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How strong am I? Five tips to prevent falls

Tip 1. Balance and muscle strength training
Good balance and strong muscles are important. You need this, for example, when you get up from a chair or walk down the stairs.

Tip 2. Eat tasty and healthy
Eating and drinking healthy keeps your bones and muscles strong.

Tip 3. Check your eyes
Being able to see clearly is important to maintain your balance. As you get older, your eyesight deteriorates.

Tip 5. Make sure shoes fit well
As you get older, your feet change. For example, your legs will get bigger. It is important that you wear shoes that fit well. This way you prevent yourself from tripping.

Tip 4. Prevent yourself from falling at home
You spend a lot of time at home. With simple changes you can make your own home much safer. This way you will reduce the chance of falling.

You will get more tips available here on the government website. And do you want to know where you are at risk? Take this test.