Getting out of a chair can start to feel harder over time, and many people assume it’s because they’ve lost strength. In reality, it’s often more about positioning and technique than strength alone.
In this short video, Dr. Kathy Doubleday, clinical director at Physio Ed, shares a few simple adjustments that can help you bring your weight over your feet more easily so your legs can do their job.
You don’t need special equipment, and you can move at a pace that feels right for you.
You don’t need to practice this perfectly or every day. Even understanding why it works can make everyday movement feel more manageable.
Some people like having a place to ask questions or see how others are working on everyday movement challenges. That’s what Physio Ed. Connect is for — it’s there if and when that feels helpful.
