More than standing on one leg
Good balance is key to a functioning body. It helps prevent injuries, links to efficient muscular control, improves posture, reduces our chances of arthritis, back pain and other health issues.
On a social level, poor balance affects people differently. In the elderly, it can limit the activities they feel confident doing. This can lead to increased isolation and a reduction in physical health if they are forced to withdraw from a more active lifestyle.
For younger and middle aged people, balance is important for exercise and also some types of work. Poor balance means people can miss out on healthy parts of life, such as sports engagement
