01/30/2026
Balance training is crucial as we age. Falls are the number 1 cause of injury as we age.
As we age reaction time changes and muscles don’t fire as quickly.
Balance training improves
Coordination
Reflex speed
It helps your ability to catch yourself before a fall happens.
Menopause accelerates muscle and bone loss.
Estrogen plays a role in muscle strength, bone density and neuromuscular control.
When estrogen drops we lose power and stability faster.Balance training helps protect against hip fractures and fractures from falls by improving control and joint awareness.
I incorporate balance training between my lifting sets at the gym but you can do it anywhere like says in the video!
An easy tip for improving longevity!