It’s no secret that mobility declines with age. One year you’re hopping off the floor without thinking about it; the next, your knees feel stiff after sitting too long, your balance feels less reliable, and climbing stairs suddenly requires more concentration than it used to.
That’s exactly why chair-based exercises have become popular among physical therapists, trainers, and older adults. But despite the name, chair workouts can be surprisingly effective and definitely don’t mean “taking it easy” just because you’re sitting down.
