Chair-Based Exercise: Sit Fit at Arvida Good Friends

🪑 Sit Fit is a gentle, chair-based workout designed to build balance, strength and mobility. Perfect for those with limited mobility who still want to stay active and healthy. 💪

This class is ideal for:

• People using walking aids
• Those with reduced strength or balance
• Anyone feeling unsure about physical activities
• Those looking to improve their mobility safely

Weekly Fee: $20

Location: Arvida Good Friends, 47 Whiteleigh Avenue, Addington, Christchurch 8024

Booking Options:

• Online at goodfriends.co.nz
• In person at reception
• Call 0800 20 4120

Contact: Tom Grindell - 0800 20 41 20 ext. 4 or thomas.grindell@goodfriends.co.nz

Benefits of Chair-Based Exercise for Mobility and Strength 🌟

Chair-based exercise programmes like Sit Fit are becoming increasingly popular across New Zealand as they offer numerous health benefits while being accessible to those with mobility challenges.

Regular participation in chair-based exercises can help:

• Improve balance - reducing the risk of falls and improving confidence in daily activities
• Build strength - particularly in the core and lower body, which aids in everyday movements
• Enhance flexibility - making daily tasks easier and more comfortable
• Boost circulation - supporting heart health and reducing swelling in the lower extremities
• Maintain joint mobility - helping to manage arthritis symptoms and prevent stiffness

Chair exercises are particularly valuable because they eliminate the fear of falling while exercising, creating a safe environment for gaining fitness. Many participants report improved confidence in their physical abilities after just a few weeks of regular attendance.

The social aspect of Sit Fit classes also provides mental health benefits, combating isolation and creating a supportive community of like-minded people working toward similar goals. 🤝

Each session is structured to provide a complete workout that can be modified to suit individual abilities, ensuring everyone gets maximum benefit regardless of their starting point. The instructor will guide you through exercises that can be performed while seated or using the chair for support.