Chair sit to stand

Aim of exercise

Improves lower body strength, this will help you  with many daily activities e.g. getting in/out of a car, on/off a chair or toilet

Instruction

  • Sit tall on the chair* with your feet hip width apart
  • #Fold your arms across your chest, breathe in
  • Lean forwards, breathe out and slowly rise to a standing position
  • Breathe in and slowly lower yourself back to a seated position
  • Repeat 10-15 times

Progression

2-4 sets

Note:
* Place chair against a wall for safety
# Use the chair arms if needed