Nancy Reagan and fall prevention

Nancy Reagan fell over the weekend.  The former first lady got up in the middle of the night and fell.   She didn't go to the doctor.  The only reason she went to the doctor 4 days afterward was because the pain in her pelvis got worse.  X-rays indicate that she broke her pelvis when she fell. 

 Falls happen.  No doubt about it, accidents happen.  But there are ways you can reduce your risk of a fall:

1.   Use night lights

2.   Get up slowly from a lying position

3.   Maintain lower body strength by participating a resistance training program.  

4.   Build strong bones by walking and lifting weights 

5.   Stretch what you strengthen!!!

Basically, make the time to Take 5 to Exercise each and everyday.  My Take 5 to Exercise DVD series explains why a person needs to exercise in order to prevent unnecessary falls then I coach you through specific movements designed to reduce your risk of a fall.  

Day 1:  Take 5 for Flexibility

Day 2:  Take 5 for Strength (resistance band included)

Day 3:  Take 5 for Posture

Day 4:  Take 5 for Strength (resistance band & dumbbells)

Day 5:  Take 5 for Maintenance

***DVD running time between 20-30 minutes

The perfect gift for a loved one?  Take 5 to Exercise Fall Prevention DVD series.      Give loved ones their own "Personal trainer in-a-box" set of educational, entertaining DVDs that offer a new approach to seated exercise...edu-tain-ment!!!   Independence for seniors, peace of mind for families.....  order today!  www.take5toexercise.com

The Fall Prevention Lady