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Each exercise can be adjusted to fit your current strength, balance, and fitness level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"mlm-section\">\n<div class=\"mlm-inner\">\n<div class=\"mlm-card tint\">\n<h2>Quick View<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">No equipment required<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">Approximately 10&#8211;15 minutes<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">Complete 1&#8211;2 rounds<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">Perform 8&#8211;10 repetitions of each exercise<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">March for 20&#8211;30 seconds<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-quick-item\">Rest whenever needed<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"mlm-note\">Focus on control and comfortable movement rather than speed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-card\">\n<h2>Warm-Up<\/h2>\n<p>Complete each movement at a comfortable pace:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlm-exercise-image\" src=\"https:\/\/morninglightmamas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/call_LYQcat6EPLgB0AgtNuv1jxNP.png\" alt=\"Woman marching in place in a bright home workout room\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>March in place for 20&#8211;30 seconds<\/li>\n<li>Shoulder rolls: 5 in each direction<\/li>\n<li>Gentle side-to-side steps: 10 total<\/li>\n<li>Ankle circles: 5 in each direction per foot<\/li>\n<li>Reach arms forward and overhead: 5 repetitions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"mlm-section alt\">\n<div class=\"mlm-inner\">\n<h2>The Workout<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mlm-move\">\n<h3>1. Sit-to-Stand<\/h3>\n<p>Sit near the front of a sturdy chair with your feet planted on the floor. Lean forward slightly, press through your feet, and stand. Slowly lower back into the chair with control.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mlm-mod-label\">Modification options:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>Easier<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Use your hands on the chair, armrests, or thighs.<\/li>\n<li>Use a taller chair or add a firm cushion.<\/li>\n<li>Stand only partway before sitting back down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>More Challenging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Cross your arms over your chest.<\/li>\n<li>Lower slowly for three seconds.<\/li>\n<li>Hold a light dumbbell or household item.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-move\">\n<h3>2. Wall Push-Ups<\/h3>\n<p>Place your hands on a wall slightly wider than shoulder-width. Keep your body in a straight line, bend your elbows, and bring your chest toward the wall. Press back to the starting position.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mlm-mod-label\">Modification options:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>Easier<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Stand closer to the wall.<\/li>\n<li>Use a smaller range of motion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>More Challenging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Move your feet farther from the wall.<\/li>\n<li>Progress to a countertop, sturdy bench, or knee push-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-move\">\n<h3>3. March in Place<\/h3>\n<p>Stand tall and alternate lifting one foot and then the other. Swing your arms naturally if comfortable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mlm-mod-label\">Modification options:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>Easier<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Hold a chair, wall, or countertop.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the feet close to the floor.<\/li>\n<li>Perform the movement seated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>More Challenging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Lift the knees higher.<\/li>\n<li>Increase the pace.<\/li>\n<li>Add overhead reaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-move\">\n<h3>4. Glute Bridges<\/h3>\n<p>Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Gently tighten your abdomen, press through your heels, and lift your hips. Pause briefly, then lower slowly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mlm-mod-label\">Modification options:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>Easier<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Lift the hips only a small amount.<\/li>\n<li>Place a folded towel or mat under the head for comfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>More Challenging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Pause for three seconds at the top.<\/li>\n<li>Add a resistance loop above the knees.<\/li>\n<li>Perform alternating marches while holding the bridge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-move\">\n<h3>5. Bird Dog<\/h3>\n<p>Begin on your hands and knees. Gently tighten your abdomen. Reach one arm forward and the opposite leg back. Return to the starting position and switch sides.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlm-exercise-image\" src=\"https:\/\/morninglightmamas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ig_0a7acc4d524d79e9016a50ef7e8d24819b8243572259fc9a0d.png\" alt=\"Bird dog exercise shown from starting position to opposite arm and leg lifted\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"mlm-mod-label\">Modification options:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod-grid\">\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>Easier<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Move only one arm at a time.<\/li>\n<li>Move only one leg at a time.<\/li>\n<li>Slide the toes backward while keeping them on the floor.<\/li>\n<li>Perform the exercise standing with hands on a countertop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-mod\">\n<h4>More Challenging<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Hold each repetition for three to five seconds.<\/li>\n<li>Bring the elbow and opposite knee toward each other before extending again.<\/li>\n<li>Move more slowly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"mlm-section\">\n<div class=\"mlm-inner\">\n<div class=\"mlm-card warm\">\n<h2>Optional Finisher<\/h2>\n<p>Walk around the room, march in place, or take gentle side steps for two minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-card\">\n<h2>Cool-Down<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Take three slow breaths.<\/li>\n<li>Gently stretch the chest against a wall.<\/li>\n<li>Perform a seated or standing hamstring stretch.<\/li>\n<li>Slowly roll the shoulders backward.<\/li>\n<li>Finish with a comfortable walk around the room.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mlm-card tint\">\n<h2>Beginner Reminder<\/h2>\n<p>You do not need to complete every repetition or every round. 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