Chair Sit-to-Stand

A squat with a chair behind you for safety. It builds the leg strength you use every time you get up, and it is the best first step towards a full squat.

1. Sit near the front of a sturdy chair with your feet flat and hip-width apart.
2. Lean forward slightly and reach your arms out in front.
3. Press through your feet to stand up tall, squeezing your glutes.
4. Sit back down slowly and with control.

• Put the chair against a wall so it can't slide.
• Use your hands on your thighs at first if you need to.
• Use a lower seat or a slower descent to make it harder.