Exercise – What’s in it for me?
What comes to mind when you think about the benefits of exercise? Many of us think “weight loss – if I could just lose that last 10 pounds……” True, regular exercise can help with weight […]
fall prevention
Don’t Fall For It: What To Do If You Fall
Unfortunately, despite your best efforts, you still might fall. If this happens, take a few deep breaths, and lie still for a few moments. This will give you a chance to get over the initial […]
Don’t Fall for It – Menacing Medications
Here’s another article in the “Don’t Fall For It” series: – important information about preventing falls. As an expert in older adult fitness, balance, and fall prevention, my passion is to help older adults thrive. […]
Don’t Fall For it – DANCE!!!
Did you know that dancing may reduce your risk for falls in older age? In a study published in JAMA Network Open, (the Journal of the American Medical Association) Sept. 25, 2020, researchers reviewed data […]
Don’t Fall for It – Inner Ear Mysteries Revealed!
One of the three sensory systems that our bodies use to maintain balance is located in your inner ear, called the vestibular system. When you turn your head, a fluid sloshes against tiny (microscopic!) […]
Don’t Fall for It – Eyes and Feet!
You might be surprised to learn that your eyes and your feet have a huge impact on your balance. Here’s why: Your body uses three different sensory systems to maintain balance: Vision – I’m sure […]
Don’t Fall For It – “Sit to Stands” are Grand!
I met with a new home client yesterday who told me that he falls all the time but assumed that this was a normal consequence of his clumsiness. Goodness NO! As you probably know, […]
Don’t Fall For It – Household Horrors
Here’s the first in a new series: “Don’t Fall for It” – important information about preventing falls. As an expert in older adult fitness, balance, and fall prevention, my passion is to help older adults […]