This exercise is designed to challenge your balance.

• Stand tall, sideways on to a fixed surface (e.g. a kitchen worktop).
• Swing the leg furthest from the support forwards and backwards with control.
• Keep your shoulders very still and your support knee slightly bent.
• Hold the support to remain steady, if required.
• Do 10 swings, then turn around and repeat on the other leg.

Try to perform this exercise every day, perhaps whilst waiting for your kettle to boil.

In time, also try to perform without holding onto the support.

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.