Physical activity helps prevent falls by improving:

• Ankle strength. Walking strengthens muscles supporting your ankles so they can withstand greater force and resist injury.

• Balance. Exercise improves your leg strength, balance, and agility, so you’re less likely to fall.

• Efficacy. Staying active improves fall-related outcomes — if you do fall, your chance of getting hurt is reduced.

Walking 30 minutes a day, five days a week keeps you healthier and helps keep you upright and injury-free.