This exercise requires a resistance band, which you can purchase from most reputable online and high street sports shops and catalogue retailers. Alternatively you could try using a pair of tights.

This exercise works the arm muscles needed for pulling.

• Sit down on a chair.
• Extend your legs, with the heels on the floor and the toes off, then wrap the resistance band around the instep of both feet.
• Grasp both ends of the band with your elbows straight.
• Make sure you are holding far enough down the band to feel some tension on the band in this start position.
• Now pull the band upward and back, bending the elbows out behind you.
• Hold for up to 5 seconds, then slowly return to the start position.
• Keep the back straight and avoid holding your breath.

Aim for 6 to 8 repetitions, every other day. In time, progress the number of repetitions up to 15, building up the stamina needed for heavy housework.

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You take responsibility for your own exercise programme. All content should not be treated as a substitute for the medical advice of your G.P. or any other health care professional. Please ensure you take all steps to ensure your personal safety and to minimise any risk while doing the exercises.

Individuals using these exercises do so at their own risk.