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How to Balance on a Balance Board

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Balance on a Balance Board
Balance on a Balance Board

You can build ankle strength with a balance board, which will allow you to run, walk and play sports without as much risk of hurting your ankles. Your core strength, agility and coordination will also become stronger by incorporating the balance board into your regular fitness routine. Learn how to balance on a balance board today.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • A balance board
  • Stationary object for support

    Steady, Set, Balance

  1. Step 1

    To begin, place the balance board next to a pole, wall or chair to hold onto for safety.

  2. Step 2

    Holding the stationary object (wall or chair) for balance, slowly put one foot onto the balance board. Then, raise your other foot and push yourself up onto the balance board. Make sure your feet are shoulder-width apart.

  3. Step 3

    Steady yourself with the chair, wall or pole. Rock back and forth and side to side for a few minutes to get used to the balance board. When you are ready, let go of the support. Rock your body back and forth to maintain balance.

  4. Step 4

    Try to keep the balance board horizontal without letting the edges touch the floor. Aim to stay on the board for two minutes without touching the ground.

  5. Step 5

    As your stability improves, rotate the board all the way around in a circle without letting the board touch the floor. Try to continue for two minutes.

  6. Step 6

    For an advanced work out, try the above steps with one leg and then the other leg.

Tips & Warnings
  • Take your time when balancing.
  • Keep challenging yourself with more minutes on the balance board.
  • Do not be afraid to grab onto the wall or chair; it takes time to learn

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