Exercises to improve balance can be split into two categories, static balance and dynamic balance. Static balance is our ability to hold our body in a specific position and posture while dynamic balance is our ability to maintain balance while moving our body and walking. Some of the examples are, Static Balance Exercises Perform 2-3 sets of each exercise as indicated. Begin with 10 seconds holds and gradually increase the time as you master each exercise. 1. Feet Together Stand with your feet touching or as close together as you feel comfortable. Maintain a tall upright posture and hold this position for 10-60 seconds as tolerated. 2. Semi-Tandem Stand Stand with the toes of one foot should be touching the arch of the other. Maintain a tall upright posture and hold this position for 10-60 seconds as tolerated. Repeat on the other side. 3. Tandem Stand Stand with one front directly in front of the other, the toes of one foot touching the heel of the other. Stand as tall and still as you are able to for 10-60 seconds. Repeat with the other leg. 4. Single Leg Stand Stand on one leg while maintaining a tall, upright position. Begin with 10 second hold on each leg and gradually build your way up to 60 seconds per leg. Dynamic Balance Exercises Complete 10-15 reps or 2-3 sets per move on a daily basis 1. Front/Back Weight Shifting Begin with feet hip width apart. Weight evenly distributed between both legs and along both feet. Using your ankles, gently shift your weight forward towards the toes and then back towards the heels. 2. Lateral Weight Shifting Starting with your feet slightly wider than your hips and weight evenly distributed between both legs and feet, shift your weight from right to left. Ensure the movement begin at the ankle so that your entire body moves right to left as one unit. 3. Hip Abduction Standing upright holding on to a chair or other support, gently shift your weight to one side as you lift the opposite leg out to the side. 4. Hip Extension Stand upright holding on to support, if needed. Kick one leg back behind you, return to the starting position and repeat on the other side. 5. Stationary Marching Begin standing upright, lift one foot off the floor and knee up towards your chest. Return the foot to the ground and repeat on the other side. Continue marching while keeping tall. 6. Leg Curls Begin standing upright with your chest lifted and core engaged. Lift one heel up behind you, keeping the knees close together.