Balance · New to it
Tandem Stance
Standing with one foot directly in front of the other, a gentle first step in balance training.
Demo by Skye, an AI coach.
- Works
- calves, glutes; also abs, adductors
- Kit
- No kit
- Dose
- 30 seconds each side
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Stand next to a wall or sturdy chair and place one heel directly in front of the other foot's toes. If that is too wobbly, start with the heel beside the other big toe. Time is per front foot.
While you move
- Heel to toe, one line
- Weight even on both feet
- Eyes ahead, stand tall
- Touch the wall if you wobble
Avoid
- Looking down at your feet
- Holding your breath