Prepare your workout
- Equipment
- Chair, Fixed support and Exercise mat
- Before you choose
- General option for adults. Check each exercise's equipment and avoid improvised supports.
- Intensity
- Comfortable load with about 3 reps in reserve. You need not complete every set if technique worsens or you become tired.
- Warm-up
- Before the session, complete one gentle round of the three listed movements. Allow about 6 minutes for preparation, transitions and rehearsing the first exercise; extend this if needed. Rehearse the first exercise with light resistance before its sets, keeping breathing comfortable.
Duration is approximate. Prepare your equipment and take the indicated rests; needing more rest can make the workout longer.
PREPARE TO MOVEYour warm-up
Start with this gentle preparation before your working sets. The listed duration includes the warm-up.
Seated march
60–90 s at a comfortable pace
Sit upright on a firm chair with both feet grounded. Lift one knee a few centimetres without leaning back. Lower the foot and alternate at a comfortable rhythm.
What you train: Activates the legs and trains coordination from a stable seated position.
Watch video ↗Seated knee extension
1 × 6 gentle repetitions
Sit upright on a firm chair with both feet grounded. Slowly straighten one knee, lifting the foot through a comfortable range. Bend the knee and lower with control; change legs.
What you train: Strengthens the quadriceps and trains knee control.
Watch video ↗Toe and foot-arch control
1 × 5 gentle shifts onto the toes
Sit with feet grounded and toes relaxed, without loading the outer foot edge. Lift only the big toe, keeping the other four down. Lower it and lift the other toes; alternate slowly, using a hand if needed.
What you train: Trains independent toe control and awareness of foot contact.
Watch video ↗
STEP BY STEP
Your complete workout
10 exercises01Supported ankle mobility
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Place one foot near a wall with the whole sole grounded.
- Move your knee forward in line with your toes, keeping the heel down.
- Return slowly and repeat with the other ankle.
What it trainsTrains ankle mobility with the foot grounded.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
With your foot planted near a wall, move your knee forwards without lifting your heel. Return and repeat.
Technique cueStay within a comfortable range; your knee need not touch the wall.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Move your foot closer to the wall.
- To progress
- Move your foot slightly further away if you can keep your heel down.
- Avoid this mistake
- Forcing your ankle or rotating your foot to gain distance.
View exercise guide ↗02Quadruped hip rock-back
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Start on hands and knees on a mat with a steady back.
- Slowly move your hips towards your heels without lifting your hands.
- Gently bring your hips back over your knees.
What it trainsTrains hip mobility with hand and knee support and little weight on the legs.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
From your hands and knees, slowly move your hips backwards and return to the starting position.
Technique cueStop where your hips and knees remain comfortable.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce the movement and pad your knees.
- To progress
- Add a brief pause at the back.
- Avoid this mistake
- Forcing a painful stretch.
View exercise guide ↗How to do it- Lie on your back with knees bent and both feet grounded.
- Push through your feet and raise your pelvis, gently squeezing your glutes.
- Lower your pelvis with control onto the mat.
What it trainsStrengthens the glutes through hip extension from the floor.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Lie with your feet on the floor and knees bent. Lift your pelvis and lower with control.
Technique cueStop rising when your hips and trunk are aligned.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use a smaller range of movement.
- To progress
- Add a two-second pause at the top.
- Avoid this mistake
- Lifting your pelvis by overextending your back.
View exercise guide ↗04Side-lying clam
Train
2 × 8
How to do it- Lie on your side, knees bent, feet together and pelvis facing forward.
- Open the upper knee without separating feet or rolling the pelvis back.
- Lower slowly while keeping your trunk still.
What it trainsWorks the outer hip and side-lying pelvic control.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Lie on your side with knees bent and feet together. Open the upper knee without rotating your pelvis, then return slowly.
Technique cueStop opening as soon as your pelvis starts rolling back.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
- To progress
- Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
- Avoid this mistake
- Rolling backwards to open further.
View exercise guide ↗05Quadruped hip extension
Train
2 × 8
How to do it- Start on hands and knees, aligned beneath shoulders and hips.
- Move one bent knee slightly back without moving your back.
- Return below the hip with control and alternate.
What it trainsWorks the glutes while keeping the trunk stable.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
From hands and knees, move one bent knee slightly backwards without moving your back; return and change sides.
Technique cueMove from the hip rather than aiming the foot at the ceiling.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
- To progress
- Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
- Avoid this mistake
- Arching your lower back.
View exercise guide ↗06Supported standing hip extension
Train
2 × 8
How to do it- Stand beside a firm support and hold it for stability.
- Move one leg slightly back without leaning your trunk.
- Return with control and complete the other side.
What it trainsStrengthens the glutes through hip extension with a still trunk.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Hold a firm support. Move one leg slightly backwards while keeping your torso upright, then return with control. Switch sides.
Technique cueUse a small range and keep your ribs above your pelvis.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Slide your foot backwards without lifting it off the floor.
- To progress
- Hold your leg back for one second without changing your posture.
- Avoid this mistake
- Leaning your torso forwards or extending your back.
View exercise guide ↗07Sit to stand
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Sit on a firm, non-wheeled chair with both feet grounded.
- Lean slightly forward from your hips and push through your feet to stand.
- Move your hips back and sit slowly without dropping.
What it trainsStrengthens the legs and glutes for getting up from a chair.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Sit on a sturdy chair without wheels, with your feet on the floor. Lean forwards slightly from the hips, stand up and slowly sit back down.
Technique cuePlace the chair against a wall so it cannot move.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use your hands to help and choose a slightly higher seat.
- To progress
- Reduce assistance from your hands before adding weight.
- Avoid this mistake
- Dropping onto the seat or losing contact between your feet and the floor.
View exercise guide ↗08Side-lying leg raise
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Lie on your side, lower leg bent, upper leg straight and toes forward.
- Lift the upper leg slightly without rotating the pelvis or bringing it forward.
- Lower slowly with a still trunk.
What it trainsWorks the hip abductors, especially the gluteus medius.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Lie on your side with the lower leg bent. Slightly raise the straight upper leg and lower slowly.
Technique cueKeep toes forward and use a short lift.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
- To progress
- Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
- Avoid this mistake
- Lifting the leg too high or rotating your trunk.
View exercise guide ↗09Floor heel dig
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Lie on your back, knees bent, feet grounded and pelvis resting.
- Gently press heels down and try drawing them towards you without sliding.
- Hold five seconds while breathing, then fully release.
What it trainsActivates the hamstrings through sustained heel pressure without lifting your pelvis.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Lie with knees bent and feet grounded. Gently press heels into the floor as if drawing them towards you, without moving them. Hold five seconds, then relax.
Technique cueKeep heels still and pelvis supported throughout.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
- To progress
- Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
- Avoid this mistake
- Pressing maximally or holding your breath.
View exercise guide ↗10Calm standing breathing
Additional exercise
1 × 6
How to do it- Stand with feet firm, knees relaxed and shoulders down.
- Breathe in comfortably without shrugging or maximally filling your lungs.
- Exhale slowly and repeat the cycles in your session.
What it trainsPractises calm standing breathing and awareness of chest and rib movement.
- Rest
- Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
With feet firm and knees relaxed, inhale without shrugging and exhale slowly. Complete five comfortable cycles.
Technique cueUse a natural rhythm without forcing air in or out.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
- To progress
- Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
- Avoid this mistake
- Becoming dizzy through breathing too fast.
View exercise guide ↗
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FINISH THE SESSIONFinish and prepare your next step.
Walk slowly and breathe comfortably for 2–3 minutes. Allow at least one recovery day before repeating hard strength work for the same muscle group.
Open workout in the app →General routines for adults. If you have a health condition, an injury, are pregnant or have medical instructions, consult your professional before starting and ask for adaptations. Stop if you experience pain, dizziness or unusual breathlessness.