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Fall Prevention Exercise Series: Strengthen the gluteal muscles around the hip joints to reduce the risk of falling
Allison Zang Allison Zang

Fall Prevention Exercise Series: Strengthen the gluteal muscles around the hip joints to reduce the risk of falling

We all know how painful it is to fall— and an icy sidewalk or snow-obstructed path can pose a significant fall hazard, especially for older adults.

One in five falls causes a serious injury, such as broken bones or a head injury. And every year, three million older adults are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

There are practical steps you can take to reduce your risk of falling, including keeping your home clear of clutter, removing hazards, wearing sturdy footwear and getting your eyes checked regularly. Maintaining a regular fitness routine that incorporates balance, strength and stability exercises can also help prevent falls.

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Guided Meditation: Follow the Leader
Lifestyle, Self Care Allison Zang Lifestyle, Self Care Allison Zang

Guided Meditation: Follow the Leader

This meditation works best for kids who are at least 5 years old. Ask your child to picture their best friend or a sibling—someone they do everything with or someone they look up to. Then ask them which one (your child or their best friend) usually leads. Usually, one friend is the one who decides things—the one who is more of the leader; the other one is the friend who usually follows the leader. Ask them which they are.

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Ways To Improve Your Workout Space at Home
Tips, Challenge, Pilates, Pilates Classes, Pilates Exercise, Pilates Workouts, Lifestyle, Fitness Allison Zang Tips, Challenge, Pilates, Pilates Classes, Pilates Exercise, Pilates Workouts, Lifestyle, Fitness Allison Zang

Ways To Improve Your Workout Space at Home

Whether you’ve been active for a few weeks or many years, finding the perfect space to perform your favorite exercises can feel stressful. Perhaps you aren’t a gym fan and want to work out at home. However, your home can hinder your routine; your pets walk all over the place, the children want to play with you while you perform your squats, or you have little space in your home.

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