Balance is a skill, not a lottery
Balance is not something you either have or you don’t. Why it fades, why the fear of falling makes it worse, and something to try while the kettle boils.
Why being able to get up from the floor matters more than you think
A few months ago, my mum refused to go anywhere near the floor. Not because she didn't want to try. Because she couldn't. Her knee was painful, every attempt felt out of control, and she would literally just drop. This one felt bigger than fitness.