Exercises for Better Balance: The Stand Strong Workout for Fall Prevention and Longevity - Softcover

Smith, William

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1578265754 ISBN 13: 9781578265756

Publisher: Hatherleigh Press, 2015

Synopsis

IMPROVE YOUR BALANCE WITH THE STAND STRONG PROGRAM

Good balance is essential. Recent scientific studies point to good balance as an indicator for longevity.

As we age, our balance and coordination begin to diminish, leading to a higher risk of falls. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury among Americans over age 65. The Stand Strong workout presented in this handbook will guide you to improved balance through simple, easy to follow exercises.

Now you can reclaim your independence and restore your confidence by improving your coordination and regaining your sense of balance by using Exercises for Better Balance as your guide to freedom and mobility, while helping you to lessen the risks of falls, improve your posture, and restore motor control, all while increasing your strength and energy.

Exercises for Better Balance builds balance through resistance exercises, flexibility, and cardiovascular activities that fit any schedule.

Exercises for Better Balance includes:
- A detailed overview of how exercise can help improve balance
- Clear, informative pictures of safe, effective exercises
- Detailed instructions on how to perform each movement
- A complete fitness approach to recovering balance
- A training log to track your progress

Featuring expert-approved fitness techniques, with options ranging from resistance training to mobility movements, Exercises for Better Balance is the all-in-one resource for anyone looking to stand strong and walk proud!

About this title

About the Author

William Smith, MS, CSCS, MEPD, has been working in healthcare and wellness, including medically-based exercise therapy for elderly, pre- and post-rehabilitative, and special needs clients for many years. Will is a recognized national expert in health and wellness and has lectured at recognized centers of wellness including Canyon Ranch. Will currently teaches at UMDNJ Physical Therapy at Rutgers University and works for a top-rated healthcare system in New Jersey.

Dean Padavan, M.D. is board certified in both Sports Medicine and Internal Medicine. He currently practices Sports Medicine for the Atlantic Health System in New Jersey and has offices in Morristown and Sparta. He is the associate team Internist for the New York Jets, and the team physician for College of St. Elizabeth in Morristown, NJ and Pope John High School in Sparta, NJ. He is the associate program director for the Atlantic Sports Health Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship and is extensively involved with the academic research program.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hatherleigh Press
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1578265754
• ISBN 13: 9781578265756
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 112