Core
Balance battle
Single-leg balance duels with gentle hand taps.
- Time
- 10 min
- Intensity
- Medium
- Format
- Pairs
Stay safe
- Warm up before any fast movement and stop if anything hurts.
- Watch your footing and keep a safe distance from others.
- Open palms only, no grabbing or pushing above the shoulders. Stand on grass or a mat.
- Anyone with a recent injury should take the easier option or sit this one out.
How to play
- Pair up, stand on one leg facing each other.
- Using open palms only, try to unbalance your partner.
- Foot down = point to the other player. Swap legs each round.
Why we play it
Builds ankle and hip stability, which matters more every decade.
Make it easier or harder
Easier: hold a wall or stand in a wide stance. Harder: eyes closed between taps.