Getting Shorter With Age? 3 Fastest Ways To Mend It!

[@BobandBrad]

For more information check out our video 'Are You Getting Shorter With Age? 3 Biggest Causes (Immediate Reversal Possible?)' -kzbin.info/www/bejne/iomrdGmplq16pq8

[@pinto4825]

I miss Bob. I hope he's well. 🤗

[@cordybluejeans]

Me too.

[@juanitas6873]

Thanks!

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you so much, we appreciate your dedication! 🥰

[@angelhelp]

As a pianist, organist, and singer, I’m so habituated to sitting and standing up straight that anything resembling a slouch is very uncomfortable. I have a selection of dog bone shaped pillows that I use in the car because carmakers have yet to properly design seats for people like me who find the idea of a forced slouch and a forced head bow completely intolerable. My brother (who has lost several inches) and I looked at this video together and he will try some of these techniques.

[@alaylay7538]

❤❤❤❤❤ love you guys!! Thank you I’m excited to try these!! I’m so blessed to have this channel!!! Blessing to all of you at Bob& Brad&Mike!!!!❤❤

[@BobandBrad]

That was so nice to read, will be sharing with the whole team, thank you so much for your continued support!

[@slvrlady]

Another great video. Thanks. Mike's sense of humor is appreciated.

[@BobandBrad]

Glad to hear it!

[@goldie2011]

I was 5’7 most of my adult life and considered that a bit tall. Now at age 61, I’m 5’5 and would love to get those 2 inches back 😩 lol

[@aweeks6649]

Same thing here...I went to get a bone scan because my doctor wanted it. The technician was so short, she had to stand on her tipple toes to see the top of my head. She said "You are 5 foot two" 🙄 I tower over other women. There is no way I am that short. But, I have lost about an inch. Beware of short technicians 😂

[@BobandBrad]

Hope this helps!

[@annedwards1686]

I was 5’2” all of my adult life and I’ve lost 4” due to hemorrhaged and slipped discs. I actually do all of these stretches. I don’t think I’ve gained any height, but they do make my back feel so much better, with less pain.

[@alenahawke475]

Would love to get my 3 inches back.

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

I think we’d all love to get two inches back 😳

[@yiyiskblue8]

Super professional and I appreciate the attention to detail with the props and explanation of these exercises. These videos are so informative and I learn so much from them.

[@BobandBrad]

Glad to hear it!! Thank you so much for watching.

[@elijahmodnar1]

hydrate hydrate hydrate! as the discs are 86% water when fully hydrated, need minerals also as they help retain the hydration inside the disc

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for mentioning this!!

[@debsvoboda2161]

God bless you two for all of your great tips!!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you think so, thank you for watching!

[@natashamickle1161]

Excellent exercises and great demonstration, easy to follow and very effective! Thank you!!

[@BobandBrad]

Great to hear, happy to help : )

[@carolyncornelius1492]

Brad And Mike, These Are All Super Fantastic Exercises To Use To Straighten Our Backs. YAY!! .. Brad, You And Bob Have Always Provided Excellent Exercises For Seniors. Always Appreciated!! .. Please Say Hello To Bob!! ... We All Continue To Miss Him!! (:

[@BobandBrad]

thank you so much for your kind words!

[@teresacrowley4076]

Thank you both 🙏🙏

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@thisorthat7626]

I noticed I had lost some height and started taking a lot of collagen. After several months, I noticed my height had increased. Don’t forget how important diet is to maintain height and keep bones strong. Bone meal and vitamins D and K2 are also helpful. Thanks for the exercises as well. Lots of way to stay healthy.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you.

[@conjimoni]

Thank you for your videos. They are exactly what information we require. Best wishes from India ❤

[@BobandBrad]

Great! We are happy we could help!

[@panamafred1]

I'm 100 percent with you on the exercises. I also think shrinkage is a nutritional issue. Two years ago, I noticed that I was slumping. I had T2 diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, brain fog, gum disease, and on and on. I discovered the Carnivore way of eating and went for it. Now all my ailments have gone away. I'm standing straight again. I easily lost 40-pounds. I am enjoying good health, great energy, no diagnoses, and I take no medicines. My diet is 100 percent animal based. Sugars, carbs, seed oils (canola, soy, corn, etc.) are all inflammatory and nutritionally deficient. I'll never go back to eating anything from plants!

[@JimRedland]

Great info for continued upgrading my health. You are by all the most famous and helpful physical therapist on the Internet. Thank you….

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

Hi guys! Another super video to help people help themselves!! Thanks to one of your other videos, I LOVE the hanging bar!! Just five to ten seconds!! And a friend of mine took up yoga at 60 years old and she gained 3/4s of an inch back in height!! Anyways, stay tall!! 🙂

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing, so glad it's helping you!

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

@@BobandBrad🙂

[@CeceliaLund-t4q]

We like Mike!

[@BobandBrad]

YEAH!!!!

[@tonyjohansson2967]

Excellent advice 😊❤

[@krugmeister7301]

Great Video u 2.!! I usually do stretching exercises...And It helps..

[@BobandBrad]

Great, keep up the good work!

[@tdrisker2]

I just mentioned this when I was looking for a new primary, as I knew this happens and my prior primary was very ignorant nonchalant attitude. THANK YOU!!!

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome, we are glad it helped :) Thank you for watching

[@365tage9]

So good. Thanks for sharing. Do you have a playlist for all sorts of issues caused by the desk sitting mainly? Maybe you can create a video for the people who are suffering from neck, lower back, hips issues (all caused by sitting only jobs). It's so hard to find videos for each part of the body to do all the exercises. Maybe a consolidated one would be great, like must do exercises to eliminate the most potent issues caused by sitting only. Thanks!

[@ryukoli4707]

Also, as a former ballerina, we were ALWAYS trained to imagine a string running through our entire body, and it is being pulled upwards.

[@BobandBrad]

Love it! Wish that was taught to everyone as it can really avoid a lot of aches and pains and problems as you age.

[@ShirleyChang-d9h]

I’ve been 5’ 3” most of my life. Now at 74 & a couple injuries, I’m now 4’ 10”! I sure would love to get my height back!! 😔

[@michellem3899]

“W” for Wisconsin!👏👏👏

[@leonardprovost2634]

Great job

[@madhusudan6129]

W from " mad mad world " 😊

[@cheri7054]

You got a thumbs up when you mentioned WI ans MN. I grew up in Milwaukee and live in MN>

[@timothyvanderschultzen9640]

This reminds me of the time Bobby dangled from the swingset in order to stretch himself in the Brady Bunch.

[@carolynlancaster3273]

Decades ago, a famous ex-model used to train models. She corrected their posture by telling them to envision the tops of their ears as the tallest part of their bodies. When you do that, your posture corrects to a correct alignment. A good tactic to use when you are walking around.

[@ryukoli4707]

Also, as a former ballerina, we were ALWAYS trained to imagine a string running through our entire body, and it is being pulled upwards.

[@aweeks6649]

​@@ryukoli4707Good one! Thanks! I am having trouble invisioning the ear thing.

[@BobandBrad]

That's great, thank you for sharing!

[@MysterChaser]

My inversion table helps! 👍

[@BobandBrad]

It really does!

[@scottkremer8660]

Great! I was going to ask about those. I use the DEX II which bends me at the waist before dangling unside down from my hipts@@BobandBrad

[@tonimoraful]

Look out Brad! That Mike is getting crazy! Love you guys! Love to Bob! Miss him a lot.

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, he really is!! Bob is doing well and just helped write a book with Rick Olderman! It just came out on Amazon and we have a giveaway going on for it now as well :)

[@clicquot2271]

@@BobandBradWhat good news! I haven’t seen any other announcement of the book. It’s a bit buried here in the comments. Maybe put up a separate post about it?!

[@firebird7479]

I was 5'8 1/2" as an 18 year old. Now, I am almost 60 and I am down to 5'5". Amazingly my brother, a year younger than me, has had several fusion surgeries in his back, and is still 5'11".

[@BobandBrad]

Time does not treat us all the same does it!

[@firebird7479]

@@BobandBrad Tell me about it, and I'm the one who takes care of myself!

[@Nikalette100]

I have osteoporosis . Studies show people lose 2 inches between 50 to 70 I think, and another inch by 80. I asked the medical assistant to measure my height along with my weight. I went from 5’6 to 5’4, I don’t know how long it took but I have seen the same doctor for Ten years. I was measured when I started and when I asked.nmy mother also lost 3” by age 80..

[@BobandBrad]

Yes, this is very common. Hopefully this helps if you want to get your height back :)

[@iahelcathartesaura3887]

YES!

[@BobandBrad]

😁

[@kamalhalder1]

Thanks a lot.

[@BobandBrad]

Most welcome!

[@richardhoner7842]

I would think the number one thing to do would be sleeping position. As gravity pulls down and compresses one's spine during the day at night the discs need to expand again. Start out in the fetal position - a stretched spine. A couple hours of de-compression makes sense to me.

[@AntoinetteBarrett-i1l]

Miss Bob !!! How is he? 😊

[@BobandBrad]

He is doing well. He just finished writing a book with our colleague Rick Olderman. It just came out and is awesome! He will have a lot to do with questions with the book and such :)

[@gigihadeed2491]

Not just useful, but also humorous!! 😆🤩

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for saying that!

[@j8201]

THank you for providing valuable and helpful content. Great channel. Do you think ongoing chiropractic care can help keep your height as you age?

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching. We haven't done any videos on chiropractors yet, but I have added it to our to do list.

[@j8201]

Thrilled to hear it. Thank you @@BobandBrad

[@clicquot2271]

I’m not sure about chiropractic care helping maintain height, but classical Pilates can. The structured sequence of systematic lengthening and core plus bilateral balanced strengthening exercises definitely work.

[@HumbleTrader001]

I question whether decompression exercises could actually help reverse height loss, given that the human spine already decompresses when you sleep and will then compress again during the day. When you get out of bed in the morning, you're potentially up to an 1 inch taller (than at night before going to bed), due to the spine decompressing during sleep, but then this extra amount of height from the decompression is quickly lost during the day (maybe even within the first hour). Just not seeing how doing several minutes of decompression exercises will do anything about the discs losing resilience and the discs not providing as thick a cushion between the vertebrae as one gets older. Worth a try, but don't expect a miracle in terms of regaining lost height.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Julie-kb3mo]

😞 I miss you, Bob. 💜

[@timtengesdal3941]

For the "W" stretch I lay on the floor. Gravity helps me get my head back in the proper alignment and helps stretch my arms back. Hope I am not doing something wrong. It feels good.

[@Nikalette100]

Are there any studies showing height being increased by stretching and exercises?

[@BobandBrad]

We will have to get a pdf made of our research on it!

[@foreveryoung999]

My friend who does yoga says she's taller now

[@harveypost1841]

I've reached 5'11" usually 5' 10.5" during day hey I'm old 74 now, u compress,simple..will.try arm excercise for my tilted hip..bout mayb 1 " differnce..Also the BIG A ..how is Bob doing..

[@Bbbbbbbbbbxxxx]

I'm thinking about inventing a time machine and traveling back in time during the Spanish Inquisition. I'll let them put me on the rack and stretch me out

[@fastted9390]

My cousin says, "Hello" from Stevens Point.

[@mohdalif2192]

thanks you from shorter guy😂

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, thank you for watching!

[@janeprouse9472]

I was 5’ 7” all my adult life And in the space of 3 years I lost 4” I’m in a lot of pain with my back

[@BobandBrad]

So sorry to hear you are having pain! Posture can cause a lot of those pains. Here is a link to our back pain videos in case you haven't seen them yet: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=back%20pain

[@queenestherworld780]

Heyy lol i luv ur vids u slay bob and brad

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!!

[@BodaciousWench]

It’s winter time, Mike. Scarves are a good thing.

[@BobandBrad]

😉

[@enjoyingthelittethings8141]

What are your thoughts on the use of an inversion table, such as a Teeter?

[@scottkremer8660]

And the DEX II from Teeter?

[@Mackie17]

What about an inversion table? Will that help?

[@BobandBrad]

Yes , that's great decompression that helps straighten out!

[@marlenekerrmarlene1259]

thank you =good information= how is bob doing????

[@BobandBrad]

He is doing well! He just finished writing and publishing a book with our colleague Rick Olderman!

[@marlenekerrmarlene1259]

thanks always enjoy ypu guys= glad bob is doing good ,@@BobandBrad

[@abbykoop5363]

What are your views on inversion tables?

[@BobandBrad]

We do like inversion tables when used properly and for certain ailments. Here is a link to all the videos we have done on them for a more detailed answer: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=inversion%20table

[@whowahska]

How effective are the Teeter cots for decompressing the spine? I have one but haven't used it regularly. But I have adapted to sleeping on my back at night. Spine and lower back feels better and breathing is much more relaxed.

[@pamsmith7369]

I lost almost four inches! Was always 5’ 8” and am now 5’ 4 1/2”! Had both hips replaced so that might be something. But do have scoliosis and lumbar spine arthritis. No pain but lost inches! AND I’m a yoga teacher for 24 years! So should have maintained my height! We do all sorts of lengthening and stretching both supine and standing! Can’t figure that out!

[@granadosable]

Osteoporosis?

[@smilesmile7330]

8:23 😮Why Brad?!

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, thanks for watching!

[@laurabezden1874]

I am 66 and have lost over 2 inches. I’ve been wondering how this is happening. I’m sure this is true for most people, but I have a 14” steel rod fused to my spine. My spine cannot shrink. It must be coming from other areas than my spine. My legs do not seem to have shortened. ? Does anybody know?

[@joseenoel8093]

Never mind, my adult children are looking taller with each visit, love it!

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, they surpass us don't they!

[@Atheria444]

I have an inversion table that I got for neck and back damage. I HOPE it's helping me to not lose height, but I'm scared to measure myself at 57 with osteoporosis. It may be bad news.

[@randallespinosa4264]

Also, Elevator Shoes work wonders. The choices in style these days are head and shoulders above what they were in years past. Just ask Tom Cruise. 😉

[@smilesmile7330]

2:14 😂 Why Mike?!

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, right!

[@CrumbleLives]

I felt the door hanging was helping me but security moved me on.

[@lillianvanalst9453]

I'm seeing that posture, more and more. 😢

[@BobandBrad]

Posture is so very important. People don't realize how much poor posture can cause all kinds of problems!

[@JeffPom]

So - I had a spinal laminectomy and fusion done with hardware added back there. Can I still do the decompression exercises?

[@cindybearce9749]

What adaptations would you need for someone with a reverse total shoulder replacement? I'm almost 4.5 months post op.

[@cynthiaarmstrong7972]

Hanging feels great on the spine, but it’s killing my arthritic hands. What can I do? Thanks!

[@karlproksch1350]

What effect would that have on the shoulders? It appears its focussed on the shoulders.

[@danieldumas7361]

@7:50 - I usually do this while waiting in line - Groceries - Post Office - Sperm Bank (or any Bank for that mater)

[@tdrisker2]

I just thought it was my bones decreasing if that's possible? Due to my calcium intake change as I get older. Does that play a part also?

[@BobandBrad]

It could

[@mbh4097]

I have 60 degree curvature due to scoliosis.

[@francesherman9083]

Is Mike wearing an SI belt

[@BobandBrad]

Yes :)

[@francesherman9083]

​@@BobandBradI have one too

[@CA-lf7jt]

I’ve been doing these since I saw the video days ago- realizing how badly I walked all this time!

[@BobandBrad]

Hope it is helping. Thanks for sharing.

[@shdwbnndbyyt]

Now most modern people would think like Austin Powers... Platform shoes or high heels, BABY!!

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, right!

[@MZK-555]

I’m 14 years old and I’m 5’4 but when I turn 15 I’ll about 3 inches taller probably about 5’7

[@judymills873]

I was always 5’ 3 1/3” now I’m 5’2”

[@BobandBrad]

Crazy how we shrink isn't it!

[@abhaysahay5321]

What if I am using inverted bench and getting up side down for fifteen minutes daily.will it help in decompression in lumbar and cervical ?

[@oldguy4057]

I like the exercises and believe that good posture helps one look taller. I am 5'1" so need all the help I can get. My BS meter signals me when you claim that stretching movements are going to allow the disks to get thicker. Has anyone actually done a study where this has been measured and reported in a peer reviewed medical journal?

[@HumbleTrader001]

I tend to agree with you. See the comment I just posted. (where I talk about how the spine decompresses at night during sleep but then compresses again during the day)

[@leonardprovost2634]

Not fair for us guys who are fully just over five feet and love the short people tune

[@smilesmile7330]

9:20 😂🤣😝

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for watching!

[@billywayne9039]

Young attractive, skilled women. It's the only cure and EVERYBODY KNOWS IT.

[@donnagarner6007]

Won't that ruin/warp the hinges on the door?

[@BobandBrad]

Over time, yes, it probably would! We work on our bodies, lol, we forget about the wear and tear on the house :)

[@donnagarner6007]

@@BobandBrad I just have some trouble with sticking doors & doors that won't close so I didn't want more problems!

[@joelpierce3940]

I was 6’4”, now 6’2.5”😢

[@rubeng.madrigaljr.7047]

A slouch is a hoochie mama

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching

[@elcehl]

❤Love all the "Bob & Brad" videos,esp. the older ones. Don't forget Bob's chin tuck‼️

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you, oldies are goodies.

[@sunflower6153]

I've lost 2 inches over the years. I started losing them after I had back surgery in '99. 😜

[@BobandBrad]

It does happen! Hope this helped!

[@fastted9390]

Inversion table, OK ?

[@Pascie]

Don't sit on sofas, lay on the floor instead, ive gained an inch 6ft 5 now

[@AvidEric]

Whenever I attempt to decompressing by hanging with the arms up holding onto something the arm nerves running through my axilla are hurting - sometimes for days or months - so although I'd like to do that for mutliple reasons, I just cant. So I'm wondering if there's anything I could do/pratice to either elongate the nerves or some specific kind of nerve flossing to avoid the issues I get with the nerves running through the axilla.

[@BobandBrad]

Yes, please don't do anything that causes you new or more pain. Have you ever tried an inversion table?

[@AvidEric]

@@BobandBrad I haven't, no. But one for my weight class, even one for the weight of a child would be outside my budget.

[@BRIANDER100]

if you lift weights it will help your posture and you should not get any shorter

[@AngieSorice-xh3sj]

I want to shrink

[@rubeng.madrigaljr.7047]

The other gross Mrs. Gross for gross anatomy. -mail recroduction. One actually a peer, didn't physicality Appeared in physical human form

[@BobandBrad]

Ok, thanks for commenting!

[@alainfreedom3159]

are you one of the nano-chipped?

[@BobandBrad]

not us, no no

[@rubeng.madrigaljr.7047]

If you see red people doing pull ups at the top of the door

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@Karen-dq8nw]

Someone tell DeSantis to watch this, and toss out the high heels.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@weyman4317]

Wear high heels.

[@therealfastmart]

First

[@BobandBrad]

You are on the ball! Thanks for watching!

[@mrdman094081]

Slouchism? Ok.