Functional Movement: 3 Exercises for Everyday Balance and Coordination

Lots of people exercise to stay in shape for sports or leisure activities. But what about training your body for the movements you need to make each day—like getting out of bed, putting on a pair of socks, or carrying the groceries? These are called functional movements, and it’s important to build strength and endurance for these activities, too.

Functional movement exercises help with the flexibility, mobility, balance, and coordination you need for everyday tasks. And they are helpful for everyone, especially if you’re older or have physical restrictions that affect your movements.

Here are three simple exercises to get you started.