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A Simple Balance Exercise Reduces Risk of Ankle Sprains
A simple, targeted balance training exercise may reduce the risk of ankle injuries in high risk athletes, according to a study presented at the 2006 Annual Meeting of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.

Stability Ball Push Up
If you want to move beyond the basic push up for upper body strength try stability push ups.

Pilates Improves Strength & Balance - Not Cardiovascular Fitness
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse concluded that no significant aerobic or calorie-burning benefits from Pilates, but it's still great for strength and balance.

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