Imagining Resistance
sit and be fit

Mary Ann demonstrates three different ways to push up from a chair and uses imaginary resistance to strengthen muscles. Gretchen combines a standing balance routine with vestibular work.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 47 seconds

Episode Number: 1602

About 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.


Future Broadcast times for "Sit and Be Fit": (show all)

Fri, Sep 6 5:00 A.M. Posture and Breathing     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Sep 7 5:00 A.M. Facial Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Sep 8 5:00 A.M. We've Gone Country     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Sep 9 5:00 A.M. Don't Forget Your Fingers     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Sep 10 5:00 A.M. Vestibular System     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Sep 11 5:00 A.M. Breathing     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Sep 12 5:00 A.M. Stretching     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Sep 13 5:00 A.M. Relaxation     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Sep 14 5:00 A.M. Maintain Independence     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Sep 15 5:00 A.M. Resistance Exercises     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Sep 16 5:00 A.M. Feel Your Best     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Sep 17 5:00 A.M. Fundamental Moves:     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Sep 18 5:00 A.M. Kinesthetic Awareness     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Sep 19 5:00 A.M. Static Balance     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Sep 20 5:00 A.M. Pelvic & Ribcage Mobility     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Sep 21 5:00 A.M. Strong Back Strong Core     NHPBS (11.1)


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