King of the Klutz

(note: I've added this page primarily to help the Fitocracy developers add this exercise to their database. I altered the text so it wasn't verbatim from the book, but if someone thinks this is violating copyright, feel free to delete it.)

Muscles trained: calves, quads, hamstrings, hip flexors, and balance. Difficulty: 1-4

Stand on one leg and close your eyes. It's harder than it sounds. See how long you can do it for.

When you've got that mastered, try doing it with your eyes open, but your head back, looking at the ceiling straight above you. Then try with your eyes closed. Next, stand on a thick pillow or other soft surface with your head back and eyes closed. Finally, try standing on a curved surface like a ball or log!

Other variations: Stand on one leg, eyes open, and slowly turn your head side to side. If you start to lose your balance, stop the head turns and regain balance.

Clamshell exercises to retrain the Gluteus Medius muscle can be helpful for improving balance as well.