Video by: Matt Brinkley of Brinkley Physical Therapy, for Different Strokes
Exercise level: Level 1
These sessions are designed for people who cannot move their affected arm or leg at all. The exercises will ALL be done whilst you are seated in your wheelchair, and there is no standing involved in any exercise. Please note it is a requirement that a carer or family member is available to assist you during the class
Targeted area: Resistance Training (Week 1 of 4)
Resistance training will boost your health with improvements in strength and endurance. This training will also improve your cardiovascular fitness as you work through the movements.
The goal is to support the above, but you may also notice improvements in muscle tone and function.
For this exercise we recommend the following equipment : A weight or dumbbells/tin of beans/soup or small refilled plastic drinks bottle or with the assistance of your helper, you could use a band.
For more information visit www.differentstrokes.co.uk
Before you begin any exercise programme or begin to follow any of the training recommendations, advice or other instructions, you should first consult your doctor and have a physical examination. The recommendations, advice and instructions provided by Different Strokes and the instructors providing these exercise sessions are in no way intended to replace or to be construed as medical advice. Different Strokes and all associated staff and contractors offer no warranties or representations regarding the advice, instructions, email advice or any other information provided. You should be aware and accept that participating in exercise has a risk of causing injury, both minor and potentially major and even death. Different Strokes and all staff and contractors shall not be liable for any claims, demands, damages, rights of action or causes of action, present or future, arising out of or connected to any instruction or information provided, including any injuries resulting there from.
