Standing on one foot: Stand on one foot for 30 seconds, then switch to the other foot. Repeat 5 times on each foot.
Marching in place: Stand in place and lift your knees up towards your chest, alternating each leg for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Side leg lifts: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and lift one leg out to the side, then bring it back down. Alternate legs for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Heel-toe walk: Walk heel-to-toe in a straight line for 10 steps, then turn around and walk back. Repeat 5 times.
Toe taps: Stand with your feet hip-width apart and tap your toes in front of you, alternating feet for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Standing calf raises: Stand on the balls of your feet and raise your heels off the ground, then lower back down. Repeat for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Squats: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and squat down as if you were sitting in a chair, then stand back up. Repeat for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Lunges: Step forward with one foot and lower your body until your knee is bent at a 90-degree angle, then step back. Alternate legs for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Side-to-side hops: Hop side to side for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Jumping jacks: Do jumping jacks for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Wall push-ups: Stand facing a wall and place your hands on the wall at shoulder height. Push yourself away from the wall and then back towards it. Repeat for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Plank: Get into a plank position with your forearms on the ground and your body straight. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Bridge: Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lift your hips up towards the ceiling, then lower back down. Repeat for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Yoga tree pose: Stand on one foot and place the sole of your other foot against your inner thigh. Hold for 30 seconds, then switch to the other foot. Repeat 5 times.
Yoga warrior pose: Step one foot back and bend your front knee at a 90-degree angle. Hold for 30 seconds, then switch to the other foot. Repeat 5 times.
Yoga downward dog: Get into a plank position, then push your hips up towards the ceiling, keeping your arms and legs straight. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Yoga seated twist: Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you. Twist your torso to one side and hold for 30 seconds, then twist to the other side. Repeat 5 times.
Tai Chi “cloud hands”: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and circle your arms in front of you, then behind you. Repeat for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Tai Chi “parting the wild horse’s mane”: Step forward with one foot and push your hands forward, then step back and pull your hands back towards your body. Alternate legs for 30 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
Dancing: Put on some music and dance for 5-10 minutes. This can be a fun way to improve your balance and coordination.
Article by Dr Neeraj kaushik & Dr Manika Kaushik Founders Kaushik Acupuncture