SQUATS: when starting your squat turn your toes out slightly & keep your heels on the floor through the entire squat, this will make sure the gluteal muscles are fully engaged. Perform mini-squats if you suffer from knee problems and stay away from any movements that cause you pain.
THE WALL: (upper back), stand with your back to a wall and place your feet about 8 inches from the wall (your feet are on the ground of course), bring your elbows up to about shoulder height and push yourself off the wall. This is a great exercise to work your upper back posture!
NU STEP: this equipment was designed to give some cardio-vascular activity for those with mobility problems. Whether you walk, bike, swim, etc. to maximize your cardiovascular benefits be consistent and have your fitness professional calculate your target heart rate.
LUNGES: to protect the knees perform back step lunges and take small steps. If you want a challenge try to take a full step and touch the opposite knee to the ground. If you have any pain, stop and consult your exercise professional.
CHAIR DIPS: the primary focus here are the triceps in the back of the arm. For beginners start with your knees bent, if you want to increase the intensity straighten your legs.
PUSH-UPS: this is a great upper body exercise that you can do anywhere! The focus is on the chest and triceps, but the body has to work from head to toe to hold the body in the proper position.
PUSH-UPS: this is a great upper body exercise that you can do anywhere! The focus is on the chest and triceps, but the body has to work from head to toe to hold the body in the proper position.
SHOULDER CIRCLES: this simple exercise is extremely effective for working the deltoids and upper trapezius muscles, time yourself and try to keep the circles going for 1 minute.