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.

Mon, Apr 13 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.

Tue, Apr 14 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.

Wed, Apr 15 5:00 A.M. Circulation     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Thu, Apr 16 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.

Fri, Apr 17 5:00 A.M. Hip Mobility     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Sat, Apr 18 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.

Sat, Apr 18 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, Apr 19 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.

Mon, Apr 20 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.

Tue, Apr 21 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.

Wed, Apr 22 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.

Thu, Apr 23 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.

Fri, Apr 24 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.

Sat, Apr 25 5:00 A.M. Brain and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Sat, Apr 25 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, Apr 26 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.

Mon, Apr 27 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.

Tue, Apr 28 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.

Wed, Apr 29 5:00 A.M. Body Alignment and Core Strengthening     NHPBS (11.1)

In this episode Mary Ann focuses on the details of proper body alignment and core strengthening throughout the workout.

Thu, Apr 30 5:00 A.M. Wake Your Body with Exercise     NHPBS (11.1)

In this lively functional workout Mary Ann uses a towel to improve range of motion.

Fri, May 1 5:00 A.M. Exercise Interventions for Functional Fitness     NHPBS (11.1)

Mary Ann incorporates exercises that can be practiced daily to promote functional fitness and independence.

Sat, May 2 5:00 A.M. Pamper Your Feet     NHPBS (11.1)

This episode is packed with variety and several guest appearances.

Sat, May 2 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, May 3 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.

Mon, May 4 5:00 A.M. Tai Chi with Tino     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Tue, May 5 5:00 A.M. Brain and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Wed, May 6 5:00 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.

Thu, May 7 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.

Fri, May 8 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.

Sat, May 9 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.

Sat, May 9 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, May 10 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.

Mon, May 11 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.

Tue, May 12 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.

Wed, May 13 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.

Thu, May 14 5:00 A.M. Breathing, Posture and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Fri, May 15 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.

Sat, May 16 5:00 A.M. Core Strength and Yoga Inspired Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)

Yoga inspired exercises are woven throughout this gentle workout.

Sat, May 16 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, May 17 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.

Mon, May 18 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.

Tue, May 19 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.

Wed, May 20 5:00 A.M. All-Seated Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Thu, May 21 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.

Fri, May 22 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.

Sat, May 23 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.

Sat, May 23 7:30 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NH Explore (11.2)

Sun, May 24 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.

Mon, May 25 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.

Tue, May 26 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.

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