Sit and Be Fit
Episode #109
This therapeutic tone-and-stretch exercise program designed by Mary Ann Wilson, a registered nurse and professionally certified aerobics instructor, was developed for senior citizens, significantly overweight persons, and those who are wheelchair bound. [28 minutes]
This episode has not aired in the past few months on Iowa Public Television.
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Sit and Be Fit - Facial Exercises Mary Ann...
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Sit and Be Fit - Pelvic Floor Exercises Mary Ann...
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Sit and Be Fit - Fibromyalgia Workout Mary Ann...
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Sit and Be Fit - Diabetes Workout Mary Ann...
The Diabetes Workout is a workout tailored t the need of people suffering from Diabetes. This video is designed to... 01:46
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Sit and Be Fit - Balance and Fall Prevention...
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Series Description: SIT AND BE FIT is a popular exercise series designed to make exercise fun, easy and safe for people of all ages. Programs focus on therapeutic exercises that make everyday activities easier to perform; including core strengthening, balance work, stretching and relaxation. Host, Mary Ann Wilson, RN designs programs with physical therapists, using creative choreography and a diverse selection of music. Her warmth and encouragement effectively reaches out to people of all fitness levels and ages. She is especially loved by older adult viewers, children, and those managing chronic conditions and physical limitations.
All Upcoming Episodes
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Back and Abdominal Strengthening (#1312)
The focus is on stretching and strengthening the abdominal and back muscles to protect the spine. [26 minutes]
- Sun, June 23, 6:00 AM on IPTV
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Exercising with Accessories (#1313)
These exercises incorporate a large ball and a small ball for finger flexibility and strengthening. [26 minutes]
- Sun, June 30, 6:00 AM on IPTV
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Somatosensory Work (#1314)
Mary Ann focuses on the somatosensory system for good balance and everyday functioning. [26 minutes]
- Sun, July 7, 6:00 AM on IPTV
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Releasing Muscle Tightness (#1315)
A small ball, a towel and large ball help release restrictions that build up in connective tissue. [26 minutes]
- Sun, July 14, 6:00 AM on IPTV
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Myofacial Relief & Gait (#1316)
Mary Ann uses the large ball in this workout to loosen up the fascia around the scapula. [26 minutes]
- Sun, July 21, 6:00 AM on IPTV
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Keep The Fun In Functional Fitness (#1317)
Mary Ann focuses on the fun side of exercise with novelty music and imaginative choreography. [26 minutes]
- Sun, July 28, 6:00 AM on IPTV
Past Episodes
These episodes of Sit and Be Fit aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
- Lighthearted Exercises (#1311)
- Improve Your Mood (#1310)
- Better Balance (#1309)
- A Healthy Back (#1308)
- Strengthening Muscles & Joints (#1307)
- Release Tension Through Exercise (#1306)
- Neuromuscular Coordination (#1305)
- Strong Back Strong Core (#1304)
- Pelvic & Ribcage Mobility (#1303)
- Static Balance (#1302)
- Kinesthetic Awareness (#1301)
- Fundamental Moves: (#1220)
- Feel Your Best (#1219)
- Resistance Exercises (#1218)
- Maintain Independence (#1217)
- Relaxation (#1216)
- Stretching (#1215)