Dr. Melanie Wintle Recommends 5 Morning Leg Exercises for Over-65 Balance
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Updated · Eat This, Not That · Aug 15
Dr. Melanie Wintle Recommends 5 Morning Leg Exercises for Over-65 Balance
1 articles · Updated · Eat This, Not That · Aug 15
Summary
Five at-home morning moves—rather than lunges—can better build balance and stability for adults over 65, according to chiropractor and corrective exercise specialist Dr. Melanie Wintle.
Wintle says balance problems rise with age because of muscle loss, slower reaction time, inner-ear and vision changes, and some prescription medications, making quick recovery from a misstep more important than static balance.
Her routine targets dynamic stability through a single-arm farmer’s carry, marching in place progressing to single-leg squats, glute bridges, standing calf raises, and standing leg raises.
Lunges are not her preferred balance exercise for older beginners because they demand a deep knee bend, strong ankle mobility, and enough power to push back out safely.