Patty Pounds Program

The 10 Minute Exercise Plan

• Start by walking 5 minutes briskly.

• Exercise– Perform each exercise at your tolerance and

pace for 30 seconds. Do not rest in between exercises.

Squat Punches

• In comfortable squat position, alternate punches. Keep abdominals tucked in.

Forward Lunge

• Stand and step forward onto one leg. Lower down with both knees as tolerated. Alternate side to side.

Inclined Push Ups

• Lean against desk or table in inclined position. Lower chest toward desk to tolerance and return. Repeat.

Mountain Climbers

• Lean against desk or table. Raise up onto toe while bringing opposite knee up high toward chest. Alternate legs.

Low Balance Reach

• Stand on one leg, kicking one leg out behind you. Reach downward and return to center without touching foot down. Repeat 15 seconds on each leg.

Tricep Dips

• Leaning backwards at desk. Lower butt by bending elbows and press back up. Repeat.

Butt Dips

• Leaning backward against desk lower butt toward desk keeping arms straight. Squeeze buttock and lift hips up to straight inclined position. Return and repeat.

Knee To Elbow Crunch

• Standing, bring elbow across to meet opposite knee. Contract abdominals during crossover. Alternate side to side.

Backward Lunge

• Stand, then step backward with one leg and lower. Bend both knees to comfortable level. Alternate side to side.

Side Plank With Leg Lift

• Lean tall against desk in inclined position. Pump top leg up and down for 15 seconds on each side.