Exercises
Find an activity that's right for you
Choose an activity level for strength and balance exercises that best match your ability
Unsure about your activity level? You can always choose a lower level and work your way up when comfortable. Please click on bolded words to access exercises.
You can also scroll down for recommended exercise videos.
Level 1
You are usually sedentary, use a mobility aid, and need help to get up from a chair-
Supported Hold – good for balance, getting up, standing activities
Knee Lift – good for lower body strength, getting up
Toe & Heel Raise – good for lower body strength & balance, walking, stepping over things
Arm Curl – good for upper body strength, getting up, using a mobility aid
Bridge – good for core/pelvic strength, getting up, rolling over, bladder & bowel control
Level 2
You walk occasionally, use a mobility aid, and need to use your arms or rock to get up from a chairSupported Sway – good for balance, walking on a slope, regaining balance, reaching
Chair Stand 1 – good for lower body strength, getting up
Clamshell – good for lower body strength, using stairs, curbs, getting in/out of tub
Row – good for upper body strength, getting up from chair/car, using a mobility aid
Bridge – good for core/pelvic strength, getting up, rolling over, bladder & bowel control
Level 3
You are comfortable with light to moderate activity, do not use a mobility aid, and can get up from a chair without using your arms-
Backward Walking – good for balance, using stairs, opening doors, turning
Chair Stand 2 – good for lower body strength, getting up
Step Out – good for lower body strength, moving side to side, turning
Arm Extension – good for upper body strength
Bridge – good for core/pelvic strength, getting up, rolling over, bladder & bowel control
Level 4
You regularly participate in moderate to vigorous activity, no significant health limitationsChoose a Level 3 exercise and add weight – or resistance
Add cardio activities – like walking, running, biking, tennis, etc.
Recommended Exercise Videos
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