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.

Sat, Aug 15 5:00 A.M. Finger Dexterity     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode combines fun music of the Charleston and Cha-cha to demonstrate finger exercises using a pencil, sit to stand exercises and vestibular work.

Sat, Aug 15 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, Aug 16 5:00 A.M. Happy Feet, Healthy Body     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann stresses the importance of foot health. Using a small ball she shares foot exercises and massage techniques to improve circulation, range of motion and strength in the foot.

Mon, Aug 17 5:00 A.M. All Systems Go!     NHPBS (11.1)

This program incorporates exercises for the brain and several body systems including vestibular and lymphatic.

Tue, Aug 18 5:00 A.M. Fit from Head to Toe     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode incorporates a variety of exercises ranging from vestibular system to feet and gait.

Wed, Aug 19 5:00 A.M. Sensory Awareness and Breathing     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses fun music to demonstrate breathing techniques and sensory awareness.

Thu, Aug 20 5:00 A.M. Fun with the Large Ball     NHPBS (11.1)

The large ball is used in many ways from postural alignment to helping with balance in this episode.

Fri, Aug 21 5:00 A.M. Footwork and Core     NHPBS (11.1)

We take our feet and core muscles for granted. In this episode Mary Ann uses a variety of new exercises to focus on the importance of your feet.

Sat, Aug 22 5:00 A.M. Controlled Breathing     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann experiments with several ways to control breathing to efficiently distribute oxygen throughout the body.

Sat, Aug 22 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, Aug 23 5:00 A.M. Vestibular and Core     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann combines a nice mix of vestibular and core work while Gretchen reinforces the importance of gait training exercises.

Mon, Aug 24 5:00 A.M. Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann breaks down techniques to improve our posture and special guest Jeff Brooks gives us a balance exercise for the day.

Tue, Aug 25 5:00 A.M. Breathing     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann offers several techniques to develop healthy breathing habits.

Wed, Aug 26 5:00 A.M. Back Health     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann introduces new exercises to gently loosen the thoracic spine with subtle shoulder and back movements.

Thu, Aug 27 5:00 A.M. Functional Fitness     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode includes exercises that promote healthy living and being able to perform daily activities with ease and without injury.

Fri, Aug 28 5:00 A.M. Good Alignment     NHPBS (11.1)

By doing exercises with eyes closed, Mary Ann builds an awareness of how good spinal alignment feels.

Sat, Aug 29 5:00 A.M. New Challenges     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann introduces a new abdominal exercise called the "Ski Jump" and Gretchen gives you a new balance challenge.

Sat, Aug 29 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, Aug 30 5:00 A.M. Coordination and Reaction Time     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode focuses on being aware of your body's movements and how it contributes to coordination and reaction time.

Mon, Aug 31 5:00 A.M. Lymphatic System     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses soothing music and slow gentle movements to stimulate the lymphatic system.

Tue, Sep 1 5:00 A.M. Mobility and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode highlights a variety of exercises to improve balance and concludes with stroking.

Wed, Sep 2 5:00 A.M. Your Feet, Your Foundation     NHPBS (11.1)

It's important to let your feet feel the floor. Exercising barefoot, Mary Ann emphasizes somatosensory awareness in the feet throughout the workout.

Thu, Sep 3 5:00 A.M. Flabby Arms     NHPBS (11.1)

This workout focuses on exercises to tone the arm muscles.

Fri, Sep 4 5:00 A.M. The Power of Small Movements     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode demonstrates what can be achieved with small gentle movements.

Sat, Sep 5 5:00 A.M. Flexibility and Range of Motion     NHPBS (11.1)

All the exercises in this program highlight range of motion throughout the shoulders and back.

Sat, Sep 5 7:30 A.M. Core Strengthening     NH Explore (11.2)

Mary Ann uses hand weights and a ball to strengthen the abdominal muscles.

Sun, Sep 6 5:00 A.M. Brain Booster     NHPBS (11.1)

This program focuses on exercises that activate the brain and includes excellent movement patterns for balance and gait.

Mon, Sep 7 5:00 A.M. Practice Perfect Posture     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode puts an emphasis on postural alignment and using proper form to get the most out of each exercise.

Tue, Sep 8 5:00 A.M. Variety: The Spice of Life     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses a variety of exercises and exercise accessories to help you feel and function better.

Wed, Sep 9 5:00 A.M. Functional and Fun Exercises for the Feet     NHPBS (11.1)

This workout begins with a fun segment dedicated to keeping your feet happy and healthy.

Thu, Sep 10 5:00 A.M. Yardsticks and Bands     NHPBS (11.1)

Opening this program is a unique warm-up routine using a yardstick.

Fri, Sep 11 5:00 A.M. Shoulder and Back Strength     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann guides viewers through a lively workout sharing exercises that help strengthen the shoulders and back.

Sat, Sep 12 5:00 A.M. Postural Alignment and Shoulder Stability     NHPBS (11.1)

This program features exercises that help increase postural awareness and stabilize the shoulders.

Sat, Sep 12 7:30 A.M. Healthy Aging     NH Explore (11.2)

A variety of unique exercises are introduced which are all designed to promote healthy aging.

Sun, Sep 13 5:00 A.M. Circulation     NHPBS (11.1)

This upbeat episode focuses on movements designed to get the blood flowing through the body.

Mon, Sep 14 5:00 A.M. Core Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann shares exercises that help build core strength which plays an important role in balance and back strength.

Tue, Sep 15 5:00 A.M. Hip Mobility     NHPBS (11.1)

Maintaining flexibility in the hips is an important strategy to ensure healthy aging.

Wed, Sep 16 5:00 A.M. Music and Novelty     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann's love of combining novelty music and exercise is obvious by the way she matches her movements to this engaging staccato melody.

Thu, Sep 17 5:00 A.M. Imagining Resistance     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann demonstrates three different ways to push up from a chair and uses imaginary resistance to strengthen muscles.

Fri, Sep 18 5:00 A.M. A Treat for Your Feet     NHPBS (11.1)

In this episode Mary Ann is paying special attention for feet, shoulders and hip range of motion using a towel and band.

Sat, Sep 19 5:00 A.M. Somatosensory and Lymphatic Systems     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses a large ball to stimulate the sensory and lymphatic systems, accompanied by jazzy, New Orleans style music.

Sat, Sep 19 7:30 A.M. Exercise Is Fun     NH Explore (11.2)

Mary Ann focuses on fun and functional exercises set to some of her favorite music.

Sun, Sep 20 5:00 A.M. Neglected Areas of Body     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode begins slow and easy with great music to accompany exercises for posture using a towel and band, a large ball for balance, in addition to exercises for hips, carpal tunnel and the pelvic floor.

Mon, Sep 21 5:00 A.M. Diabetes and Peripheral Neuropathy     NHPBS (11.1)

A large and small ball is used as a way to facilitate exercises to improve conditions such as diabetes and peripheral neuropathy.

Tue, Sep 22 5:00 A.M. Full Body Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann uses a towel to assist with neck alignment and a band for strengthening shoulders and upper back.

Wed, Sep 23 5:00 A.M. Brain and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode includes unusual exercises for brain stimulation and help with balance.

Thu, Sep 24 5:00 A.M. Upbeat and Fun     NHPBS (11.1)

This energetic full body workout has a lot stomping and good hip movement for anyone confined to a wheelchair or chair.

Fri, Sep 25 5:00 A.M. Be Happy     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann will lift your spirits, posture, and leave you with a smile, happy feet and nimble fingers.

Sat, Sep 26 5:00 A.M. Heel to Toe Functional Fitness     NHPBS (11.1)

In this workout Mary Ann focuses on core strengthening, balance, finger dexterity and improving range of motion.

Sat, Sep 26 7:30 A.M. Strength Coordination     NH Explore (11.2)

This episode features a potpourri of movements to enhance strength and coordination.

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