ONE Incredible Trick to Improve Your Walking
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In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals one great exercise - that almost no one knows about - that can improve your walking. This exercise can also help with knee pain.
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Hello everyone, thank you for watching the video! There are a few comments about the introduction being too long. It is there to explain WHY the exercise is important (why would anyone do an exercise without understanding the reason?) so I would recommend watching it! But if you want to skip straight to the exercise, it starts at 5:16. Thanks and hope it helps :)
I enjoy the explanations. Thanks from an oldie 😂
Too many people want a 'quick fix' these days. Your introduction was crucial for me to identify all the symptoms this weak muscle group was causing. I walk and/or stand on concreate 6 hours a day - 4 or 5 days a week. At the end of the day my knees and ankles were so bad I can hardly walk and it takes over 8 hours to recover to the point I can walk somewhat safely. After two days of your suggested exercise I have noticed a vast improvement in stamina and recovery time. Thank you!!!
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Thank you, HT. Should you also do calf strengthening exercises as well though? Otherwise will there be an imbalance because the opposing muscle isn't being exercises?
I speeded up this video…
I am 84 years old and embarrassed and ashamed of how my once strong legs have deteriorated Bad knee injury resulted in painfull walking ten years ago and lazyness came to me and my legs paid the price as I am unbalanced and fearfull when walking These are terrific excercises You are very charitable to help us who need help Thank you
I don't think the actual definition of laziness is 'the action of avoiding pain'. I think 'the action of avoiding pain' is actually defined as smart. Learning some actions to take to avoid pain or further injury seems especially smart to me. If I'm still taking responsibility for improving the workings of my body when I'm 84 years old, I'll think I'm pretty smart indeed.
And brave.
Same with me… don’t give up🌺
@@crystalconcrete7605 What he meant was that laziness onsets when the things you used to do and take for granted - suddenly become difficult. More often than not - in ways you did not expect. At that point - merely thinking about alternatives or ways to overcome difficulties (and yet persevere with doing the activities you used to do), - takes a significant amount of mental strength for older people. From my observation of working with seniors - this is the exact breaking point. Avoiding doing things and not bothering with alternatives. Next, doing less and less of everything - combined with a growing desire to be "left in peace and quiet", away from otherwise bright ideas akin to "do this and that". That's how they break. And laziness is right there to cause it. Laziness of age. And that is laziness on some huge steroids, make no mistake. It takes a mental strength or a Spartan warrior - to lead active life when you're 80 and up. That's why so few manage to do it. But, it's not impossible. You've got to start early enough and never stop. Otherwise, it may be too late and many (but not all!) doors will be permanently closed. Always look for multiple ways to be active, creative and positive. I've seen it being done. More so, i took part in helping others do it.
The word that stood out to me the most in your comment is fearful. Being fearful is a way of shutting your body down, lose the fear strengthen the mind and the body will get stronger by determination and will. Work slowly everyday and see how little changes will make a big change. Fear makes people give up. Best wishes hope it helps.
I'm a 76 year old female who has sat too much the past three years because of the COVID lock down. Even tho the lock down ended a year ago I have kept sitting and staring at various screens at least four hours a day. It took two years of COVID to weaken my legs, and so the past year I have felt too out of shape to move. That is now ending. I have reached the point where it's going to be immobility if I don't strengthen my legs. This channel is so good I am motivated to watch all your videos and learn and go into action! What you offer is almost tailor made for me and my physio deficiencies. It is a God send. Thanks for all YOU do; and I must add that the comments here are so interesting, helpful, and inspirational. A big thank you to everyone!!
You can do it dshey! Yes, the comments in this community are exceptional. Thank you.❤️
I'm the same as you but had an extra year to weaken prior to lockdown due to rotator cuff surgery. It doesn't take long to feel really bad I've found because before all that I was going to the gym 4or5 days a week 🫣. I feel awful and lack motivation these days, I find it really hard to just get started and I'm not going back to the gym until I feel a bit more 'in shape'. Good luck with your improvements
Same here. I am using a cane now and my back is killing me.
I had the same problem after covid, no muscles, l was shocked how badly balanced l had become, needing to use a hand rail up and down stairs, l was only 60. I work hard to get the muscle strength back, l just dont want to fall and break anything.
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Thankful to you young man for helping the senior citizens. God bless you.❤
Hi Will, I have been doing the exercises for this...learned from you and am very impressed that they really work.I also used a 4kg kettle ball on my foot, applying the same principle. My walking is completely stable now, no knee pain and my lower limb feels 'light' when walking. I was feeling shaken and had lost confidence after falling and breaking both my wrists in 2022, and with a diagnosis of osteoporosis left feeling vulnerable when walking my dog. I managed to walk half of the West Highland Way this in June 2023, so a big thank you for sharing this so freely. I have just ordered your book from Amazon
I haven't driven a car since 1973 since 1973 and walk everywhere in my town which has cobblestone streets. I notice that those who depend on cars spend a lot of time going to doctors, which I don't. Keep spreading the word and get people off their sofas . It affects every system in your body.
Dear Nan, aren’t you special.
@@eagle-eye29 yes I think your right.
@@clairea-t7045 I too walk a lot for my age which is 86. This is at least 2 miles three times a week and occasionally a lot more. I have no bicycle nor ever had a car and have been walking lots most of my life. I don't trip up, but do stumble sometimes on rough pavements, but being light on my feet can recover before falling.
Agree! Weight-bearing exercise is required to keep bone density.
Agree...while parked on my sofa🤔😘
I enjoy your videos. I am 79 yrs young and am trying to improve my walking
...in one day. This exercise immediately corrected the 'tripping' I experienced for years on our shop's carpeted irregular floor. I was not conscious of any improvement until the day ended. I wore my TEVA sandals which were prone to 'catch' and regularly induce potential trips. After a 6-hour shift, I realized there had been none. It's been three days with various shoe styles and still no problem. Your presentations/videos are EXCELLENT as presented. Thank you again...
I looked for the book in library not available one can't always afford to buy every book needed
Exercise starts at 5:18. Thank you for this simple exercise. I just did it and I will add it to my routine. I'm recovering from surgery on my left foot and will be having the right one done in a few months. I'm in PT to learn how to walk properly in the meantime and this exercise will definitely help. New sub. 👍
Exercise starts at 5:18. THANK YOU!
Best of everything to you! It sounds like you're not letting yourself get discouraged.. bravo!
If that’s 12 inches between your heels and the wall then I’m a bigger stud than I thought I was! 💪🍆
Thank you
You're a hero. I'm not watching all that filler
I started walking backwards with one hand on a railing. It has helped my low back and hip pain and tightness. So simple!
That’s the one area that hurts when I walk. Lower back.Thank you for that. Any other tips from readers are welcome.
@@tonymurray814 Me too
@@tonymurray814 x-country ski machine, back bridges off the bed, kneeling squats. Basically working the hamstrings and lower butt. And walking backwards to.
@Tony Murray Hi Tony. I would look into glute exercises if you're suffering back/hip pain when walking. I did and can't believe the difference!
@@te34 Thank you, can u suggest any sites?
For those that dont appreciate the intro and explanations, remember Will is taking to over 50's and we have a changed rate of understanding things from our earlier years. I want to know the symptoms and reasons for postural issues before I try an exercise. So, thank you Will for taking time to explain clearly, slowly and fully to us 'oldies' and the no-so oldies.
I completely agreed. We need more time to evaluate, analyse and make decisiones. Will is doing the right approach. Regretable, being public medium, we would always encounter those people that thrive in negativity and conflictive argumento and point of views!
@@PaquiCamus Yeah, the McDonalds get it in a minute, media sound bites mindset. Patience is less common now.
I love that he summarized the three variations again at the end. That makes it easier to follow when I actually try it. Not all instructors do this.
I'm over 60 and I find his videos very helpful but too lengthy. It's just a little too much. The exercises are good but the same information is out there for half the time that it takes to listen to these videos. And he spends almost 5 minutes just asking for subscribers and all that stuff.
@@PaquiCamusqwaa😂😮 😊😊😊😊😊
I'm a disabled Vietnam Vet, and after four spinal surgeries I was assured by the VA that there's no exercises that can help me learn to walk without pain. I came across your vedio and I'm counting on you to give me that lost ability again. Thank You, JD
kindly keep us posted on your progress
Hi Friend. I’m an Aussie Vietnam Veteran myself. Surname Jones. (Nifty)’.
Fellow Vet. Thank you for your service. Welcome home.
All the best in your recovery...
I started going barefoot or in barefoot style shoes and I feel so much better
I'm 55, hike 1 to 2x/week in warm months with 1,000 to 5,000 elevation gains. I often have pain in the muscle you describe, even though I lift, jog and run intervals. This exercise will be a game changer! Thank you very much!
Walk with your feet u see your shoulders- don't walk with you feet in a line- if you know what I mean. Look at your foot prints and see the pattern.
There are also very simple stretches to relive this kind of soreness and they take few minutes too.
@@jolaczerlanis269 how? Teach, don't just say it.
@@laurabarber6697 how do I walk in a line?
@@CKA2603 just google it.. tjats what i sid when i needed it long time ago. All i remember that it really helped .
I tore my post tib about a year ago and I am still in pt. I now have pain in the anterior of my ankle and my pt has added the excercise you show here. I do three sets of ten but you have inspired me to do more and move to the more challenging types shown here. Thanks.
Will, I watched the entirety of this (instead of skipping to the exercises) because you took the time to share your concern for those of us over 50. Thank you for your being a specialist. Your patients are blessed to have you.
I have been doing this exercise for about 10 days and what a difference !! Thank you so much. I feel young again !,,
I found putting an arch support insert in all my shoes including my slippers have cured my knee pain. Walk everyday and now I really enjoy it at 76.
Yup - fallen or 'dropped' arches in your feet will cause knee pain. Simple biomechanics (Physio here ).
I second that. My husband and I were going for a walk and he was walking behind me for a stretch with one of our dogs. He noticed my right ankle was bowed in - pronated- and recorded a video on his phone to show me. I was shocked! I had no idea that ankle pronated, and I had been having some pain in that need for some time. I immediately got some appropriate OTC insoles, and within a couple of days that knee was feeling great and greatly reduced the pronation in that ankle.
I am going to add this exercise today. Recently , I turned 75 and have issues still from months ago, fracturing my left foot and almost broke my left ankle. Getting older sucks. Thankful to your channel for helpful training and exercises.
I am 85 and work out and swim regularly at our local gym. Pin machines help me with my leg muscles. I walk my dog in the summer and do a lot around the yard. I eat small meals and have lost wt.
Not getting older sucks even more . Keep up the good work.
I agree with your comment that getting older sucks ,I think you have nailed it!😅
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This is the exact problem I'm having with my walking and lower leg pain. I have hip arthritis and after prp it has settled, however my lower leg is painful and I have problems walking. I do this exercise as well as a couple others and it helps! Thank you for posting this video !
I’m 72. I find i do catch my toe when walking. This is probably the ticket. Thank you.
Dear Man, you just keep explaining. It’s so important to understand the why as well as the how. I’m very grateful for your clear explanations. I ordered your book and look forward to reading it.
Fantastic explanation. I got operated for the ankle and faced stumbling problems .Then started anterior tiabialis strengthening and now can walk more with ease wihout the fear of falling
Thank you Will for sharing your knowledge with us. We don't often think of how other muscles have to compensate for those weak areas. Really makes sense. Appreciate your demos and explanations. Carry on!
Im 67. Broke my hip in 2places.broke pelvis.brokeribs and punctured lung.shatered thigh and docs broke my knee to insert rods. I find excercise helps so much. Great video. Keep them coming
Patient, careful, knowledgeable and responsible teaching is always much appreciated! Good job❤
Agree!
I wish more personal trainers would discuss this. I’ve always had shin splints and fallen arches and this sounds like it would help. Thank you so much for what you do.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I have been going for PT for the last 4 months to strengthen my legs & balance. When I mentioned that the shin muscles & ankles were painful & asked for any exercises to help, they did not offer any specific ones, just to keep doing the prescribed ones. Thank you so much for this video
Thank you so much for this video with exercise and useful advice! For eleven years (since I had a subarachnoid haemorrhage) I’ve been telling GPs about the pain on the tops of my feet and up my shins and only got blank looks and no help, no physio or anything. You are the only one who knows what I’ve been talking about! I shall get cracking on the exercise asap. Thank you, I’m so grateful ❤
I stand on the edge of a stair and drop my ankles below, then up onto tip-toes. Great stretch in both directions. 😊
Is that not a stretch though? He's talking about strengthening the muscles not stretching.
Good tip!
Yes I’ve done that, really helped my drop foot from sciatica
That is a calf muscle strengthening exercise for the muscles at the back of the legs - he is describing a tibialis anterior exercise.
Thanks for the tips, about a year ago I fell and hurt my left hip. Not a break but a bad bruise. So I haven’t been walking the dog a lot and your exercise sounds like just the thing to help me.
Thank you for this advice. I’ve been trying to do this one alternating with toe raises (which was rather difficult standing up hands free). Now I can change accordingly without the fear of losing my balance. 👍
Thank you! Went thru 3mo of healing & recovering from a bad ankle injury in June. Doc said “You’d be better off if it had broken.” Am happy to have exercises to strengthen my ankles. Love walking & dancing and am not stopping as I gratefully age. Everyday above ground🎁🌎
The Tib muscle doesn't only lift the foot up, it's a concentric muscle so it also slows down the foot fall, if the muscle is weak then the foot slams down onto the ground and puts too much shock through the leg and hip.
All muscles work both concentrically and eccentrically; a slow return of the foot to the floor will exercise it eccentrically; this gives the control you are speaking of. He does cover this in the instructions, but doesn't mention that particular facet of the return to the ground.
Wow! Thanks! Just found your site. I am 75, 7 months out from TKR and adding exercises to my daily routines to keep as active and strong as possible. I walk alot, and sometimes over dramatize each step to stretch all the muscles and tendons. I live in the mountains of Southern Ecuador, so 5500 feet elevation provides more of a total workout. Now you can be another great source for me. Thank you.
What’s TKR?
@@lis819 Total Knee Replacement.
@@laureleephillips8266 thanks!
Ive had chronic anterior leg pain, including kind of shin splints and peroneal tendonitis. Im glad you addressed this because it doesnt get enough attention on youtube. Thsnks.
This would have been a great exercise from my therapist post stroke I can’t imagine why she never offered it but am eternally grateful to you for sharing
She probably didn't know about it - suggest it to her!
I am an ex long distance runner and (now aged 73 with a hip replacement) still a frequent gymn user, also normally walking around 30 miles a week. However I can see the value of this and have noticed that I am not picking my feet up like I used to so thank you. I will be doing this exercise and will encourage my wife to do the same.
@Graham Newton Your comment along with the video really hit home with me! I am a work from home, self employed software developer ... 68 and I walk approximately 20 miles per week on game trails on my rural wooded property. My best trick is catching my toe(s) on downfall branches or rocks or uneven ground. I use hiking poles which have saved me many falls as well as helping me with better walking posture. Cutting to the chase ... in the last year, I have been troubleshooting various hip/knee issues and the whole muscle unbalance thing is a big player ... I believe. This video speaks to that and I will be adding this exercise. I am sure that I have neglected these muscles!
@@theroadhome_Liz_Summers Good to hear Liz. Keep up the walking. I’m a great believer in the saying that those that do can and those that don’t can’t, at least in relation to exercise when you get older. Deterioration might be inevitable but not exercising certainly accelerates it.
Have you ever tried MBT shoes? I was lucky to try a pair 20 years when I had no insurance in a Walking Store. I was instantaneously a different joyous person. I have MS and Scoliosis, and I can move like I never have in my life.
‘Gym’
@@grahamnewton4381 hip replacement means ur training was useless
I'm a 65 yo with a dog and have noticed in the last few years that I can trip on the smallest of uneven pavement or root. I achieved black belt status 25 yrs ago and used to exercise the muscle all the time to make kicks with the toes pulled back. Thanks for the reminder to work on it again
You got old Steve, I was a fell runner in my teens, then, 5 years in the Marines. Was doing mini-triathlons up until 53yrs old (2020). Was starting to have some age related issues similar to yours. Unfortunately had a stroke in Aug of 2020, can't even walk to the nearest shop now.
Hi Gary- suppose growing old is better than the alternative!! Hope you're not too debilitated and the determination to be a marine helps you to keep going and doing what you can to keep healthy.
@@stevebevan8313 Thanks Steve...........yeah at least having a stroke at a fairly young age gives me a slightly better chance at recovery? I'm very debilitated and running out of stamina/determination/will to carry on etc. Pain, spasticity and lack of help are my main obstacles right now. Combine that with a family who've now dropped me in favour of their own ignorance and the ignorance of the general populous and you're fighting a losing battle. I guess I'm kinda giving you a heads up cos I was noticing things like' tripping up' when I never would've and I had a couple of TIA's before the main event but didn't know what they were. Basically keep an eye on yourself cos if this happens to you, you're life's over mate. Especially if you're a bit older.
Thanks Gary- good luck and try to keep positive ( easy to say I know)
Keep that determination, Gary. Don’t let those around you pull you down. There are so many sites on the web where you can find the support you deserve. Good luck to you.
Thank you Mr Harlow. You have such empathetic understanding of our feet woes and you provide dooable solutions which we should not be complaining about.
I'm 65, no pains whatsoever, but after our long period of Covid inactivity, I started tripping or stumbling just as you've described - toes not always clearing. I'm going to start this exercise today to see if I can get my walking confidence back. Thank you.
Where that muscle is too weak, people walk with flat feet instead of reacting to what is on the ground. Also videos to get up from the ground ( strengthen underlying muscles) and balance exercises.
Covid inactivity is a great term and should be recognized as a condition. The authorities told the old fogies to isolate and now we are paying the price.
The tibialis anterior is not only for lifting the ankle up but also for bringing the weight forward while standing and starting walk. Also every step the same. You can say Tibialis anterior starts the walking (but there are also others that help)
I’d never heard of this exercise before. I don’t walk much because I do tend to trip easily. Also ankles and knees wobbly leading to unsteadiness of gait. I’m a senior citizen with no identified physical impediments. This is definitely something I will try out!
You won't believe what this wonderful exercise will do. People need to walk and this will help to walk straight and prevention from falling. Keep safe.
I’ve suggested this to a few oldies, including myself, in addition to the use of a rowing machine first thing every morning! What a difference it makes!
Thank you so much Dr. I'll be doing this as soon as I start the day. I started tripping while walking in the street a few yrs ago. I had surgery on my rt ankle at 5yrs old. Now at 58 the podiatrist said I have to wear a brace because the surgery wasn't done properly. I'm going to get your book because keeping my body as strong as possible is my goal. Blessings to you for helping people get healthier ❤
Spot on! 74 yo here, i have reasonably strong legs for my age but my left foot is dragging the ground as I walk as you describe and I had no awareness of the importance of this muscle group. Hopefully a game changer now!
Currently recovering from a torn Achilles tendon so am learning how to walk again after 12 weeks in a boot. So dorsiflexion is not appropriate just yet but heel raises are. Each day I can physically feel the improvements as the ankle range of movement gets progressively better and stronger. I have turned my daily walking environment into a gym; so I do knee flexions against a wall, squat standups & sit downs at the bus stop and I found a lovely set of small steps with a handrail where I could work my weak leg by moving the good leg up and back down a step 10 times. People must have thought I was crazy starting to go up a step then appearing to change my mind and go back down a step but it worked brilliantly on my leg. Each day feels better than the previous day.
Over the past few days I have been watching your videos. Extremely Grateful for your efforts in sharing these strategies.
Thank you Will! I love your long intro to explaining why we can exercise in certain positions and how to be safe doing it! We older folks need the slow precise demonstration and guidance of the HOW TOs!! Thanks again.
Accidental encounter with this video, but it is Exactly the problem from my first long walk in a long time. Right on target ! So, much thanks to you Will, (and the "synchronicity" thing!)
You have described my problem with walking perfectly. I’m 10 weeks post hip replacement so haven’t walked properly for 3 years. Now learning all over again but everything aches, hips, knees, ankles and lower back. Will try this exercise for a few weeks and hope it helps.
Get yourself trekking poles and watch videos on how to use them for 'hiking'. Using them correctly improves posture, core strength and stamina!!!
Get custom fitted orthotics my lower extremity pain went away after orthotics lined up my feet,ankles legs knees and hips got aligned no pain. Don’t get over the counter but have a podiatrist custom fit them for you!!!
This is similar to my problem. I had knee replacements a decade ago. Now I need a hip replacement, I have to do some PT first and then get surgery done in a couple of months. My gait is all off though. And it hurts to walk, I just hurt all over but I still do walk and do what I can in the way of exercise. After my hip replacement I will have to re learn how to move. I go to the pool a couple of Times a week and that does give me some relief when I'm in water. I will try these exercises in addition to what they are showing me in physical therapy. I may try the trekking poles someone said in the comments. I do walk nature trails in parks. I saw someone using those poles and wondered if it would help support me better when walking. I wish you the best and hope you find improvement with walking and you continue to heal.
I'm a 73 y-old tai chi and gentle exercise teacher ( water and land strength and balance) and glad to add this to my repertoire. Explanation is clear and worth knowing. Thanks
Thanks I injured my Knee A few months ago and it has been really awful . It has resulted in my legs being much weaker and I wanted to start walking again so I think this exercise will help with that . I still have quite a bit of stiffness in my knees and pain but I think that this will help me get started.
I find that just walking on your heels, without letting your toes touch the ground (if you can do that), is an effective way to develop the same muscle.
Improves balance too, lol!
but will it strain your knees??
@@priyv8710 no
@priyv8710 - Shouldn't. Never had any problems. Don't need to lock your knees.
Thank you! This is a great exercise, I am 56yrs old and love walking with my mum who is 88yrs old so this exercise will be great for both of us. Your explanation was brilliant...Thanks again...👍👍👍
Thank you so much for this tip. I am eager to start doing this-I have so many of the symptoms you mentioned and I was needing an exercise that targeted this specifically so I can improve my walking.
This is great! I just went through PT for gait improvement, and this was my only remaining problem. Many thanks.
Yes! I'm 70 and this weak ankle business has recently started to happen. Thank you for the video and tip!
I'm 71 & recently I've started accidentally kicking the corners of my rugs up ! It's good to know we're not alone!
@@jerryshunk7152ha im 62 and doing the same thing I almost fell a couple of times it's tough getting older I'll try those exercises and maybe I'll lift my feet up better when walking
Can't believe the comments about too much talking. How do you like your videos? Here is an exercise that affects a muscle I'm not going tell you about that serves a function i will not describe and addresses an ailment I'm not going to mention! Bloody hell, what is wrong with you people...
To the point mate that’s how. Get off your high horse!
@@cpellercpeller5463 Yep, can't fault you there, that is annoying. 👍
@@fundamentallymartin9656 The rest of his video is excellent, all info straightforward & clear. Gonna try this exercise, never heard of this & never saw any exercise/resistance equipment that addresses this frontal lower leg area.
@@cpellercpeller5463 It’s YT pushing them to do that!
No swearing, please. Respect.
I have had this issue and I did not understand what was happening, and why my hip had begun to hurt. I am so grateful for your tip and explanation. I benefit greatly by every one of your videos. God bless you. Thank you.
Always good videos. He’s not only explaining how the exercise works, but why. It’s so important to know the mechanics of the body before starting anything especially for over fifties. Thanks. From an 81 yo.
I began adding this exercise to my routine when I saw Ben Patrick Knees over toes Guy videos. Big help for knee pain as well as walking backwards. No more knee pain at 80 years. Thank you I'll do the walking tomorrow as you suggest. I subbed.
Amazing. A fabulous exercise that I didn't even realise what it affected. So many older people trip because they don't pick up their toes they slide their feet. Thanks for sharing this. I'm going to tell as many people as possible about this exercise.
Hi Will - I am 67 and have issues with my balance and walking. Several years ago I scraped my Achilles tendons on both legs. I came across you’re video by accident and tried your exercise straight away. I was totally surprised to find that I couldn’t do this standing up - I couldn’t raise my toes. I’ve tried it seated and can do it then and can feel the burn in my muscles. I’m going to continue doing like this until I can do it standing. Thank you for your video - it may help me greatly.
I always watched ur video and it helps me lot I'm 76 yrs old female n follow your lecture on how to exercise properly. Your a great help to us seniors. Love it
It’s the first time I’ve seen any of your videos and I found it very clear, well explained and a simple exercise to do at home. Great stuff, will be watching more of your videos (have subscribed 😉).
I'm 67 years old, otherwise spry and fit. I do about a 40-minute walk every morning. A couple of months ago, I had a bad fall, landing on my upper chest and lower left jaw. Nothing broken or fractured, was sore for a few days, but my self-esteem has taken quite a bit longer to get over it. So yes, I have been catching my left foot on all sorts of things on the street lately... and even more distressing, even when there isn't anything on the street to trip on. Oh my, oh my, so this is why! And, even better, so this is how! Thank you so much.
This sounds like me 😁honestly tripping and falling while running when i cant even see why ...this is def going to help
I have trouble with this due to spasms and sitting. Gets stiff and I walk on my toes. PTs never mentioned this exercise. I've been concentrating on the back of the leg. Thank you!
This is one of the best exercises for walking and prevention not to fall. I do a much more intense exercise, but Will makes this so easy for every one. Thanks. Cheers Cape town 🇿🇦👌
Was in Cape Town last Sept. LOVED IT.
Sound advice, will certainly have a go at this. I’m 81 and try to walk as often as I can. Getting rid of ‘stoop’ and this exercise will certainly help.
I'm 65, and have had both hips replaced. I have been working with increasing my daily walking, over the summer I got two walks in per day with the dogs, I worked my way up to 5 miles total per day. I discovered I wore the toe ends off all my shoes, I do think this will really help improve my progress. Thank you!
Brilliant! I'm adding this to my daily exercises. Thank you!
As I get older 76 and I struggle to do what I used to. This seems like a good idea makes perfect sense. I can do this in the privacy of my home. I feel awkward going to gym. Thanks for sharing this tip for better walking.🎉
Yes. Less tendency to compare yourself to others.
Thankyou for this exercise. I have been tripping over my feet for the past few years. Any improvement is welcome.
I've watched several of your videos and share them with my class of over sixties. I have plenty of aches and pains and the video on spinal stenosis and exercises made me aware of what is going on. I have bought your book. Thank you so much for your generous sharing on here. Keep on Truckin'
This is great. I'm 74 and still pretty active. I noticed when riding my bike I'll get a little twinge in my left leg in that area. I have spinal stenosis which affects my leftside mostly.. This will be handy to know. Thank you
Thank you. I needed this. I figured out why I kept tripping, sometimes falling. I have to remind myself lift my right foot . Now I have an exercise that will help.
Same here! I have tripped and fallen a lot and didn't realise this was the reason. Feeling hopeful for an improvement!
Yes, I’m 79 and have been feeling wobbly on the cobblestones where I live. I’ve noticed that when I trip, it’s my lazy toes that catch. Also my lower legs feel much more tired when I walk. I’m hopeful this exercise will solve the problem!
Yes same here fallen a lot while running last 2 years or so and this makes sense now
Excellent exercise with a thorough explanation. I love to walk and hike and use the standing desk for my work, and every bit of information I can get is useful to me. I also understand that hiking on woodland trails with stones and roots that make the terrain uneven is excellent for our walking and our sense of balance. Many thanks for your KZhead channel! (62yo)
20:12. I am new to your site and l have to say that l am so impressed with your teaching, patience and understanding of us over 50's. I am 66 and am in pain with my right knee. I am slowly and carefully doing the exercises recommended but obviously early days. I ordered your book and from the moment l started reading it l loved it. I appreciate the clear concise explanations and patience you show. Thankyou Will. Am off now to read the next chapter.
My legs get very tired and feel weak when I walk, so will put this into practice and see how I go. Thank you and God bless to! you! 😊🙌
I'm 71, and took up climbing last year, from a base of almost zero fitness. I'm a lot fitter and happier since I started. Still not as fit nor lost as much weight as I'd like, but it's a start. PS thanks for this exercise will definitely try it.
Despite what you think, walking without decreasing your eating doesn’t cause weight loss. The body partitions the calories differently. But it does get blood flowing all over and has other good effects, so keep at it. Sometimes after getting over an initial hump, people will spontaneously eat a little less when they exercise consistently but you might have to target it. Best wishes.
7:51 7:52 I walk daily, about 4-5 miles. But recently I’ve been tripping. And the tiredness you mentioned is something I’ve noticed. Thank you so much for the exercise. I’ll definitely be using these.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
How many steps is 4 to 5 miles just curious . Only if you know
8000 steps equals 4 miles.
This makes so much sense. The "talking" that some are complaining about is very clear and educational. Great video. I think I'll get the book!
Thank you. I love that you summarized the three variations again at the end. That makes it easier to follow when I actually try it.
You are adorable and so easy to understand! ❤
Will, this is wonderful. I have had a poor recovery from knee replacement surgery, and have associated ankle weakness. You exactly described my symptoms, as I am relearning to walk, with a goal of walking the Camino di Santiago later next year. Am subscribed now, and will get your book. Awesome advice, thank you!
Have a great pilgrimage. My goal, too.
@@janicehussock7735 you too Janice :), so looking forward to it….having such a goal really helps to drive my improvement focus.
Thanks young man. Thanks for thinking and helping seniors.
I turn 80 in May and your videos have helped me regain some abilities that I had lost, particularly related to Osteoarthritis in my right knee. I am so grateful. Farhan is not far from where I grew up, but my wife and I have been in Canada for 57 years.
I’m a new subscriber and very thankful too! I’m 73 and have had problems with tripping for several years. I sprained my ankle about 5 years ago, but unlike years ago, it wasn’t given any compression to support it. I was given therapy for a few weeks a few months later, but the therapist wasn’t able to get my foot to raise properly, consequently I’ve had several falls since. Will this exercise help or do I need another to help? I have COPD and it’s essential for me to keep as healthy as possible. I’d be very grateful for any help you can give. Very many thanks for your great video!
Indoor bike, also walk backwards start slow work up to 15 mins a day. Cheerio
Your channel appeared out of the blue and it was a light bulb moment. I have had two bad falls recently (last December and late March). The most recent was the worst and I have been scared to go walking for exercise but realised I had to improve my walking technique and have been practising raising my toes but seeing your post has opened my eyes. I will check with my physio so I can add this exercise to my routine. Thank you😊
Hi I am Krishna ,67 years old woman from Malaysia ...after I had my Lazer treatment done for my vericose veins,I have been very scared to attempt any type of exercise for my very painful knees .But after watching your exercises,I have attempted on a number of them and slowly but surely it's helping me....thank you Will.
I am so very grateful to have found you! Sensible, practical advice - with love and respect from Atlanta.
I have been dragging my right foot since experiencing TM .I am so happy to learn there is an exercise I can use to lessen this tendency when tired.I also broke this ankle and had a metal inset which may be part of problem
Another great exercise . Am recovering from the worst effects of sciatica and Will's exercise programme has helped enormously. Please do the exercises every day - without fail . You will be amazed at how quickly your leg & foot pain is reduced - and how well you feel . Once again - many thanks Will .
it is interesting to read from someone who has benefited from the exercise. I have had sciatica once, and it sure is painful so I am very pleased to hear that it helped you.
I have sciatica for almost 2 yrs now living with pain on my left hip till the leg. Went to diff physio but no much improvement. I wish with these exercises I will get will some improvement. Thanks a lot n GOD 🙌 🙌 🙌 BLESS TO ALL...
@@nct9480:07 great
@jbyeats I also have sciatica from my groin down to my ankle on my right leg from a fall two years ago I used to walk 8 miles a day, and now I could hardly walk at all. I have pain all of the time, but I have to use a cane because all of a sudden I’ll be walking and I get a real sharp nerve pain and my leg gives out and I fall.What other exercises have helped you get rid of your sciatica? I have had six shots and not one of them have worked. Thank you in advance for your help!!
My main exercise outside of Will's - is SWIMMING. I started at the swimming pool and could only walk up and down the pool for several weeks, initially .. Then I started doing the front crawl and breaststroke slowly. Now after 6 months - I can swim freely up and down the pool . My sciatica is almost gone . I am 76 years old. @@maryliz69
Thanks so much! I do indeed have issue with the front of my legs there hurting after walking. I'm 62.
In the US. Overweight and training for a 5K in November. This video was just what I needed! Thank you!
Excellent explanation. I can now teach this to older family members. It was a good idea to add the time stamp of the exercise for those who lack focus and for those who wish to re-visit it.
Beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this. I have droopy feet and this will become part of my regular daily movement regime!
great exercise for weak ankles which i have always had/gyms concentrate on everything but the ankles thanks
I had labyrinthitis in 2010 and my walking has just become so awful, terrified of stairs and falling in general, took my eye off the ball, fell and broke four ribs, it knocked my confidence to bits. Will try this and see if it can help. Thank you.
Thanks so much, doc! I very much appreciate your instruction and encouragement. 💐🤗