Seniors:What is the Best Exercise to Improve Balance?

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Seniors: What is the Best Exercise to Improve Balance?

Balance Builders by Doug Weiss

408,413 views Sep 21, 2025

Strengthening exercises alone don't significantly improve balance. A combination of balance challenging and strength exercises are ideal to see a large improvement in balance and fall prevention. Learn more in this short video. By Doug Weiss, DPT, a physical therapist with 30 years of experience See more videos like this:   

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@hmmm..27332 months ago

I’ve been doing balance exercise for a while now and always appreciate learning more. I’ve found that unlike strength training, the balance exercises improved my balance very quickly, in a manner of a few weeks.

@SeniorWellnessAvenue2472 months ago

It’s scary how many of us take supplements blindly. I’m glad this video brings attention to the risks.

@tskjr12 months ago

You are right about FEAR being the thing that holds me back! I am slowly overcoming this by forcing myself not to be afraid. I do this by remembering what a physical therapist told me: my legs are strong and are supporting me! My neuropathy is still a problem, but I am using “mind over matter” and always think about what I am trying to do. I recognize that when I don’t do this, and move impulsively without thinking, it is then that I can get into trouble.

robertfry67382 months ago

Read the book, Will, by George Will. He was very fearful until he starting confronting his fears and then was able to overcome them…

@tomwhite7162 months ago

My balance issues began with a stroke in 2016. A constant reminder. A constant nightmare.

@janefoust27852 months ago

It seems my balance issues got ahead of me. I didn't realize how much and how fast. I've been exercising and trying to regain strength and balance, but it is a slow process. I'm doing much better. Thank you for your exercises and encouragement!

@bettyrobb82192 months ago

I am 94, just had a stay in hospital, and Rehab. I love your balance program, will start tomorrow. Thank You.

@esperanzauniversal34022 months ago

Great! Have been looking for this info! Thanks soooo much. Learning to balance after two surgeries. This is great help!

@lynnglidewell73672 months ago

Yes, I'm in a "SAIL" balance and flexibility exercise class at my local Senior Center twice a week and also do the exercises at home between classes. I'll soon be 73. My balance is very much improved since I started several years ago. I find they don't correct my balance entirely but it does provide me with what I need to prevent falling. That's the main thing so I'm very pleased. I've had no falls in a few years now. Even when in challenging situations.

@thomase67512 months ago

I did the second one. On the 3rd day, I was able to balance for 1 minute. I could've gone longer. I feel much better. Thank you.

@HelenODonnell-b9u2 months ago

I have so needed this program. I've had several strokes and 3 recent operations. I'll give it a try starting tomorrow. Thank you.

@sdkanu45862 months ago

One of the best instructors on the one leg standing exercise for balance

@wsyl593 months ago

Great video. Just what I was looking for!

@girijachandran71872 months ago

I am 82 and these exercises seems good for balance.I will start this tomorrow for a regular routine.sitting and standing seems simple but I know it is an effort.it certainly work all the muscles in the leg and buttocks.backrward stepping will definitely help.Thank you sir. For elderly these exercises are really good.

@luciehsuen89812 months ago

Thanks Doug for sharing these functional moves for balance. I am a teacher and I do all of these exercises. Simple yet very effective. Discipline & practice are the key. I have enjoyed your tutorials. Cheers!!

@willothewispl3 months ago

I just did the exercises whe I had extra time or after I am up and stable in the morning. Or before I retire fir the night. Really whenever it is convenient for me.

@starkotic2 months ago

I recently got back into surfing after a break for several years at 74. Balance is vital. I do a lot of these and they definitely help!