A 7 Day Program of Chair Exercises for SENIORS or BEGINNERS | Let's get started!

[@susanjulian8660]

I've been doing your 7 day exercises for about 10 weeks now. In addition to gaining strength in my arms and legs, in the past 3 weeks I have not had to use my inhaler. I am 84 years old and have mild COPD. Combined with my morning walk of a little over a mile, these exercises are great for me. Thanks so much.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Oh wow, I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the results you're seeing with adding in these workouts to your weekly schedule, Susan! This is fantastic news!!! In case you haven't seen my other chair channel, I'm going to add the link for you. I now upload all of my new seated workouts to the new channel: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@caracaslia9553]

i am 78 years old , for me are fit this kind of exercises.i appreciate it very much

[@ImprovedHealth]

Welcome to my channel! I hope you continue to enjoy the workouts you find here:)

[@thegeraldinekuss]

From Brazil.About to have a second hip replacement & found your wonderful workouts. I intend to get muscular & have radically changed my diet & maintained my weight against all odds. ( Long Covid, partner dying Osteonecrosis) Just loved Day One! I will do all 7 & use weights. Thank you SO MUCH!❤❤❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love reading about the changes you're making to get healthy and strong, Geraldine. I think I included the link to my chair channel for you but I'll add it again in case you missed it: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@christabellelysander4392]

Thank you so much, Jules, for the workout. God bless you!!

[@HarlaKadrie]

Haved been doing your various exercises for 2 months now and this one was very hard! Thank you!

[@catherinelee1698]

My friends and I zoomed this together and we appreciate that you have silent times. Thank You

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you for the feedback:)

[@angelaowens4767]

Starting again, arthritis is not good, so exercising when I can. Thank you for your exercise programmes.😀

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm sorry to hear about the arthritis flaring up, Angela. Maybe on those days, the gentle seated workouts focusing on range of motion might be best. I have lots now on my new channel: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@dianetanski464]

I have recently found out that I suffer from edema, stenosis, scoliosis and degenerative disc disease. These workouts are a perfect. Neck surgery will be happening in the next few weeks. All your workouts are great!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Diane, I'm so sorry to read about the diagnoses. I'm glad that you can do these workouts and I hope they'll help with recovery after the surgery. Wishing you all the best as the surgery date approaches.🫂

[@trilbywilby7826]

I also like the written reminders and especially the clock. By the last round of knee taps I could hardly lift my legs! I really like the gentle, but lively instrumental music between sets. Thank you for a great workout series!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Great feedback, thank you!!!

[@laliv7011]

I’ve been working on the beginner class. I just tried this class. Believe it or not, I’m sweating! I had foot surgery a little over a year and a half ago. My foot still hurts when I’m active….I’ve gained weight. I’m the biggest I’ve ever been at 250lbs!!!! I tried water aerobics but hurt my knee! Although this class was a little hard on my knee, I kept going. I just didn’t stretch my leg too far. I survived and will try again tomorrow. THANK YOU for your class and reminder to go at my own pace.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi and welcome to these workouts! I'm so glad this one worked well for you. If you find your knee starts bothering you, you can always try the 'gentle level' workouts. The main thing is to keep coming back daily if you can to form a habit with exercising. I truly hope you keep returning so you can get back to the weight that feels right for you. Injuries definitely put up an obstacle but it's great that you are able to exercise again.

[@JAMThompson-i2f]

Really appreciate your videos geared towards those of us who need to take it a bit more slowly with exercise! Thanks so much!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you! In case you haven't seen my other chair channel, I'll add it here for you. I now upload all new chair workouts to the new channel. youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@barbaraburnett530]

Love all your classes - I do try and make it harder by standing for some of the workouts. I love the variety of each days classes. Thank you!:)

[@ImprovedHealth]

So glad to read that you're standing when you can. Over time you'll continue to get stronger by doing the workouts that way. I'll add my other seated channel in case you haven't seen it: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@adrienneflora7078]

I’m 55 I have bad arthritis in my hip I haven’t exercised in years . Lots of health problems. I’m going to do this. Thank you for being on here. I need this!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Welcome to my channel! I create gentle, beginner and intermediate workouts (both seated and standing) and categorize them in the playlists on YT. I also categorize them on my website which might help you to find the ones that will suit you best. Movement definitely helps arthritis so I truly hope these help you.

[@eugenestewart2965]

Love her workout I put her on every morning for my mother she love it it's such a good workout for her

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much for sharing that with me. In case you haven't seen it, I recently launched a second channel dedicated to chair workouts. All of these workouts will stay here, but all new chair workouts will upload to the new channel: www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@EllenWhyte-jj8qy]

You are a wonderful teacher! Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you, Ellen! In case you haven't seen my chair channel, I'll add the link for you: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@sofiaalter5477]

After doing sports for 30 years lately i have pelvic floor problems, so i need to do sitting lessons, 😲thank you so much

[@ImprovedHealth]

Pelvic floor problems are super common. There are some really good videos online for exercises for strengthening the pelvic floor. I thought of including some exercises in my videos but I thought I would leave that to the experts. Although, I might include a few basic ones in the future.

[@sofiaalter5477]

Hi, i am doing pelvic floor lessons but I needed more and i yours are good you make me happy 😃 thank you 🙏🌸🦋from Israel 🇮🇱

[@yesigalicia]

Thanks for helping me. I love the written reminders and the clock.😊

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for your feedback and thanks for subscribing! Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) in both seated and standing workouts, and categorize them all into the playlists. Just look for 'playlists' on the main page and scroll down to where you see the seated options. I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts I now upload all new seated workouts to the new channel. Lastly, I upload all of the workouts from both channels to my website at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com I hope that helps and I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out!

[@RosalinaAshley]

Great job and definitely with difficulty

[@annesneed]

Good Morning Jules.....started this 7-day again.....it feels really good to be able to do this class again. I am going to do 1 of the stand-up class as well. This class has help me with better posture...Thank you so much again and I will let you know how I like the stand-up class....take care...God Bless

[@ImprovedHealth]

I look forward to hearing how the standing class worked out for you:)

[@jeanstanley-2264]

Evening jules really enjoyed this chair work out thank you ❤❤❤

[@capeg2719]

We play your videos for our exercise class in our Apt community . You're awesome

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know.💖

[@amareally]

New subscriber here, doing this exercise with my 71 years old mom who has long covid and certainly giving her a different boost... she has less ‘bad days’ with fatigue and more strenght.. she now get to have better endurance when doing things daily than before.. thank you so much! I am committed to do your chair exercises with her daily to make her feel better and live stronger

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am so sorry to hear what your mom has been going through. I hope she continues to improve and hopefully the days she can exercise these workouts will work well for her. Glad to hear you are there for her:)

[@tb6627]

My mom loved this❤️ thank you

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm very happy to read she enjoyed it. Thanks for letting me know:)

[@taniasierens5286]

I like the change of exercices. I would be happy to have some more abdomen exercises. Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am planning to create a new seated workout soon.

[@finniganyork9608]

Thank you!

[@angelaowens4767]

Thank you. Arthritis still very bad but I am determined to have some level of fitness. 😊

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love that you are persevering, Angela. I've read about arthritis a lot lately and exercise is absolutely recommended so you can continue to keep moving.

[@rikkir3101]

I injured my foot and can't do your regular workouts so this is a great alternative.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm sorry to hear about your foot. Kudos to you for finding exercises that you can follow while your foot heals. I have lots of new seated workouts on my other channel, too. I'll put the link here for you: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@rikkir3101]

@@ImprovedHealth thank you. I am going to try to do the 7 day chair workouts.

[@itohanott3906]

Thank you.I believe I just found what works for me.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you and welcome to my channel! Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) in both seated and standing workouts, and categorize them all into the playlists. Just look for 'playlists' on the main page and scroll down to where you see the seated options. I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts I now upload all new seated workouts to the new channel. Lastly, I upload all of the workouts from both channels to my website at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com I hope that helps and I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out!

[@marciecarpenter2233]

Jules, You make exercising feel like something you are doing for your health not because you were told to. You deserve kudos for all that you are doing for us seniors. I challenge myself more because I know you care. Great workout and the best thing is that you don't push us to do more than we can. Go at your own pace is something we all need to remember then do just a bit more when you can!

[@ImprovedHealth]

So happy to help, Marcie!

[@patriciaharper5735]

After nursing a bad knee for the last week and not exercising as a result, I knew I had to do something. Well, I just finished this workout and LOVED it! I alternated between 2 and 5 lb weights and got in quite a workout. And best of all, no pressure on my bad knee! I'm really looking forward to doing more of these.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am so happy to read that you enjoyed the seated workout. I think people often think they aren't going to get in a good workout while seated but one can absolutely still push themselves while seated and benefit from the workouts. I have gentle, beginner and intermediate seated workouts so you can always explore them to see what suits you best.

[@elbaestherdiazglez.1109]

thank you for this. I started today

[@ImprovedHealth]

Excellent! I hope you enjoy the 7 days:)

[@annesneed]

This workout is great and you are a really instructor

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you, Anne. I appreciate your comment:)

[@OfraMatzovCohen]

Many thanks for the great workout!😊 Merry Christmas and may we all have a happy New Year!💕🎅🌷🌷 Hi from Israel

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for your comments, Ofra. I appreciate all your support.

[@whyme7400]

I loved this-it was perfect. I have always wanted someone to plan a week's worth of workouts for me. I spend so much time deciding what to do I lose interest before I even get started. The length and intensity are just right for me. I love all your workouts.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much! I’ m so happy to hear you are enjoying them. Please tell friends as I am trying to get them ‘out there’ so more seniors can benefit from them. I feel the workouts could benefit so many people. Stay tuned for more classes soon:)

[@estherdavis6019]

I am enjoying these workouts! Lifting leg to tap knees as part of cardio was super hard for me, and cardio in general was challenging but I will keep at it!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Esther, that is a tough move so definitely modify the move to make it manageable. I'm super happy to read you saying, "but I will keep at it". Determination...love it.

[@geraldmcnulty4255]

I really enjoy your classes I have been trying to do them everyday but I really like your day 4

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much, Gerald. That's great you're doing the workouts almost every day! Thank you for the comment and feedback:)

[@puddingyes]

I turn the volume down some and turn on my Beatles music. I love the repetition because I don't have to focus so much on new steps, I can relax into the exercise and music.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love that you put on your own music. I wish I could use more of the oldies like the Beatles, but it's a complicated process using copyrighted music (and I tried the Beatles in the past but the music gets blocked).

[@herrysamon]

Thanks jules for encouraging me to keep up with workouts luv lorraine

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am more than happy to help:)

[@juliecomer9468]

I know I've responded before on this about 10 months ago but wanted to again. This was a great workout to start my year of exercising! I did use 2 lbs weights and kept up better this time than last time. I ended up not doing all 7 days last time but am going to this time. Will report in at the end of 7 days to let you know how it went. Thank you for keep on making seated workouts! They help me so much!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Julie, I am happy to hear you have a goal in mind and plan to complete the full 7 days. I know it's hard to stay on track but with goals, it definitely makes it easier. Also, if you're able to, working out in the morning often gets the workout done and then you'll feel less sluggish and more energized throughout the day. I know not everyone can do that due to schedules if they are working, etc. I'll wait to hear from you after the 7 days:)

[@floriancoombes1807]

Great exercises

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you! In case you haven't seen my other chair channel, I'll add the link here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@elliekochny]

Just found your channel and love working out with you.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you for letting me know that you're new here. Just to help you out with navigating the channel, I wanted to let you know I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate). I also started a new channel dedicated to chair workouts so all new seated workouts are now being uploaded on the new channel. I'll add the link here: www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@JayBurkhardt1]

Awesome! We’ll start this tomorrow!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Perfect! Thanks Jay:)

[@marylynnarvanitis7189]

did this with my Mom, she is in her late 80"s, we enjoyed. Excellent length and workout. Thank you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much! Your mom is a smart lady to be exercising in her late 80's! Thank you for showing her these workouts:)

[@janetfromanotherplanet6900]

I like the combination of cardio/strength. Looking forward to the next one.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Janet. You’ll see a new one each day for 7 days:)

[@TinaBatterson]

Love your classes !!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Tina! In case I haven't shared my new channel with you, I'll add it here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@rainy.d7404]

Thank you so much for a great video, it was fun and yet challenging enough to make me feel I had worked on all my body. You look amazing and watching you inspires me to keep at it so I too can look as great as you do. Im not a senior yet but due to a major operation years ago I need a workout that is not too strenuous so your workout is perfect to help get my fitness back. Thanks again 💕😊

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for letting me know that you enjoyed it. If you go to my website, I have lots of seated workouts there. I'll be creating more again soon as well. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com

[@victoriamasellis3100]

Thank you

[@JayBurkhardt1]

Whew! Good one! Tough workout for our crew but we need it!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for the feedback. I’ll keep the pace in mind for the future workouts (up to day 4 is already created). Thanks Jay!

[@MEw650]

I did this one today; made it to the end, although by the time I was almost done, I was beginning to feel a little nauseous. Otherwise, besides feeling tired, I did okay. Hands under the extended leg was a bit of a challenge today, as far as breathing was concerned. It felt good to be moving again!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

It's amazing how challenging the first workout can be after being sick...I'm glad you were feeling up to it, though. Just take it easy coming back (don't do too much).

[@MEw650]

@@ImprovedHealth , I’ll be careful and ease back into it. I appreciate your concern. You’re true-blue!

[@diamanayjones8110]

Love ir love it

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you!

[@juliecomer9468]

This was fabulous! I really don't consider myself a senior (even though I'm 56), but I do have ankle arthritis. I did use both arms even though you said use one (at times) and used 2 lbs weights. This was really great and I could definitely handle this. Looking forward to the next 6 days! Thank you for doing these!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much! It’s great that you are modifying the class to suit your needs. I definitely want viewers to modify the classes to work for them. Using both arms at once will give you more of a workout which is great. The classes work for anyone, not just seniors (any age really). Thanks so much for your comment:). Let me know how you find the other classes if you have time.

[@juliecomer9468]

Day 1, Done & Done!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Congrats for completing day 1!

[@marybethminton321]

I liked this workout.I had some trouble with the one where you lift your legs and put your hands under your legs but I will keep working at. I know I need to work on my flexibility. I am looking forward to doing the 7 days

[@ImprovedHealth]

The exercise of lifting the leg is definitely a more challenging exercise...just continue to go at your own pace and do what you can:) Thanks for letting me know how it went.

[@MEw650]

This one for today. 1st/2nd gear feels like going backwards, but I guess it isn’t-it’s just a slower forward movement. I’m grateful that I can sit in a chair and move; some people can’t do that.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love the positive attitude, Mary! You are so right...you are still moving and doing everything you can to keep going forward. Sometimes there is a little bump in the road and that is okay, as long as we keep trying.

[@jenannallen4498]

Really enjoy your videos. Did 10 minute and now begin the 7 day. What do you recommend after 7 day. I still need chair. I need help with balance.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Jenann, if you go to my website, I have categorized all of my workouts into fitness levels...gentle, beginner and intermediate. My suggestion is to go there and try some gentle seated ones that you haven't done, yet. If those are too easy, you could move up to the beginner level workouts. You can find all of the workouts at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com I hope that helps!

[@hannahhaskell5276]

My first day. I liked it. What then after the 7th day. Start from day 1 again? And so on and so forth?

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for joining me! I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize all of the workouts into the playlists. For options, you can definitely do the 7 days again, or if you want to change it up, just go to my 'beginner level chair' playlist and pick and choose different ones each day. They'll be at the same level as this one, but it'll be beneficial to change things up. Just so you know, I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts You can find all of my workouts from both channels uploaded to my website at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com Welcome to my channels, Hannah!

[@SallyLederer]

I might stay on day 1 for a while. I'm really out of shape.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Sally, I have gentle seated workouts, too, if you feel these ones are a bit too challenging. I create 'gentle', 'beginner' and 'intermediate'. The fact that you are starting is a great first step! If you look at my playlists, you'll see the workouts categorized according to levels. It's okay to start slow and then build up to the next level:) This way you might be more inclined to stick with the workouts. I hope you return!

[@dianesherman2670]

Please clarify - In the program designed to increase strength, you state that exercising with weights is best every other day. In this program introducing seated exercise you suggest intermediate exercisers can use weights in conjunction with the cardio exercises with no mention of how often this should/could occur. Thank you.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi! When we use heavy weights and are maximizing what we can do, it is good to give the worked muscles time to recover. For example, if you're following my new strength series, we are working out with heavier weights and really challenging the muscles. When I say challenging, I mean lifting heavy enough that by the time we get to the end of the exercise, it should be quite tough. This is why I create the program so we work different muscles each day. For example, one day we will work legs, shoulders and abs. The next day we will work back, chest, biceps and triceps. By the time we get back to legs, shoulders and abs, those muscles have had enough time to recover before we work them again. During cardio workouts, we use lighter weights so you could use light weights every day since the muscles aren't being challenged in the same way (for example, in every day life, we challenge our muscles with lifting groceries, etc., which is normal but we aren't lifting the heaviest weight we can like in strength training). Also, when we do quicker movements like in cardio workouts, only light weights should be used otherwise it can be hard on the joints. Let me know if that helps to clarify.

[@dianesherman2670]

@@ImprovedHealth Thank you. Your reply came quickly and your explanation makes sense. Thank you for taking the time to explain. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@SydneeGochanour]

How do I get day 2 I love this. Thanks Sydnee

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Sydnee, I categorize all of my workouts into the playlists. I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all. If you enjoyed this one, you can find plenty more at this same level under the 'beginner level chair' playlists. I'll add the playlist for you to simplify it...kzbin.info/aero/PLsPoR5SimhuWMVSEUKGMLxGPLh28GSxRy I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts Lastly, I upload all of the workouts from both channels to my website at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com I hope that helps and I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out.

[@PatBanner]

I like what I see so far. How do I get to and second session?

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you and welcome to my channel! Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) in both seated and standing workouts, and categorize them all into the playlists. Just look for 'playlists' on the main page and scroll down to where you see the seated options. I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts I now upload all new seated workouts to the new channel. Lastly, I upload all of the workouts from both channels to my website at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com To find the second workout to follow this one, head to the 'beginner level seated' playlists. Or, when you go to the description under this video, the links for the rest of the series should be there.

[@janeleach3633]

Good basic workout. Second round or cardio is too repetitious. Would be more interesting to introduce a couple of more exercises. Do you ever use a small ball (6 or 7 inches) or therabands?

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Jane, thank you for the feedback. I appreciate the honesty to help me improve videos for viewers. I plan to create videos soon with balls and resistance bands. Lots of requests for various workouts but in time they will be posted.

[@MEw650]

We did this one today; we tried to push it a little when the moves seemed too easy.

[@ImprovedHealth]

It's great that you can say 'when the moves seemed too easy'...shows you are progressing:)

[@marciabaileygardner2428]

Good morning, do you do face exercise.

[@ImprovedHealth]

No, not yet!

[@marciabaileygardner2428]

@@ImprovedHealth ok,thank you for replying. Love your classes. Have severe arthritis in the hips,but I’m still trying to do as much as I can .Thank you

[@JohnHall-pm9xt]

How do I find the full 7 day program

[@ImprovedHealth]

kzbin.info/aero/PLsPoR5SimhuWMVSEUKGMLxGPLh28GSxRy

[@opheliamarajh4459]

I am enjoying your excuses. Do you have excise to form up your legs.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'll include the link to my new chair channel which has specific leg workouts. I now upload all new seated workouts to the other channel: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@joanndrummond6177]

I don’t like the repetition of this.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for the feedback, Joann. I hope you enjoy some of the other workouts. Just to let you know, I recently launched a second channel dedicated to chair workouts. www.youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts