These SIT AND BE FIT workouts feature Mary Ann Wilson, RN, from the popular public television series. Each 27 minute episode includes full body workouts designed to strengthen, stretch and improve overall the function of your body. Mary Ann creates and leads exercises that are easy, upbeat and lively which feature fun movements and music. Plus, seated versions of the standing workouts are demonstrated by a second instructor. Episode 1 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Towel/Fingers, Weights, Legs, Stretch & Relaxation Episode 2 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Fingers, Weights, Leg Strengthening & Stretching Episode 3 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Band, Fingers, Leg Strengthening, Stretch & Relaxation Episode 4 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Towel, Band, Leg Strengthening & Stretching Mary Ann Wilson is a registered nurse in the field of geriatrics and post-polio rehabilitation, and is also the founder and host of the award winning exercise show Sit and Be Fit, which is broadcast on over 100 PBS television stations across the United States. In 1987, Wilson started the PBS show Sit and Be Fit which includes a variety of exercises for the elderly and people with limited mobility. The show revolves around exercises that can be done while sitting in or using a chair, with little effort.[1] Wilson’s idea for Sit and Be Fit came in 1985 while she was teaching an adult aerobics class and noticed her clients suffering numerous injuries and attrition. Wilson then began to see a vast improvement in the health and well being of the students and began a trek to have her idea spread on a national level. So in 1987, KSPS-TV agreed to air her show and distributed 30 episodes nationwide. Wilson has so far produced 220 episodes and 24 home video workouts. Wilson has also written several fitness manuals and has written several columns on health in the aging community. Along with doing her show, Wilson also offers a variety of seminars and lectures to health care professionals, caregivers and doctors at hospitals around the United States. Wilson has also been a spokesperson for her exercises and expertise at several national and international health conferences. Wilson is also a teacher, attending nursing and retirement homes whenever possible, in an attempt to develop new exercises for her program. SIT AND BE FIT is designed in conjunction with a team of physical therapists and recognized as a rehabilitative exercise program. In communities where SIT AND BE FIT airs, occupational therapists and physical therapists recommend SIT AND BE FIT to their patients as an excellent follow-up program to therapy. With its safe, well-researched foundation, SIT AND BE FIT is recognized and recommended by professionals in the healthcare industry. Physical Therapists recommend SIT AND BE FIT for: Exercise after physical therapy Exercise for post-surgery Exercise and rehabilitation Exercise for seniors Exercise for those with disabilities
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 5.25 x 0.5 inches; 2.88 ounces
Item model number : Tcv563
Director : Mary Ann Wilson, RN
Media Format : NTSC, Color, Multiple Formats
Run time : 1 hour and 48 minutes
Release date : December 10, 2013
Actors : Mary Ann Wilson, RN
Studio : Total-Content LLC
ASIN : B00GU05MU2
Number of discs : 1
Sit And Be Fit Stretch And Strengthen Award-Winning Senior Fitness Chair Exercise Workout Stretching, Strength Training, and Balance. Improve flexibility, muscle and bone strength, circulation, heart health, and stability, Developed By Mary Ann Wilson, RN
$16.95
These SIT AND BE FIT workouts feature Mary Ann Wilson, RN, from the popular public television series. Each 27 minute episode includes full body workouts designed to strengthen, stretch and improve overall the function of your body. Mary Ann creates and leads exercises that are easy, upbeat and lively which feature fun movements and music. Plus, seated versions of the standing workouts are demonstrated by a second instructor. Episode 1 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Towel/Fingers, Weights, Legs, Stretch & Relaxation Episode 2 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Fingers, Weights, Leg Strengthening & Stretching Episode 3 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Band, Fingers, Leg Strengthening, Stretch & Relaxation Episode 4 – 27 min Warm-up, Circulation, Towel, Band, Leg Strengthening & Stretching Mary Ann Wilson is a registered nurse in the field of geriatrics and post-polio rehabilitation, and is also the founder and host of the award winning exercise show Sit and Be Fit, which is broadcast on over 100 PBS television stations across the United States. In 1987, Wilson started the PBS show Sit and Be Fit which includes a variety of exercises for the elderly and people with limited mobility. The show revolves around exercises that can be done while sitting in or using a chair, with little effort.[1] Wilson’s idea for Sit and Be Fit came in 1985 while she was teaching an adult aerobics class and noticed her clients suffering numerous injuries and attrition. Wilson then began to see a vast improvement in the health and well being of the students and began a trek to have her idea spread on a national level. So in 1987, KSPS-TV agreed to air her show and distributed 30 episodes nationwide. Wilson has so far produced 220 episodes and 24 home video workouts. Wilson has also written several fitness manuals and has written several columns on health in the aging community. Along with doing her show, Wilson also offers a variety of seminars and lectures to health care professionals, caregivers and doctors at hospitals around the United States. Wilson has also been a spokesperson for her exercises and expertise at several national and international health conferences. Wilson is also a teacher, attending nursing and retirement homes whenever possible, in an attempt to develop new exercises for her program. SIT AND BE FIT is designed in conjunction with a team of physical therapists and recognized as a rehabilitative exercise program. In communities where SIT AND BE FIT airs, occupational therapists and physical therapists recommend SIT AND BE FIT to their patients as an excellent follow-up program to therapy. With its safe, well-researched foundation, SIT AND BE FIT is recognized and recommended by professionals in the healthcare industry. Physical Therapists recommend SIT AND BE FIT for: Exercise after physical therapy Exercise for post-surgery Exercise and rehabilitation Exercise for seniors Exercise for those with disabilities
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 5.25 x 0.5 inches; 2.88 ounces
Item model number : Tcv563
Director : Mary Ann Wilson, RN
Media Format : NTSC, Color, Multiple Formats
Run time : 1 hour and 48 minutes
Release date : December 10, 2013
Actors : Mary Ann Wilson, RN
Studio : Total-Content LLC
ASIN : B00GU05MU2
Number of discs : 1
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by Angie59
Sit and Be Fit video
I like her PBS channel but sometimes I miss it and I can do these exercises when I am ready.
by Sixtus
Love Sit and Be Fit!
I absolutely love these videos. I am considerably younger than the target age, but still find them fun and a great way to have a gentle workout. I still feel as though my muscles get a workout and can already feel the difference in my postural muscles just after 1 week of using this. She incorporates weights and bands into several of the workouts, so if you need more challenge, you can just increase the weight or get the next level of exercise band. I like that she pays attention to relaxation, stretching, and to the small joints such as the hands and fingers as well. Mary Ann is upbeat, positive, and explains what to do in a friendly tone- she also goes slow enough so that the first time viewer is not completely lost. The music is from my grandparents generation- which I love because it is upbeat and not the same beats they typically use in more modern exercise videos. The best part of these videos is that they are truly for the beginner to exercise- no matter the age. So many exercise videos that are supposed to be for beginners start at a ridiculously high level of fitness- If one could do 30 min of aerobics, most likely they don’t need the beginners DVD. Mary Ann really designed a program that is gentle enough for everyone. Love it!
by Grandma
Great, but no closed captioning included
The DVD arrived in good time. It has four helpful exercise sessions, with a variety of exercises included. I use closed captioning when I watch Sit and be Fit on television, and the DVD does not include those, so that was the only way in which it wasn’t a perfect five stars for me.
by Jane Ross
Great exercise routine for older people
I’ve followed Mary Ann on my local PBS station for a number of years. My only complaint has been the 5:30 a.m. start time.So I’m delighted to have this DVD plus two others that I ordered at the same time. Mary Ann leads you through an exercise program that covers every part of your body in a gentle but effective way – tired muscles but no pain – and her manner is so positive that it’s a pleasure to follow her.And I can now do it at a time of my choosing!The only other complaint comes from my cat Pip who always sat under my chair at 5:30 a.m. and now isn’t quite sure what’s up given mynewly- erratic exercise schedule.
by Maid Marian
Good for seniors and those recuperating from injury.
I sprained my foot hiking and am temporarily having to wear a boot and use crutches. I’m very active (even for 65) and do yoga, zumba, jogging, and hiking, so I needed an exercise routine that could keep the rest of my body fit while my foot heals. I did all 4 routines and some of them were good, the instructor is ok. But I found sometimes she would forget (or not have time for?) to do the other side, or use terms the common layperson would not understand. While each routine offered other levels (very easy and more difficult), it seemed a little choppy. Also, I didn’t realize that 4 different items were used other than the chair: towel, small weights, small ball, and a rubber band. I had to scramble and come up with them for those exercises.
by raggs
Time for maintaininting flexiblity, balance and strength….without counterproductive pain.
Mary Ann is such a gentle, effective leader/tutor/coach as she goes through and explains the exercise workout. Exceedingly easy to follow along, and she explains — and makes it interesting and fun — to work along with her. She’s a talented, knowledgable fitness coach and offers varieties of positions for exercises if somone is not able to do them standing, or needs extra support. The exercises work, at improving my balance, strength in my legs and overall flexibility. Well work the investment and i truly enjoy the CDs. Demographic may be for those recovering from injury, the disabled, the elderly, or the couch potato who wants to start moving. i’ve got spinal cord issues, osteoarthritis, have had multiple surgeries, and yet her guiding kind encouragement and matter-of-fact approach makes the viewer want to participate. i’m very glad i do.My knees, hop back are easier getting stronger to keep s[asms at bay, and my balance is improving.
by Bonnie C.
Gave as a gift
I bought 3 of these videos sit and be fit for my sister. The tv program has been cut back, now my sister is able to work out every day again and keep her mobility going. The workouts are great for those with knee or balance issues. My sister just loves all 3!
by Em K.
Hard to follow
I have only tried it once so far, but I’m not enjoying it because she only does two or three reps and then she moves on just as I am figuring out what to do.
by Sue Henderson
Purchased to assist seniors with mobility issues and it has been a great success.
by Heidi
The description of this product isn’t detailed enough. It has episodes: 1001, 1007, 1010 & 1013. Sit & Be Fit is wonderful for seniors.
by Frankie B
The workouts are perfect for someone needing chair exercises, and can be easily adapted to standing. Nice use of stretching and weights. Encouraging instructor.
by Sharron Willmer
Excellent workout for seniors.
by Amazon Customer
Bought it for my 82 year old mom. She loves it as she can do this without bothering her asthma.