mobility · none
Single-Leg Balance
Balance is a fall-risk predictor. Train it daily, brush-your-teeth style.
3 × 30–60 sec per side 5 minrest 15s
Equipment
none
Rest
15s between sets
Primary muscles
ankle, hip, core
Also works
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How to do it
- Stand on one foot with a soft knee.
- Look straight ahead at a fixed point.
- Hold 30–60 seconds without letting the other foot touch.
- Switch sides. Do it while brushing teeth — done.
Form cues
- ✓Soft knee, not locked
- ✓Toes gripping the floor
- ✓Steady breathing
Common mistakes
- ✗Locking the standing knee
- ✗Looking down
Progressions
- Eyes open → eyes closed → uneven surface → single-leg with head turns