A Simple Stretch to Improve Your Walking (for 50+)

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HT Physio – Over-Fifties Specialist Physio

4 күн бұрын

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In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals one simple stretch you can use to improve your walking ability.
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@HEisWorthy-4C 2 күн бұрын

Will, you are an amazing, unique young man to care enough to invest your time & expertise in helping the older generation stay mobile with a better quality of life. We don't take this for granted, you are a gift. ❤

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words - it's my pleasure to be able to share my work, I'm just grateful to have this platform to be able to reach so many people!

@TEKANNON-bz9fm 2 күн бұрын

You are doing your people in the UK and us across the world a great service.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much!

@user-sj8mf8jn1z 2 күн бұрын

So simple. Never saw this stretch promoted before. Thanks‼️

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Very happy to share!

@gregrock5074 2 күн бұрын

I'll do this stretch. I don't have any issues with walking, but it's a quick and easy stretch to do.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

I hope it proves beneficial!

@k-lo0007 2 күн бұрын

First time I've ever heard if this stretch! I am extremely limber since I am a power lifter. I will use this stretch from this day forward! Thank you 👊💪🏋‍♀️🙋‍♀️💕

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Great to hear you'll be able to incorporate this into your routine - keep up the great work!

@mratliff1277 2 күн бұрын

Thank you! Your help for us 50+ folks is much appreciated!!!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to help!

@songbird5266 3 күн бұрын

Thank you for this accessible stretch video. I love a bite-sized bit I can do right now!

@karenmayger3437 2 күн бұрын

I agree, bite sized exercises, clearly explained, thanks!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

So pleased to hear my video offered some practical help!

@kenmare16 2 күн бұрын

Another great tip Will. As we age we become aware of reduction in stength but less aware of reduced range of limb mobility , which I have found to be as at least as important and something that needs to be continually worked on.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Absolutely - they all tie together in important ways!

@mpope 2 күн бұрын

Wow! I just did this stretch and found out how much I need it. Thank you!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Great to hear it was helpful!

@helengreen6724 3 күн бұрын

Great advice! It makes my legs feel better after doing these.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

That's great to hear!

@sglaser4777 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for this demonstration. I tend to drag my toes when I walk. This is very useful .

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

I hope it proves beneficial!

@user-wq7yc2om3d 3 күн бұрын

Thank you for trying to help. It's very appreciated.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure!

@patbowers4180 3 күн бұрын

As an foot amputee I'll try it, still have trouble balancing. Thank you!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

I'm sorry to hear you've had difficulty with your balance - I hope this offers some help!

@wandabrady2178 2 күн бұрын

I do like walking too and am doing these stretches before and after thank you so much for sharing!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

I hope they prove beneficial!

@mclucky7086 2 күн бұрын

Many thanks. It is all about walking and balance for me.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Absolutely - I hope this proves helpful :)

@richardpeel-k1c 11 сағат бұрын

I had a Stroke two year's ago that affected my left side, l have found your series of exercises to greatly improve my walking, and can now walk without a stick! Thank you so much.

@DaisyG33 3 күн бұрын

A form of this stretch is done by ballet dancers before pointe class. Now, I feel oh so young again!

@marymichael8556 2 күн бұрын

Good on you!!👍🤗👏😉❤️

@SuperCyclones12 3 күн бұрын

Thanks gives me hope

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

That's great to hear!

@SeabassSeeker 3 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot Will 🤙🏼😊

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

You're welcome ☺

@sylviagladden1321 2 күн бұрын

Had never seen this stretch before. Thank you. I can tell that this will make a difference.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

That's great to hear, I hope it does!

@user-sd4yw5iy7n 2 күн бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GIVING SOME EASY TIPS

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to share!

@priscillajacko7577 3 күн бұрын

Excellent stretch

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Great to hear!

@sharoncarson2414 2 күн бұрын

thank you will ,,,as far as I know ,we don't have this service in Australia,,I have greatly benefited from your videos, I have severe arthritis in L2 L3 L4 ,,and a bulging disc ,I'm able to move more freely now ,all due to your exercises,,thank you for choosing this profession so desperately needed ,, blessing from accross the pond in aus ,,

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that you've been suffering from your arthritis and bulging disc - but it's fantastic to hear that my videos have been so helpful, I'm so pleased to hear that they've freed up your movements! I'm wishing for even more improvements to come for you :)

@reneeparker7475 2 күн бұрын

I love the simplicity of your exercises. Do you have one for the thighs, for us walkers?

@user-sz2eg4ej5i 2 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for this simple stretch 😊

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're most welcome :)

@Dugajug24 2 күн бұрын

Thanks for all you do for us OG's. Much appreciated.

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

Very happy to help!

@salahglobal3026 2 күн бұрын

Excellent, thank you!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome!

@smaragdavolidis9327 3 күн бұрын

Thank you. Excellent as always!!!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Thank you!

@susanhughes2499 2 сағат бұрын

Thank you for caring ❤I have recently been diagnosed with neuropathy in my feet and legs.... So much pain and difficulty walking . I will definitely do the exercise 🙏walking.

@CarolynAnderson-x3i 2 күн бұрын

6:12 pm. I very much enjoyed your stretch video today. I am in the process of going to PT for a strained (IT) band. Thank you so much ‼️

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it! I'm sorry to hear about your strained IT band - I have the following video which may also be of interest :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/brmCib2AsbOye2Q.html

@ooojamaflip Күн бұрын

Drop foot is becoming an issue for me, and searching for tips to strengthen/ stretch this area was how I arrived at your channel.

@juliebailey2302 16 сағат бұрын

Thank you for your channel! I just discovered it this evening. I have yet to look into all your content, so I’ll hold my questions relating to improving my posture until I explore your already published videos. Much gratitude for the over fifty focus… I never thought I’d be categorized as a senior citizen, but at 62 years old that time in life is here for me, just the same.

@SuePratt-y3y 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for another great video to help over 50's. I'm 64 and really appreciate all the help and advice you are giving.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to share, it's great to hear my work is appreciated!

@myamerica9194 Сағат бұрын

Thank you very much for your time to put this out. I have learned quite a bit from you just in a week of viewing. I'm 75 and it's alarming to me how quickly flexibility leaves, gotta stem that tide! Going to buy your book, as well. Sharon

@kmnancy965 23 сағат бұрын

Never seen this type of stretch. Always love exercises that can be done throughout the day with any equipment! Thank you for all the time and attention you put into your videos. They are immensely helpful.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I'm pleased to hear you found this stretch practical - it's great to have different stretches and exercises that all require different levels of effort and/or equipment so that you always have something available to put into practice!

@connievaughn8468 3 күн бұрын

Thank you for this stretch. All help is appreciated!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to help!

@debraellwood3850 2 күн бұрын

Thank you! I felt this stretch immediately! I have been working out for several years, but have never done this stretch before. Your videos are so informative and helpful.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

That's great to hear! I'm so pleased I was able to introduce something new :)

@PetagayleClarke Күн бұрын

Thank you. I've not long found your channel and you are helping me with my sciatica until I can get to the doctors. I love your videos as they are so explanatory. Please don't stop. Thank you.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that you've been suffering from sciatica - but it's great to hear that my videos have been able to offer some relief whilst you wait for support from the doctor. I hope my channel continues to offer help :)

@Ipolarman 2 күн бұрын

I try most of your exercises and stretches several times and find them helpful. I am a fit 82 year play 18 hole golf and need to walk around 5 1/2 miles per round. Thank you very much

@joseenoel8093 3 күн бұрын

Bon weekend from French Canada 🇨🇦, Ontario now tornado 🌪 capital as tornado alley moves north west! A great time to stretch is in the wee hrs when you're focused, rested up and undisturbed!😊

@Faith-mf6jz 13 сағат бұрын

Thank you, Will ❤

@maryliz69 Күн бұрын

Will, with every video that you make you are hitting the mark!!! Thank you for all your wonderful videos!!!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much, it's my pleasure to help!

@user-gx7nq2bi5r 3 күн бұрын

Thanks Will great tip as always. Love your tips

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

So pleased to hear you like them!

@zoni36 Күн бұрын

Just read a 2024 study about how physical inactivity causes exercise resistance of fat metabolism- Meaning if u start a new exercise routine like I did ( 4-5 x per week) but are relatively immobile the rest of the day, it’s going to be hard to lose fat. With arthritic knees, I really need to get rid of some excess weight. I will keep up my strength training but need to increase my steps to 8-10K per day to maximize fat loss. All of that to say, I truly appreciate all of your videos & especially the ones that help make walking easier. Lots of gratitude from a loyal follower!

@user-tv6fn4mf7g 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for your video’s Will. They are so helpful.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Very happy to help!

@CatherineMWagnerhey 14 сағат бұрын

Oh yes! Definitely hitting the mark. Thank you.

@kayhey3426 14 сағат бұрын

I DO have pain in the front of my right leg, on the center right. I did this stretch and the bottom of my foot hurt. I will keep trying to get it right. REALLY G❤LAD to find this. Thanks!

@juliastefanko2711 3 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@HT-Physio 21 сағат бұрын

You're welcome!

@FreedomEscapismASMR 2 күн бұрын

❤ Thank you for all the great videos and information. Please make a video about how to fall safely. I have watched some videos online but I prefer information from professionals like you.❤

@nancydyke5942 2 күн бұрын

Thanks Will I am stretching as you have shown, feel a big difference Look forward to more...

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Great to hear it felt good!

@Reet64 3 күн бұрын

Just tried this and I really felt the stretch on my left side, especially, which is where I have some really bad achilles tendonitis due to PSA. I think that whole side has tightened up due to favouring the ankle.

@Anna-mc1sj Күн бұрын

Thank you. Grateful.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Happy to help!

@garyleeson712 2 күн бұрын

Going To Start using that stretch now. Thank you.

@ritahardy1925 2 күн бұрын

Yes, me too!!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I hope it proves helpful!

@carolhodge7769 3 сағат бұрын

Very good exercise, Thank you!!

@mcbeezee2120 2 күн бұрын

As others here have said, I've never heard of this stretch before, and wow, we're these areas tight. I'm not sure what it will do for my walk, but it certainly felt great afterwards.

@SuyatiSupaat Күн бұрын

Thank you

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome :)

@Vanmoof5 2 күн бұрын

Thanks will that’s a try out for me , those little tips of advise are just what we all need , cheers

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Very happy to help!

@2766chet Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your 3 tip Friday and videos. If possible could you do a video addressing arthritis of the foot?

@rhondabeaman1 2 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome!

@elsarivera7531 Күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome :)

@jeankroeber2481 Күн бұрын

Thank you very much for showing these exercises that I can certainly do. I am old, but have practiced ballet barre exercises and yoga since I was a teenager so I don't have any of the usual problems seniors very often have. Of course, that said, doesn't mean I don't have problems arising from sitting on the floor. Very awkward!

@victoriajones2509 20 сағат бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Happy to help!

@t0pistermalemba99 Күн бұрын

Thanks

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome :)

@PacificoJrVizmonte Күн бұрын

Thank you for the tip! That's what I truly need! Blessings ❤

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

So glad my video came at the right time for you!

@sumitachatterjee7276 Күн бұрын

Thank you sir for your guidance

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're most welcome!

@LeanaWelgemoed Күн бұрын

Thanks Will!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome!

@richardpeel-k1c Күн бұрын

Wow, What an excellent and easy exercise to do daily. Thank you!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I hope it proves beneficial :)

@beatricekisia7411 Күн бұрын

Amazing,great!thank you,so caring

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure!

@martianmuppet Күн бұрын

Thankyou!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome!

@Liizaa1234 2 күн бұрын

Thanking you so much sir....🙏

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to help :)

@georgiasumner5375 Күн бұрын

Thanks Will! ❤

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome 😃

@brigecare 2 күн бұрын

Bon weekend from Lyon, France. All your stretches are so helpful, merci beaucoup 😊

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

So pleased to hear they helped! Sending best wishes to you in Lyon :)

@brigecare 20 сағат бұрын

@@HT-Physio and Thank you so much too for your Friday tips !

@dianedavis8161 Күн бұрын

Just came across your channel so helpful thank you 😊

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

So pleased to hear you've found my videos helpful - wishing you all the best :)

@marilynwalmsley5459 2 күн бұрын

Thanks Will 😊

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Happy to help☺

@meredithjones3234 2 күн бұрын

That feels great!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Great to hear!

@mikepearson7861 2 күн бұрын

thank you this is new to me 🙌🏻

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Great to hear I was able to introduce something new!

@carollowkee5353 Күн бұрын

Thank you for your help very useful

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

It's my pleasure to help :)

@rosminagokrani6249 2 күн бұрын

🎉 thank you

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're welcome :)

@annroman4561 3 күн бұрын

Thank you so much. Do you have any suggestions for coming down steps? I had a fall last year and am afraid of falling again.

@joseenoel8093 3 күн бұрын

After too long a drive and went down the steps backwards to the basement restaurant railings on either side, didn't my Charlie Horse return, right over my knee, how awful and it's calmed itself, stairs were made by the 😈, good luck, keep at it, failures not an option but fear 😱 of stairs is a great excuse for being able to stay home, highly recommended!❤🎉😊!

@raquellopez112 2 күн бұрын

Yes, this is something new. Thank you very much. God bless you.👏💯🆒💐

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Great to hear I was able to introduce something new!

@dancingmoth7517 Күн бұрын

Cool, just off for a little walk, so I'll have a go at this stretch!

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

I hope it proved helpful!

@barbaraclanton-px9wi 2 күн бұрын

Good advise

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Thank you!

@tharunroy5968 Күн бұрын

Thanks for tip May god bless you sir really good

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

You're most welcome!

@SusanHaydon-kp1jc 2 күн бұрын

Wow! Gotta try this before l take dog out.

@eldoretsykes 18 минут бұрын

Yeah like fireman's pose in yoga. I truly battle with it as I have quite a hit of osteoarthritis especially in my big toe. I can see how much I need it though

@annagajewski4993 3 күн бұрын

Thank you. I just got your book. It is so helpful. From Texas USA

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Thank you for purchasing my book - I'm so pleased to hear you've found it helpful! I'm sending best wishes to you in Texas ☺

@Jan-qw5np 15 минут бұрын

Will, can you show exercises for developing/strengthening that muscle too? Thanks!

@tlynn7043 2 күн бұрын

Thanks this was great. My issue is when I start walking, my hips, thighs, and buttocks tighten up. It makes walking unbearable. Do have a video for stretching those areas ?

@redriverbird 2 күн бұрын

Terrific stretch, essential !☀️ Thank you so much for your valuable instruction, always such clarity and thoroughness. Wish you were here, however… so Wondering - Is it possible that you have an Apprentice / Trainer or community in the USA / Detroit, Michigan area ? & or, is it possible that you may be accessible for a brief consultation ? 🎶

@SOROmadout2 2 күн бұрын

Stretches for lower back pain please. Thanks

@blancamanacmul3210 2 күн бұрын

Search his other videos, I am already doing this low back pain stretches😊.

@HT-Physio 20 сағат бұрын

Hi there - I have the following videos which may be of help :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ra10m5yGrsm-f4E.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qqqEfKljxN2lZ6c.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pJuknsSozJPTfWg.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j75iq62E0KvSgGg.html

@akiddoo8113 2 күн бұрын

Are there any exercises to help leg swelling?

@lindagrigsby5460 2 күн бұрын

Are your exercises in your book? Thanks

@doriscorea7776 Күн бұрын

Will it help improve balance?

@debbiec6216 2 күн бұрын

Thank you Will !!! My Gait isn't the best, it's called Myopathy Gait, where I walk like a penguin or you could call it Trendelenburg Gait . Side to side. The exercises I been doing , hasn't helped the problem. My guess it , caused by my Hip (weak ). I had an Xray and they call it Synovial chondroma Osis and I have Severe osteoarthritic changes of the right hip . One of these 2 are the cause of it .

@ellaferro-jr8me Күн бұрын

I've had a total hip replacement and I'm in a lot of pain my Doctor sent me for MRI and all seems OK I have spinal stenosis and doctors say that's where my pain is coming from, I have extreme groin pain which burns a lot I find it very difficult to walk I am at a loss, I take morphine for the pain know the morphine is not working as well as it used to, I would be very grateful for your advice, thank you.

@virginianiewoehner6839 Күн бұрын

Hi Will. I’m always interested in your videos, and this one is no different. Thank you for sharing your expertise. I see you are in stocking feet to complete this stretch. Is that essential? Can it be effectively executed with shoes on?

@IamMissM Күн бұрын

Hello Will, good morning from Sydney! I’m 52 in 3 months and have returned to walking for a month now. But I’m unable to continue daily bec my right big toe is giving me that discomfort. I did this stretch exercise and I felt a slight pain or discomfort on top of my toe. Is that normal? I felt it on both big toes though. Thank you for sharing your expertise and new subbie here!

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