Chair Exercises

Chair Exercises
TRTA Healthy Living
By Veronica Nava
Chair Exercises for Seniors
Exercise is crucial for leading an active, healthy, happy life. When you think "exercise," you
might think "get up and go." But wat if you could be active while still sitting? We have news -
you can! With chair exercises for seniors, you can perform a seated routine that rivals any you've
ever done on your feet!
You no longer to worry that you can't get the activity you need to be healthy. If you're looking for
an exercise program that provides modified activities due to age, immobility, balance issues, or
you're recovering from an injury or surgery, these workouts and many more are for you!
In our Healthy Living session, I (Veronica Nava) was asked to do a three minutes demonstration of
a few chair exercises to our group.
The two exercises I chose where (1) Chair Running and (2) Neck Stretch
Chair Running
Sit with your legs extended, toes pointed, and
arms bent by your sides. Lean back slightly so
that your shoulder blades barley touch the back
of your chair.
Gently lift your feet from the floor. Pull one knee
toward you while the other is extended.
Then switch, mimicking a running motion. If
necessary, grip the armrests or sides of your
seat for balance.
Neck Stretch
Sit up straight, and slowly tilt your head toward
your right shoulder (my right) until you feel a stretch.
Hold this position while gradually extending your left
arm down and to the side. You should feel a stretch
on the left side of your neck.
Release, and repeat on the other
side. Tilt your head toward your
left shoulder (my left) until you
feel a stretch. Hold this position
while gradually extending your
right arm down and to the side.
Perform two to five repetitions
per side. This stretch will warm
up your neck and the group of
muscles at the top of your back,
and get you ready for arm
exercises or other types of chair
exercises.
In conclusion:
I, Veronica Nava, was going to announce to the group
session that with our May 2020 -Healthy Living Tips, I am
going to send via Email a file with "16 Chair Exercises for
Seniors & How to Get Started" hand out. It is too long to
print to hand out to the session group. So, best way is to
send by Email.
Each Local Unit can Save and Print file or Save to keep file
for use at anytime during monthly local unit meetings.