Three-Point Landing

Standing as solidly as possible makes your balance more secure. The most solid foot position is a triangle, with your weight distributed evenly between the base of the big toe, the base of the little toe, and the heel. It's easiest to start learning this awareness from the standing position. Shift your weight around to experiment with getting it just right. You can also discover your usual habit by looking at the wear on the tread of a well-worn shoe. Mine, for example, wears out first on the outer back corner, and somewhat less on the outer border (when the shoe gets really old!). And when I check in with my feet, I discover that I tend to put most of my weight on the outer edge of my foot. When moving, checking for Three-Point Landing is more complicated as you roll across your foot with each step. I like that challenge, because it makes me aware of what a complicated miracle walking is!

Suggestion from Mariah Kaye, Senior Fitness Specialist, offering more fitness choices through MoveAnyWayFitness.com.