Coming in early 2020!
Balance 2.0: Preventing Falls with Exercise
Can I Help My Aging Parent? I've been working one on one with my father, to help him regain strength and avoid a fall. This book explains our journey and includes many of the same exercises I am teaching him.
Facts about Falls:
Falls are the leading cause of injury, emergency room visits, and hospitalizations for seniors in North America. Every 11 seconds, an emergency room in the United States sees a senior fall victim. Falls can reduce independence and accelerate the need for long-term care. The good news is that you can reduce the risk of falling with simple exercises that anyone can easily learn. This book provides a home-based fall prevention workout that doesn’t require special equipment, sweating, or getting down on the floor. The exercises improve balance, increase muscle and bone strength, and liberate joints throughout your body. Modifications are provided to make each sequence easier or more challenging.
The book is divided into three easy-to-follow sections: The Problem: Falling, The Solution: Not Falling, and The Action Plan: How to Not Fall. Fifteen foundational exercises are described in detail and accompanied with illustrations. The exercises are designed to be tackled one at a time, so you can fit them into your daily life at your own leisure. By doing so, you will increase your strength, improve your posture, and boost your confidence — all vital components in preventing a fall.
The book is divided into three easy-to-follow sections: The Problem: Falling, The Solution: Not Falling, and The Action Plan: How to Not Fall. Fifteen foundational exercises are described in detail and accompanied with illustrations. The exercises are designed to be tackled one at a time, so you can fit them into your daily life at your own leisure. By doing so, you will increase your strength, improve your posture, and boost your confidence — all vital components in preventing a fall.