The Chair Test Every Woman Over 50 Should Try

Updated: October 13, 2026

Woman demonstrating side plank leg raises and standing resistance band hip exercises.

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      Written By Dr. Emma Gasinski, PT, DPT, RYT

      About the Author

      Emma has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals and is a certified yoga teacher. She’s passionate about giving the body tools to heal through movement and nutrition and addressing all parts of wellness when looking at an individual’s health.

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      What getting up from a low chair may reveal about your hip strength, mobility, and independence.§

      How easily can you get up from a low chair?

      Without pushing off with your hands…
      Without rocking forward…
      Without needing a second try.

      It seems like such a small thing.

      Until it isn’t.

      Because struggling to get out of a chair usually doesn’t stay about the chair. Soon, you notice the stairs feel steeper. Getting down on the floor feels like more trouble than it’s worth. And you start looking for something to hold whenever you stand. And little by little, you start giving up movements you never used to think twice about.

      That’s why physical therapist Dr. Emma Gasinski created this exclusive hip workout.

      She’ll show you how to strengthen the muscles that help keep your hips stable, comfortable, and strong.§

      Because keeping your hips moving isn’t really about your hips.

      It’s about keeping your life moving.

      She’ll show you how to strengthen the muscles that help keep your hips stable, comfortable, and strong.§

      Because keeping your hips moving isn’t really about your hips.

      It’s about keeping your life moving.

      § This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your healthcare, diet, exercise, or supplement routine.

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      1. Karen Burwell

        October 17, 2026 , 10:06 am

        can i get this a print transcript rather than a video, so i can post it and look at it daily (and keep working out)?

      2. Yoori AlgaeCal

        October 19, 2026 , 5:10 pm

        Thank you for reaching out, Karen! We love your dedication to staying active. 🙂

        While we don’t have a separate printed transcript available, you can find the transcript directly on our YouTube video. Here’s how to find it:

        1. Open our YouTube video HERE
        2. Below the video title, find the description and click “…more” to expand it.
        3. Scroll down through the expanded description until you see “Show transcript,” then click it to view the full transcript

        You can also bookmark the video page in your browser for easy access whenever you need it. 🙂

        We hope this helps you stay motivated and keep working out! Feel free to reach out at 1-800-820-0184 (U.S. & Canada toll-free) or [email protected] if you need further assistance.
        – Yoori

      3. Anna Vamvakias

        October 17, 2026 , 11:13 am

        Great stuff

      4. Elizabeth Drumheller

        October 17, 2026 , 1:49 pm

        I am 84 and know for a fact that this is true. I love your positive approach.

      5. Yoori AlgaeCal

        October 19, 2026 , 3:29 pm

        Thank you so much for your sweet message, Elizabeth! It is wonderful to hear from you, and you are so right that staying positive and active makes a huge difference.

        If you’re looking for more bone-building exercises to add to your routine, you might find our exercise blog helpful HERE.

        Please feel free to reach out to our Bone Health Consultants at 1-800-820-0184 (U.S. & Canada toll-free) if you ever have any questions along your bone health journey! 🙂
        – Yoori

      6. Carol

        October 17, 2026 , 3:59 pm

        Great. Good to get your body is very important

      7. Yoori AlgaeCal

        October 19, 2026 , 3:27 pm

        We completely agree, Carol! Keeping your body active and moving is so important for healthy bones.

        If you are looking for more bone-building exercises to add to your routine, you might find our exercise blog helpful HERE. Keep up the great work! 🙂
        – Yoori

      8. Alaine

        October 18, 2026 , 8:22 am

        At 81 concerns are all 4 choices
        Bone health Joint health Better sleep and longevity
        We could only choose one

        Cost is so important when so many supplements are necessary for good health

        Ways to best save money would be greatly accepted

      9. Yoori AlgaeCal

        October 19, 2026 , 3:25 pm

        Thank you for sharing this with us, Alaine! We understand that maintaining your health in multiple areas is important, and that supplement costs can add up.

        We do our best to make AlgaeCal products as affordable as possible through Subscribe & Save (U.S. only) and bundle pricing options, with free shipping! You can review all the options HERE.
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        We would love to help finding the best option for your budget, so please feel free to call us at 1-800-820-0184 (U.S. & Canada toll-free)—we are happy to help! 🙂
        – Yoori

      10. Lorraine

        October 19, 2026 , 9:34 am

        Very good video ! I like the exercises .very informative.

      11. Yoori AlgaeCal

        October 19, 2026 , 3:19 pm

        We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the video, Lorraine! 🙂
        – Yoori

      Written By Dr. Emma Gasinski, PT, DPT, RYT

      About the Author

      Emma has a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals and is a certified yoga teacher. She’s passionate about giving the body tools to heal through movement and nutrition and addressing all parts of wellness when looking at an individual’s health.

      This article features advice based on cutting-edge research from our industry experts to give you the best possible information to support your bone-building journey.

      Lara Pizzorno
      MSc, MA, LMT - Best-selling author of Healthy Bones Healthy You! and Your Bones; Editor of Longevity Medicine Review, and Senior Medical Editor for Integrative Medicine Advisors.,
      Dr. Liz Lipski
      PhD, CNS, FACN, IFMP, BCHN, LDN - Professor and Director of Academic Development, Nutrition programs in Clinical Nutrition at Maryland University of Integrative Health.,
      Dr. Emma Gasinski
      PT, DPT, RYT - Physical therapist and certified yoga teacher with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals,
      Dr. Lawrence (Larry) A. May
      MD, FACP, Harvard Medical School Graduate, Physician, Author, Public Speaker - Doctor of Internal Medicine at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center and author of several articles and books, including the widely utilized and best selling medical textbook Primary Care Medicine,
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