Leg Stance Balance Progression

Important: Before you perform these exercises, or any other, consult your doctor and/or physical therapist first.

Balance — Single Leg Stance/Arms at Side/Eyes Open

To help you balance, start by holding onto a stationary object until you feel stable enough to move on without the aid of another object. Standing with your arms extended to the side, extend your arms. One leg, lift knee to 90 degrees. Keep your head forward with your eyes open. Assist the instructor.

Sets: 1

Repeat: Two times per side

Sessions: 1 Mon. Wed. Fri.

Hold time: 30 seconds every time

Balance — Single Leg Stance/Arms at Side/Eyes Closed

To help you balance, start by holding onto a stationary object until you feel stable enough to move on without the aid of another object. Standing with your arms extended to the side, extend your arms. One leg, lift knee to 90 degrees. With your eyes closed, keep your head forward. Assist the instructor.

Sets: 1

Repeat: Two times per side

Sessions: 1 Mon. Wed. Fri.

Hold time: 30 seconds every time

Single Leg Stance with Forward Trunk lean

To help you balance, start by holding on to a stationary object until you feel stable enough to move without being held on. Stand on one leg. Slowly bend your trunk forward and slightly extend the opposite leg towards the back. Continue to do so.

Sets: 1

Repeat: Two times per side

Sessions: 1 Mon. Wed. Fri.

Hold time: 30 seconds every time

Single Leg Stance with Foot Reach

To help you balance, start by holding on to a stationary object until you feel stable enough to move without being held on. Standing on one leg, arms outstretched, stand up. Reach the opposite leg towards the front, then the side and finally back. Continue to do so.

Sets: 1

Repeat: Two times per side

Sessions: 1 Mon. Wed. Fri.

Hold time: 30 seconds every time