Physiotherapy strength exercise guide
This programme offers exercises to aid your fitness and wellbeing. It is provided by KMPT Physiotherapists. As we have not met you or assessed your personal fitness level and risk factors, please ensure that you check with your doctor or medical professional to complete the ‘fitness to exercise’ assessment form prior to starting this exercise routine.
- Publication date:
- 01 April 2020
- Date range:
- April 2020 - April 2021
Introduction
Calf raises and abdominal crunch
Calf raises
Target: shapely legs and calves.
Stand straight, but avoid locking your knees.
Slowly move onto your toes, lifting your heels off the ground, and then slowly lower your heels back down.
Do two sets of 15 reps.
Tip: Place your hands on a wall or chair for stability. Or, for more of a challenge, hold a weight in each hand, such as two water bottles.
Abdominal crunch
Target: flat stomach
Lie on your back, knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Place your hands cradling your head, on your thighs or across your chest.
Slowly curl up towards your knees until your shoulders are about three inches off the floor. Hold the position for a few seconds and lower
down slowly.
Perform 12 stomach crunches.