Exercises / Sit to stand

Sit to stand GIF

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QuadricepsMusculus quadriceps femoris
GlutesMusculus gluteus maximus
HamstringsMusculi ischiocrurales
Lower backMusculus erector spinae
CalvesMusculus triceps surae

Equipment: chair
Level: beginner
Loop: One repetition, 4.17 seconds

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How to do a sit to stand

Sit on the front half of the chair with the feet under the knees.
Lean the chest forward over the toes.
Press through the heels and stand up tall.
Reach the hips back and lower slowly to the seat.

Form tips

Use your hands on your thighs only if needed.
Control the way down, do not drop.
Stop if you feel sharp pain in the knees or hips.