Seniors: Best 10 Exercises to improve Balance and Walking: : Complete Course

[@totizabayle377]

I am 81 and there was a time when my balance was really off cause I gained extra pounds being lazy and eating crazy. I decided to exercise more by daily walking to the park swinging my kamagong stick left right and up down motion. Before going to bed I walk around the house for 1 hour and do 10 pounder weights 4 times a week. I eat more protein a d less carb in smaller quantity. My balance is in order now but still careful about falls. Good and sensible video.

[@sharonlane5647]

Thank you! I am 80 years old and find I am falling more. Last fall was an injury to my knee that took a long time to heal. I need this so much. I am very grateful to you for providing this information. Bless you.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thanks!

[@hewahilipitigesimonranawee7333]

Iam from srilanka I like this exercise iam going to do this exercise

[@shamapustam9310]

Thanks I will try these Excercises

[@DorisPeacock-wo1jx]

God bless you Sharon!

[@CarolJohnson-c6s]

I fell and broke my knee. It took 6 months to get over. I have been having balance issues I think every thing got weak. I needed these thanks

[@54RockLock]

Wow. Just WOW! After a sedentary year recovering from long Covid, I (at 79 years old) ended up with severe balance/equilibrium problems. I walked like a drunk, always with a feeling I was about to fall. Last week I began this program. The routine takes me about a half hour after breakfast each morning. After only one week I've had an extraordinary improvement. I think I'll be dedicating a half-hour each day to this exercise for the rest of my life. Thank you, Doug.

[@carolminion]

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[@deedoyle4069]

Thanks for your thoughts! I've been asking the medics-AMA for Five years to give me physical Therapy. Balance is gone; NEED help. I'm 86, and had a VERY active life. Now....zheeesh. If you got a good reaction in just a week....WOW...that sure encourages me!

[@gwendevilliers7232]

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[@draza-x4b]

Great video i had a stroke and my balance suffered so i am an a walker this video is great it gives me hope thank you so much.

[@rhonddasellars8953]

I do squats on a Bossa ball, curved side down. Standing on the centre of the flat side. I hold a 5 pound weight in each hand and work my arms at the same time. I am 73 years old. I have been doing this exercise for at least 10 years. It’s great for balance.

[@pamsinclair2055]

This is the best comprehensive, realistic program I have seen. Thanks for encouraging me to get back to doing what I know works.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Great to hear!

[@gotcha1737]

Hi ,at 86,Just starting to feel balance changing!Ive started these CONSISTENTLY and find them VERY useful!Thanks for your THOROUGH presentation!(I added the Yoga TREE posture too )

[@Paula-i5l]

14:18 I could only do the first four exercises. I just started Physical therapy after experiencing a TIA Stroke April 2023. So it's been ten months? I need to challenge myself ( not too much) I will be doing these exercises everyday with my weekly Physical therapy. So grateful that was led to this channel.😊😊😊

[@mahabirthakur3146]

TIA isTransient Ischemic Attack

[@smitaainapure5026]

These are excellent excercises. Must do!

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Glad you like them!

[@KarenAldrich]

3:59 😊

[@nancybryant4325]

Thanks. I’m 75 yrs old and in fairly good health but I’ve noticed in the last year my balance seems a little off. I’ve come close to falling more than once. I tried these exercises and some were easier than others. I will keep doing them to improve my balance.

[@AnaRatu-g3j]

Yes, myself too, Nancy.

[@jkd6969]

1. Standing heel to toe 2. Heel raises 10 times 3 3. Single leg stand for 20sec times 3 each side 4. Side step, 3 times to left and right 5. Pillow squats 3 times 10 6. Walk heel to toe like on a tight rope 7. Backward walking 8. Tapping on step 20 times on each side 9. Step over object, then step back. 20 times forward and back. 10. Stair step,step down and back up, 10 times each. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@IceCubes-k1d]

Great info!!! Fell few times latelÿ. Doc said to check internet for exercises. Found some , plus yours . Started 2 weeks ago. Some improvement. Age 78. Thanks. ❤ 😊 🎉

[@mikeengland8449]

These are Gold Standard exercises. Thank you.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Glad you like them!

[@nancyoconnor6693]

I am in PT right now to work on my walking. Most of these exercises have been given to me to do. My balance was terrible when I started. Now it's much better. The exercises help if you put in the effort. Keep trying if you start, you will improve.

[@antoninagarasoneill8462]

Lost vision one eye..and my equilibrium went bad..thank you so much Dr.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Wonderful!

[@mathiasfallis5537]

From reading the comments you are providing excellent training for loss of balance. I’m 76 but act like I’m 90, constantly looking for support to be stable. Your exercises have made a tremendous difference already. Thank you for sharing this valuable information with us. Dance lessons are still in the cards!!

[@54RockLock]

Thanks so much for this video. Clear, concise and to the point. I'm having a tough time with balance and walking after a lengthy period in a recliner with long Covid. This is just what my 79-year-old carcass needs.

[@ravalnathprabhu6902]

I am 94 years old and happy to tell you that I have regained my balance just in four weeks of doing seven exercises out of recommend ten. It's a wonderful feeling to be able to walk without the help of a walking stick now. Thanks to you Dr Doug.

[@radharaniadi2559]

I am doing since a month. Total improvements in all areas. The first one and standing on one leg I can do for half minute without holding. Very good and simple , with loads of benefit exercises.

[@grahambone4615]

Well worth a try, I will give it a go, thank you

[@patricianelson9164]

I’m 79 and did these before for balance. Need to-do them again. Going to try. Thanks

[@carolyntodd979]

after being diagnosed with parkinsons three years ago i noticed that i didn't want to go out for a walk it felt difficult for the first time in my life. I have always had dogs and was always active and just couldn't understand it. the less i could do the less i did. I am now on the right track watching the video complete course

[@olivemd]

These are the exercises I do in my kitchen when preparing meals. I tore a calf muscle one and a half years ago. Three months ago I finally could stand on my toes! I still go to Physio, and it’s nice to see improvement. I just started doing thirty three times a day. No pain. They look so simple compared to what I did before, but they do work. I was letting depressed and wanted to give up. I’m 73 years old.

[@mamotsearemakoko1078]

I like the exercises and I am going to try them. I am 78 years old with Sciatica and weak joints I am not able to walk upright, I am using the crutches.

[@marciasinger]

So appreciate corroboration: I'm 78 teaching what I call "yoga-cise" and doing a version of 7 of your 10. It DOES work, so pleased to encounter your work. PS I began with Zen walking meditation years back. Thanks --for the 'tapping' onto a stepping stool exercise, and reminding me about stepping back and forth over an object. (I used to use a staircase --and it really DOES help balance.) Another I love? Walking mindfully along curbs, especially long stretches of them, where traffic doesn't interfere. Sta bene, everybody .

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thanks!

[@ciral2872]

I’m 70 and trying to stand up to put on jeans is a comedy of errors. My balance is shot. But after spending a couple of days at the countertop, I’ve noticed a marked improvement! God bless you and thank you! 🙏

[@kathyscott7098]

❤❤❤❤❤ this video 😊😊😊😊

[@deedoyle4069]

You, too? How well you said it ! Jeans Comedy Hour takes 15 min. Longer with the help of my 3 cats.😄

[@paulpflaumer4941]

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[@nicolaslade6733]

Did you realise what an amazing optical illusion your benchtop is? I thought the guy was holding onto a ledge. Then, after a while the camera angle must have changed slightly and I saw the bench top. Great exercises.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Funny! I really didnt see that.

[@deedoyle4069]

@@neurolasticinstitute424 I saw it & wondered about the flooring that went up the wall....? = a giggle... Thanks for the lessons! I sure need 'em!

[@lorraineeason3756]

What great advice especially for the older generation. Thank you and I will certainly be doing these.

[@rachelrodriguez932]

Thank you so much. I’ve noticed lately how much I need to work on balance. These exercises look like something I can do. I am very motivated to get started today. God bless you!

[@shankarkakarla4838]

Self balance is most important after 65 years. Very good information for senior citizens. Thank you very much👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@bbh7178]

Thank you. This is excellent.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

You're very welcome!

[@joycemiraglia280]

Thank You for for sharing these PT exercises. I had to take PT for 7 weeks and did really good but due to some health issues became weak again and I felt the need to do something to help improve my balance and walking on mu own. I was so glad your KZbin channel came up on my tablet cause these were the exact exercises my Therapist was having me do before. So I'm definitely going to follow your instructions. Bye from Ohio🌹

[@claudiajames891]

Thanks for your excellent exercises & clear instructions ! I look forward to improving my strength & ability to balance myself!❤❤

[@janetholm6209]

How do save this video

[@mindabuhat6035]

Thank you Doug, I followed with all my heart and feel better.❤

[@barbarabrennand7016]

Thank you this has been a very good video. I'm 74 years old and have parkinson's. That makes balance very difficult. I'm looking forward to trying these exercises.

[@margaretsleigh6273]

Thankyou for this video. It is exactly what I need. I have spinal stenosis in lumbar spine. 3 discs are wrecked. Also arthritis spurs. Rheumatologist says exercise cannot correct problem but as GP says, it will improve my position.

[@OfficialStevenCravis]

Incredibly clear and helpful instruction.

[@sivagamikalyanasundaram5725]

Iam sivagami kalyanasundaram in tamilnadu chennai.Its very useful video. Thankyou so much.

[@27462547]

Thank you sir. I am 65 years old. Started facing neuropathy issue. I am sure will start doing these exercises as per your instructions. Thank you once again.

[@sarojmavani8439]

Hi I am 73 I needed this I am straggling to look after my health I saw the video and I am extremely happy to learn this thanks a lot god bless you .live a long healthy life .🙂

[@bob5176]

I have been Diagnosed with PMR. Walking now is very strange for me. I feel as though I cannot turn my head in case I loose my balance. Such a weird feeling I have. I have always been a swimmer walker ect. But now I don’t seem to have the confidence I still walk. But lack my confidence in really stepping out. Thank you Doug ❤

[@iloveallhishallmarkmovies3913]

LOVE these exercises and you explained it so well! Thank you so much much. I LOVE ❤️ all your videos.

[@AmirAli-fe8wu]

Thank you for your support and your kind help I’m using one at a time and I am very grateful for your help thank you

[@fukumoristar7176]

Im 61 I always fall due edema , I'm acidic, even wear mij Shoes is not easy..due fluid in my body ..now I am dieting..I will try this exercise . more power ❤ thank you

[@francismusso7644]

Good balance program doug. Very dynamic. Am a retired P.T. NYU 1981 graduate. I would add fast ambulation over smooth surfaces, progressing to rough and uneven surfaces with good reciprocal arm swing. I always use a gait belt when they first start on both types of surfaces. Step tempo emphasized at all times and would call out the tempo like a marching Sgt. in the military. I was a Capt. in the US Army. Worked at Walter Reed Army Hospital. Best wishes and Happy New Year Doug. Fran

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thanks! Yes. That would be a good addition

[@dawncoulas7198]

Chicks peas pancakes 17:29

[@jimshoe402]

No Fall Since CANE !!! Like 9 months !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@btyboopers41bm]

Thank you so much for this video, after just a short illness that caused non activity for a few months! I have severe inability to balance and need to hold on the something to walk I was given PT for 3 weeks after my release from the hospital which included 2 of these exercises. Your video explains so much more and has so many more for me to try. I had given up hope of EVER walking normally until now. You are so very much appreciated. Thank you 😊

[@sandraguidry3602]

No I’m

[@rosariomanahan8727]

There’s hope. We just need to push ourselves. Thanks, Doug.

[@jacquelynhuff8255]

These are great ❤

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thank you!

[@donnahall4040]

So glad iund your video. One of the best I have seen. Thank you so much. I am 68 and will be starting this tomorrow. ❤

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

You are so welcome!

[@annabellelingad1549]

This give me hope i am 62 years old dialysis patient my out of balance is bad i will try this thank you doc for sharing tis exercise.

[@Trishrob]

Thank you! You are such a blessing. I need resources for 93 year old mom. (92 was a hard year...she is determined to improve on her balance) please keep sharing, easy for 93 year old, I need resources for that age. Thanks for being our blessing 🙌

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

You are so welcome!

[@colourinmyrainbow]

Thank you for this! I recently turned 70 and my balance is definitely not what it used to be T_T I will be doing these religiously! For the first exercise, I can't keep my arms at my side but lift them up and hold them out for added balance... hopefully I'll be able to stop that soon!

[@suerussell328]

Love this challenge just what I need, just when I needed it! I feel confident I can do this within a couple months. It will give me confidence and build my proprioception! YES!!! Thanks for all the detail.

[@sheiladesoysa7112]

Thanks for this video. Very easy doable exercises.

[@donnaeiler3179]

I’m 72 do balance KZbin’s every day. Walking backwards is a challenge and I have bunions, flat feet and neuropathy as well as old ankle injuries so tippee toes does not compute. I can put my pants on with minimum steadying💕

[@luciehsuen8981]

Thank you for this balance exercises. They were simple & easy to follow. I teach yoga & senior exercises the tutorial will be helpful. Understanding our balance is important. Engaging our core our centre is important in balancing. 👍

[@jothimelva1256]

Veruhood

[@paulforsythe8775]

I am exactly at this time in my life. Thank you for sharing this with everyone.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Your not alone!

[@radharaniadi2559]

When i did the first one my whole body was shaking. I understood how poor, the balance of my body. Very simple and best exercises sir.

[@yahayabello3597]

Very under standing excercise

[@dineshtripathi1891]

May I get a hindi version sir

[@neizep-krugmann7425]

Just saw your video. Very interesting. I will try as you describe. I have problems walking straight up without a cane. Will these exercises help me ? I am 79 and my walking problems started about 1 year ago. Thanks.

[@sharon4881]

Qqpya

[@lakshmikosuru3693]

Very nice thanks sir

[@albyPleiter]

Thankyou very much for these simple explained exercises. You speak well and slowly.. Will keep doing these for years to come. Aussie Alby

[@raylotfi1318]

Good job. First thank you for not asking personal info. Second, I can do all that means I am good.

[@AnneBush-j1e]

Thank you so very much. You are really helping seniors. Good wishes to you.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Appreciate that.

[@AliyarSHL]

Thank you Sir, practicable and achievable exercises.I have past 88 ,and this is very useful.

[@NeeraKooyela]

Many many endless thanks 4 sharing your knowledge God will bless u abundandly

[@thedancingdivaofdaviestree2320]

Oddly, as a dancer I find the first exercises to be the hardest - I have a malaligned pelvis from a yoga injury - but the rest get easier and easier. I wonder why that is? Thanks for these, Doug - they are wonderful exercises. And you quickly see results. I'm 70 and had a fall, and doing these exercises several times a week and learning how to fall safely from another video gave me the confidence back you lose after a bad fall!

[@ysabelhopkins2979]

Thanks, I hope they help me to improve balance

[@thedancingdivaofdaviestree2320]

@@ysabelhopkins2979 Just keep at them - I'm seeing results and able to do most of them more and more easily. I'm also practicing falling the RIGHT way - I did it the WRONG way and got a slight concussion as I face planted and could have fractured or broken my wrist. Thankfully both head and arm are still strong. But now with falling safely videos, I'm learning to "Tuck and Roll." With practice, I hope to be able to fall safely! Others seniors have - these work. Thanks again, Doug, this is a wonderfully helpful video.

[@markwyse7925]

Great exercises and it really helps. Thank you so much. God bless you.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

You're so welcome!

[@francescoparise7075]

Thank you for this video. I will definitely commit myself to these exercises.

[@barbaragensler9372]

😂thank you

[@maryholmes4536]

Thank you so much i am 84 yrs old .at last exercises i can actually do . 👏👏

[@swatisnigdha490]

Very helpful video for seniors..thank you so much for this free advise to all who need it !

[@chestergregory7712]

Great exercise and advice. Thank you very much. 🙏🍀🙏

[@fifthavenuegirl]

thank you my stroke side is the problem side. i had excellent balance before and on my right side

[@loriwilliamson5738]

Thank you! This was great info and demonstration.

[@bernadinagoenawan603]

Thank you very much, I need that. Im 85 years old, problem with my knee on the right side, GOD BLESS YOU Dr Doug. Jan 9, 2024.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Best of luck!

[@SherylBeutler]

Thank you for these exercises. I believe this is exactly what I needed. I will definitely subscribe and follow you. Thank you.

[@Atliermia]

I am a Potter. Many years ignored to strengthen legs. Now.... Realized need to Do 🌹

[@lillianburnett1998]

Thank you, i really need to do this exercise. I am watching from Australia.

[@NellieHoward-s9n]

Thank you. Will add this to my morning work out ❤

[@alexisDailey-r8s]

Thank you for clarity and simplicity of explanation and rationale!

[@gianeejugs687]

Thanks for your valuable tips i will try to imitate these daily very much apprecited

[@carmenochoa180]

Thank you sir from Australia to help people ❤

[@mymalobo]

Thank you for the demonstration, kind of you, as shall try it out at home and I am sure it will be beneficial for me

[@susanafan.854]

You sir are better by far than my pt, thank you soooo much

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thanks

[@lechaewilliams4524]

Thanks for sharing. Will definitely give it ago.

[@elenorbrodrick407]

Just started this today - it is well explained and I look forward to continuing. Thank you for sharing.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Wonderful!

[@zitagabriel3978]

Excellent. I've learnt so much . Thank you.

[@marybass7823]

Thank you for sharing these. I need to do them after a TBI a year ago and still not strong.

[@francisjohn4963]

Very simple and practical. Thank you very much for the support.

[@altagraceyanick6076]

For me, Exercise #9 is the most difficult! Thank you again.

[@marionbotelho6831]

Thanks for sharing this information, I will try this one I will practice this ,have a wonderful holiday. Thank again.

[@krishmurthyvasudevmurthy6909]

Thank u very much for your video.iam 73 years.iam knee pain. Know iam Alright. Iam doing every simple excerisess sir iam house wife

[@debrabish1494]

Because I hurt my groin bucking hay and general overworking always I have fallen 17 times mostly on my right knee-i can do the first three never holding on but my right leg is very much longer feeling-I go to an excellent chiro=I am trying to get back my amazing natural balance after so much injury for riding thank you debra

[@debrabish1494]

actually can do all no hands but it is difficult because my right leg is so hurt-tendonitis Thank you I love this ! debra

[@dotsyjmaher]

Thank you....I think I can do this ..I tried one of your other videoes last week and I felt good just STARTING.

[@alvinprettyman1802]

THANKS FOR POSTING VERY HELPFUL

[@paulashelton9061]

Excellent balance exercises! Thank you.

[@peruanitas123]

Excellent work, thank you!

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thank you too!

[@biswanathdutta1662]

Excellent video. Thanks

[@EmelineDhanoolal]

Very good exercises. I will do them.

[@goytomKidane-s4j]

thanks for the enlightenment you gave me .

[@joannekeller8716]

Great exercises, it sure will take perseverance! Thanks🤗

[@LatashaKoko]

Thank you for sharing freely with suffering humanity. God bless you richly

[@meredithbrown1603]

Great balance exercises to add to my routines,

[@rozyue1177]

For me the first and second exercises are the most challenging , strangely I can do all the others !!!

[@Kirra-Oz]

Excellent, much appreciated.

[@poolmilethirty2859]

Thank you so much for the visual explanation. I tune people out that just talk through instructions.

[@neurolasticinstitute424]

Thank you! You are so welcome!

[@limlanny8607]

Thanks for posting 👍very helpful 🙏

[@prakashmungekar3119]

Brilliant. Thanks .

[@BerdjouhiJeanet]

❤Thank you l will try this today❤

[@AnnSmith-hm9km]

Really great excersize.