Seated Pilates for Elderly People | Gentle Chair Exercises for Limited Mobility

Welcome to this gentle Seated Pilates class designed especially for seniors, wheelchair users, and those with limited mobility. 💛

Led with compassion and clarity, this routine focuses on improving posture, circulation, mobility, and core stability—all from the support of a chair. Whether you’re an older adult, a beginner to exercise, recovering from surgery, or supporting someone as a caregiver or occupational therapist, this seated routine is a safe and effective way to move your body.

No equipment or experience is needed—just a sturdy chair.

🌿 This routine includes:
– Seated Pilates movements for mobility and joint health
– Core engagement without strain
– Gentle stretches for the neck, back, hips, and shoulders
– Mind-body connection & breathing for calm and focus
– Movements that can be done in a wheelchair or upright chair

🪑 Safe, supportive & ideal for:
– Aging bodies
– Desk workers
– Post-surgery recovery
– Caregiver- or therapist-led sessions

✨ A few minutes of movement a day can improve posture, reduce stiffness, and support mental clarity. Come back to this routine often to feel the benefits in your body and mind.

DISCLAIMER: Please consult your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. By using our videos, you understand and agree that neither Lindsay Bushman nor any persons associated with it have any liability to you for any injury or loss you may suffer in connection with any content we may post.

00:00 Welcome & Who This Class Is For
00:58 Seated Posture Check-In
02:09 Seated Breathing & Shoulder Mobility
03:22 Gentle Side Body Stretch
04:58 Core Activation from the Chair
05:51 Spine-Friendly Seated Twists
08:05 Seated Pelvic Curl for Lower Back Relief
10:46 Thoracic Extension Exercise | Open the Chest
13:03 Ab Crunches in Chair
14:54 Foot & Ankle Mobility
16:49 Seated Leg Extensions | Strengthen Knees & Improve Mobility
19:33 Neck Mobility | Reduce Stiffness
20:27 Wrist Mobility Exercises | Gentle Movement for Joint Health
21:30 Breathwork & Relaxation
22:26 Encouragement & Closing Notes