Balance!

Balance is a learned trait. A babys progression to walking is accomplished by gaining strength, improving coordination, receiving encouragement and by practicing. If we learned it once, we can also relearn it later.The electronic age has contributed to a sedentary life style. In addition, ranch homes, curb cuts, escalators, and elevators have eliminated stairs from our daily routines. Safety concerns also discourage many from walking for exercise. The predictable reality is a weaker, balance challenged population.The purpose of this publication is to provide the unstable reader with a practical guide to restore flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and function.