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Sit and Be Fit

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SIT AND BE FIT is a popular exercise series designed to make exercise fun, easy and safe for people of all ages. Programs focus on therapeutic exercises that make everyday activities easier to perform; including core strengthening, balance work, stretching and relaxation. Host, Mary Ann Wilson, RN designs programs with physical therapists, using creative choreography and a diverse selection of music. Her warmth and encouragement effectively reaches out to people of all fitness levels and ages. She is especially loved by older adult viewers, children, and those managing chronic conditions and physical limitations.

Episodes:

• Lymphatic Health Special

  Physical Therapist, Diana Smith, explains the role of the lymphatic system in removing toxins from the body. Mary Ann devotes this episode to a variety of movements and exercises that stimulate healthy lymphatic flow including a self-massage relaxation segment.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Nov 25th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Tai Chi with Tino

  Tai Chi exercises are good for balance training and fall prevention. Mary Ann introduces guest Tai Chi instructor, Tino, who leads viewers in a fun "Tai Chi By The Sea" segment.

  Next Airing:	Wed, Nov 27th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Brain and Balance

  Mary Ann shares exercises that improve postural strength and finger dexterity. Gretchen leads viewers through a fun segment that challenges the brain and balance systems with reaction time and patterning exercises. Dr. Emily shares a balance tip.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Nov 29th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Tone and Stretch

  Mary Ann uses a towel, large ball and weights to guide viewers through a full body workout to improve strength and range of motion. A variety of fun music is used throughout. Dr. Emily shares a balance tip. The episode ends with a gentle relaxation segment.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Dec 2nd, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Balance Your Body

  In this episode, Mary Ann leads viewers through a workout designed to balance out the body to improve functional fitness. Dr. Emily shares an exercise to strengthen balance and help reduce fall risk.

  Next Airing:	Wed, Dec 4th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Muscle Isolations

  Mary Ann focuses on building a strong core with muscle isolations that target the pelvic floor. She dedicates the circulation segment to her young fans. The workout progresses through movements that stretch and strengthen the entire body including exercises for the eyes. Dr. Emily closes the program with a relaxation tip to reduce anxiety and pain.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 6th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Grow Strong Effortlessly

  Mary Ann begins this workout with gentle functional exercises using a ball to improve posture and strengthen the core. Slow methodical movements with weights are incorporated during the strengthening segment. Things speed up with a variety of exercises to improve circulation, range of motion, mobility and balance. Dr. Emily shares four simple tricks to improve balance.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Dec 9th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Head to Toe - Tone, Stretch & Strengthen

  Mary Ann uses a large ball to warm up the body and a small ball to exercise the fingers. A towel is used for stretching. Gretchen leads a circulation segment incorporating brain exercises and later in the program shares balance strengthening exercises. The episode ends with a visual relaxation segment.

  Next Airing:	Wed, Dec 11th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Pulse, Press, Pull-Up

  Using small pulses, presses and isometric contractions to strengthen muscles in a gentle way, Mary Ann introduces a variety of new movements targeting different muscle groups and joints throughout the entire body. Gretchen leads a finger segment that challenges the brain. Standing exercises focus on improving gait, balance and mobility. Special attention is given to the pelvic girdle and pulling up on the muscles of the pelvic floor.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 13th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Warm Up, Circulate, Strengthen & Stretch

  This episode begins with a warm up dedicated to a young Sit and Be Fit fan followed by a circulation and weight segment. Mary Ann introduces new exercises using a ball to improve dexterity and proper body mechanics. Dr. Emily shares 4 balance exercises and Gretchen leads a relaxation segment.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Dec 16th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:30
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Functional Feel-Good Exercises

  iaphragmatic breathing takes center stage for the first 5 minutes of this episode followed by a lively circulation song that will wake up your feet. Mary Ann introduces towel exercises to strengthen postural muscles and improve range of motion. Dr. Emily shares an exercise to mobilize the ribcage to improve gait and mobility. Mary Ann's granddaughter, Maddie, leads a flamenco segment and Gretchen finishes with a brief relaxation. This workout will leave you feeling good!

  Next Airing:	Wed, Dec 18th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:30
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Breathing, Posture and Balance

  Mary Ann begins this functional workout with an emphasis on breathing exercises. A towel is used to improve tactile stimulation, grip strength and wrist flexibility. Guest instructor, Toni, leads a weight segment to strengthen postural muscles and Gretchen leads a balance routine. Mary Ann finishes the workout with stretching and relaxation. Dr. Emily leaves viewers with a brain game exercise for balance.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 20th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Exercise Potpourri

  This workout is jam-packed with a variety of exercises to strengthen postural and core muscles; improve balance, mobility and range of motion. Mary Ann introduces finger and wrist exercises with a small ball to improve grip strength. Tai Chi practitioner, Tino, leads a Tai Chi segment. Dr. Emily shares stretching mobilization exercises to improve gait and mobility and Mary Ann finishes the workout with feet exercises using a small ball.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Core Strength and Yoga Inspired Exercises

  Yoga inspired exercises are woven throughout this gentle workout. Mary Ann focuses on exercises that emphasize extension, stretching and core strengthening. Dr. Emily shares a brain game exercise to help improve balance.

  Next Airing:	Wed, Dec 25th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Fun Exercises for the Core and More

  Mary Ann kicks off this lively episode with a variety of core strengthening exercises followed by a fast paced circulation segment. A small ball is used to improve grip strength, reaction time and finger dexterity. Weights are utilized to target muscles of the core, arms and lower body while a large ball is used for standing balance work and pelvic mobility. Gretchen leads a stretch segment using a towel and Dr. Emily closes the episode with a balance homework exercise.

  Next Airing:	Fri, Dec 27th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	6/7/2019 to 6/6/2029

• Overall Functional Fitness

  Mary Ann begins the workout with step-by-step instructions for building good postural stability, followed by a fun combination of movements to increase circulation and a variety of sit to stand progressions. Gretchen shares challenging exercises to work the fingers.

  Next Airing:	Mon, Dec 30th, 2024 at 8:30 AM on UEN-TV
  Length:	00:27:30
  Usage rights:	5/15/2024 to 5/14/2029

• A Treat for Your Feet

  In this episode Mary Ann is paying special attention for feet, shoulders and hip range of motion using a towel and band.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Be Happy

  Mary Ann will lift your spirits, posture, and leave you with a smile, happy feet and nimble fingers. The workout includes a brain workout with Gretchen and uses a small bell.

  Length:	00:27:05
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Body Alignment and Core Strengthening

  In this episode Mary Ann focuses on the details of proper body alignment and core strengthening throughout the workout. Dr. Emily shows how to use "short foot" in a sit-to-stand progression.

  Length:	00:27:30
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Brain and Balance

  This episode includes unusual exercises for brain stimulation and help with balance.

  Length:	00:26:39
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Circulation

  This upbeat episode focuses on movements designed to get the blood flowing through the body.

  Length:	00:26:22
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Core Strengthening

  Mary Ann shares exercises that help build core strength which plays an important role in balance and back strength.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Diabetes and Peripheral Neuropathy

  A large and small ball is used as a way to facilitate exercises to improve conditions such as diabetes and peripheral neuropathy.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Exercise Interventions for Functional Fitness

  Mary Ann incorporates exercises that can be practiced daily to promote functional fitness and independence. Dr. Emily shares a pelvic floor exercise to strengthen the core.

  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Full Body Workout

  Mary Ann uses a towel to assist with neck alignment and a band for strengthening shoulders and upper back. There is a focus on core and a special tip to help balance.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Functional and Fun Exercises for the Feet

  This workout begins with a fun segment dedicated to keeping your feet happy and healthy.

  Length:	00:26:44
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Heel to Toe Functional Fitness

  In this workout Mary Ann focuses on core strengthening, balance, finger dexterity and improving range of motion. Dr. Emily shares the "short foot" exercise.

  Length:	00:27:30
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Hip Mobility

  Maintaining flexibility in the hips is an important strategy to ensure healthy aging. Mary Ann spends time during this workout focusing on this area of functional fitness.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Imagining Resistance

  Mary Ann demonstrates three different ways to push up from a chair and uses imaginary resistance to strengthen muscles. Gretchen combines a standing balance routine with vestibular work.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Music and Novelty

  Mary Ann's love of combining novelty music and exercise is obvious by the way she matches her movements to this engaging staccato melody. Gretchen introduces a seated brain.

  Length:	00:26:43
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Neglected Areas of Body

  This episode begins slow and easy with great music to accompany exercises for posture using a towel and band, a large ball for balance, in addition to exercises for hips, carpal tunnel and the pelvic floor.

  Length:	00:26:49
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Pamper Your Feet

  This episode is packed with variety and several guest appearances. Mary Ann and Dr. Emily share exercises to stimulate your feet and keep them healthy.

  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Postural Alignment and Shoulder Stability

  This program features exercises that help increase postural awareness and stabilize the shoulders.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Shoulder and Back Strength

  Mary Ann guides viewers through a lively workout sharing exercises that help strengthen the shoulders and back.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Somatosensory and Lymphatic Systems

  Mary Ann uses a large ball to stimulate the sensory and lymphatic systems, accompanied by jazzy, New Orleans style music. Gretchen's new cross and open pattern for a brain.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Upbeat and Fun

  This energetic full body workout has a lot stomping and good hip movement for anyone confined to a wheelchair or chair.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	2/6/2016 to 1/30/2029

• Variety: The Spice of Life

  Mary Ann uses a variety of exercises and exercise accessories to help you feel and function better.

  Length:	00:26:46
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

• Wake Your Body with Exercise

  In this lively functional workout Mary Ann uses a towel to improve range of motion. Gretchen leads a finger segment for the brain featuring college football hand signs and Dr. Emily shares a foot release homework assignment.

  Length:	00:27:29
  Usage rights:	11/26/2018 to 1/30/2029

• Yardsticks and Bands

  Opening this program is a unique warm-up routine using a yardstick. Later in the show, Mary Ann focuses on upper and lower body strengthening using bands.

  Length:	00:26:45
  Usage rights:	5/16/2015 to 1/30/2029

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