Episode 7: Skills — Balance, Coordination & Fall Prevention

Описание: Falls are one of the leading causes of injury, disability, and loss of independence as we age — but they are largely preventable.

In this episode of Live Longer Better, Leslie Kenny and Sir Muir Gray explore why balance, coordination, and movement skills are essential for maintaining independence and confidence later in life.

This conversation reframes balance training not as something only for athletes or rehabilitation, but as a core pillar of healthy ageing and fall prevention.

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🔑 Core Message
Preventing falls through better balance and coordination is one of the most effective ways to maintain independence and quality of life as we age.

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🎧 What You’ll Learn
• Why balance and coordination naturally decline with age
• The neurological role of the brain and nervous system in movement control
• Why falls are one of the biggest threats to independence in older adults
• How practices like Tai Chi and yoga improve stability and coordination
• The importance of environment and home safety in fall prevention

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🛠️ Actionable Longevity Tips
• Practice standing on one leg while brushing your teeth
• Add simple balance challenges to everyday activities
• Try Tai Chi, yoga, or coordination-focused movement classes
• Incorporate dynamic movements like stepping, turning, and reaching into daily routines

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🌍 About the Oxford Longevity Project

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