What’s good for a Wheelchair user?

andrewoneill2015

Hi
My name is Andrew. I have MS and I must use a wheelchair to exercise and get around. I do, I enjoy it and it is good for my wellbeing.
Any good tips for exercise and and weights?
Thank you in advance

purebredpolly

Many years ago I started using a video tape at home that was made by PT's from a local hospital out here. It was an amazing workout. I found some similar on youtube for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_rc2mQIqCA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aINJ2cHhQMo

Hopefully these will help you. Good luck!

lois1231

has fit has a bunch of chair exercises you can do with dumbbells. Check them out on you tube.

Annie_01

You might also consider resistance bands. Make sure that you get a set with several bands to that you can work your way up. I think mine had 7. You can do rows, flys, pulldowns...even chest presses. All you need is somewhere secure to attach them to. Mine came with a door anchor that works great. You would also I think have to make sure that you chair won't move.

There are many youtube videos...here is an example...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yarWlPJ6NPw