This week’s exercise is a modification of a squat. Squats of all varieties are great because they target glutes, quads, hip flexors, abs, and more. This version incorporates a chair.
Begin by finding a chair that allows you to sit with your feet flat when you’re seated on the front 1/2 of the chair.
- Sit on the front 1/2 of the chair, with your feet flat, back straight, shoulders back.
- Raise your arms above your head, as though you’re reaching for the sky.
- Slowly lift yourself from the seat, pushing through your heels. Stop when your bottom is roughly 45 degrees above the surface of the seat. This is more of an angled forward and up motion, rather than solely an upward movement. See the image and video for clarity.
- Hold the position for 1 second, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Complete 2 to 3 sets of 12-15 reps.
Please speak to your provider before starting any new exercise regimen.
