Coordination and functional exercises Stairs Aim This exercise raises your heart rate and strengthens the leg muscles. The movement helps with daily activities such as going up and down the stairs. Instructions Hold on to the rail. Step up and down the stairs. Walking Ramp and Net Aim The exercise helps with balance and strengthens the leg muscles. It also helps with negotiating obstacles, and clearing and positioning your feet when walking. Instructions Walk up the ramp and step down through the net without hitting the ropes. Use hand support as needed. Snake Pipe – Small Wave Aim This exercise strengthens and mobilises the shoulders and back, improves reaching skill and balance. Instructions Stand facing the snake pipe. Without moving your feet, move the ring from one end to the other without touching the bar, swapping hands as you come back to the middle. Finger Stairs and Calf Raises Aim This exercise improves the agility and mobility of the fingers and shoulders while improving your stability, posture, and strength of the calf muscles. Instructions Climb up the steps with your fingers one at a time to reach the highest point possible, while rising up on your toes. Manage Cookie Preferences