Timed up and go (cognitive task: language) ("Timed up and go TUG" Gait balance/mobility, with cognitive task, word find)

Timed up and go (cognitive task: language) ("Timed up and go TUG" Gait balance/mobility, with cognitive task, word find)

Before you begin this exercise, make sure there is a clear path of approximately three metres in front of a chair.
You can place a line of tape on the floor to mark this distance.
Start by sitting in the chair.
Think of a letter of the alphabet.
Using your arms, stand up from the chair.
Whilst you walk, name as many words as you can beginning with that letter.
You should be speaking out loud.
When you reach the line, turn around and walk back to the chair.
Keep speaking out loud until you reach the chair, turn around and sit back down.
You should time this exercise so that you can keep a record of your improvement through your practice.

Required equipment: Chair
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