We’re all stressed out these days, cooped up at home watching the pandemic unfold. Take a little break from it all and try these quick refreshers. Some get your body moving and give you some energy; others calm you down. These videos run between 5 and 15 minutes.
- Aerobics routine for seniors
Exercise physiologist Nick Pratap demonstrates a low-impact aerobics routine. Looks like he recorded it in his garage, but the moves are great. 11 minutes. - Beginners low impact workout
Easy, gentle moves. Filmed in a park. Remember parks? You can pretend you’re there. Jolie Della Valle. 10 minutes. - Core workout for seniors
You’ll need a chair, preferably with arms. Gentle core workout. From More Life Health, Mike. 5 minutes. - Easy daily meditation
You’ll need a chair. From Silver Sneakers. 5 minutes. - Quick relaxation to relieve stress
You’ll need a chair. Audio only, eyes closed. From Relax for a While, Joanne. 5 minutes. - Sitting Qigong routine to relax and restore
You’ll need a chair. Invigorating yet relaxing. Jeffrey Chand. 15 minutes. - Under the weather routine
Gentle workout to try when you’re not feeling well. Jessica Smith. 12 minutes. - Yoga workout for older adults
A simple routine that builds strength, improves flexibility, and boosts balance. From Silver Sneakers. 7 minutes.