Chair-ful balance with Sharon

 

Workout duration: 15 minutes

So today, it’s a chairful balance with this lovely chill, slow and low impact workout from Sharon. A sweet dream for older adults or anyone recovering from an injury as it involves sitting on your favourite chair. Enjoy! 

Is any equipment needed?

You just need a chair.

What is the workout? 

You'll complete exercises and follow Sharon's instructions to work on your balance: 

  • Single leg chair squat
  • Standing on one leg hold
  • Hip abduction
  • Hip extension
  • Leg different ways
  • One foot in front of the other (tandem stance)
  • Side walk - one leg in front and one behind
  • Calf and heel raises

Terms of use: Yarra City Council acknowledges the right of all individuals to choose to participate in a physical activity. However, we strongly recommend that if you are pregnant, post-natal or living with a serious or chronic medical condition, you consult an appropriate medical practitioner and follow their advice when undertaking exercise or physical activity. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, and assume all risk of injury to yourself or property.