Together, we'll examine whether your feet, ankles, knees and abdominal muscles are being used effectively while walking. Factors such as stride length, speed, posture and alignment are explored. Discover how to walk for maximum overall stability and stamina while avoiding typical New York City obstacles.

This class begins with the foot, where all good balance originates. Progress from strength and mobility for the foot-and-ankle complex to antigravity muscle training. You will learn how to keep deep lower abdominals engaged while paying close attention to proper posture, alignment, and form. After working on the single-leg stance and mobilizing the body's crucial balance mechanisms, the session can focus on fall prevention, depending on needs and goals.

Work on your balance, posture, alignment and lower-body strength while recruiting the power of the feet and deep abdominals. A challenging session with complex dynamic sequences built around the single-leg stance and incorporating multiple squats and lunges.