Surprising Link Between Balance and Weight REVEALED
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted January 13, 2025
Think balance exercises are just for preventing falls? If so, think again.
This often-overlooked aspect of fitness could also be the missing piece in your weight loss puzzle—especially as you age.
Recent research suggests that improving your balance could be a game-changer for maintaining a healthy weight AND staying steady on your feet.
And these two benefits are more connected than you might think…
When most people are interested in losing a few pounds, they focus on cardio and strength training.
But the truth is balance training engages your core muscles constantly, activates small stabilizing muscles throughout your body, and boosts your overall calorie burn.
Even better? The same exercises that help control your weight also strengthen the systems that keep you stable as you age.
Here’s what happens when you work on your balance:
- Your core muscles stay engaged longer throughout the day
- Small stabilizing muscles get stronger
- Your posture improves (which helps burn more calories)
- Your body becomes more efficient at maintaining stability
- Your confidence in movement increases, leading to more activity
The best part? You don’t need fancy equipment or a gym membership to get started.
Here are some simple ways to incorporate balance training into your day:
Start Your Morning Right…
- Stand on one foot while brushing your teeth
- Do heel-to-toe walks while waiting for your coffee
- Practice gentle yoga poses before breakfast (you’ll find easy tutorials online)
Add Challenge to Regular Activities…
- Stand on one leg while doing dishes
- “Crab walk” (walk sideways) while vacuuming
- Do calf raises while waiting in line
Look for other ways to incorporate balance exercises into your day.
The key is consistency. Like any other form of exercise, balance training works best when you make it a regular part of your routine.
Start small but start today. You’ll soon find your waist shrinking and your balance growing.
P.S. “Band Exercise” combats frailty and muscle loss.
Source:
Lee, Jae Joon MD; Hong, Dong Whan MD; Lee, Seung Ah MD, PhD; Soh, Yunsoo MD; Yang, Miryeong MD; Choi, Kwang Min MD; Won, Chang Won MD, PhD; Chon, Jinmann MD, PhD. Relationship Between Obesity and Balance in the Community-Dwelling Elderly Population: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 99(1):p 65-70, January 2020
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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