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Strength, Balance, and Confidence—Step by Step
At In Step Physical Therapy in Edmonton, we know that good balance and coordination are the foundation of staying active, independent, and injury-free.
Whether you’re looking to recover from an injury, prevent falls, or simply improve your stability, our Balance & Coordination Retraining program called Steady Steps® can help. With expert guidance and personalized workout routines, we’ll help you regain control and confidence in every step.
The #1 Thing You Need to Know:
The “Hidden” Danger of Poor Balance
Recent research reveals that balance issues and falls can lead to serious health complications.
Poor balance can often lead to a vicious cycle—where fear of falling or injury results in avoiding physical activity, leading to weakened muscles and reduced stability over time. This can make everyday tasks feel more challenging and increase the risk of falls.
Our program is specifically designed to interrupt this cycle by providing easy-to-follow exercises that gradually improve your balance, build strength, and restore your confidence, helping you reclaim an active lifestyle.
The #2 Thing You Need to Know:
Most balance training programs are ineffective because they aren’t comprehensive enough
That’s the Bad Thing… But Here’s The Good Thing
A study found that certain exercises—gentle, simple, and only a few minutes a day—Our exercise routine will help you in so many ways! Here’s what it will do:
Our exercise routine will help you in so many ways! Here’s what it will do:
The Key?
You need to follow exercises that are researched and proven to be effective for improving balance.
Which brings us to… the Steady Steps® Program!
In Step offers a customized exercise program that you can complete at home or in the clinic.
Balance and coordination affect almost every movement you make. Simple actions like walking, standing up, or reaching for something on a high shelf require stable balance and good coordination. When these skills weaken, it increases the risk of falls, slips, and injuries.
Our “Steady Steps® program” focuses on exercises and techniques that restore your stability, strengthen your posture, and enhance overall control over your body.
Sometimes, balance problems start with poor posture. Maybe it’s slouching or leaning forward too much. We’ll work on simple exercises that teach your body how to stay in a balanced and centred position, helping you feel steady all day long.
(2) Core Strength
A strong core is key to good balance. If your abs and lower back are weak, staying steady can be hard. We’ll show you core exercises that are simple but effective, giving you a strong base for any movement.
(3) Hip Mobility
Your hips are super important for balance. Tight or weak hips can make moving around harder. We’ll focus on exercises that increase hip strength and flexibility so you can move smoothly and feel more secure.
(4) Balance & Coordination Drills
From standing on one foot to walking heel-to-toe, we include exercises that help your body learn to stay steady, even in tricky spots. We also add coordination drills to help your brain and body work together better.
(5) Leg Strengthening
Strong legs keep you balanced. We include simple exercises like squats and lunges to build leg strength, making it easier for you to stay steady and avoid trips.
(6) Ankle Flexibility
Strong and flexible ankles help you adjust to different surfaces and prevent falls. We include exercises that work on your ankle mobility so you feel steady on any ground.
(7) Eye-Foot Coordination
Your hips are super important for balance. Tight or weak hips can make moving around harder. We’ll focus on exercises that increase hip strength and flexibility so you can move smoothly and feel more secure.
Our balance program is built around a 4-stage structure, making it easy to gradually progress and customize it to your exact situation. The stages go from very easy (Stage 1) to more advanced (Stage 4). This setup ensures that anyone, even those with severe balance issues or zero exercise experience, can complete the program successfully. You can move through the stages at your own pace for the fastest results.
Here’s a breakdown of the four stages:
Simple and easy exercises are done while sitting to get you started comfortably.
Adds a bit of challenge while still seated, using a stability ball to work on your balance.
Exercises done while standing still, focusing on improving your stability and posture.
More advanced standing exercises that involve movement help you build real-world balance skills.
An add-on to this program is the floor core workout, designed to strengthen your core and support overall balance even further.
This program is suitable for:
Works for Everyone:
Here’s Why You Don’t Need to Be Concerned About This Exercise Program
Are you worried that you might be too old for an exercise routine like this?
Concerned about the risk of falling or getting hurt while doing the exercises?
Think you’re too out of shape? Or maybe you’ve never exercised consistently (or at all)?
Please don’t worry— we’ve designed the Steady Steps® Program with all of these concerns in mind, ensuring a safe and accessible experience for everyone.
Hey there! Want to feel stronger, walk without wobbling, and move around without worrying about falling? At In Step Physical Therapy in Edmonton, we’ve got this for you! Our Balance & Coordination Retraining program- Steady Steps®, is all about helping you feel steady, safe, and super confident in your movements.
We make it simple, fun, and totally doable—no matter how old you are or whether you’ve exercised before or not.
Give us a call or swing by the clinic to start your journey toward better balance and stability. Let’s work together to make sure you can move around easily and keep doing all your favourite things by yourself!
10667 113 St NW, Edmonton,
AB T5H 3H6
Mon – Fri: 8 am – 8 pm
Sat: 8.30 am – 4 pm
