Practice THIS to stand up from low surfaces with ease

Those low surfaces 😖
It is so common, especially with arthritis to have difficulty standing up from lower surfaces like toilets, lower couches and chairs 🪑
One of the reasons for this is the degree of strength it requires from your thighs primarily ☝🏽
One of the best ways to master standing from lower surfaces is to simply practice. But you have to do it in a way that sets you up for success ✅
There are many other ways to help strengthen the thigh muscles (quadriceps) as well. But if you can get into the habit of practicing 10 repetitions of these everyday- standing from lower surfaces will become easier 💪🏽
Keep working to lower surfaces as you feel more confident and are less reliant on your arms 🙌🏼
Many members of Adventurers for Life- my arthritis workout membership- are tackling lower surfaces with ease due to the extensive strength they’ve built up in the right areas 😍
If you’re looking for more ways to strengthen so daily life becomes easier and the doors to adventures open with osteoarthritis- head to the link in my profile or go to keeptheadventurealive.com/start to get started ‼️
#lowersurfaces #lowsquats #physicaltherapist #kneearthritis #lowchair #kneepain #hippain #legstrength #arthritis #osteoarthritis #kneerehab #kneestrengthening #lowcouch #lowtoilet
Not medical advice. Try at your own risk.

[@leoandrews1696]

I love the way you not only tell us the WHY we can't do something - the quads need to work harder when the knee is at this advanced angle but you tell us what to do to fix it, at varying levels. I find that being told helps me realise that I'm not broken AND that the easy level I have to start at will be just temporary, just until I am stronger. A HUGE Thankyou from Australia.

[@arthritisadventure]

Yes this is exactly right!

[@malaikahs3841]

There was a time when I couldn't get up from a low surface and if I accidentally fell on the floor (getting things from the fruit bin in the refrigerator), well that's where I stayed 😅. And there was no way I was able to do a proper squat. But with practice doing squats, I got really good, quickly. I've had both hips replaced since I started doing squats and as soon as my left hip finishes healing, I'll be right there doing back at it. 😊

[@jackie-k]

I agree! I hate it when people tell me to keep doing it because it’s right! Thank you!!

[@nancyinthegarden3160]

love how you present with no extra time and clear explanations. Also, thank you for speaking to us as if we’re intelligent. Some just act as if we’re children. Very refreshing to watch and listen to your instructions.

[@arthritisadventure]

I appreciate that!

[@caroleyoung4647]

YOU ARE THE BEST! OF ALL THE OTHER Creators, you have helped me so much because you are addressing the issue of Arthritis, Specifically, please don't go away.❤

[@arthritisadventure]

I'm here! I appreciate the support of the channel.

[@yebogogo64]

Second that ❤

[@ej9404]

Love her for best and simple exercises

[@carakao-young1485]

The low toilet is a huge issue... thanks for addressing this topic ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@clayed3311]

It also helps to get your knees spread shoulder, width, or further apart

[@Earthangel64]

Yes... This is me. I struggle to get up. Especially with bone on bone knee pain.

[@royerno8500]

Thank you 66yo disabled trying to improve mobility❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Best of luck on the improvement! Thanks for watching.

[@Rick-nc6qp]

Yes, this has been a problem for me. Thank you again for the valuable information. All of your posts are no nonsense and extremely valuable for people like me. You rock. Kudos to you. Sincerely R

[@arthritisadventure]

You are very welcome

[@conniethornbury9464]

Thanks for this one. I love the simple, actionable, steps to accomplish a goal. You're wonderful!

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you liked it!

[@user-rh4uw4ob6s]

Thank you 😊 I've been disabled for 30 years getting older now 61 this is a great exercise goal. It may take awhile for me to accomplish the correct standing but now it's my goal.

[@arthritisadventure]

You got it!

[@paulomedeiros9029]

Peço ao Eterno que abençoe sua vida.🇧🇷

[@cynthiasims6806]

You are amazing 👏 🎉I thank God for you 🙏🏼 ❤️

[@arthritisadventure]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@bcb2555]

Thank you for showing us what strong legs are and the effort it takes to get them there

[@MusicLoverGurl]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@arthritisadventure]

Of course!

[@janetleeharrison]

Broke my heel 2 years ago, lost muscle mass, didn't realize it until recently. This is just what I needed to see - no gym required to improve! THX!🔥👍🙂

[@user-uy2jj7eg9q]

I have these problems because I never took the steps to develop legs like you have! Wish I would have!

[@wallymartini4274]

Love your Channel! Thank you for These good exercises! 👍😊

[@arthritisadventure]

you're welcome!

[@jagroophundal7021]

Thanks a ton for sharing this vital information as I am struggling after my patella fracture surgery I have been watching your shots as well as your videos posted on net and I feel that you have quite a deep knowledge about physiotherapy and I seriously watch your videos thanks a lot again

[@arthritisadventure]

Happy to hear you like the videos!

[@clearfamily7488]

Thank you. That is me.

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome

[@U4Eye]

Thank you for showing us these exercises as they really help me out a lot👍

[@arthritisadventure]

Happy to help!

[@suzy2746]

I am 61 broke my ankle last year and despite being very active up until then, I had to sit around a lot and keep my weight off it and omg my opposite knee has took the strain and I can't believe how much muscle strength I have lost and find getting up off low seats difficult!!! 😮 I am going to put your leg strengthening exercises in to a routine for daily practice because I am absolutely desperate to get my muscle strength back, I have also had repeated ankle strains so I need to strengthen those too. I used to be a runner and fitness fanatic and ride horses too. Thank you so much for your advice. 😊

[@ritagreen846]

😎 SS 71-year-old disabled person I'm going to try that I think the standing and sitting is what I need most it's scary when you fall

[@hossieb4874]

Very scary when you fall n will do everything to keep from doing that!

[@nostalgiaman6816]

Yep. Been using a toilet extender since November 2022. Now I’m doing “sit to stand” and squats and I use that same blue AIREX pad. Sometimes 2 of them. Public toilets are too low. I’ve been taught a few different ways actually - leaning forward - sliding your hands down your thigh - like you’re playing shortstop and stand up. But sometimes - I can’t and go right back down - so I guess in a sense - I’m doing the “partial sit to stand” haha.

[@Misslotusification]

If you lift the level of the seat, remember to use a small step to put your feet up while defecating, trying to defecate sitting rather than squatting makes it harder.

[@nostalgiaman6816]

@@Misslotusification Squatty Potty?

[@Misslotusification]

@@nostalgiaman6816 Yes, that's the name of it, Squatty Potty indeed.

[@kenarthur6253]

Great advice. Gives us older folk hope for a better life. Thank you 👍

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome! You got this.

[@scouperful]

I tried ten "stand up and sit back down " and I completed them !! Yahoo! This is with 2 total knee replacements. It's a big physical and mental accomplishment for me. Thank you for your help. Now I need to trust my new "fake knees" and practice getting up off of the floor. That would be another accomplishment

[@susannewendt4543]

That is really very helpful, thank you🤗

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@aaishahbong3824]

Thank you sooo much ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Any time!

[@chanahmalkakahn2670]

Is a preschool teacher stumbling on this, it's interesting. I am sometimes sitting on a kids chair for prolonged amounts of time, and getting up can be difficult. I will try this!

[@arthritisadventure]

hope it helps!

[@weaverlawfirm476]

YOU ARE A LIFESAVER. The all time best available online. Thank you...

[@arthritisadventure]

I love to hear that. Thanks so much for commenting.

[@hollid175]

This definitely works. My mom had great success with this exercise. Thx Dr Alyssa😊

[@arthritisadventure]

So great to hear! Glad she's seeing success.

[@msbaboolal]

I'm 39 and have seen the arthritis in an MRI of my knee .... Your videos are the first I've seen that really help so that i can still enjoy a good walk. Thank you so much.

[@mariaherrera1989]

You are so right but you are young looks easy but when you start getting older that is where the problem comes I have been working on that but every time I sit down wherever I have to remember to do it the way you are teaching thank you you are helping lots of people thank you blessings

[@awilson38]

Yes, I needed this!! Thank you!!

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brendalg4]

Standing up from a chair was one of the tests my physical therapist would do to see if I was getting better. How do you practice standing up from a kneeling position, or squat? I get stuck halfway up

[@ambikanamboodiri8915]

This is the guidance I needed the most!!!😊thank you

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome

[@ambikanamboodiri8915]

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[@christinevoge5071]

Thank you for reminding me. You’re a fantastic help!

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome!

[@kmsy200]

Alyssa you are so awesome, I learned from you these days more then 13 tome physiotherapy. My left knee is not good , and right one total knee replacement. Lower seat really kills me

[@warrenjones744]

As age and arthritis creep in the struggle is real. you are so right. Low impact exercise is teh key.

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you liked the video!

[@mdillard881]

Just loving your videos! Thanka much!❤

[@winscircle888]

My father is 90. This is so helpful! Thank you, thank you!

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@cococarpizo2735]

I appreciate you help

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you like the videos. I appreciate the support of the channel!

[@PCTLadyPuterTutor]

I have lost a lot of muscle mass in my legs in the last 5 years due to diabetes medication. I am only 63, but feel like an 83 year old trying to stand up from a toilet or chair and while going up and down steps. I am going to try these exercises to see if I can get some strength back.

[@cremebrulee4759]

Thank you! This is so helpful to me.

[@tynitahaines4012]

These are good recommendations...because i go through this because i had three strokes behind each other and i practice this.

[@ngs5733]

This young lady is a true gem.

[@arthritisadventure]

Thanks for your kind words.

[@jh-wg6cb]

So thankful for your video clips. Especially this one today. This is a serious problem that happened to me with age. Thanks for your guidance and knowledge!

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@asddj7118]

Thankyou for this video I have difficulty in standing up after going to toilet

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome! Keep up the great work progressing on getting up from the toilet.

[@louisabenitezmusician7698]

Thank you so much! Your tips are really helping me progress to feeling better again after hip re-injury.

[@arthritisadventure]

So glad to hear you are progressing!

[@debbieellis5074]

Thank you for all your help.

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@lauramicks9634]

Grateful information ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MsWildwood72]

Oh this is brilliant thank you for this

[@arthritisadventure]

You're very welcome

[@Dawn-Songs]

Thank you for truly caring ...it comes across clearly in your presentation. Your exercises are helping me alot . ⭐

[@arthritisadventure]

So great to hear!

[@andreavonwurmb4763]

Thank you so much for your explanations! I need to help some people in my dance classes with things like this. ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

You're so welcome!

[@celydelacuestamojares6635]

Thank you for your channel..there's a big improvement on my knees..i could hardly walk like a child starting to walk..sometimes i'll be falling down suddenly😔

[@arthritisadventure]

So glad you've seen such a benefit on the knees!

[@John-ce1rg]

Thank you for your advice, I will start trying as you suggest when I get up tomorrow. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@arthritisadventure]

You got this!

[@kgrant3184]

Brilliant! Thank you, Alyssa!

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@lydialumanlan7776]

I'm 72 really hard to on my bucket at bed time... thank you for your sharing this, I loved it, I will do that, God bless ❤️

[@weird-history-and-odd-news]

Love your videos and techniques! So helpful! Thank you!

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you like them!

[@heidid3661]

Thank you, I will do these!😊

[@arthritisadventure]

Wonderful!

[@fireblade9005]

Hi Big thankyou from London (uk) for helping us !

[@arthritisadventure]

Happy to help!

[@jackie-k]

I have had two right knee injuries that cause me to have accelerated the symptoms of no cartilage! Now I need to build muscles around my knee. Any other suggestions? You are awesome! I will do your exercise until I can build up! I used to just sit in a squat position on a step stool and I was so comfy, it was what I preferred and now it hurts and I want it back! More suggestions please!

[@lesliefischer6680]

TOTALLY! I can get up from most things, can get down no problem, but if I go onto a short stool or the floor, I have to manoeuvre around until I can haul or be hauled up again. Mine seems to come from my hips though, the front of the hip bone specifically across the lower abdomen. My knees are fine.

[@elowyn9664]

Do you have some good and SAFE exercises for hughely developed hip arthritis? I would be so happy for advices regarding this.

[@wendyburston3132]

This is great. I have a bad knee. Just went the other day. How this helps.

[@Shar569]

Thank you, I've had both knees replaced twice and getting my strength and balance back has been hard.

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@apace903]

Another great idea! Thank you

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@jaguilar11009]

Thanks for all your help ❤😊

[@arthritisadventure]

Always welcome

[@dianne8255]

I have to a hip replacement it's so difficult to do anything standing sitting on a toilet it was almost impossible. Thank you for your videos❤❤

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@angelenarobinson6745]

Thank you for the info.

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@user-nz4fs1bd5l]

Thank you i'll practice that exercise

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome!

[@barbh6987]

Great idea and it will help me too!

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you liked it!

[@moreskeptical-ro9ph]

There are also some wonderful focused exercises to speed up the process of strengthening these key muscles!

[@carlosmartinez2121]

Many thanks for your guidance. May I ask you if you would like to give some recommendations to help or cure the problems with pain in the lower back area and release the nerve causing… I would be very grateful with any advice, sincerely C.M.

[@AbigailRudner]

Thank you!

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@selfaevelynhofilena1137]

Thank you 👍♥️♥️♥️

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome!

[@gingermonroe4153]

Good stuff thx so much😊❤🎉

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Y are the best help thanks❤❤❤❤❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Thank you!

[@amberamber7814]

Thank you 🙏

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@ariesshine1857]

Great 💡 idea ! 👌🏻👌🏿

[@arthritisadventure]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@behaooy66]

Thank you❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@OlekW]

I have to exercise it mor often.

[@annajames8122]

Thank you. I DO hv this difficulty.

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome!

[@kerrybrumley4566]

Thank you

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@michaeloxche9909]

What a beautiful, clear solution for me as I age

[@arthritisadventure]

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[@thomasbrogan8036]

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Helpful content!❤ Subscribed..!!

[@arthritisadventure]

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[@carolinestagg6807]

Spot on !

[@arthritisadventure]

Yep!

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Thank u 💓 💗 💖

[@arthritisadventure]

Always welcome

[@sheilasmith7634]

Thanks

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome

[@lolalove2903]

Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

You are so welcome

[@jmc8076]

What brand are your clothes. These and the pants plus top in short video of three quick ways to relieve (standing at counter) look so comfy. Thx! I use this move and it helps. Not easy.

[@kostasaspiwtis9429]

Thanks for your information I think also the toilet needs support!

[@arthritisadventure]

Glad you like the information.

[@00clgordon]

Greay idea!!! Thanks!

[@arthritisadventure]

absolutely!

[@user-jd6vu7zn8u]

I'll try it!

[@arthritisadventure]

Wesome!

[@velmaholcombe9908]

Thank you this advice ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

Welcome!

[@JesusAlways1st]

I am 5’9’ tall and I find it can be challenging trying to get up from a too low of a position. The shorter you are, the less difficult it is to stand from a lower position.

[@nancybrooklyn]

My thighs are flabby & weak above the knee.. is there any strengthening exercises you can show us to firm them up?

[@arthritisadventure]

This is the perfect thigh strengthening exercise 🙌🏼

[@norlizahsuradi3417]

Thank you ❤

[@arthritisadventure]

You're welcome 😊

[@LordsPrayerBear]

Can you put a link to the blue cushion? It looks like a great temporary help as we make our way lower. Thank you for this video!!

[@arthritisadventure]

Here is a link: amzn.to/4eRnFxg

[@LordsPrayerBear]

@@arthritisadventure Thank you!! (Sorry for the delay, I just figured out how to find my messages and their replies) Your videos are so helpful and hopeful.

[@scottschlemmer4787]

I am going to be hitting you up for info in the future. I blew out my ankle and will need plates. I had gotten my bad knees to function much better until this happened.

[@arthritisadventure]

The channel will be here when you're ready.

[@LB-ku6ry]

Love!

[@arthritisadventure]

So glad to hear!