Get Fit While You Sit

You can burn 84 calories per hour just by sitting on the couch. That’s not bad (for doing nothing!) but if you take even fifteen minutes of your “sitting time” a day to fit in a small workout, you can increase the number of calories you burn, as well as increase core muscle strength, flexibility, and even muscle strength.

When it comes to chair exercises, creating a habit of it is easier than you think. The next time you sit down to watch TV, or even while your waiting for the water to boil as your fixing supper, find a steady, armless chair or ottoman and try a few of these simple exercises.
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Sitting Exercises for Seniors

Let’s face it. Getting older comes with a few aches and pains. The arthritis sets in. Our joints hurt. Our back aches. So what’s the solution? Have a seat. Literally—grab a chair and start exercising. You can build core strength, increase flexibility, and even do strength training all with the aid of a kitchen chair. Continue Reading

Sitting Exercises at Work

Sitting at your desk all day may get the work done, but it’s not doing any favors for your health. If you’re stuck in a cubicle most of the day, it’s important to give your body—and your mind—a break. A few stretches and simple exercises, easily done without leaving your desk, should do the trick. And your co-workers won’t suspect a thing! Continue Reading

Sitting Exercises for Abs

So you can’t make it to the gym. Some days you can’t even make it away from your desk! Wouldn’t it be great if you could get your work done and stay in shape at the same time? You can. In fact, it’s fairly easy to fit in a few simple exercises that can be performed without ever leaving your cubicle.Continue Reading