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Reviewed 1/24/2023
Standing leg lifts
This strength and function exercise helps with balance. Select each step to learn more.
Step 1:
Grasp the back of a chair, keeping your feet slightly apart and toes forward.
Step 2:
Inhale slowly.
Step 3:
Exhale slowly and raise right leg to the side. (Keep toes forward, back straight and left leg slightly bent.)
Step 4:
Hold for 1 second.
Step 5:
Lower right leg while inhaling slowly.
Step 6:
Repeat 10 to 15 times.
Step 7:
Raise and lower left leg 10 to 15 times.
Step 8:
Start with 2 sets per leg. You can increase the number of sets over time.
Source: National Institute on Aging