out of fear of tripping on uneven surfaces. While caution is warranted, constantly looking down disrupts your posture and balance, increasing the risk of falls rather than preventing them.
Maintaining a neutral head position with your eyes focused about 10 to 20 feet ahead helps keep your neck, shoulders, and spine aligned. This posture improves balance and allows you to detect obstacles early, giving you more time to adjust your stride safely.
To improve your walking gaze:
Practice looking forward rather than down during walks
Scan the path intermittently to
