Sit and Be Fit

SIT AND BE FIT is a popular exercise series designed to make exercise fun, easy and safe for people of all ages. Programs focus on therapeutic exercises that make everyday activities easier to perform; including core strengthening, balance work, stretching and relaxation. Host, Mary Ann Wilson, RN designs programs with physical therapists, using creative choreography and a diverse selection of music. Her warmth and encouragement effectively reaches out to people of all fitness levels and ages. She is especially loved by older adult viewers, children, and those managing chronic conditions and physical limitations.

Thu, Nov 21 5:00 A.M. Pamper Your Feet     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode is packed with variety and several guest appearances.

Fri, Nov 22 5:00 A.M. Lymphatic Health Special     NHPBS (11.1)

Physical Therapist, Diana Smith, explains the role of the lymphatic system in removing toxins from the body.

Sat, Nov 23 5:00 A.M. Tai Chi with Tino     NHPBS (11.1)

Tai Chi exercises are good for balance training and fall prevention.

Sun, Nov 24 5:00 A.M. Brain and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann shares exercises that improve postural strength and finger dexterity.

Mon, Nov 25 5:03 A.M. Tone and Stretch     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses a towel, large ball and weights to guide viewers through a full body workout to improve strength and range of motion.

Tue, Nov 26 5:00 A.M. Balance Your Body     NHPBS (11.1)

In this episode, Mary Ann leads viewers through a workout designed to balance out the body to improve functional fitness.

Wed, Nov 27 5:00 A.M. Muscle Isolations     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann focuses on building a strong core with muscle isolations that target the pelvic floor.

Thu, Nov 28 5:00 A.M. Grow Strong Effortlessly     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann begins this workout with gentle functional exercises using a ball to improve posture and strengthen the core.

Fri, Nov 29 5:00 A.M. Head to Toe - Tone, Stretch & Strengthen     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses a large ball to warm up the body and a small ball to exercise the fingers.

Sat, Nov 30 5:00 A.M. Pulse, Press, Pull-Up     NHPBS (11.1)

Using small pulses, presses and isometric contractions to strengthen muscles in a gentle way, Mary Ann introduces a variety of new movements targeting different muscle groups and joints throughout the entire body.

Sun, Dec 1 5:00 A.M. Warm Up, Circulate, Strengthen & Stretch     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode begins with a warm up dedicated to a young Sit and Be Fit fan followed by a circulation and weight segment.

Mon, Dec 2 5:00 A.M. Functional Feel-Good Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)

iaphragmatic breathing takes center stage for the first 5 minutes of this episode followed by a lively circulation song that will wake up your feet.

Wed, Dec 4 5:00 A.M. Breathing, Posture and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann begins this functional workout with an emphasis on breathing exercises.

Thu, Dec 5 5:00 A.M. Exercise Potpourri     NHPBS (11.1)

This workout is jam-packed with a variety of exercises to strengthen postural and core muscles; improve balance, mobility and range of motion.

Fri, Dec 6 5:00 A.M. Core Strength and Yoga Inspired Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)

Yoga inspired exercises are woven throughout this gentle workout.

Sat, Dec 7 5:00 A.M. Fun Exercises for the Core and More     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann kicks off this lively episode with a variety of core strengthening exercises followed by a fast paced circulation segment.

Sun, Dec 8 5:00 A.M. Overall Functional Fitness     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann begins the workout with step-by-step instructions for building good postural stability, followed by a fun combination of movements to increase circulation and a variety of sit to stand progressions.

Wed, Dec 11 5:00 A.M. Working The Core and More     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann and Gretchen offer a variety of exercises that focus on core strengthening including segments that incorporate a band and large ball.

Thu, Dec 12 5:00 A.M. All-Seated Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

This workout begins with a focus on various ways to improve breathing.

Fri, Dec 13 5:00 A.M. Building Exercise Awareness     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann encourages viewers to focus on building awareness of what each exercise feels like and the purpose of each movement.

Sat, Dec 14 5:00 A.M. Balance Strategies     NHPBS (11.1)

This full-body workout starts with a gentle warm-up followed by an upbeat circulation segment using "Fred Astaire" arms.

Sun, Dec 15 5:00 A.M. Release Fascial Tension     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann leads this workout in bare feet. Using a towel, she introduces techniques for selfmassage and working the fascia.

Mon, Dec 16 5:00 A.M. Slow Gentle Movements     NHPBS (11.1)

This slow gentle workout features simple but effective movements that positively impact every part of the body.

Tue, Dec 17 5:00 A.M. Head to Toe Fitness     NHPBS (11.1)

This fun, upbeat, workout is sure to leave your body feeling and functioning better.

Wed, Dec 18 5:00 A.M. Spinal Flexibility     NHPBS (11.1)

This workout features exercises that improve spinal flexibility, wrist strengthening, and warming the joints with self-massage.

Thu, Dec 19 5:00 A.M. Improve Abdominal Strength     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann focuses on a variety of exercises to work all of the abdominal muscles.

Fri, Dec 20 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sat, Dec 21 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sun, Dec 22 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Dec 23 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Tue, Dec 24 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Wed, Dec 25 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Thu, Dec 26 5:02 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Fri, Dec 27 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sat, Dec 28 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sun, Dec 29 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Dec 30 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Tue, Dec 31 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Wed, Jan 1 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Thu, Jan 2 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

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