That's an interesting question, Elizabeth. When you're rocking vigorously in a chair, you're activating your muscles. I just tried rocking in my office chair, and I felt my core engage. You say that you're also using your arms and legs. So, I don't think you're kidding yourself. It counts as movement. And if it makes you feel good, that's reason enough to continue doing it!
Hi, this may be a very silly question. I have arthritis and stenosis. I am diligent in moving often in short bursts -- walking circuits around my house, climbing stairs for the heck of it, stretching, dancing for 10 minutes. But I've noticed something odd -- I feel most flexible after I've sat in a chair and rocked with vigor for 30 minutes. Can rocking in a chair while doing leg and arm stretching count as movement, or am I only kidding myself?
That's an interesting question, Elizabeth. When you're rocking vigorously in a chair, you're activating your muscles. I just tried rocking in my office chair, and I felt my core engage. You say that you're also using your arms and legs. So, I don't think you're kidding yourself. It counts as movement. And if it makes you feel good, that's reason enough to continue doing it!
Great! Thanks
Hi, this may be a very silly question. I have arthritis and stenosis. I am diligent in moving often in short bursts -- walking circuits around my house, climbing stairs for the heck of it, stretching, dancing for 10 minutes. But I've noticed something odd -- I feel most flexible after I've sat in a chair and rocked with vigor for 30 minutes. Can rocking in a chair while doing leg and arm stretching count as movement, or am I only kidding myself?
There’s a wake-up call! Thanks, will implement today.
That’s great, Sharyn! Small things can make a big difference.
Helpful reminders.
Thank you, Julie. I know I need to be reminded to move more or I end up sitting for hours.
Practical and simple recommendations. Thanks Daria.
You're welcome, Eileen. I know from experience that making things too hard or time consuming doesn't usually work in the long run.