Later Life Training - Chair Based Exercise (PDF)
16 Chair Exercises for Seniors &
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Introduction
This booklet contains exercises aimed at older people
who wish to either maintain or increase their
independence.
Research has shown that many of the exercises can
help to strengthen muscles and bone. Stronger
muscles make every day activities such as washing,
dressing, shopping or doing house work easier and less
of a strain. You are less likely to injure your self doing
everyday activities, stronger muscles help to improve
balance and walking. There are exercises included that
will help to improve your circulation which in turn will
help to lessen cramp and help to keep you warmer.
TROKE Helps lower cholesterol level, stress hormones and muscle tension • Helps lower blood pressure
• Keeps the heart muscle strong
• Aids circulation and helps blood
and body fluids to move ✔ Feel better, more energetic
