Balance (Exercise Prescription)

Question 1

How do we challenge balance?

Answer 1

• Reduce BOS (stand on 1 leg)
• Remove a balance system (vision - close eyes)
• Increase instability (add uneven / unstable surface)
• Add a movement (turn head / move arm / leg)
• Add a distraction (pass / throw / kick a ball)
• Add cognitive challenge (count back in 7s)
  (Little and often – it is hard and can be painful)