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American Bone Health has closed.  However, on October 1, 2023, we joined forces with the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) so that BHOF could continue offering all of the important programs and services created by American Bone Health. Please visit www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org for more information about the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.

Stepping Out Strong™

A Healthy Path to Improving Strength and Balance.

Did you know:

  • Every 13 seconds, an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall?
  • Falls are the leading cause of hospitalizations among people 65 and older?
  • Falls are the leading cause of hip fractures, which can cause disability and even death?

To keep people on their feet, American Bone Health has organized a community-oriented program focused on fall prevention. Get your balance checked, and learn simple exercises you can do at home to improve balance, strength and flexibility.

 

Program Overview

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Stepping Out Strong is a 1-hour presentation that supports the ready, steady, and balanced lifestyles theme by educating older adults about how to reduce their risk of falling with a series of simple exercises to improve balance, strength and flexibility.

By the end of the program, participants will:

  • Assess their balance confidence.
  • Test their balance with a single-leg stand.
  • Learn simple exercises to build into their daily routines to improve strength and balance.
  • Leave with a worksheet of tips to identify fall risks, exercises and a goal for improvement.

“This is very rich information for all seniors to continue to stay active, even at home.”

Stepping Out Strong™

Movements for Fall Prevention

Incorporate these simple exercises into your day to improve balance and strengthen your legs.

American Bone Health™, Stepping Out Strong™, and their logos are trademarks of American Bone Health.