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SIT AND BE FIT

NOLA Code:
SBTF 1200 H1
Number of Episodes/Length:
20 / 30
Genre:
Rights End:
1/30/2029
Producer
KSPS
Co-Producer
Sit and Be Fit, Inc.
TV-G
CC
sIX
Stereo
Year Produced:
2010
Version:
Base
This series of 20 new half-hour SIT AND BE FIT episodes features exercises that focus on brain fitness, safe driving skills, neurological functioning, and improving balance, strength, flexibility and circulation. Program host, Mary Ann Wilson, RN guides viewers through gentle, safe workouts set to upbeat music. Each program is carefully researched and developed with the assistance of physical therapists, medical doctors and exercise specialists. Wilson’s daughter, Gretchen Paukert, joins her to demonstrate seated versions of standing exercises. SIT AND BE FIT appeals to viewers of all ages.

#1201 Core Strengthening
Mary Ann uses hand weights and a ball to strengthen the abdominal muscles. Gretchen adds some exercises to challenge the brain.

#1202 Healthy Aging
A variety of unique exercises are introduced which are all designed to promote healthy aging.

#1203 Exercise is Fun
Mary Ann focuses on fun and functional exercises set to some of her favorite music.

#1204 Strength Coordination
This episode features a potpourri of movements to enhance strength and coordination.

#1205 Reaction Time
Mary Ann shows how to use a ball to test your reaction time.

#1206 Balance
Improving balance through weight training, stretching and leg strengthening is the theme of this episode.

#1207 March
Mary Ann marches her way to fitness with fun routines and patriotic music.
#1208 PELVIC FLOOR: Muscles of pelvic floor are often ignored but this workout shows some easy movements to keep those important muscles strong.
#1209 POSTURE AND BREATHING: Posture is essential to any good workout. In this program Mary Ann demonstrates how to maintain good posture while exercising.
#1210 FACIAL EXERCISES: Facial exercises are important because they increase sensory awareness in mouth and encourage facial expression. These exercises are essential for anyone experiencing neurological challenges.
#1211 WE’VE GONE COUNTRY: Country music sets the tone and pace for this fun full body workout.
#1212 DON’T FORGET YOUR FINGERS: Paying special attention to the finger joints is important in our quest to stay independent and keep our hands functioning well.
#1213 VESTIBULAR SYSTEM: Mary Ann challenges your vestibular system with a fun ball routine and other functional movements set to jazz music.
#1214 BREATHING: By toning and stretching muscles around the ribcage and practicing good breathing technique viewers learn how to get the most out of each breath.
#1215 STRETCHING: Strengthening should always be followed by stretching as an important component to any workout. This episode includes some great stretching exercises to improve flexibility.
#1216 Relaxation
Mary Ann explores the healing touch of massage, demonstrating some effective ways to release tension and use movement to relax.

#1217 Maintain Independence
This episode is full of functional movements to help improve performance of the activities of daily life and help you maintain independence as you age.

#1218 Resistance Exercises
Mary Ann introduces some unique ways to strengthen muscles with a resistance exercise band. Emphasis is placed on maintaining proper technique to avoid injury and get the most out of the movements.

#1219 Feel Your Best
Feeling good is important in life, certain movements help you feel your best. Mary Ann shares exercises that will leave you feeling great.

#1220 Fundamental Moves
In this episode Mary Ann mixes the good old standards with new moves for a fun and effective full body workout.

Program Rights

Broadcast Rights:
Unlimited
Rights Dates:
3/2/2015 - 1/30/2029
School Rights:
Concurrent w/bc
V.O.D. Rights:
No
Linear Live Streaming:
Yes
Non-Commercial Cable Rights:
Yes