Exercise from a chair
For older adults with limited mobility, seated exercises are a safe and effective way to maintain strength, movement and circulation. Chair-based exercise reduces the risk of falling during the exercise itself, while still delivering real benefits.
Use a sturdy chair without wheels, sit tall, and check with a physiotherapist before starting.
Seated exercises to try
These gentle movements target the whole body.
- Marching your legs while seated
- Knee extensions, straightening one leg at a time
- Seated heel and toe raises
- Arm raises and shoulder circles
- Seated trunk twists
- Ankle circles to aid circulation
Building a safe program
A physiotherapist can design a seated program suited to your ability and gradually progress it as you get stronger. For those with limited mobility, home visit physiotherapy provides safe, supervised support in your own home — and can help you work toward standing and walking goals over time.