33: Weebles Wobble But They Don't Fall Down

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Movement Logic podcast! Today, Sarah is flying solo - good thing she’s spent a lot of time working on her balance. We tend to think of balance as a precision activity to strive for, but in this episode, Sarah flips the script and shows you why balance is a non-falling event.You will learn: The 3 systems in the body that contribute to balance The difference between static and dynamic balance, and which is more important What types of exercise improve functional balance, and which don’t (you might be surprised) The real reason older clients are afraid of falling How to challenge the 3 balance systems for your clients and students in a fun and playful way Why Sarah is obstacle course obsessed!Balance System Challenge TableMovement Logic Hips Tutorial currently on sale - 25% off!Sarah’s Obstacle Course DemonstrationLong-term strength and balance training in prevention of decline in muscle strength and mobility in older adultsLower-extremity resistance training on unstable surfaces improves proxies of muscle strength, power and balance in healthy older adults: a randomised control trial