8 Weight Loss Exercises One Can Do Sitting On A Chair

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1. Seated Marches   

Sit tall in your chair and lift your knees up, one at a time, as if you're marching in place. Continue alternating legs for 1-2 minutes to get your heart rate up and burn calories. 

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2. Chair Squats  

Sit at the edge of your chair with your feet hip-width apart. Stand up, then slowly lower yourself back down, as if you're about to sit back down. Repeat for 10-15 repetitions to target your leg muscles and boost metabolism. 

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3. Seated Leg Lifts  

Sit tall in your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Lift one leg straight out in front of you, then lower it back down. Repeat on the other leg. Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each leg to work your thigh muscles and burn calories. 

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4. Chair Dips  

Sit at the edge of your chair with your hands gripping the edge on either side of your hips. Lift your body off the chair and walk your feet forward slightly. Bend your elbows and lower your body down towards the floor, then push yourself back up. Aim for 10-15 repetitions to target your triceps and chest muscles. 

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5. Seated Twists  

Sit tall in your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Hold onto the sides of your chair for support. Twist your upper body to the right, then to the left, while keeping your hips stable. Continue alternating sides for 1-2 minutes to work your obliques and core muscles. 

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6. Chair Leg Extensions  

Sit tall in your chair with your feet flat on the floor. Extend one leg straight out in front of you, then lower it back down. Repeat on the other leg. Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each leg to target your quadriceps and burn calories. 

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7. Seated Arm Circles  

Sit tall in your chair with your arms extended out to the sides at shoulder height. Make small circles with your arms, moving them forward for 30 seconds, then backward for 30 seconds. This exercise targets the shoulders and helps improve upper body strength. 

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8. Chair Yoga Poses 

Incorporate gentle yoga poses that can be done while seated in a chair, such as seated forward bends, seated twists, and seated side stretches. These poses can help improve flexibility, reduce stress, and promote relaxation, which can support weight loss efforts. 

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