Here are a few exercises you can try, all while sat on a chair. We can all try and stay active, even if we are at the office all day, or at home.
- Seated Marching: Sit up straight and lift your knees one at a time as if you are marching. This helps improve circulation and strengthen leg muscles.
- Arm Raises: While seated, raise your arms straight up over your head and then lower them back down. This can be done with or without light weights.
- Seated Leg Lifts: Sit back in your chair and extend one leg out straight, hold for a few seconds, then lower it back down. Repeat with the other leg. This helps strengthen the thigh muscles.
- Shoulder Rolls: Sit up straight and roll your shoulders in a circular motion, first forward and then backward. This helps improve shoulder mobility and reduce tension.
- Seated Twists: Sit up straight and gently twist your upper body to one side, hold for a few seconds, then twist to the other side. This helps improve flexibility and core strength.
- Ankle Circles: Lift one foot off the floor and make circular motions with your ankle, first clockwise and then counter clockwise. Repeat with the other ankle. This helps improve ankle flexibility and circulation.
- Seated Bicep Curls: Hold light weights or resistance bands and curl your arms up towards your shoulders, then lower them back down. This helps strengthen the biceps.
Check out some more seated exercise from the NHS website here: Sitting exercises – NHS
These exercises can be done at your own pace and comfort level. Always remember to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise routine. Stay active and healthy! 😊
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