Sit to Stand (Chair Stands) Exercise

Also called Chair stands, Sit-to-stand.

Reviewed by a licensed physical therapist on the HEPonDemand team

For therapists: free account. Opens the program builder with sit to stand already added. Printing this handout needs a free account too.

How to do it

Sit near the front edge of a sturdy chair with your feet flat and hip-width apart.
Cross your arms over your chest (or use your hands on the armrests if needed).
Lean forward and stand up fully.
Slowly sit back down with control.

Push evenly through both feet; keep your knees in line with your toes.

Use a chair that won't slide. Have someone nearby if your balance is unsteady.

Clinics and schools are welcome to add it to a patient resources page. Copy this link and paste it into your site:

<a href="https://hepondemand.com/exercises/sit-to-stand">Sit to Stand (Chair Stands) Exercise: free printable handout</a>