How to Squat Without Pain (Ages 50+)

[@HT-Physio]

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[@LynnetteChapman-j4l]

Thanks Will...Squatting isn't a problem....it's the getting up again that is difficult.

[@camobley3547]

I have your book. It's great! I have had 5 spinal surgeries and I have Ostero-Arthritis in my knees. Squats are very painful and essential for mobility because I cannot bend my lower back because of fusion. The book has helped more than many of the therapists I have seen over the years.

[@NirmalaU-s9t]

Thankyou for all the videos doctor.I learn a lot about human body by watching your videos.😊

[@HT-Physio]

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[@Dutch779]

74 and no trouble on doing squats, plenty of walking. But the Wall is a great idea, but the missus banged me over the head for marking the wall😊 Good job Will.

[@HT-Physio]

Oh dear! Maybe this one is reserved for dark coloured walls only😄

[@Dutch779]

@HT-Physio 😊

[@LorettaMachado]

I watch you faithfully but I laughed when I saw todays video. I'm 82 with a ruptured disc & bad knees. There is no way I could do a squat. I'll still continue to watch you though. You've had some good ones. Thanks

[@SeraFia-o5w]

I am 71 yo and with bad knees and I do not squat anymore due to the pains .... these tips very helpful!! I will start doing the exercises in this video ... and will observe my progress.. Thank you, Will..

[@bermudaguy5003]

Always helpful Will. If I am having one of my "rough" days, I'll remember these to do on one of my good days. You old timers know what I mean.

[@erniefeline2215]

You mean us old farts?

[@bermudaguy5003]

@@erniefeline2215 Yea, I mean us old farts> Still raising hell! LOL

[@HT-Physio]

I hope you're able to put these exercises to good use!

[@PHALOMOON]

Love your videos Will. Squatting bothers my hip and knees, and these are great building blocks. I have your new book (it's awesome) and the 3-Tip Friday newsletter. Can't thank you enough for all of your help and kindness. Hugs from Texas - one of your over 70 followers.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for watching my videos and ordering my book, I'm so pleased to hear you're enjoying it! I'm sending best wishes to you in Texas ☺

[@TamaraJoy7]

This was a fantastic episode! I used a half foam roller for lifting my heels and this worked a treat! The wall squat with the foam roller is also brilliant 😊.

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you're already putting these to good use!

[@Ally-p5b9u]

I have also just received your book, having my order cancelled twice (to be shipped from Amazon Japan). I ordered the third time less than 2 weeks ago. This time shipped from the US, and it arrived today!😊

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear Amazon had difficulties posting the book, but I'm so pleased it has arrived safely for you. I hope you find it packed with more than enough interesting and valuable content to make the wait worthwhile!

[@SusanHaydon-kp1jc]

I love these and can do them all not as good as you but l'm trying. Thanks Will My favourite squat was heel on towel but will concentrate on progressing.

[@HT-Physio]

Well done for already putting these to good use, I'm so pleased you found a favourite variation! Keep up the great work 😄

[@kayjay9516]

Hi Will. I’m only 56 but have osteoarthritis almost everywhere and am consequently very overweight and unfit. I’ve bought your book and I’ve signed up with an over 50s personal trainer who has me started on the mini squats. It is embarrassing given I used to exercise daily in my 20s but I am where I am and I’m determined to get stronger and manage my pain better. I have cervical spondylosis too and any exercises for that would be welcomed as that plus menopause are stopping me sleeping! Thanks.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for ordering my book, I hope you find it packed full of interesting information. It's great to hear you've recently started meeting with a personal trainer, I hope they're able to offer some brilliant support for what you're experiencing. It sounds like you have clear goals and strong motivation to achieve them, which is important. I have lots of videos on my channel which may be able to assist in your goal of building strength, managing your pain, and improving your sleep. I have also added your request to my list of future video suggestions. I'm wishing you all the best ☺

[@UrsulaGates-yq1tk]

Good day Will. This video brought a smile to my face.😊 Lots of squatting ideas. I love it. Thanks so much. Stay blessed.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear this! I hope you're able to put these ideas to good use 😄

[@deepost2604]

I’ve had knee pain which actually was an ankle problem. The PT has been great at increasing ankle movement. I’ve been doing split squats, but I want to try the heels on towels because I think I may get more range with this variation. Thanks, Will.

[@HT-Physio]

Absolutely, ankles are often overlooked when we consider the areas that support squats. Great to hear you have a brilliant PT to work with. I hope you're able to put this variation to good use!

[@mechthildhaeussler5736]

Once again great content. Exactly what my partner needs. Clearly the best physio channel for the older crowd.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words - and I hope my video proves helpful for your partner!

[@Gabrielle-vd4tv]

Very helpful for those of us that seem to get knee pain doing any kind of squat,even a wall squat which is supposed to be felt in the quads .However the towel on the floor tip seems to relieve knee pain .

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear this tip helps!

[@sandrabrown8189]

I suffer with Arthritis in both my knees.I like the chair squat coz that would be easy for me to do.Thank you so much for these new exercises which I will definately do.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so pleased to hear you'll be putting these to good use!

[@CKnox-wm6ge]

Excellent stuff, Will, can’t squat much now but going to do these to try and get back to it. Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

I hope they prove beneficial for you!

[@somaghosh-j4u]

Thankyou. Will try ,I m 62 yrs with knee pain unable to squat.

[@dennisang5608]

I like the split squat option with weights as it works on balance as well.

[@HT-Physio]

Absolutely!

[@sheilaverity3446]

Strangely, I find the split squat harder on my knees than a regular squat, seems to irritate my kneecap. Just ordered your book, hope it arrives soon!

[@richardholappajr.6184]

Thank you, Will, for the excellent information!

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to share!

[@shekhvan]

Excellent variations. Just perfect for 50+

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear it!

[@letitiatrotter7566]

Thanks Will! I've got stiff ankles and get pain in my knees. This looks like it could work for me!

[@HT-Physio]

I hope these prove helpful for you - I also have the following videos regarding ankle mobility to support with squatting as well :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqirf5xpjrB-jsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/moCQZmSeqd-Sm6M

[@guillafisher3647]

Really liked the squat exercises. It is helpful for people who are older

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear you liked these ideas!

[@debraellwood3850]

I can usually do a regular squat even though I have knee arthritis. But on My "down"days, these alternatives will be nice.

[@HT-Physio]

It's always good to have options, so there's always something suitable!

[@paramjitsingh3419]

Thanks will. Nice advice for squatting

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@159awi]

I have found that holding a horse stance for a few minutes helps develop those squat muscles.

Thank you so much! 🤗☀️🙏

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome!

[@francesstager997]

Hello Will! I have been really disappointed in the fact that my knees ache when I try to do squats. I plan to give the wall squats my best effort! Also, I am looking to add adjustable dumbbells to my Christmas Wish List! Can you recommend any particular brand? (I am in the US).

[@estherburke4079]

Thanks for all this!

[@HT-Physio]

My pleasure!

[@shenazalidina1792]

thx. Will; was really looking for video on different squats; I like wall and chair.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear you like the look of some of these, I hope you're able to put them to good use!

[@purushothamanselvam2264]

Thank you, Mr. Will

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome!

[@DianaStanyon]

Hi apologies for approaching you on a completely unrelated topic to your upload, but I would like some advice I am currently trying to loose weight but am worried about how to fit this type of training in and some cardio based workouts to lose weight ?

[@birgittalindstrand5703]

This is so good thank you 😊

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@monicamilia6262]

So so good Thank you so much

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome!

[@elizabethmccomie-paul1984]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@beckyc.2401]

I have a bulging disc and suspect it's from squats, aside from doing the stretches I've learned from one of your videos, can I benefit from wall squats without damaging my lower back? I believe my core isn't strong enough for squats, thus my disc bulge. Thanks! 😊

[@SusanMitchell-ud2pd]

Just did the glutes exercises, seemed to be feeling it in side of hip rather than bum cheek I’m wondering if that’s ok . Adjusted to ensure I was in correct position . I’m 65 & quite active , with tennis , Zumba( not full on ) & online Pilates . 😊

[@fab36254]

Terrific!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@musheopeaus4125]

I found wall squats hurt t my knee caps with a sharp pain but squats don’t - weird

[@lobilly]

Will wall squat reduce the effectiveness compared to the normal squat?

[@shirleydilleshaw5289]

Chair squat I can do great, except the lowering.. I was looking for something that’d help me be able to squat deeper so I can touch the chair without plopping back down. No pain, I just can’t lower that much. Should I do the mini squat then progress? 74 yo Thank you, any suggestions welcome

[@DrElizA10]

Would you explain how to properly place/space feet for a squat

[@franhar8292]

Would you please tell me which squat is okay to do when you have a sciatica flair up? Thank you.

[@brooke2059]

I tried the regular and the wall squat. Unfortunately, squatting aggravates my constant, chronic shin splints.

[@tckemp6906]

Thank you

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@jenitalaxamana1628]

Thank you 🙏

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@malathisrinivasan6260]

Hi is it ok to squat if u have osteo arthritis.

[@vijayag1105]

Is it possible to hurt the tail bone by doing squats with wrong movement?

[@armandoavalos7975]

I have your book 👍

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for ordering my book, I hope you've found it to be packed full of interesting information!

[@reefsurfing3273]

Hi Will, can l do squats with a weak MCL ligament, thanks in advance

[@gangapadanayak1519]

Send the VDO at 14Hrs IST

[@manoharmehra1033]

Great

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@delanocampbell4373]

Can i do it with a bad back?

[@sachithaattigadde105]

❤🎉🎉🎉

[@dinosemr8141]

❤️🙏❤️

[@geetagowreesunkur7310]

❤

[@hiroomotwani7232]

Split Squat

[@a.mustanz]

Thank you 🙏

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!