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Exercise to improve your strength and balance

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You have the power to prevent a fall.

Doing strength and balance exercises at least 3 times a week can help lower your risk for falling.

There are many low or no-cost programs in NC through the Area Agencies on Aging and Senior Centers.

If you aren’t sure about how to safely begin an exercise program, a physical therapist can show you what exercises are best for you.

Find a local exercise program

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Exercises you can do at home

Ask a physical therapist what kind of exercises might be best for you! Physical therapists are movement experts. Learn how you can prevent falls with their expertise. Among older adults at a higher risk of falling, The Otago Exercise Program reduces falls and injuries. Ask a physical therapist about Otago or other exercise programs.

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  • Work with a physical therapist

    Find exercises for people who use a cane or walker, and who walk without assistance.

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  • Check out an introduction to Otago here!

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  • Learn the basics

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  • Watch warm up, balance and strength videos

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  • Try this 10 minute Go4Life workout for older adults

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  • Try this 15 minute Go4Life workout for older adults

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Check out this video and learn how YOU have the power to prevent a fall!