These three balance exercises will “make you more resilient to falls” as you age, according to a physical therapist

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Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older in the US? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 14 million adults in this age group report falling each year, making falls the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults.

“Balance and falls continue to grow as a challenge facing our seniors,” says Dr. RJ Williams, a physical therapist at FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers. “The complicating part is that it is multifactorial, meaning many aspects influence a person’s balance and risk of injury.”