Japanese Doctor Recommends One-Minute 'Flamingo Stance' Exercise for Bone and Balance Health
A simple daily balance exercise performed while standing on one leg may help strengthen bones and reduce the risk of falls, according to a Japanese physician.
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A Japanese doctor has highlighted a simple one-minute daily exercise, referred to as the "flamingo stance," that may help strengthen bones, improve balance and reduce the risk of falls, according to a report by Deutsche Welle's Arabic service.
The exercise involves standing on one leg for a short period each day, a position similar to how a flamingo balances on a single leg.
According to the report, regularly practicing this stance may help improve bone strength and the muscles involved in maintaining balance, which can in turn lower the likelihood of falls — a significant concern for older adults, for whom falls are a leading cause of injury.
The report did not specify the doctor's name, institutional affiliation, or details of any clinical study supporting the claims, framing the exercise as a practical daily habit rather than a medical treatment.
Balance and strength exercises are commonly recommended by physicians and physical therapists as part of routines to support bone health and reduce fall risk, particularly among older adults, though individuals with existing health conditions are generally advised to consult a doctor before starting new exercise routines.
Sources
- طبيب ياباني يكشف فوائد "وقفة الفلامنغو" لتقوية العظام وتحسين التوازن والوقاية من السقوط — Deutsche Welle — Arabic
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