Why Most People D-e Before 82: 5 Mistakes Older People Make Every Day

3. Are you sitting here in fear of falling? False friend!

One fall and everything changes: we feel fragile, less confident in our movements… Yet it’s inactivity that increases the risk of falls. The body needs movement to maintain strength and balance.

Simple ideas:

• Stand on one leg when brushing your teeth.
• Take advantage of TV commercials and    do some exercises by getting up from a chair   .
• Stretch for a few minutes before bed. A little during the day will gradually return
  your confidence      .

4. Isolation After 60? An Often Underestimated Risk