Fitness & exercisePain management

Simple at-work exercises for nurses

No time for the gym? You only need a chair and a wall to stay fit and energized while on the job.

Jan, 2026
LearnSpine healthSimple at-work exercises for nurses
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Warm Up
Chair Crunches
Chair Crunches With A Twist
Wall Pushups
Wall Squats
Leg Lifts
Release Neck Stress
Rest Your Mind

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At the end of a long nursing shift, hitting the gym may sound like the last thing you would want to do. But you don’t have to skip your workout altogether. These exercises are quick and easy ways to add movement to your day. From doing a quick abs workout in a chair to using a wall to tone and strengthen your lower body, these tips will help you firm up and stay energized while at work.

Written byTaylor Lupo.
Medically reviewed byMark Arredondo, MD.August, 2025

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