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Daily Living Exercises
Exercises that mimic everyday movements and activities to improve functional fitness for daily tasks.
Benefits
- Improves ability to perform everyday tasks
- Builds practical, transferable strength and mobility
- Enhances quality of life and independence
- Develops movement patterns used in common activities
- Supports safer performance of daily movements
Recommended Exercises
STEP FRONT HIGH KNEE
Level 5
Purpose: Hip mobility, balance, and lower body strength
Muscles: Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Hips, Glutes
Equipment: Large Noodle
Exercise Guidelines
Daily living exercises focus on movement patterns that translate directly to everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, reaching, lifting, and carrying.
Recommended Parameters:
- Frequency: 2-4 times per week
- Functional Focus: Emphasize proper form and movement patterns
- Progression: Gradually increase complexity and resistance
- Mental Connection: Visualize the everyday activities being simulated
Transfer to Daily Life:
For maximum benefit, practice connecting pool movements with their land-based counterparts. Notice how the improved strength, balance, and mobility transfer to everyday tasks.