New Knee Strengthening Workout for Seniors

Who says that you have to join a gym or buy fancy equipment to get a good workout? Senior Fitness with Meredith is proof that you can get your sweat on within the comfort of your own home!

Case in point: her newest knee-strengthening workout!

All you need is a chair and an optional circle band. This is a seated workout, so even seniors with low mobility can participate.

In just fifteen minutes, Meredith guides viewers through a series of range of motion exercises. Starting with a light seated march and ending with cooldown stretches, this exercise is both beginner-friendly and comprehensive.

Knee-strengthening exercises are important for a variety of reasons. Not only do they help us maintain our balance, but they may help us avoid falls! In 2021 alone, 38,000 older adults died from falls, so maintaining our strength as we age is critical. Additionally, the ability to stand easily can help you maintain your independence as you age. If you want to slow the decline of age-related loss of flexibility and range of motion, knee-strengthening exercises can help you do exactly that!

So, grab a chair, slip into some workout clothes, and get ready to strengthen your knees!

Workout (15 Minutes)

• Slow march
• Leg extensions (right)
• Leg flexions (right)
• Leg lifts (right)
• Leg extensions (left)
• Leg flexions (left)
• Leg lifts (left)
• Heel lifts
• Toe raises
• Heel-and-toe raises
• Sit to stand
• Slow march with circle band
• Side step with circle band
• Right extension with circle band
• Side step with right foot
• Left extension with circle band
• Side step with left foot
• Right foot stretch with circle band
• Left foot stretch with circle band
• Stretches!

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