Balance—just like strength, stamina, flexibility and mobility—is not a fixed trait. It’s a skill that we need to practice and maintain..

That’s the message from Jack Claxton , master trainer at David Lloyd Clubs , who advocates that everyone spends at least two minutes a day standing on one leg.

“A few years ago, a client shared a routine with me that he was given by his physical therapist and I’ve adopted it ever since,” Claxton tells Fit&Well . You may like

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