Balance Exercise by Sophia Vandermeer

A Physiotherapy and personal training course for everyday strength

What you'll learn

Improve balance, strength and flexibility

Aid in maintaining quality and functionality of life through joint mobility and general health

Assist in injury prevention through improving key muscle groups to prevent accidents

Be able to form and perform their own exercise routines to maintain personal wellbeing

Portray basic physiotherapy skills and understanding

Requirements

No prior skills or training are required, we will teach you everything you need to know

Description

This course is designed to help those of us with balance, flexibility and generalist strength issues who may find struggle with simple tasks in everyday life.Throughout the course we will take you through standing, seated and weighted exercises that are designed to strengthen your most key muscle groups. There is also a focus placed on low intensity Pilates exercises and routines that can be performed quickly and conveniently at your own leisure.This course combines the principles of Balance Exercise with Physiotherapy and Pilates techniques to create a comprehensive program that promotes strength, flexibility, balance, and injury prevention.The course is divided into several modules, each focusing on different aspects of the practice. While also introducing a series of exercises that target specific muscle groups, improving strength, and flexibility.Participants will learn a variety of simple techniques that are designed to aid their balance and coordination. These balance exercises are critical for maintaining stability and preventing falls alongside improving joint mobilization.Throughout the course, participants will be encouraged to modify exercises to accommodate their specific needs and abilities. The instructor will provide guidance to ensure proper form and technique.By the end of the course, participants will have improved their strength, flexibility, balance, and overall health. They will have the knowledge and tools to continue their practice independently and maintain their progress over time.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introductory video

Lecture 2 Introduction

Section 2: Pilates exercises, finalized with a stretch

Lecture 3 Pilates Introduction

Lecture 4 Pilates Knee Raise

Lecture 5 Pilates Knee Pulse

Lecture 6 Pilates Side Knee Raise

Lecture 7 Pilates Knee To Shoulder Extension

Lecture 8 Pilates Back Stretches

Lecture 9 Pilates Bridge

Lecture 10 Pilates Oblique Exercise

Lecture 11 Pilates 100s

Lecture 12 Pilates Side Oblique Workout With Stretches

Section 3: Key Balance Exercises

Lecture 13 Key Balance Exercises Introduction

Lecture 14 Simple squat

Lecture 15 Deep squat

Lecture 16 Simple lunge

Lecture 17 Pulse lunge

Lecture 18 Forward lunge

Lecture 19 Backwards lunge

Lecture 20 Curtsey lunge

Lecture 21 High knee raise

Lecture 22 Side knee raise

Lecture 23 Diagonal knee raise

Lecture 24 Deep Sidestep

Lecture 25 Sidestep with arm extension

Section 4: Weighted Balance Exercises

Lecture 26 Goblet squat

Lecture 27 Dumbbell squat

Lecture 28 Tricep extension

Lecture 29 Side stretch

Lecture 30 Seated arm press

Lecture 31 Bicep curl to military press

Lecture 32 Tai-chi squat press

Section 5: Exercise Routine

Lecture 33 Relaxation flow

Anyone seeking to improve their physical wellbeing, functionality and balance