Sit and Be Fit
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.
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Imagining Resistance (#1602H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Feb 19, 2019 -- 7:00am
A Treat for Your Feet (#1603H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
In this episode Mary Ann is paying special attention for feet, shoulders and hip range of motion using a towel and band.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Feb 20, 2019 -- 7:00am
Somatosensory and Lymphatic Systems (#1604H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Feb 21, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Neglected Areas of Body (#1605H) Duration: 26:50 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Feb 22, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Diabetes and Peripheral Neuropathy (#1606H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
A large and small ball is used as a way to facilitate exercises to improve conditions such as diabetes and peripheral neuropathy.
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- KQED Plus: Mon, Feb 25, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Full Body Workout (#1607H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Feb 26, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Brain and Balance (#1608H) Duration: 26:40 STEREO TVG
This episode includes unusual exercises for brain stimulation and help with balance.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Feb 27, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Upbeat and Fun (#1609H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
This energetic full body workout has a lot stomping and good hip movement for anyone confined to a wheelchair or chair.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Feb 28, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Be Happy (#1610H) Duration: 27:06 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Mar 1, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Heel to Toe Functional Fitness (#1701H) Duration: 27:31 STEREO TVG
In this workout Mary Ann focuses on core strengthening, balance, finger dexterity and improving range of motion. Dr. Emily shares the "short foot" exercise.
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- KQED Plus: Mon, Mar 4, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Body Alignment and Core Strengthening (#1702H) Duration: 27:31 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Mar 5, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Wake Your Body with Exercise (#1703H) Duration: 27:31 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Mar 6, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Exercise Interventions for Functional Fitness (#1704H) Duration: 27:31 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Mar 7, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Pamper Your Feet (#1705H) Duration: 27:31 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Mar 8, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Lymphatic Health Special (#1706H) Duration: 27:30 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Mon, Mar 11, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Tai Chi with Tino (#1707H) Duration: 27:30 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Mar 12, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Brain and Balance (#1708H) Duration: 27:30 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Mar 13, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Tone and Stretch (#1709H) Duration: 27:30 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Mar 14, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Balance Your Body (#1710H) Duration: 27:30 STEREO TVG
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.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Mar 15, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Kinesthetic Awareness (#1301) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
This Sit and Be Fit episode focuses on the importance of kinesthetic awareness and weight shifting as they relate to balance.
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- KQED Plus: Mon, Mar 18, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Static Balance (#1302) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Weights are incorporated into the standing exercises to challenge static balance.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Mar 19, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Pelvic & Ribcage Mobility (#1303) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Pelvic and ribcage mobility exercises take center stage in this fun full-body workout.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Mar 20, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Strong Back Strong Core (#1304) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Mary Ann combines a variety of exercises to emphasize the importance of strong core muscles and their role in maintaining back health.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Mar 21, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Neuromuscular Coordination (#1305) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
In this episode, Mary Ann uses heel tapping, patting, clapping and changing of rhythm patterns which contribute to improving neuromuscular coordination.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Mar 22, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Release Tension Through Exercise (#1306) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
This fast-paced workout ends with a peaceful relaxation, leading viewers from a state of invigoration to a place of complete tranquility.
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- KQED Plus: Mon, Mar 25, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Strengthening Muscles & Joints (#1307) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
This program is devoted to strengthening muscles to stabilize our joints and preserve muscle mass.
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- KQED Plus: Tue, Mar 26, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
A Healthy Back (#1308) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Mary Ann focuses on the importance of maintaining a healthy back with exercises that involve back flexibility, strengthening and stretching.
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- KQED Plus: Wed, Mar 27, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Better Balance (#1309) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Good balance begins with proper spinal alignment, strong core muscles and bringing awareness to our center of gravity while weight shifting.
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- KQED Plus: Thu, Mar 28, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me
Improve Your Mood (#1310) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
In this episode Mary Ann uses tactile stimulation to increase circulation and elicit a relaxed state of body and mind.
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- KQED Plus: Fri, Mar 29, 2019 -- 7:00am Remind me