Table 3.
Coordination exercises to be performed using the senior exercise park with their respective levels of progression
| Exercise | Description | Functional relevance | Progressions |
|---|---|---|---|
Taps on Platform
|
Participant taps on the platform with feet. | Improves ability for using stairs and getting in and out the bath or bus. | Level 1 – Taps on the platform, alternating legs, hand support |
| Level 2 – Taps on the platform, alternating legs, arms in front of the body. | |||
| Level 3 – Taps on the platform, alternating legs, arms above head. | |||
| Being the platform too high for participant to tap, a wooden block (L 70cm x W 40cm x H 10cm) can be introduced until participants improves level of conditioning, flexibility, strength and balance. |