowly, until I am cleared medically to start up my old routine, which is much more vigorous.

[@Canuckmom128]

As always, THANKS Bob, Brad and Mike. I always walked a fair bit, and fairly quickly. Between Covid and a foot injury during the Winter, I’ve seen a decline in my strength and balance when walking. I’m going to start this routine to try and recover my walking strength. Sending hugs and good Karma to Bob. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@melissamilligan]

Imo the vestibular system is the main reason. Everything else is important in helping us quickly correct us when we realize we are starting to lean. Without having the physical ability to right ourselves, we will fall. I’m almost 60 and make sure to stay in good physical shape and work on those small muscle groups that really help with this. (Also if you have allergies and your sinuses back up which makes your ears back up, you can even have “seasonal klutziness” as I call mine.)

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing

[@adrury0601]

Not always vestibular. Can also be from back or hip issues or nerve pain causing difficulty in walking and standing.

[@melissamilligan]

@@adrury0601 I meant main as in the majority, meaning not always but mostly.

[@adrury0601]

@Melissa Milligan I know and I'm saying not true. Not in a mean way. I work in a Rehab Center and we see a lot of balance issues that is not vestulibular related and we see a lot of vestibular that isn't true vestibular. My chronic BPPV only affects my balance when it's active. My back issues are causing balance issues. It can be related to sugar levels, BP, low sodium, weak muscles, degenerative discs...so many things.

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Melissa, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@cathywolford3306]

Thanks for this important info. I fell 2mths ago and had to have hip surgery. I am doing well with reha strengthening my muscles . Today in PT we talked and worked on balancing.

[@lindalife4617]

Best of luck with your recovery

[@BobandBrad]

Keep up the great work!!

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Cathy, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@AliciaGonzalez-ev8mh]

Blessings I appreciate your videos and teaching a lot for many years

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching!

[@jillcal1]

Great info! Brad sounds great but other speaker sounds low volume

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@gulayguthre9939]

Number 8 for you. I was falling down a lot and had bad leg cramps. After an MRI identified my carotid artery was over 80% blocked. The doctor told me this is why I kept falling down After an operation I stopped falling down all the time and my feet started feeling better. My balance improve 90%

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you! Glad your balance has improved!!

[@annewalker2848]

Thank you both so much. This is a brilliant video. I've had three hip replacements and find the 'sudden stop and side walk' the most difficult in life. Suddenly finding a car appearing whilst i'm crossing the road worries me most as it's not possible, at the moment, to stop suddenly without falling! I will practice the video until i've perfected it. Thank you again.

[@Nmo6835]

Boy! Do I need this guys!! I’ve tripped over raises cement sidewalks & broken the same wrist 2x in 14 months. Not fun! Ok- slowing down- I should definitely do, but I so appreciate your information & help here… appreciate you!!

[@patriciaclark7342]

PRAY 24/7 365!

[@ilfaitfroid9739]

Welcome Mike! This is great information.

[@GmaPat89]

Thank you so much...I have been having balance problems..bummer...at 74 I wasn’t expecting this problem. I have started using a rollator to get around the house, and it has helped. Thank you for this video!

[@patriciaclark7342]

YES IT DARN WELL DOS AND WILL NEVER FAIL U OR LET U FALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CLAYMEISTER]

Thanks for the balance tips. I have fallen many times, mostly in my garden (where the grass softens the fall). But I have also suffered numerous "minor" injuries falling in my home and on hard surfaces like concrete and blacktop. Your exercises are simple and encourage personal efforts without the hassle of therapy appointments. Thanks again!

[@patriciaclark7342]

USE WALKER!

[@jimkangas4176]

One thing you might mention which I think affects me is afib (I'm 72). A couple months ago I had a heart block and a stroke walking down the street. It was my cerebellum that was affected and that can result in balance deficits. I've largely recovered as I've been walking seven miles a day and have done some hiking as well. I was riding my bike a few hundred miles a month before that. In recovery I noticed that I would feel "a little spacey" once in a while and I associated it with drinking coffee or stroke remnants. But in retrospect, my balance is fine (I do yoga and some pilates as well). But I did trip last summer on a trail, and fell way to the side. I thought it might have been weak glute meds, but now I think it some afib making me spacey. Another thing is that as a biker, my calves and hamstrings tend to be tight - this makes your toe point downward when you lift your foot - not a good thing for dragging it on the ground and tripping.Your exercises are all good, but there are more things to be considered.

[@sandrasommers2378]

I agree on the audio portion of the video that there's too much of a difference between the two. Information was excellent

[@glendapolich7549]

Great video...very helpful, but I'm really missing Bob and wondering how he's doing.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you! Bob is doing well and he is in the background in all all the videos! He will sneak a peek every now and again :)

[@maruthurmohan6360]

Quite useful tips

[@margaretkozikowski8436]

The biggest help and fastest improvement with balance came with rebounding. Just gently bouncing on a rebounder keeping contact (not bouncing in the air) initially with support proved amazing. I’m 65. The beauty of this exercise is it helps drain the lymphatic system and detoxes the body.

[@donnapollock]

I really enjoy your videos for us older people. I use all of your tips and advice and do all of the exercises. I want to be and stay as healthy as I can for as long as I can...God Bless you both for all your help...

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear, thank you for watching! We are so happy we can help, God Bless you too!!

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Donna, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@patriciaclark7342]

[@jillcnc]

Tai chi is the single best thing I have found for improving balance. There is an emphasis on weight shifting which increases your conscious of where your weight is. Since I started taking tai chi classes, I can now stand on one foot for a lot longer than the 10 seconds that are associated with longevity, and if I DO stumble, I'm better able to right myself. Also: Where's Bob?

[@maryfinigian9554]

Thank you for the update. And thank you all for the videos

[@junegeisler9998]

Great video!! Thanks Mike for showing me how to's!! Love you guys!!!

[@maureenburke8861]

Don’t forget about meds…they may influence your balance if you need to stand up quickly especially in the middle of the night. Thanks for all your great advice!

[@angelabrown3627]

Thanks!

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!!

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Angela, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@gloriareszler4196]

This is the most important video!!! Tks to Bob & Brad. This should be taught in a significant way n med school. Governments must share this critical - and free information. Balance is everything! Lobe Bob & Brad❤❤❤

[@jennyfulcher8035]

These are great suggestions! I've been working with some PTs to address my own fall issues that caused me to have some injuries. I just scheduled an eye exam, as my cataracts are just beginning to cause visual issues, which probably is one of the triggers for falling. Thanks! Jenny (p.s. I just did the forward and backwards just fine plus while doing the karaoke side-step I swing the opposite arms forward as a counterbalance. I don't use a cane so I can do this. Also when walking on sidewalks I need to be mindful of sidewalk cracks or uneven places where tree roots have buckled the sidewalk. With eyeglasses, progressive lenses can cause one to misstep as well especially at first while walking or going up and down stairs).

[@pugglepooch]

What might be the cause if loss of balance when you've been asleep and when you get up, you become slightly unsteady on your feet? Why does thus happen only when you wake up? ❤

[@divan6279]

Your body needs a few minutes to reset your equilibrium going from lying down to standing up. Getting up from lying down sit for 10- 30 seconds then stand up. Slow down and count the seconds. Hope this helps.

[@pugglepooch]

Thanks so much. I'll gone this a try ❤️

[@BobandBrad]

@divan6279 has a great answer, thank you!

[@patriciaclark7342]

TY@@divan6279

[@ingrid2543]

Great video! Thanks Brad and Mike, hi to Bob too.

[@nrs6956]

Many thanks for your efforts.

[@BobandBrad]

You're welcome!

[@davec850]

I have fallen many times and one thing seems to stand out as to a probable cause. A case in point would be like in the kitchen when turning around from one side of cooking area to another. Turning around too fast from hurrying with nothing to hold onto is a no-no, while executed poorly. It's merely a question of slowing down and thinking before doing. We all seem to suffer from, "I can do that", I used to, and find out that your actions no longer so much support your thoughts. I should mention that I have COPD and due to an ensuing lack of excercising, have experienced severe edema and severe Covid which involved attacking already weakened leg nerves and muscles. Treatment will be ongoing for those affected areas. I'm sure that your execises directed toward balance problems will also be helpful as a base reminder for any therapy. I do appreciate your videos greatly!

[@christinapennell5073]

Don't forget to have people do an overview of medications. For example my BP med needed to be a lower dose, I was getting dizzy and felt off balance due to my blood pressure dropping when I got up or bent over. AKA "postural hypotension"

[@annbrazzel418]

Mike I have trouble hearing you. I have no trouble hearing Brad! y'all are doing GREAT!

[@moirawright327]

So true about your eyes ,have been having dizzy / light head feeling for last six months blood tests all clear and no diagnosis,(hopeless G. P )my eyes have been full of water every day so decided after re searching you -tube and finding out its called dry eyes got drops to help, started to realise my lightheaded feeling was disappearing but didn't associate the eye problem and dizzy feeling was anything to do with my blurry eyes but after listening to this now understand it has been playing a big part in my unsteadiness I'm now waiting for an eye test for specs.Great reassuring advice as always from Bob ,Brad and Mike many thanks .

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@Readit4Life_2Chron7_14]

First, Love & Prayers for Bob. Love this video. GREAT run down of the major reasons for falls in seniors & what one can do to improve their balance & decrease the risk of falls. Thank you both so much. Did a great job on this video. Be well & safe!

[@heatherkuhn6559]

Did anyone else have issues with the sound? Brad was nice and clear but I had trouble hearing what Mike was saying.

[@trelligan42]

Yes. Mike is speaking in a nasal tone, and has a naturally higher voice as well. Voice training can help with this, moving the voice 'center' lower with more resonance. As a benefit, this would add more low frequencies to his voice-making it deeper overall. In singing, this is referred to as having 'bottom' to the voice. It's also possible to overcome this with different miking and software processing, and this is quite reasonable these days since it can all be done in software.

[@BobandBrad]

We did hear that from several people and are working on it, thank you

[@yourconnection9303]

Thank you so much again for your video! As for the ears, I had regular wax build up and was going to an audiologist every four months to get the wax removed. Then I heard through this research center - A.R.E. - Association for Research and Enlightenment, that the late Edgar Cayce who was the Father of Holistic Medicine, recommended just putting drops of olive oil in your ears daily and the wax will disolve. I did this 2 x's per day a couple weeks prior to my next appointment with the Audiologist. When she looked in my ears this time, she screamed and said, "Oh my God! Oh my God! This is amazing! There's no wax in your ears! They're completely clear!" I told her what I've been doing, and she kept saying it was amazing. I continue to put olive oil drops in my ears a few times per week as maintenance and haven't been back to the Audiologist since. Also, the late Edgar Cayce recommended head and beck exercises to improve hearing by slowly rotating the head 3 x's to the right and the left, head back and foreward 3 x's, and then side to side 3x's. This is very good for even your eyes. I know a retired woman doctor at 92 yrs. young who uses the olive oil in her ears regularly and does the head and neck exercises daily and her hearing is 💯%. And actually so is her eyesight. She swears by Edgar Cayce's suggestions, and of course for the eyes, she makes sure she gets adequate vitamin A in her diet. Good Luck everyone!😊

[@vancebricker428]

Thank for all your informative posts you guys are awesome 😎

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks, glad you think so!

[@LeJones457]

very, very helpful. Your advice complements the advice I get from the serious professionals at the rehab hospital I see in Paris. Thanks a lot, i really like your videos. I'm 88 and you really address my problems.

[@mademsoisellerhapsody]

Dancer’s balance pose: Plié, releve on balls of feet, rise lengthening the entire body, strong core, arms over head 5th en haut, tighten core, pull in stomach and derrière, head level, shoulders down, elbows soft, fingers soft, hold pose one minute, soft plié at end

[@loismackenzie7715]

Great video - just what I need now. Hope you guys can get your volume "in sync" soon. I was so busy adjusting the volume back and forth that I will have to watch it again.

[@PulboroughPT]

Great video. Really helpful for seniors who've lost confidence in their balance. What can you suggest for people suffering spinal stenosis, who've no feedback for correcting balance? And drop foot, associated with the stenosis? Would love to hear some ideas! Blessings to Bob. Miss his presence but like the new addition of other therapists. Keep up the good work!

[@BobandBrad]

Here are some links you can check out for related videos: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=spinal%20stenosis www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=foot%20drop Best of luck!!

[@CeceliaLund]

Mike, you're doing great. We like you.

[@markmartens2029]

Two suggestions: Military & Police run-through old used tires! Old used tires are an excellent walk-through for senior’s reminding one to pickup your feet when walking!, & secondly, tires are a semi-soft landing! Second suggestion: tight rope walkers always carry a horizontal balance bar for increased balance!, which a similar balance bar would be a great tool for balance-therapy. A hardware store sells insulation for hot water pipes & air conditioner coolant lines, which can easily be placed over a homemade balance bar for protective padding!

[@barbarawinkle6421]

These suggestions and exercises will be very helpful. Am sure that the volume problem has been, or will be fixed soon. Certainly miss Bob, but I do like Mike. Many thanks, Brad , Bob and Mike.

[@nikkihoffman2891]

Informative and helpful videos. So glad I found you!!

[@InternalTaiChi]

I’m an Occupational Therapist and I teach Tai Chi full time to prevent falls! Lots of good stuff in your video that I can add to my Tai chi classes to build the balance challenge. Thanks so much.

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Susan, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@yomama1254]

with the vision issue: it is my opinion some of us shouldn't wear bifocals. I found the ground was always blurry even after months of wearing them. I found it to be a fall risk, and went back to monovision glasses. it's annoying to frequently be looking for "the other pair of glasses," but I don't use true near vision, but instead ones set for my computer, which means I'm lots safer walking around my house and property when I forget to change out when i get up.

[@cathieludemann5879]

Also regarding vision issues:. I have older friends who fall or feel unstable when walking. They never wore glasses and never had an eye doctor. When they finally agreed to go to an eye doctor, he found that they had cataracts! It is a gradual condition so they hadn't noticed. Once they had cataract surgery, they could see clearly, regained balance and didn't need magnifying glasses! Worth checking out.

[@bearfog07]

There was a couple of things you missed, it isn't your area of expertise though, but some medications or treatments, could cause dizziness or vertigo as well as moving too suddenly, and being tired. Thanks, Brad x

[@BobandBrad]

That is true

[@patriciaclark7342]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@antiowarr9467]

I wish I found you guys 4 years ago when I had my stroke and lose sight and balance and went deaf in 1 ear, I'll stop their for now; don't want to depress anyone. But since I found guys things have gotten much better. Thx very much. cheers Still like to see the info on the lymphatic system!!!!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you are getting better! Better late than never :)

[@davehysom2636]

The best solution I know for balance and aging requires a time-travel machine. At 66 I stumble a lot but never fall. Why? Long ago I learned to skate backwards, and this rewired my brain regarding balance. Now when I'm walking and stumble and start to fall, I instinctively "reach up" instead of "bend over and catch yourself on your hands." (There's a couple of other things I wish I'd learned when younger. So if anyone has a working time-machine, please get in touch. )

[@allstrongfitness]

Just filmed a fall prevention in seniors podcast on my channel last week. How timely!

[@BobandBrad]

That's great!

[@jimbeckyAdventures]

Great video thanks so much. My wife and I will be working on this in our motorhome because my balance sucks.

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome. Hopefully it will help you with your sucky balance :)

[@peterbrooks9984]

Best wishes to Bob.

[@itadowler6412]

Thank you. Accidentally I did these exercises in the pool yesterday. I had no idea I was doing the right thing for my balance. I fall a lot for various reasons

[@johnlawrence2757]

Balance is a conscious process involving co-ordinating information received from all the organs of perception and then instructing the physiology accordingly. This is obvious from watching a baby making its first attempts to stand upright, then remaining upright as it takes its first steps. In the elderly the mental processes begin to operate in a less efficient manner partly because of thoughts streaming through the awareness Old people therefore need to make a conscious effort to focus on the routine processes of physical behaviour which in earlier life have been entirely instinctual

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Longtime fan, great vid. One little request: could you possibly put a list of the exercises on screen at the end of each vid? I could take a screen shot and use it when I go to do them.

[@patriciaclark7342]

GOOD LUCK DEAR!

[@lindahamilton1659]

Thanks guys. This explains so much with what’s going on with me. I appreciate ya

[@BobandBrad]

We appreciate you too!! Keep up the great work!

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Linda, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@dianat5305]

Bob and Brad videos are excellent. These guys are the real deal giving excellent, and understandable instructions which include variations for different people depending on their ability. I am making great improvement in my balance, and arthritis (from other videos)

[@kathyharmon2093]

Almost 67( still working as a nurse 😊) I checked all the boxes, no problems at this stage 😄

[@marylouise2169]

Mike is doing a great job! Big hugs to Bob! ❤❤ and Brad too :-)

[@amyhenningsgard8618]

Thanks guys!❤️

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Amy, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@annmariesantoro]

excellent and practical.....i will practice today.....thanks

[@flocrisp6307]

I love your videos. I share them in one of my FB groups often. This video, Brad, I could hear you just fine, but I had to put my phone up to my ear to hear Mike. Otherwise, as usual, great video! Thanks for always sharing your thoughts, advice, and expertise. Continued prayers for Bob.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you so much for sharing our videos!! That's awesome! And thank you for the prayers, Bob is much appreciative :)

[@timothygeorgefay1]

Hello Flo, it's a great pleasure meeting you here, may God bless you and your family... How are you doing over there? And how are your business and family?

[@sbanerjeesujoy]

Well explained and effectively demonstrated. Thanks.

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear, thank you!

[@jacquelineclauson4891]

I’m a 53 year old female and I fall a lot due to leg weakness as you said. Mine was caused by avoiding movement due to fibromyalgia pain.

[@michellemartinov6267]

Usually I have help when I fall - 8 dogs, 4 really large, 2 medium and 2 small. Just think of a scenario and I’ve probably experienced it lol! I fell the other day on a missed step on stairs carrying my boyfriends really big bird outside. Slammed down on both knees, twisted my ankle and hit my elbow - but the first thing I worried about was the bird who, of course, was fine. I have terrible joints - 8 knee surgeries, 3 back surgeries and still need 2 total knees and bunion repairs bilaterally. And yoga helps me.

[@painiacs83]

Bot i needed this! My balance is awful. Try to work on it alot as I also have Osteoporosis

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help, best of luck!

[@patriciaclark7342]

PRAY GOD CAN HELP!

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

3000 miles on an electric bike over 18 months got me so much better, started when I was 68. I am lucky in that I can do that every day regardless of weather.

[@nonoydennisgemarino1866]

YOU DID GOOD JOB FOR HUMANITY .. LOVE YOU GUYS ..

[@freedomwillring6749]

I'm in my mid 50s and I'm in construction and often working aloft. To keep up my balance i ski, ride a skateboard and a bicycle; depending on the season.

[@maliniesj6060]

So so helpful. Thank you so much.

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome

[@jennyhodges4056]

very good info/am 78 and have noticed my balance is poor/video supports the tai chi i have been doing

[@ScorpioMissBrenda]

Guys, I watch a lot of your videos. And I am very grateful that you put these out there.😊

[@hoopdr3amz23]

How is Bob doing?

[@BobandBrad]

Bob is good!

[@marilynackerman9185]

good to hear, I miss him

[@terryvandyke5975]

Always enjoy learning new things from you guys!❤❤