Physical activity for adults: sitting exercises

Here we recommend you several easy exercises taken from the NHS which can be done easily sitting on a chair. Highly recommended for elderly people.

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1. Chest stretch: this stretch is good for posture.
2. Upper body twist: this stretch will develop and maintain flexibility in the upper back.
3. Hip marching: this exercise will strengthen hips and thighs and improve flexibility.
4. Ankle stretch: this stretch will improve ankle flexibility and lower the risk of developing a blood clot.
5. Arm raises: this exercise builds shoulder strength.
6. Neck stretch: this stretch is good for loosening tight neck muscles.
7. Neck rotation: this stretch is good for improving neck movility and flexibility.

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National Health Service (NHS). UK, 2014. Sitting exercises. Recovered on 5th May 2015 from http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/fitness/Pages/sitting-exercises-for-older-people.aspx