There comes a point in all of our lives where even the simple, every day things become a little harder. Loading/Unloading the dishwasher, walking up the stairs, getting out of bed or a chair can take a bit longer than they used to. And usually involve a bit of creaking and cracking from the bones! There are a few exercises that, when repeated, can help loosen up those muscles and put a little pep back in the step.
Chair Squat: Sitting down and standing up. Quite honestly, one of the most basic of all human movements but all too often we master the sitting down part without doing the standing back up for hours at a time. Sitting/standing as many times as you can will help to increase your mobility. Increase the time or number of repetitions each day until you begin to feel stronger. **Don’t just plop down either. Control your upper body, keeping your back straight and posture proper both coming up and sitting down.
Standing Leg Curls: Stand on one leg, supporting yourself with the wall or back of a chair, while curling your leg up back your buttocks. Continue this motion with both legs until you feel your hamstrings (back of leg) tiring. Increase the time or number of repetitions each day.
Wall Push-ups: Place both hands flat, shoulder width apart, and shoulder level on a wall. Tucking elbows in, push off the wall, fully extending your elbows. Repeat this movement until your arms and chest tire. Increase the time and repetition each day.
Including this simple routine in your day-to-day life will quickly help your flexibility, strength, and keep your energy levels high!
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