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🚨 Falls Can’t Be Fully Prevented — But We Can Dramatically Minimize the Risk 🚨

This chart says it all. 👇
Fall-related deaths per 100,000 climb sharply with age:

25–35: 1.1

35–45: 1.7

45–55: 3.2

55–65: 5.7

65–75: 13.2

75–85: 50

85+: 200

That’s a 4× increase between 75–85, and a massive jump to 200 per 100,000 in adults 85+.

So while falls can’t be fully prevented, they absolutely can be minimized with the right strength and balance training.

🦵 Why the Leg Press Helps:
The leg press strengthens the quads, glutes, hamstrings, and hips — the muscles most responsible for stability and safer walking. Stronger legs mean:

✔️ Better balance
✔️ Faster reaction time
✔️ More strength to catch yourself
✔️ Lower risk of serious injury if a fall happens

🌐 How KoreBalance Takes It Even Further:
KoreBalance adds neurological and sensory training — the critical pieces of balance that machines like the leg press can’t provide.

Benefits of KoreBalance include:
✔️ Improved proprioception (your brain’s ability to sense body position)
✔️ Faster reaction time to slips or missteps
✔️ Enhanced vestibular and balance system function
✔️ Better coordination between vision, feet, and brain
✔️ Reduced dizziness and unsteadiness
✔️ Safe, measurable progress using dynamic and static balance challenges

Combining leg strength with neurological balance training gives you the strongest protection against falls.

Stronger legs = fewer falls and better outcomes.
Build strength now to protect independence later. 💪❤️

#1 indicator of a fall?
Muscular weakness

Working with older clientele or rehabilitation clients requires accommodations and caution- we have incorporated both into our ONEstrength and QuickFit anabolic eliciting training program. This has been used in over1000 rehabilitation and senior service facilities with millions of sessions- zero reported injuries- and proven cost of care reductions.

Combined with Korebalance balance assessment and training, Cognivue cognitive assessments, Stroops manual treadmill gait training, bioDensity and Power Plate bone remodeling- A complete fall reduction program. Contact us for more information on how you can start on a personalized program. 760-4150778

Importance of STRENGTH as we AGE!
THE most important goal for the aging is gaining and keeping strength and muscle mass...

Working with older clientele or rehabilitation clients requires accommodations and caution- we have incorporated both into our ONEstrength and QuickFit anabolic eliciting training program. This has been used in over1000 rehabilitation and senior service facilities with millions of sessions- zero reported injuries- and proven cost of care reductions.

Email or call us for more information:
[email protected]
800-831-7665/760-451-3445

WHAT IF?? 🚶🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

You made time for your health.

One of the biggest reasons for not exercising that I hear frequently is: I don't have time.

But what if you took 5 minutes right when you wake up and stretched.

5 more minutes at lunch and walked a bit.

5 minutes mid afternoon and did a few planks, a few squats. A few pushups.

After dinner you went for a 5 minute walk.

At the end of day that is 20 minutes and end of week that is 140 minutes.

The Department of Health and Human Services recommends getting at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity a week or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise. You can also mix it up and include moderate and vigorous.

If you are inactive this is a great way to start on your fitness journey.

Ready to get started?

What is your favorite cooking oil? Here is 4 of my favorite and some to avoid (there are many more).

You might be surprised how much of the oils to avoid you are ingesting in a lot of prepackaged foods (chips, bars, premade meals, breads etc.)

Over time, consuming these high inflammatory oils do more harm than good.

Research has found that there are potentially harmful effects of erucic acid which is a compound found in Canola oil. This oil is recommended by the American Heart Association. Europe has banned the use of Canola oil. Yikes!!

Share another good oil you use or other oil we should avoid that is not on the list.

Innovative approach to treat movement disorders, stroke patients, palsy's, PWP, and other neurologic disorders- combining the patented and FDA recognized modalities Korebalance- to baseline and ascertain improvement as a function of utilizing the patented and FDA recognized Neuro20 electrical stimulation suit.

Unlike exoskeletal mechanical devices, the Neuro20 technologies stimulates the patient own musculature to relearn firing patterns.

Affordable and tech friendly.

Contact us to schedule a demonstration.

[email protected]
www.korebalance.com
https://neuro20.com/

Five habits to help you kickstart your exercise journey:

1. Set Clear Goals: Define specific, achievable goals for your exercise program, whether it’s improving cardiovascular health, building muscle, losing weight, or increasing flexibility. Having clear objectives helps you stay focused and motivated.

2. Create a Routine: Establish a regular schedule for your workouts and stick to it. Consistency is key to seeing results and forming a habit. Choose a time of day that works best for you and integrate exercise into your daily routine.

3. Start Slowly: Don’t push yourself too hard initially. Begin with manageable workouts and gradually increase the intensity and duration as your fitness improves. This approach reduces the risk of injury and prevents burnout.

4. Mix It Up: Incorporate variety into your exercise routine to keep it interesting and prevent boredom. Include a combination of cardiovascular exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and recreational activities that you enjoy.

5. Stay Accountable: Find a workout buddy, join a fitness class, or use apps and trackers to hold yourself accountable. Having support and encouragement from others can help you stay motivated and on track with your fitness goals.

By incorporating these habits into your lifestyle, you’ll be well on your way to building a sustainable and healthy exercise program.

Do you need accountability?

Power Plate® is well-known for its use in athletes' training and rehabilitation regimens. Seniors can also benefit from this technology since it addresses neurological conditions, pain, general health issues and other conditions.

Visit www.medicalfitsolutions.com or e-mail [email protected] to schedule a demo.

Do you have a favorite stretch?