A slower reaction can show up in tiny moments: catching a dropped spoon, stepping around a rug corner, reaching for a grab bar, or noticing that the phone is ringing. Those little delays can be frustrating, and they can raise the risk of falls. The good news is that reaction time can often be practiced in gentle, low-pressure ways. The goal isn’t speed for the sake of speed. The goal is to help the brain and body “talk” to each other a little more smoothly. For seniors and fr