Chair Yoga Bible and All-In Exercises for Seniors (7 Books in 1): Chair Yoga Poses Workouts, Stretching, Core, Water Aerobics Routines to Strengthen Balance, Recover Wellbeing and Falling Prevention by Claudine Wells

Author:Claudine Wells [Wells, Claudine]
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Published: 2022-11-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 8. Standing Exercises

Exercises for Beginners

Squats

Stand upright, with legs apart, feet turned slightly outward, and hands resting on thighs. You can use a wall behind you if it’s more comfortable.

Then bend the knees while keeping your back straight. Stop before the buttocks reach the level of the knees.

Exhale and return to the starting position.

Perform three sets of ten repetitions each.

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Lateral Leg Raises

Standing erect with feet together and hands on hips.

As you lift your left leg to the side, exhale and return to the starting position.

Keep the trunk and shoulders aligned throughout the movement by contracting the abdomen.

Maintain unaltered curves of the spine. Stabilize the supporting leg by contracting the buttocks and abdomen.

Perform all repetitions, then repeat with the right leg.

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