Chair Squats: Helps strengthen leg muscles and improve mobility for activities like standing up from a chair or toilet.
Leg Raises: Improves balance and strengthens leg muscles. Stand behind a sturdy chair and lift one leg straight back without leaning forward.
Wall Push-Ups: Builds upper body strength without the intensity of traditional push-ups. Stand a few feet from a wall, lean forward, and push back to standing.
Seated Marching: Improves lower body strength and cardiovascular health. Sit in a sturdy chair and lift one knee toward the chest, alternating legs.
Toe Taps: Enhances coordination, balance, and lower body strength. Sit in a chair and alternate tapping toes on the floor in front of you.
Shoulder Rolls: Improves shoulder mobility and reduces stiffness. Sit or stand tall and roll your shoulders backward and forward in a circular motion.
Heel Raises: Strengthens calf muscles and improves balance. Stand behind a chair and lift heels off the floor, then lower slowly.
Bicep Curls with Light Weights: Strengthens arm muscles. Sit in a chair with arms at your sides, holding light weights, and curl weights toward shoulders.
Tai Chi or Gentle Yoga: Improves flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Follow along with beginner-level Tai Chi or gentle yoga routines designed for seniors.