Not everyone can start out lifting weights or doing aerobics, but that is okay because you can enjoy the benefits of exercises while sitting in your chair. Don't think that there isn't any reason for doing chair exercises because there is. You can strengthen your heart and your circulation and remain seated.
There are many people, usually senior citizens that have difficulty with their balance or who are unable to stand, who still want to do some type of exercise. The benefits that you receive from chair exercises are similar to any other strength training exercise.
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1. Increase circulation which is vital to older adults.
2. Increase hand and arm strength which makes every day activities easier.
3. you just feel better about yourself
4. Less aches and pains in your joints
Before starting any exercise program always check with your doctor to make sure that you are ready for such activities. Also make sure that the chair that you sit in is sturdy and comfortable. You should be seated so your back is straight and you are not sitting low in the chair.
1. Arm circles - With your arms straight up in the air move them in a circular fashion to the left then the right. Do this slowly so you can feel the muscles working.
2. Chest exercise - Put your arms straight ahead of you. Keeping your arms straight pull them back till they are straight out from your shoulders.
3. Neck exercise - Look straight ahead to begin then turn your slowly to the right then the left. If this causes you to be dizzy stop immediately.
4. Back exercise - With your hands on your knees, move your torso forward as far as possible without being uncomfortable.
5. Torso exercise - Once again put your hands on your knees, looking straight ahead, put your right shoulder forward and pull your left shoulder back, then do it with the left shoulder going forward. This is great for building flexibility in the back.