PORTABLE GYM (part 2)

HELLO AND HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! Spring is here...new life...the mind, body and spirit energized! You have a spring in your step. That quick smile is ever present. Your confidence reaches a new level. Let's get started with that folding chair you found in the basement.

1. Stand behind the back of the chair, lean forward placing your hands on the seat and as you are bent forward you will feel the stretch in hamstrings. Stretch and hold for a count of 30. Do this 5-10 times.
2. Place your hands on the back of the chair and stand 6-8 inches from the chair. Now swing your right leg from side to side in front of you 5 times. Now your left leg. Do this 3 times each leg. You are facing the back of the chair.
3. Stand sideways to the back of the chair and with your left hand on the back of the chair, reach down with your right hand, grab your right ankle and pull up until your right heel touches your buttocks. Now alternate with your left leg. Both legs 3 times to the count of 20 each time.
4. Now sitting down, raise your knees and then straighten your legs and hold for the count of 10. Do 3 sets, more if you can.
5. Now, still sitting and with both hands on the chair, lift your body up and hold for the count of 10. do this 3 times; even if you can't lift your body, it is a good exercise.

Remember: only do what feels comfortable. Speed is not of the essence. This exercise should take 20-30 minutes.

Next blog...the exercise ball.

Reference: http://www.secondwindfitnessfilm.com/

HAVE A GREAT LIFE EVERYONE! JIMMY O