Try a Seated Exercise Class

Keeping yourself fit and active can be difficult right now but there are lots of classes online that help with that. Why not try this seated exercise class from our physiotherapy team?

Just remember, two of the most important things about exercising; safety and enjoyment, so only do what you feel you can do comfortably. Always start new exercises gently and carefully to avoid an injury. If you can manage the exercises without any problems, you can gradually increase the number of repetitions. Discontinue any exercises that make you feel in any way worse rather than better. Stop immediately if you experience chest pain, dizziness or severe shortness of breath and contact your GP (dial 999 if you feel very unwell and your symptoms do not go away after you stop exercising).

1) Shoulder circles (10 reps)

Sitting up in your chair, move your shoulders in a circular pattern as shown so that you are moving in an up, back and down direction
Perform small circles if needed for comfort

2) Toe and Heel Raises (10 reps)

Slowly lift both heels, keeping toes flat on the floor
Replace your feet flat on the floor
Then lift your foot as high as possible, keeping your heels flat on the floor Repeat to tap toes then heels on the floor