Couples who balance train together prevent falls together

I recently started in-home balance training with amazing couple, both in their early 70s, and they are doing great.  Even though they are active and independent, both of them realize their balance "isn't what it used to be" and they want to do something about it BEFORE a fall happens. 

This is music to my ears because most active, independent adults around their age don't think falls happen to them.  They think falls happen to "old" people and even if they fell, they would simply get up and go on.  This is good thinking except the older you are, the longer it can take you to recover.   In fact, a fall can instantly change your life.

You might be concerned about a spouse, a parent or a loved one falling.  Mrs. C is worried about her husband since he has a medical condition that requires him to take "a ton of medications" and his balance is getting worse because of them.

In fact, he has fallen several times in the past year and is concerned about his instability.  After assessing him (using the Fullerton Advanced Balance scale) and several training sessions,  I suspect that Mr. C has peripheral neuropathy so I recommended he visit his neurologist to get a diagnosis.  I am NOT a doctor but symptoms are symptoms and falls, instability and numbness in the toes and pain in the feet are indicators of neuropathy. 

Although he lacks confidence in his abilities, he is doing the exercises and showing improvement.  Remember that balance is a motor skill and can improve with practice!

Mrs. C is thriving since she started fall prevention training.  Our bodies were made to be in motion and now that she is doing the Basic 5 stretches and strengthening exercises, the "feel good" juices have started to flow!

She is sticking to a daily walking routine and her mood has improved, she has more energy and the swelling in her ankles has gone down.   She is more aware of her posture and now notices the types of exercise that other people are doing in the park.  She wondered if they all hired The Fall Prevention Lady to improve their balance and prevent falls!

She's bragging to her friends about working with a balance and mobility specialist and cannot believe what she's hearing.  Their response?  "Falls?  Are you kidding me?"  "What's the big deal about a fall?"  "I don't need to worry about that yet"....

The moral?  Everyone can benefit from a consistent exercise program and everyone over the age of 50 can benefit from balance training.   This couple chose to learn how to prevent falls now so they can remain active and enjoy their life together.    

She bought my book, The Complete Guide to Fall Prevention™ for her husband because she loves him and wants to help him.  She gets it and she's bring him with her! 

If you're concerned about a spouse or loved one, be the motivation they need.  Show a loved one you care, order my book to get them started!   Remember, a couple who does balance training together prevents falls together!