Back Leg Raise
In all these exercises:
- Breath out during the exercise
- Hold the position for one second
- Breath in as you slowly return to the starting position
- Repeat 10 to 15 times
- Rest for about a minute; then repeat 10 to 15 more times
Back Leg Raise
Back Leg Raise
This exercise strengthens your buttocks and knee
- Stand behind a sturdy chair, holding on for balance.
- Slowly lift one leg straight back. Try not to lean forward. The leg you are standing on should be slightly bent.
Leg Straightening
Leg Straightening
This exercise strengthens your thighs
- Sit in a sturdy chair with your back supported by the chair. Only the balls of your feet and your toes should rest on the floor. Put a rolled bath towel at the edge of the chair under thighs for support.
- Extend one leg in front of you as straight as possible, but don’t lock your knee.
- Flex foot to point toes toward the ceiling.
Side Arm Raise
Side Arm Raise
This exercise strengthens your shoulders and makes lifting easier
- You can do this exercise while standing or sitting in a sturdy, armless chair.
- Keep your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
- Hold hand weights straight down at your sides with palms facing inward.
- Raise both arms to the side, shoulder height.
Overhead Arm Raise
Overhead Arm Raise
This exercise strengthens your shoulders and arms and makes lifting easier
- You can do this exercise while standing or sitting in a sturdy, armless chair.
- Keep your feet flat on the floor shoulder-width apart.
- Hold weights at your sides at shoulder height with palms facing forward.
- Raise both arms up over your head keeping your elbows slightly bent.
