In relation to preventing falls, the ACSM/AHA guidelines
are brief and state that To reduce risk of injury from
falls, community-dwelling older adults with substantial risk
of falls (e.g. with frequent falls or mobility problems) should
perform exercises that maintain or improve balance.26 However,
as there is also evidence that appropriate exercise can prevent falls in the general population rather than only in
high risk groups19 we suggest that all older adults should
be encouraged to undertake balance training. More detail in
relation to prescription of balance exercises is provided in
the ACSM position stand on exercise and physical activity
for older adults.15