UPDATED 7 Best Beginner Balance Exercises | Start Your Balance Program Today

[@claudiachernitsky7721]

Excellent Beth! i teach exercise for seniors and this is one of the best videos i saw.thanks!

[@MovementFunction]

Fantastic! Thank you Claudia. I'm glad you can use these exercises with your seniors. Please check out my other balance exercise videos, too, including the video using a foam pad. Here is the playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLQ3ggWrvWXyCUBhpuzS-P7C0NDQWAmI6s

[@elizabethplane9868]

Thank you so much. Just the simple counter touch lessens the fear so much.

[@lindamiller726]

Hey Beth, I love this new updated video!!! You've really gone to extreme with more in depth content both visually and stimulating. Woo hoo! Can't wait for this to resolve. I'm loyal. Thank you, thank you!

[@MovementFunction]

Linda, thank you so much for your generous words and your enthusiasm!! I'm thrilled you like this video and you're working hard to make progress! Woo hoo! Thank you for sharing your comment!

[@marlenenix5229]

Really helps to reduce anxiety

[@allanrichardpacis7175]

This is very helpful content for people with balance impairment like me. Thank you.

[@MovementFunction]

You're welcome, Allan. So glad this is helpful for you!

[@lucius10]

Excellent exercises. Especially that exercise with the sharp turn at the end of the walk is brilliant and very important.👍

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

Thank you so much for sharing. I have been so dizzy for so long, I have no idea how I am going to do these, but do these I will. I am so discouraged, which usually is not my style, but for some reason this time I am quite discouraged, maybe my body is healing itself. I pray so. I have been sick for so long, I have forgotten what it is to feel 'normal'. All I have gotten since 1997, from doctors and emergency room visits is "go to the psychiatrist." I am so thankful that the Lord makes us encounter people such as yourself who share their knowledge. I pray He sends you wisdom that can only come from above. Again, thank you so much for sharing.

[@MovementFunction]

Lifeisgood-Victoria, you're very welcome and I thank you for the blessings! You might also benefit from my vestibular rehabilitation series and the breathing exercise videos. Here is the link to the beginner vestibular video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqO1qHSan79papY. And here is the link to the playlist with videos focused on breathing: kzbin.info/aero/PLQ3ggWrvWXyBG09cIQCkWzdP2IkaPydVt. All the best!

[@Melody-285]

I have been struggling with this for 3 months & I know exactly what you mean about not feeling normal - I have some better days than others but this is a miserable feeling - and just came out of the clear blue sky - are you any better than when you wrote ? Blessings to you from Florida ☺️

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

@@Melody-285 Somewhat. Some days r not good at all, but I am still here. Have u gone 2 a good chiropractor? Sometimes it helps. I v a friend that has horrible vertigo many x ends in the ER, and she started going 2 a functional chiropractor and she says it is helping. We'll see. I hv no doubt that u will find help. Blessings.

[@Melody-285]

@@lifeisgood-victoria796 I went for physical therapy but then I found out my ENT does more comprehensive vestibular testing - I haven’t gotten the results yet - I think I’ll wait for those and then maybe go to a chiropractor - I may see a neurologist , also - this is just such a miserable feeling - if I was still working, I would have had to quit …. I have been doing neck strengthening exercises, which seems to help

[@thumiesthumy]

Thank you for the video. It’s useful to me as I am having balance issue due to my vestibular problem.

[@MovementFunction]

You're welcome, Thumeshan. And thank you for subscribing to the channel! I think you have already gone through my vestibular rehab series, but in case your haven't seen those videos yet, here is the playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLQ3ggWrvWXyCUEuTMRbU8qloDwYvWBbqb

[@likeretirement3245]

have trouble doing single leg deadlifts - hopefully I can use these exercises to progress

[@chasing_mentalclarity]

Hi Beth, I am thankful that I found that I am suffering from Pppd for last few years cz all my mri reports and ear test came normal and doctors told me it is because of stress. I took medicines but of no use so gradually I got used to such lifestyle with dizziness and stress, anxiety. Only few days ago i found that I have pppd and exercise can help cure it and become to normal.

[@MovementFunction]

Olly Goswami, I"m glad you found my channel. Have you seen my video focused specifically on PPPD? Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6rZpWt7gtF7rtU. All the best to you!

[@layalymerie1502]

Thank you very much for your great content... you can't imagine how useful it is for my VoR ❤

[@MovementFunction]

Layaly, you're very welcome! I'm so glad it's helpful for you! Thank you for sharing your feedback!

[@carmelinaignelzi9359]

yes, subscribed. you are reinforcing my pd therapy

[@MovementFunction]

Carmelina, thank you for subscribing to my channel! Every subscriber and 'like' on the video lets KZbin know it's valuable so that they promote this video to help other people who could benefit. So, thank you very much!!

[@edsteinmetz3328]

Thank you for sharing....

[@dralmasri6659]

how to work on mental and emotional component ? what is the best way to reach max of confidence ??

[@mosheofer]

Going to intermediate balance video. C U

[@rezazeinizadeh9541]

Could you perform some exercises for shaking hands please Thank you

[@MovementFunction]

You might try the exercises in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3bPfZ5-ap1ph6M

[@robrybacki9434]

What would you recommend for general unsteadiness. I suffered a subarachnoid brain bleed 5 years ago. I recovered completely except I frequently feel unsteady. Not sure if I should do your vestibular program or the balance one. Your great Beth for all of your programs!

[@MovementFunction]

Rob, I'm glad you are finding my videos helpful! I recommend the balance series of exercises. All the best!

[@user-xt2pe3fo4x]

Hi should I be aiming to do this once a day? This is my first time. Thankyou

[@MovementFunction]

Yes, once a day is great. You can do them all at once or break them up and do them at different times, whatever is most tolerable and works with your life/schedule the best.

[@shanali9742]

Too much exlent video

[@cinematicmemoir]

When recovering from BPPV, are there any movements that should be avoided for life? I understand there is always the possibility to dislodge an ear crystal at any point, but once several weeks have passed, is it the best to continue with normal routines completely, or should downward dog or head positions below the horizon be avoided altogether, for only a few months, for life? I understand that your response is an opinion only. I was fairly active before I got BPPV (worked out 5x/week) and I'm wondering if I need to return to workouts with a permanent slightly handicapped mentality or slowly ease back into normal routines without absolute limitations...any thoughts are appreciated and I am working with a Vestibular Therapist and ENT (both have slightly different opinions).

[@MovementFunction]

This is an excellent question and the answer tends to vary greatly depending on who you ask and on your history. If you've only had one occurrence of BPPV and it is resolving well, then (in my professional opinion) you can begin to return to normal activities after a few weeks rest. The key is gradual return, very gradual return. In order to do downward dog for example, start with movements or positions that bring your head to about 45 degrees forward/side/back, then work toward 90 (horizontal), then work very slowly toward positions below horizontal. Gradually increase the angle, speed of movement, repetitions and duration. So, you might take one month of doing yoga 2-3 times/week with progressively lower head positions before you get to your first downward dog. If you are a runner, start by building up walking speed, then add 30 seconds jog, then 1 minute jog, etc., and build up to a 5 minute jog over the course of a month. That is the best way to return to previous activity without a major setback AND learn IF there are positions or movements that you really should avoid all together. All the best!

[@cinematicmemoir]

@@MovementFunction Thank you for your reply, your videos have helped me through this before I could even get an appointment with a vestibular physical therapist!

[@mosheofer]

Greetings Dr. Wagner, I recently discovered your videos since I have balance problem. With one exception the other 6 were easy for me and I hardly used support. I failed the "one leg standing". I have Parkinson's decease. I exercise on a regular basis using videos of specialists. Their exercises help except for giving confidence for balance mainly standing on one leg. This is the reason that outside I'm using rolator since the surface is not copletely smooth. My question is: should I continue to your other beginner excersises since the other 6 in this video are very easy for me? Looking forward for your advice. Thank you.

[@MovementFunction]

Feel free to begin the intermediate balance video and continue practicing the single leg balance. My videos are meant to build on each other but it is very common for some exercises to be easier than others. Add in new ones that are challenging, leaving behind the easy ones.

[@mosheofer]

@@MovementFunction Thank you very, very much for your educated advice. You are a real human being. I'll try it today and inform you how I performed.😇

[@jasperzabnet]

Hi. Will these exercises be ok to do after a stroke to help regain my balance? 😊

[@MovementFunction]

Hi Jeannette. Yes, these could be very helpful to regain balance after a stroke. All the best!

[@nekontam4210]

Hello, thank you for the explanations, what do you recommend for pppd as consequence of heavy strong bppv attacks for a while

[@MovementFunction]

ne kontam, have you seen my video on PPPD? I include many recommendations in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6rZpWt7gtF7rtU

[@mrstevek118]

Does this work for someone that had a stroke

[@MovementFunction]

Steve, yes, these exercises are appropriate for stroke rehab. I can't say how much improvement you'll see as there are many variables that contribute to overall recovery of balance and function following stroke. These exercises will help restore balance.

[@leeleez516]

how many times should you do each exercise? How long?

[@MovementFunction]

The suggested repetitions and duration are included in the video during each exercise toward the end of the exercise.

[@fatimahassan1370]

If I am doing the beginners exercise for a month How many times in a day should I do it I am having balancing problems for a while now Swaying when I am standing and also feel lightheaded most of the time Also get short amount of pain in both my ears Sometimes the right ear and sometimes the left For how long should I continue with the exercises I can feel a bit of improvement in my balance since I started the beginners exercise Thanks

[@MovementFunction]

Fatima Hassan, once a day is plenty for the balance exercises. Lightheadedness and ear pain suggest an inner ear issue... have you seen your primary care doctor and an ENT (ear, nose, throat doctor)? If you have vestibular dysfunction, you might benefit from doing the exercises in my beginner vestibular rehab video (after seeing your doctor to be sure these exercises are appropriate for you...). Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqO1qHSan79papY

[@sabwiyahzkitchen1039]

Salam kesi tabyt h apki ab?

[@Antonija-ik5ml]

Is it normal to symptoms to start while doing this? Mine start at those excercises with feet together

[@MovementFunction]

I am not sure what symptoms you are referring to. Since these exercises challenge the balance system, it is normal to feel off balanced with the more challenging exercises.

[@joneybiswas2725]

Hello... I am facing issues related to my vestibular... I feel swaying while standing still or sitting... Which are the best exercise for me

[@MovementFunction]

Hello Joney Biswas, I have posted a series of videos on vestibular rehabilitation. I recommend starting with the beginner vestibular video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqO1qHSan79papY

[@Deshauncoi]

Bruh what does this has to do with balance

[@AparnaBL]

What is not though and more over you came for beginnners