Seated Press-Up
Builds the arm and shoulder strength to push up from a chair.
What it helps
Builds the arm and shoulder strength to push yourself up from a chair — everyday independence.
How to do it
- Sit in a sturdy chair with armrests.
- Place your palms on the armrests and press down to lift your hips off the seat.
- Hold a few seconds, then lower slowly.
Tips
- Start with what's comfortable and build up.
Commonly done as 5-10 repetitions, daily.
Where this appears in recovery
Seated Press-Up is part of 4 recovery programs, typically in the before surgery stage. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:
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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.