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Single-Leg Balance

BeginnerBalanceTier T1

Standing on one leg with the other foot lifted. Fundamental balance exercise that challenges foot stability and proprioception.

Targets: Foot & Toes

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

chair

Home Options

  • chair
  • wall

Dosage

3

Sets

0

Reps / Time

30 sec

Rest

20-60 sec each side

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Stand near a wall or chair
  • Stand tall with good posture
  • Arms at sides or on hips

  1. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 1 of 6

    Shift your weight onto one foot

  2. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 2 of 6

    Slowly lift the other foot off the ground

  3. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 3 of 6

    Keep the lifted foot near the ankle initially

  4. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 4 of 6

    Stand tall and look straight ahead

  5. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 5 of 6

    Hold as long as possible (goal: 20-60 seconds)

  6. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 6 of 6

    Switch sides

Breathing

  • Breathe steadily and calmly

Form Cues

  • Find your tripod on the standing foot
  • Keep your core engaged
  • Look at a fixed point ahead
  • Breathe steadily

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Looking down
  • Holding breath
  • Hip hiking on the standing side
  • Giving up too quickly

Safety Information

Keep support nearby. Stop if dizzy.

Progressions

Eyes closed, foam pad, add head turns or arm movements

Single-Leg Balance with Toe SpreadIntermediate
Balance Pad StandIntermediate

Regressions

Touch wall lightly, stand on firmer surface

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