Sit to Stand
Bodyweight
A practical lower-body strength exercise that uses a chair or bench to practise controlled sitting and standing.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Glutes · Quads · Core
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Place the feet firmly on the floor.
Lean forward slightly from the hips.
Stand by pushing through the feet.
Lower back down under control.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Dropping quickly into the seat.
Allowing the knees to collapse inward.
Using momentum rather than leg strength.
Exercise Family
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