Standing on one leg requires the brain to integrate information from the eyes, the vestibular system in the inner ear, and the somatosensory system, which senses body position and ground contact.

With aging, the risk of falls becomes greater. That's why having a strong balance is key to being steady and ready. These five exercises can help with stability and better footing. “The sit-to-stand ...

Try standing on one leg for 30 seconds. Now the other one. Not so easy. As we age, this ability to balance on one leg declines more dramatically than other signs of aging such as grip and knee ...

Standing exercises to build strength after 50, from Jarrod Nobbe, MA, CSCS, with 5 practical moves you can use now.

Practice balance exercises at least two to three times per week to improve stability and balance. Start slowly, focus on form ...

Balance is so fundamental that we often take it for granted, but its importance goes far beyond just keeping us upright. In fact, recent studies have shown that the ability to stand on one leg may be ...

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...

Dumbbells are the perfect tool for serious at-home leg training. They allow you to safely load foundational movements such as ...