The lesson plan includes components of flexibility, ROM, balance, muscular strength and endurance, and cardiorespiratory fitness, with an emphasis throughout on balance.  Developing balance skills can increase confidence in performing daily activities and help to prevent falls.

A creative class format that focuses on functional movement (unloading the dishwasher), a circuit training format (blending 1 minute of balance, 1 minute of cardio, and 1 minute of muscular strengthening exercises), and a guided imagery activity in the cool-down.

This combined format includes options for both circuit and interval training to target cardio, strength, and balance. Use the template and adjust the timing to create an ideal class for your participants and your schedule.

This combined format includes options for both circuit and interval training to target cardio, strength, and balance. Use the template and adjust the timing to create an ideal class for your participants and your schedule.

A 35-minute class targeting balance (1-minute segments) and flexibility (3-minute segments) in a fun circuit format.  Adjust to a full-hour class by repeating the five circuits or extend the warm-up and cool-down segments and add in some optional class activities.