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surprised by some muscles that are trig- gered that are otherwise less engaged dur- ing traditional exercises. No matter where you start, it only takes a few minutes of bal- ance work a day to make a diff erence,” says Los Angeles fi tness trainer Kollins Ezekh, emphasizing the added benefi t of improved posture that naturally reduces lower back stress and resulting chronic pain. Balance training also packs a posi-
tive punch for brain health by focusing the mind and improving cognitive function while lowering stress levels.
Everyday Activity Being proactive throughout the day and adopting simple habits have far-reaching eff ects. “Start in the morning when you’re getting dressed for the day and pay atten- tion to which foot you balance on fi rst to put your legs in your pants. Consciously do the opposite. When you’re drying your hair or brushing your teeth, balance on your tip toes,” suggests Mansour. Ross recommends staying active in the
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daily routines. “Make a point of breaking up long periods of sitting like desk work and [watching] television. Get up and play with the kids instead of watching them. If you can, do your own housecleaning and yard work instead of hiring someone. Find a sport that you can engage in as you age. For instance, you might play tennis in your 20s and 30s and then pickleball and Ping-Pong in your 50s.” No matter what type of training we
choose, there’s a way to fi t in balance ele- ments. “You can try yoga, where the diff erent poses really challenge your balance strength,” says Ezekh. “When doing weight training, you can do lateral exercises with dumb- bells on your shoulders or even squatting movements. You need to use your balance strength to prevent yourself from swaying or toppling over. Even exercises like walking down steps require proper levels of balance.”
A Steady Diet Vitamin B12
-rich foods, including whole-
grain cereals, plant-sourced milks, eggs, sardines and nutritional yeast, as well as resveratrol-rich fruits like grapes or blue- berries, can help improve coordination and motor function. A 2016 study published in the Journal of Physical T erapy Science
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