Weak Toes Make You Fall!

Do you have elderly people around you who often fall? My mom – 68 years old – has taken some bad falls in the last 6 months. It really concerns me, especially because the last time she fell, she hit her head hard too,

Did you know that toe strength is the number one predictor of falls in the elderly?

Non-falling seniors had 20% more toe strength than seniors who had fallen. With NO difference in ankle and quad strength.

Test out and strengthen your toes by utilizing this Vele Forward Lean Maneuver (picture above)

Some other ideas to strengthen your toes:

– walk barefooted

– wear barefoot shoes

– scrunch a towel with your toes

– try to pick up a pen with your toes

– open a cabinet door with your toes

– walk on your tippy toes

– walk on your heels

– start taking Pilates lessons, as in Pilates we put a big emphasis on foot strength

Do you or somebody you care about experiences falls, foot pain, cramps, balance issues, etc.?

WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK WITH ME AND GET STRONG, FLEXIBLE, MOBILE AND PAIN-FREE?

I’m offering a 30 minute complimentary phone consultation where you can tell me more about your condition and learn more about how a Pilates/corrective exercise program can help you achieve better strength and less pain.

Click HERE to schedule your 30 minute phone consultation!

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