This exercise can help with balance and reaching.

• Stand tall at a right angle to the wall, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
• Reach the arm nearest to the wall out at shoulder height.
• Without moving your feet, reach forward as far as you can, bending at the waist and keeping your heels on the ground.
• Return to the start position.
• Repeat a further two times.

Aim to do your reaching exercise every day.

If you feel too unsteady to attempt this unsupported, you can try placing a chair by your side and steady yourself on it with the hand that is not reaching forwards.

Alternatively, you could try reaching from a seated position. If you do decide to do this, make sure you are sat forwards in the chair with your feet flat on the floor.

DISCLAIMER:

You take responsibility for your own exercise programme. All content should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your G.P. or any other health care professional. Please ensure you take all steps to ensure your personal safety and to minimise any risk while doing the exercises.

Individuals using these exercises do so at their own risk.