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 Balance Exercises
(KIN 645/Seminar in Biomechanics)


Basic Positions & Exercises

Progression Challenges

Foot Position/Base of Support

1.  Both Feet on Ground

2.  One Foot on Ground Along With Toes of Other Foot

3.  One Foot on Ground

Exercises

1.  Two-Leg Squat

2.  Lunge

3.  Lunge & Reach

4.  Programs (yoga, tai chi, Pilates)
 

  • #1 (easy) to #2-4 (harder)

1.  Turn Head Slowly to Sides

2.   Close Eyes

3.   Varied Surface (grass, incline, decline)

4.   Apparatus (foam pad, etc.)

5.   Dynamic Movements

6.   Increase Range of Motion

7.   Increase Speed of Motion

8.   Add Reaction (directional cues)

9.   Add External Stimulus (push/nudge)

  • #1 (easy) to #2-9 (harder)

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(Updated 12.9.07)

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