This one again. Feeling some relief already with my knee, but have to take it easy a while longer-that’s the hard part-holding back once you begin to feel better.
To see more classes offered on this channel, click on the logo beside 'Improved Health'. Once you click on the logo you'll be directed to the main channel page. You'll see titles saying 'home', 'videos', 'playlists'. If you click on the 'playlists', you'll see videos put into different categories based on chair and standing exercise levels. Also, if you go to 'videos', you'll see every video I've created and uploaded. I'd like to ask you to PLEASE SUBSCRIBE by hitting the red 'subscribe' button and PLEASE hit the 'thumbs up' button if you liked the video. It doesn't cost a thing and it's completely private from other viewers (you'll never hear from me unless you comment under a video). If you click the bell beside the subscribe button, you'll get a notification any time I upload a new video. Hope this helps as I know a lot of viewers struggle to understand TH-cam and how to see all of the videos offered. Lastly, for newbies on TH-cam, you'll see a little down arrow just under the video on the right side. If you click the arrow, you'll be able to read the description explaining what the video is about. I would truly appreciate you subscribing and hitting that thumbs up button! Thanks in advance:) Jules
We did this one today; we made one change, though. We played our own music, with a faster tempo, and worked to the tempo so we could “pump it up” just a little. Good workout! Thanks, Jules!
I love how you're wanting to get stronger and thinking positively of moving forward, Angela! When you switch over, definitely go to the gentle level standing workouts to start. I also uploaded a new seated one last week that includes 10 minutes of standing exercises. That would be a good one. It's on my other channel.
Jules, Thanks for the great cardio workout! We enjoyed it again very much. This particular workout must have slipped between the cracks, as I see we hadn't done in 6 months.
This is a wonderful exercise program especially for seniors...I just want to say that this instructor is very patient and good at with encouraging everyone that participates...Thank you for taking the time to do what you do.
I really like having a different workout for each day. In the past, I have gotten bored with workouts with limited workouts and have dropped out. I really hope to keep doing these. I also like the different options, such as with out without weights. Thanks so much for posting these!
I enjoy the variety of exercises. They are challenging and feel I’m getting a good workout. The instructor is very good and the background music pleasant.
I am really enjoying the variety you are offering. Day 2 is great. Being able to sit and get a good cardio in since I can’t stand and do it with my bad knee.
I love the variety of the exercises. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work out in a seated position. Could you consider making another series of seated only workouts?
Thanks Cammy:) I will have to give it some thought...I am happy to do so, it's just a matter of me finding the time to create them (I work full-time & have an 8 and 10 year old). I'll see what I can do over the next few months.
I loved the workout, how about using ankle weights? ( One hip replacement done, one to go! Unoperated side hurts like the Devil!) Need to GET STRONG! 😊😂Eating Flexible Carnivore!
You can definitely use ankle weights if you'd like during the leg extensions. I'll think about adding them into a future video. Thanks for the suggestion!
So, for the next week to 10 days I have to do the easier workouts. Chiropractor did X-rays and found a tailbone stress fracture (probably just from aging, etc) It is aggravating my sciatic nerve, which is causing my leg and hip pain. After some acupuncture and other treatments, I have already noticed some relief. No running, lifting heavy objects, squatting, and the like. So I made a couple of modifications. I will be a “good girl” and not overdo so that I can get better, then maybe I can begin building back up to doing more again. Once again, I could not be more thankful that I have choices for when I’m not able to work at full throttle.
I love your attitude, Mary. Dealing with the issue, following exercises as prescribed, staying positive and still staying active despite a small set back. So many people would just stop and give up. Congrats for doing what you need to do and for carrying on safely!
I might have been referring to what I do full time for work. But, I also have mental health resources on my website under my blog. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com
I'll add this playlist for you. It's with all the beginner chair workouts. I have so many playlists already so I don't want to add anymore since I think it just overwhelms people. th-cam.com/play/PLsPoR5SimhuWMVSEUKGMLxGPLh28GSxRy.html In case you haven't seen it, I started a second channel for chair workouts. I'll add it here: www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts
I like this first video but just one thing. I have nerve damage in my right leg and a drop foot. This prevents me from lifting my knee to do the ab exercise. (well...maybe a wee bit, but I have to lean to the side to do it so I know the abs aren’t getting the full benefit) Is there a different ab exercise that I could do that doesn’t involve lifting my leg in the manner demonstrated? BTW...I can stand and walk (short distances) with a walker. I can’t get down on the floor because I couldn’t get up again. Cheers!
Hi! If you sit on the edge of your chair, keep your back flat then lean back so your upper back touches the chair, then bring your chest forward again. I do this exercise in other videos. It’s great for the abs. Just make sure you maintain a flat back for safety.
Also, the ‘true beginner’ standing series might work well for you. Let me know if you try those classes. I designed them to be manageable for people who use a walker.
This video is completely out of sync - this has been consistent with Day 2 recently (3 times) and we cannot use it. Will switch to day 3 and not do day 2 again.
I only tried the Day 2, but it was so boring, I just quit after about 7 minutes, but ran through the rest on FF and it was nothing but the same few moves repeated endlessly. I had tried Improved Health exercises before, the standing ones, and it was so boring with the same few moves repeated endlessly. Please get more moves. It is bad enough to have to exercise, but boring makes it worse. In fact, the lady in the video looked as bored as I was.
I create the workouts for seniors who often can’t do complicated moves which is why I stick to certain movements. I want the workouts to be manageable and I am also very aware of fall risks and limitations with movements for seniors. There are a ton of choices on YT so I hope you find what you are looking for elsewhere. Wishing you all the best.
Must be getting fitter! That lesson flew by
Yes, for me too!
This one again. Feeling some relief already with my knee, but have to take it easy a while longer-that’s the hard part-holding back once you begin to feel better.
Hold back! It’ll pay off by waiting:)
Temperature down to 5, everything icy including XC ski trails. This workout was perfect for being indoors. Thank you, Charlie in Syracuse NY.
Yes, not much fun going out in the cold temperatures, especially when it's icy. I'm glad to read you enjoyed this workout:)
To see more classes offered on this channel, click on the logo beside 'Improved Health'. Once you click on the logo you'll be directed to the main channel page. You'll see titles saying 'home', 'videos', 'playlists'. If you click on the 'playlists', you'll see videos put into different categories based on chair and standing exercise levels. Also, if you go to 'videos', you'll see every video I've created and uploaded. I'd like to ask you to PLEASE SUBSCRIBE by hitting the red 'subscribe' button and PLEASE hit the 'thumbs up' button if you liked the video. It doesn't cost a thing and it's completely private from other viewers (you'll never hear from me unless you comment under a video). If you click the bell beside the subscribe button, you'll get a notification any time I upload a new video. Hope this helps as I know a lot of viewers struggle to understand TH-cam and how to see all of the videos offered. Lastly, for newbies on TH-cam, you'll see a little down arrow just under the video on the right side. If you click the arrow, you'll be able to read the description explaining what the video is about. I would truly appreciate you subscribing and hitting that thumbs up button! Thanks in advance:) Jules
Thank you for the seated exercises I am really enjoying them .
Thanks for letting me know, Pat:)
We did this one today; we made one change, though. We played our own music, with a faster tempo, and worked to the tempo so we could “pump it up” just a little. Good workout! Thanks, Jules!
That's a perfect way to modify the workout to make it work best for what you need:)
Jules, you do a splendid job encouraging everyone. No wonder you have so many loyal subscribers and LIKES!
Thank you for your lovely comment, Chris.❤️
Day 2 comp,teed, hoping by the time I finish Day 7 will be able to do a stand up one. Thank you 😊
I love how you're wanting to get stronger and thinking positively of moving forward, Angela! When you switch over, definitely go to the gentle level standing workouts to start. I also uploaded a new seated one last week that includes 10 minutes of standing exercises. That would be a good one. It's on my other channel.
@@ImprovedHealth what is your other channel please?
@@angelaowens4767 www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts
Thank you so much, Jules. God bless you!!
Jules, Thanks for the great cardio workout! We enjoyed it again very much. This particular workout must have slipped between the cracks, as I see we hadn't done in 6 months.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! If you hadn't done it in 6 months, it must have been a nice change:) Do you have any requests for future chair workouts?
Thank you for the variety of options. I’m still enjoying surfing your channel for all the seated options! Loved this one!❤
I’m glad to read that you’re trying out different ones. It’s definitely good to challenge the body with different moves and exercises.
This is a wonderful exercise program especially for seniors...I just want to say that this instructor is very patient and good at with encouraging everyone that participates...Thank you for taking the time to do what you do.
Thank you so much, Anne. I appreciate your feedback:)
Thank you so much for your asserted guidance in this low impact 7 day workout. It is phenomenal. God bless you
Thank you so much, Sandra. I appreciate that.
day two love the gentleness .great videos
Thank you, Helen:)
This was great. It's so great to be able to get a good aerobic workout sitting in a chair. Thank you.
Thank you Janet:)
I really like having a different workout for each day. In the past, I have gotten bored with workouts with limited workouts and have dropped out. I really hope to keep doing these. I also like the different options, such as with out without weights. Thanks so much for posting these!
Excellent! Thanks for your feedback. I’m so happy to hear you are enjoying the variety.
Thank you so much
Love this workout
Thank you for letting me know.💗
Thank you, a workout !!!❤❤❤❤Deb
I enjoy the variety of exercises. They are challenging and feel I’m getting a good workout. The instructor is very good and the background music pleasant.
Thank you so much, Sandy:)
This was my workout today!
Perfect for recovery:)
Mom liked this
Thanks for letting me know!
Really appreciate the variety
Love this workout! Thank you!
Thanks Ruth! You can find all of the seated workouts in the playlists on my channel, and also on my website (www.improvedhealthforseniors.com).
I am really enjoying the variety you are offering. Day 2 is great. Being able to sit and get a good cardio in since I can’t stand and do it with my bad knee.
Thank you so much, Linda. I really appreciate the feedback.
Brilliant workout, thank you! 👍
Thanks Sita!
Super, thanks
I love the variety of the exercises. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work out in a seated position. Could you consider making another series of seated only workouts?
Thanks Cammy:) I will have to give it some thought...I am happy to do so, it's just a matter of me finding the time to create them (I work full-time & have an 8 and 10 year old). I'll see what I can do over the next few months.
I loved the workout, how about using ankle weights? ( One hip replacement done, one to go! Unoperated side hurts like the Devil!) Need to GET STRONG! 😊😂Eating Flexible Carnivore!
You can definitely use ankle weights if you'd like during the leg extensions. I'll think about adding them into a future video. Thanks for the suggestion!
Done!!
Woo hoo! Congrats on completing day 2!
Recently with Plantar Fascitis. So I'm taking precaution and saw these seated workout
I'm glad to read that you are being cautious and giving it time to heal.
@@ImprovedHealth thanks for your commitment with your work for us Seniors. God bless you!
@@mirina326 Thanks so much. ❤️🩹
So, for the next week to 10 days I have to do the easier workouts. Chiropractor did X-rays and found a tailbone stress fracture (probably just from aging, etc) It is aggravating my sciatic nerve, which is causing my leg and hip pain.
After some acupuncture and other treatments, I have already noticed some relief. No running, lifting heavy objects, squatting, and the like.
So I made a couple of modifications. I will be a “good girl” and not overdo so that I can get better, then maybe I can begin building back up to doing more again.
Once again, I could not be more thankful that I have choices for when I’m not able to work at full throttle.
I love your attitude, Mary. Dealing with the issue, following exercises as prescribed, staying positive and still staying active despite a small set back. So many people would just stop and give up. Congrats for doing what you need to do and for carrying on safely!
@@ImprovedHealth , thank you so much for your support and encouragement!!!!
I am really enjoying your workouts.. you mentioned you have a mental health programe where can I find out about that
I might have been referring to what I do full time for work. But, I also have mental health resources on my website under my blog. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com
Can you make a Playlist of all 7?
I'll add this playlist for you. It's with all the beginner chair workouts. I have so many playlists already so I don't want to add anymore since I think it just overwhelms people.
th-cam.com/play/PLsPoR5SimhuWMVSEUKGMLxGPLh28GSxRy.html
In case you haven't seen it, I started a second channel for chair workouts. I'll add it here: www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts
I like this first video but just one thing. I have nerve damage in my right leg and a drop foot. This prevents me from lifting my knee to do the ab exercise. (well...maybe a wee bit, but I have to lean to the side to do it so I know the abs aren’t getting the full benefit)
Is there a different ab exercise that I could do that doesn’t involve lifting my leg in the manner demonstrated?
BTW...I can stand and walk (short distances) with a walker. I can’t get down on the floor because I couldn’t get up again.
Cheers!
Hi! If you sit on the edge of your chair, keep your back flat then lean back so your upper back touches the chair, then bring your chest forward again. I do this exercise in other videos. It’s great for the abs. Just make sure you maintain a flat back for safety.
Also, the ‘true beginner’ standing series might work well for you. Let me know if you try those classes. I designed them to be manageable for people who use a walker.
This video is completely out of sync - this has been consistent with Day 2 recently (3 times) and we cannot use it. Will switch to day 3 and not do day 2 again.
Thanks for your feedback, Carole. I appreciate the honest feedback and will work to improve:)
I only tried the Day 2, but it was so boring, I just quit after about 7 minutes, but ran through the rest on FF and it was nothing but the same few moves repeated endlessly. I had tried Improved Health exercises before, the standing ones, and it was so boring with the same few moves repeated endlessly. Please get more moves. It is bad enough to have to exercise, but boring makes it worse. In fact, the lady in the video looked as bored as I was.
I create the workouts for seniors who often can’t do complicated moves which is why I stick to certain movements. I want the workouts to be manageable and I am also very aware of fall risks and limitations with movements for seniors. There are a ton of choices on YT so I hope you find what you are looking for elsewhere. Wishing you all the best.