Breathing, Posture and Balance
sit and be fit

Mary Ann begins this functional workout with an emphasis on breathing exercises. A towel is used to improve tactile stimulation, grip strength and wrist flexibility. Guest instructor, Toni, leads a weight segment to strengthen postural muscles and Gretchen leads a balance routine. Mary Ann finishes the workout with stretching and relaxation. Dr. Emily leaves viewers with a brain game exercise for balance.

Duration: 27 minutes and 30 seconds

Episode Number: 1807

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)

Thu, Jul 31 5:00 A.M. Tune Into Your Body     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Aug 1 5:00 A.M. Rhythm and Exercise     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Aug 2 5:00 A.M. Relieve Stress with Exercise     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Aug 3 5:00 A.M. Tlc for Your Back     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Aug 4 5:00 A.M. Another "Never Boring" Workout!     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Aug 5 5:00 A.M. Fantastic Feet     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Aug 6 5:00 A.M. Move and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Aug 7 5:00 A.M. Exercise for Fun and Functional Independence     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Aug 8 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Aug 9 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Aug 10 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Aug 11 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Aug 12 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Aug 13 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Aug 14 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Aug 15 5:00 A.M. Sit and Be Fit     NHPBS (11.1)


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