Make sure that you are warm before performing this activity.

• Stand side on to a fixed surface, such as your kitchen worktop.
• Lift your toes, keeping the knees soft and the bottom tucked in.
• Walk up to 10 steps on your heels.
• Move steadily with control, and try to keep looking ahead.
• Bring the feet together before lowering the toes to the floor.
• Turn around with care, then repeat the other way.

You could do this around a dining table if your kitchen is small.

If you feel steady, try the exercise without holding on.

DISCLAIMER:

You take responsibility for your own exercise programme. All content should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your G.P. or any other health care professional. Please ensure you take all steps to ensure your personal safety and to minimise any risk while doing the exercises.

Individuals using these exercises do so at their own risk.