Sit to stand
- Sit on the edge of your chair.
- Stand upright.
- Do 6 to 10 repetitions.
- Do one to three sets.
- Progress to not using your arms.
Squat
- Stand with your legs shoulder width apart.
- Lower your body as if you are sitting on a seat.
- Do not bend your knees beyond 90 degrees.
- Do 6 to 10 repetitions.
- Do one to three sets.
- To progress, hold hand weights and repeat exercise.
Step ups
This activity can be either a strength or an aerobic exercise.
For strength:
- Do 6 to 10 repetitions.
- Do one to three sets.
- To progress hold hand weights and repeat exercise.
For aerobic:
- Do a 30 second set of step ups, then rest for one minute.
- Repeat 5 to 20 times depending upon your fitness.
Leg Extension
- Sit in a chair with knees bent at 90 degrees and feet on the floor.
- Slowly straighten one leg.
- Return to starting position.
- Repeat for other leg.
- Do 6 to 10 repetitions.
- Do one to three sets.
Please note:
- This exercise can be completed with a weight around the ankle or tubing / resistance band to make it harder.
Heel Raise
- Find a solid supporting object such as a bench, wall or sturdy chair.
- Raise heels and rise onto toes.
- Lower heels back to floor.
- Do 6 to 10 repetitions.
- Do one to three sets.