We’ve talked to no shortage of experts about the physical effects of aging, from changing dental and skin care needs to shifts in body odor. One major area that experts recommend looking after as you get older is balance, which can decline with age if you’re not intentional about training.In previous reporting, experts have given HuffPost Shopping important guidance on measures to improve your balance and keep yourself safe if it’s something you’re worried about. Below, we’ve rounded up some of their suggestions, including exercise equipment (and how to use it), shoes that can make a difference and home items to help you stay stable on your feet around the house.AmazonA foam balance pad for stability trainingWe previously spoke to physical therapists about the benefits of using a balance pad: They can help train your muscles to make faster, continuous adjustments while you’re on the unstable surface, leading to overall better balance and stability. (For what it’s worth, another expert also previously told HuffPost that using a balance pad for simple exercises can help improve your bone density, too.)Based on this insight, we chose to highlight this ProsourceFit option which comes in two sizes and has a near-perfect 4.8-star rating with more than 14,000 reviews. The lightweight pad weighs just 12 ounces so you can carry it wherever, and use it for Sellmeyer's recommended balance exercises as well as lunges, squats, planks and more. That's in addition to other uses around the house, like as a knee pad for gardening, a foot pad for underneath your desk and more. Talk about versatility. The pad is available in five colors.Promising review: "Functions exactly as advertised. great for balance and core work. this pad has the perfect amount of "give" to work those areas. also the small waves on the surface help to prevent sliding on hard wood floors." — Mary S.AmazonAn inflatable balancing discSimilar to the foam balance pad, this balancing disc is a shifting surface that can help your reaction time and overall balance, according to experts we asked about it. It also comes previously recommended by a physical therapist for its potential assistance in core-strengthening exercises. The disc is also versatile: Use it standing, sitting, or even behind your back to help with posture. The disc has a non-slip, dual-textured surface and comes in several fun colors.AmazonA weighted workout barWant to do some strength training, but dumbbells or other weight equipment intimidates you? You can try using a simpler weighted workout bar instead — and help improve your balance in the process. Physical therapists previously told HuffPost that a bar’s weight distribution can help with coordination, as well as creating a “stability challenge” that engages your hip, ankle and core muscles for control through a wider range of motion. The bar is available in four different weights.A stylish lifestyle barefoot sneakerWhile you might be tempted to provide your feet with the most cushioning possible, experts previously told HuffPost about the potential benefits of wearing “barefoot shoes,” or zero-drop shoes, instead. This isn’t for everyone, and you’ll want to consult your podiatrist beforehand, but walking in barefoot shoes can engage more of your foot’s muscles to help strengthen them against uneven terrain, possibly helping with balance and arch support.One shoe highlighted in that story was this Vivobarefoot Gobi II premium leather sneaker. One podiatrist recommended the brand overall for their flexible soles, which he said “allows the foot to move naturally and provides excellent ground feedback. ... This sensory input can help improve proprioception, which is the body's awareness of position and movement, while encouraging the foot's stabilizing muscles to work more actively.” This shoe’s leather design gives it a casual, stylish look that’s suited for everyday wear. It has a 2.4-millimeter sole base, and a toe box that runs slightly wide, which the podiatrist also said could help with balance by letting your toes spread more naturally. Get your own women’s pair in two colors and sizes 4.5 to 11, or a men’s pair in four colors and sizes 8 to 14. Or a more cushioned zero-drop sneaker for beginnersIf you’re new to the world of barefoot sneakers, our previous coverage also featured a transitional option that can help you get used to the feel of them. One podiatrist shouted out the brand Altra for this purpose, thanks to the generally wider fit and the fact that their shoes are a little more cushioned than your average zero-drop sneaks. The Altra Torin 8 is a zero-drop shoe with balanced cushioning that creates a 30-millimeter stack height, leaving your toe and heel level but protected from the ground. Like the Vivobarefoot shoe mentioned above, this shoe also has a wider toe box, though this sneaker is more suited for runs and longer walks than the other.This sneaker comes in a bunch of colorways, in women’s sizes 5.5 to 12 and men’s sizes 7 to 15.AmazonSuction grab bars for your shower with a built-in safety indicatorFor a previous story on ways to prevent falls around the house, we referenced a list of tips by the National Institute of Aging, which included installing grab bars in the shower. That list did not name or endorse any particular brands or products, but our own research led us to this two-pack of non-slip grab bars that can suction to the wall and give you something steady to hold onto as you get in and out. The suction design allows them to be installed tool-free, but they’re still secure on smooth, non-porous and sealed walls. They even have a safety indicator that turns red if the suction is not attached correctly, so you know whether you have to adjust.Promising review: “I’ve been using these for several months in my garden tub/shower. They hold to the wall strongly and support my weight when maneuvering in and out of the tub for balance. Bathing is so much better with these rails….just in case. They are attractive on the wall and barely noticeable as they blend in. Nice design and strong. Highly recommend this product. They do not leave any marks on your walls either. I have removed and re-situated my bars and they still work great! And create a strong seal again.” — JeanAmazonA foam roller you can balance onBy now, you probably get the picture: Properly incorporating exercise tools that challenge your stability can help with your balance. Though this foam roller was initially recommended by experts for core strengthening, it can help with balance, too. According to one expert consulted in that story, if you have the OK to put pressure on your spine, you can try lying down vertically on the roller and using alternating arms and legs to support your balance.AmazonSome motion-sensor night lights, so you can always avoid obstaclesAnother pick from our coverage of how to prevent falls at home are motion-activated lights plugged into the wall so you can always see where you’re going, even at night. This four-pack fits the bill, as it can detect motion up to 5 meters away with a range of 120 degrees, and the lights automatically shut off after 60 seconds of no motion. These lights also have five-step and stepless dimming. According to the brand, each nightlight has an annual energy cost of less than 2 cents.Plus, if you just want the lights always on, you can choose “night mode” instead of the motion-sensing auto mode so that they switch on and stay on when the ambient light gets dark.Promising review: “These lights are awesome! My husband and I bought them for our bedroom so that we wouldn’t trip on the dog in the middle of the night and my elderly parents have them so my dad does not fall on the way to the bathroom. The light is nice. You can make it lighter or not as bright and it only stays on for 60 seconds. You don’t have a night light on all throughout the night in the room….Id buy these over and over again great for functionality and safety!” — KristaTrending In ShoppingMore In Shopping