Standing on one leg requires the brain to integrate information from the eyes, the vestibular system in the inner ear, and the somatosensory system, which senses body position and ground contact.

Discover the science-backed moves that fitness experts in the United States recommend to grow stronger, leaner, and more resilient legs at any age.

With aging, the risk of falls becomes greater. That's why having a strong balance is key to being steady and ready. These five exercises can help with stability and better footing. “The sit-to-stand ...

Incorporating balance exercises into your strength training routine can help improve your stability, reduce the risk of injuries and enhance your running performance. From single-leg exercises to ...

Stand tall and then step back with one foot, with your heel lifted. Keeping most of the weight on your front foot, bend both knees until your back knee is almost touching the floor. Your torso can ...

Balance exercises for women over 60, recommended by Dr. Stephanie Dunlop, MD. Build strength and stability in 15 minutes a ...

Try standing on one leg for 30 seconds. Now the other one. Not so easy. As we age, this ability to balance on one leg declines more dramatically than other signs of aging such as grip and knee ...

Want to have better balance? You can learn a thing or two from this Olympic skier.

Balance exercises play an important role in improving stability, preventing falls, and reducing injuries, particularly for ...

Chair exercises for leg strength after 55, in 6 minutes. Trainer Jarrod Nobbe shares a simple routine that builds muscle fast.

Heavy leg exercises may increase production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth and maintenance of nerves in the brain, Carbone said. This process, called ...

Feeling off-kilter with so many unknowns in the world today? In Part I of this weekly series, we prepared ourselves for a peaceful night's rest with a five-minute yoga routine for better sleep. Now, ...