FYI about balancing on one leg:
"People who are middle-aged or older and can’t balance on one leg for 10 seconds are more likely to die in the next seven years than those who can do it, according to a study out this week."
And:
"Most of those who were over 70 were unable to complete the test."
I'm almost 70 and had no problem going 10 seconds and far beyond. Guess I'll live forever.
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That's an interesting way to gage body strength. I have joint hypermobility that interferes with my ability to balance which is just as well, because I wouldn't want that clock ticking away in my head. On the other hand, it feels great to be building up my leg strength again after my knee surgery earlier this year so I get what they mean about that.
Lauren
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July 24, 2022
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@Gwendolyn2018 That's a good point. It's amazing what we get accustomed to, and don't always realize what it could signal - or that it could be helped/fixed. It's good that you're so in tune with your body.
I teach exercise classes for the elderly and I include balance exercises. We use a chair and its there to hold onto if the participants aren't confident with their balance. I see that most of the participants do have trouble with their balance, I tell them to do these exercises at home too
MichelleGar1
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July 23, 2022
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@Gwendolyn2018 That's normal, I also teach quick reflex exercises for stopping a fall, it helps.
At 68, I can stand on one leg for longer than 10 seconds. On both legs.
LiterateHiker
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July 23, 2022
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I'm kinda scared to try.
hankster
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July 23, 2022
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@Gwendolyn2018 I'm quite apprehensive about my bliss.
@Gwendolyn2018 If ever I'm caught in the stand on one leg mood I will certainly look you up.
@Gwendolyn2018 I hear ya.
Well, I guess that will be helpful for budgeting for the future.
HippieChick58
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July 23, 2022
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