I exercise using a Malibu Pilates Chair doing pilates has made a huge difference in my core strength and my balance. There was a learning curve (mine came with DVD's) but I stayed with it and will continue using this for the rest of my life. I am a senior who has had her share of back problems. My younger sisters complain about their aches and pains while I encourage them to give pilates a try, one has finally purchased her chair but has yet to put it to use. No I am not trying to sell pilates just want to make people aware this type of exercise. Take a look at online videos to get an idea of this type of exercise.
I use a kneeling bench to which I added a thick kneeling pad to give more cush to my knees the handles on the bench help you get up easily. I have used this bench for years since I herniated a disc in my back. Since I have been doing pilates I can easily squat and get up even without the bench. I also have the tool holder for the bench makes it handy to keep them nearby.
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