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, Jul 15 5:00 A.M. Breathing, Posture and Balance     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Tue, Jul 16 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.

Wed, Jul 17 5:00 A.M. Core Strength and Yoga Inspired Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)

Yoga inspired exercises are woven throughout this gentle workout.

Thu, Jul 18 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.

Fri, Jul 19 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.

Sat, Jul 20 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.

Sun, Jul 21 5:00 A.M. All-Seated Workout     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Mon, Jul 22 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.

Tue, Jul 23 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.

Wed, Jul 24 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.

Thu, Jul 25 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.

Fri, Jul 26 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.

Sat, Jul 27 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.

Sun, Jul 28 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Sat, Aug 3 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sun, Aug 4 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

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

Tue, Aug 6 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Wed, Aug 7 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Thu, Aug 8 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Fri, Aug 9 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sat, Aug 10 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sun, Aug 11 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Aug 12 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Tue, Aug 13 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Wed, Aug 14 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Thu, Aug 15 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Fri, Aug 16 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sat, Aug 17 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Sun, Aug 18 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Aug 19 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mon, Aug 26 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)

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