Squat Plus Knees to Elbows
Welcome to your Workout of the Week, October 8! This month we are highlighting Women’s Health, Point West. These stretches will help you feel energized and limber throughout the workday.
Harmit K Rai, LVN, will demonstrate these exercises. Harmit and her team try to practice self-care in the workplace by participating in stretching. They encourage each other to take care of their mind and body through a supportive and positive environment. The team is eager to help and pick each other up during busy workdays.
In addition, Harmit’s fitness journey shows her dedication and commitment to self-care. Her passion for fitness is not just about strength, but rather a tool to help support her mental health. She lifts weights 3-4 times a week, performs cardiovascular exercise daily, and is mindful about what she eats. These combined effects build strength and increase mental resilience—she feels grounded and centered during stressful times.
Great job, Women’s Health! Keep supporting one another and encouraging fitness and wellness in the workplace.
Exercise: Squat Plus Knees to Elbows
How to perform: Push your hips back and place your body in a deep squat position. Place your elbows against your knees to open your inner thighs. Keep your spine straight and chest lifted. A modification is to perform a quarter squat and place your elbows against your knees.
Duration: Hold for 20 seconds and repeat multiple times throughout the day.
