How to Do
How to Do Single Leg Balance With Posterior Leg Reach and Lateral Arm Reach
To make this exercise even more difficult, slightly rotate the trunk and reach both arms to the opposing side of the supporting leg.
Each exercise should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop this exercise.
Beginning
Beginning Single Leg Balance
1. Perform a 3-5 minute warm-up that includes cardio and stretching.
2. When you're ready, position yourself in an erect position with feet shoulder-width apart.
Movement
Single Leg Balance Movement
1. Shift weight to the left leg and balance on it.
2. Slowly swing both arms directly in the front of the body and stop when parallel to the floor.
3. Simultaneously, swing the elevated leg behind the body as far as balance is maintained.
4. Return to the starting position and then repeat for the desired number of repetitions. Perform all of these steps while balancing on the opposite leg.
Benefits
Single Leg Balance Benefits
Maintain balance throughout the exercise even if the range of motion must be limited.
Exercise Aliases
How To Do Balance Holds, Balance Hold Exercises, Leg Balance with Reach, Balance Improving Exercise.
