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• 24/10/2024
Seated & Strong: 7 Easy Cardio and Strength Exercises
Looking for an easy yet effective workout you can do while seated? This 7-exercise seated workout combines cardio and strength moves, perfect for those who want to stay active without standing up. Designed for over-55s, it’s a great way to get your heart pumping and muscles working—all from the comfort of your chair!
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Yoga with Miranda Part 2 of 4
Sun Salutations – greet the sun in four different ways
This is a series of four short yoga practices exploring different variations of a Sun Salutation sequence. The Sanskrit name for Sun Salutations is Surya Namaskar, and it is an energising sequence of postures that moves the body in a range of ways.
Part 1 variation is fully seated.
The second part is practised by standing and using a wall.
The third practice includes movement that takes us down onto the floor and back up again. You might benefit from having an exercise mat and blanket to cushion your knees.
The fourth session is a breathing and meditation practice using visualisation. You can sit on a chair to do this.
You might try some or all of the practices. Released weekly.
Let me know how you get on! -
- Yoga,
- Programmes,
- Gentle,
Yoga with Miranda Part 1 of 4
Sun Salutations – greet the sun in four different ways
This is a series of four short yoga practices exploring different variations of a Sun Salutation sequence. The Sanskrit name for Sun Salutations is Surya Namaskar, and it is an energising sequence of postures that moves the body in a range of ways.
Part 1 variation is fully seated.
The second part is practised by standing and using a wall.
The third practice includes movement that takes us down onto the floor and back up again. You might benefit from having an exercise mat and blanket to cushion your knees.
The fourth session is a breathing and meditation practice using visualisation. You can sit on a chair to do this.
You might try some or all of the practices. Released weekly.
Let me know how you get on! -
PreviewPreview• 14/04/2024
5 Day 'Starter' Challenge Day 5 - Core
Welcome to the five-day starter programme! This is your entry point to seeing how easy and accessible exercise can be. Over the next five days, you'll do five different workouts, all under 10 minutes long and covering mobility, balance, cardio, strength and core!
It's the final day! This is workout number 5, a core workout. It's quite stretchy, uses the trusty tea towel (or resistance band) and gets the body moving through three planes of motion to make you feel lovely! -
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5 Day 'Starter' Challenge Day 4 - Strength
Welcome to the five-day starter programme! This is your entry point to seeing how easy and accessible exercise can be. Over the next five days, you'll do five different workouts, all under 10 minutes long and covering mobility, balance, cardio, strength and core!
Workout number 4 is here, and it’s strength today. All you need is a tea towel!! It is standing, but as before, you can adapt to do the exercises from a seated position, split them up and do half standing, half seated, for example. -
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5 Day 'Starter' Challenge Day 3 - Cardio
Welcome to the five-day starter programme! This is your entry point to seeing how easy and accessible exercise can be. Over the next five days, you'll do five different workouts, all under 10 minutes long and covering mobility, balance, cardio, strength and core!
It's day 3, and we're getting the heart and lungs pumping! It's cardio day (my favourite!). Three exercises, three rounds! As always, do what you can and adjust if you need to. These types of workouts are a great way to measure progress. Take note of how you feel during and after, and compare when you do it again!
You can do this workout seated (swap the shuffles for some seated, non-jumping jacks)... -
PreviewPreview• 14/04/2024
5 Day 'Starter' Challenge Day 2 - Balance
Welcome to the five-day starter programme! This is your entry point to seeing how easy and accessible exercise can be. Over the next five days, you'll do five different workouts, all under 10 minutes long and covering mobility, balance, cardio, strength and core!
Day 2 is about balance! Here are three exercises to try. The more we challenge our balance, the more stable we become! See how you go, and if you want to do them for a second time, simply restart the video! -
PreviewPreview• 14/04/2024
5 Day 'Starter' Challenge Day 1 - Mobility
Welcome to the five-day starter programme! This is your entry point to seeing how easy and accessible exercise can be. Over the next five days, you'll do five different workouts, all under 10 minutes long and covering mobility, balance, cardio, strength and core!
Day 1 is 10 minutes of gentle full-body mobility (top-to-toe stuff!). You can do this session standing or seated! It's a great one to start the day or squeeze in even if you don't feel like a more challenging session but would still like to move a little.
Have you discovered our exclusive content?
I am so excited to announce that Miranda, a specialist yoga instructor with a focus on accessible yoga has joined the Jims Gym team. Here is a brief introduction to Miranda:
I have practiced yoga for over twenty years. With a background in special education, I was a teacher in London for many years before moving to Stroud. I retrained as a yoga teacher with the East London studio, Yoga on the Lane.
I'm thrilled to see you here, ready to embark on this fitness journey with me. As I've been populating the site with videos, I thought clarifying the equipment you might need to participate fully would be helpful.
Welcome to Jim's Gym! Whether you're feeling energised or in need of a gentler session, this guide helps you pick the right workout for today.
Welcome to our guide on muscle strength! Understand the basics, from motor units to building strength through training. Discover the benefits for daily function, metabolism, joint health, bone density, and mental well-being. Strengthen your body, and enhance your life.
As we age, prioritizing a strong and healthy heart becomes vital. Cardiovascular fitness is more than endurance; it's the key to a vibrant life in later years. Ensure your heart, lungs, and blood vessels thrive for a fulfilling and active life