Strength training is one of the most powerful things you can do to reduce your risk of falling. But it's only one part of the picture.
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Shawn Waller, a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the US who has spent his career working out exactly why falls happen. He explains that fall prevention isn't just about strength.
Your body relies on four systems to keep you balanced: strength, vision, sensation, and your inner ear. If any one of those is weak, your balance suffers, no matter how strong you are.
We cover:
Why falls aren't an inevitable part of ageing, and can be prevented
The four systems your body needs for balance, and how to test each one at home
Why strength is your body armour, and which muscles matter most
The hidden balance system most people have never heard of
What orthostatic hypotension is and why hydration affects your risk of falling
How to make your home safer
Why being prepared for a fall matters as much as preventing one
Shawn's fall prevention courses, Fall Proof Body and Fall Proof Home, are available with 25% off using the code NTOTL at checkout.
Fall Proof Body course: https://yourptguy.com/fallproofbody/?affiliate=christiley
Fall Proof Home course: https://yourptguy.com/fallproofhome/?affiliate=christiley
Fall Proof Life Bundle (best value): https://yourptguy.com/fallprooflife/?affiliate=christiley
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