10-min Beginner Core Strength Routine (Ages 50+)

[@XSD.1.]

Very very easy to follow instructions! Thank you for your videos and that you are not using any music with them is so appreciated!

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you found the video easy to follow, that's great! Wishing you all the best :)

[@taariqq]

How true! Music can be an unnecessary distraction sometimes.

[@marietjie2995]

Oh yeah! No noise and irritating beats in our old ears😂

[@taariqq]

@@marietjie2995 lol

[@edbengtson3749]

Sir Will 🙏 Please consider doing More of these follow along video's... They not only allow perfect demonstration of the exercise but allows the person to view and correct every facet of these helpfull exercises... Very Grateful, Thankful for All you do for literally the people around the world who are viewing these video's...

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much, I will most certainly be taking that on board - I'm so pleased you found the video helpful, that's great to hear!

[@edbengtson3749]

@HT-Physio Sir Will thanks for the response. I'm a Night nurse 7pm-7am. I Literally Love your follow along demonstrations and was just inquiring do you offer any type of follow along workout videos like for full body etc, strengthening etc more than just what's shown on KZbin.

[@1unsung971]

He's wrong!

[@NexusDL12]

No he’s not wrong!

[@lenavoynarovich4533]

Im 58 and i watch you videos from Ukraine! Ive been taking care of my 84 year mom for a few month and i myself got a herniated disc L5 S1! Thank you for you videos very much!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm sorry to hear about your herniated disc - I hope my videos can offer some helpful guidance for your recovery!

[@kendylhoudyshell1399]

Great demonstration and explanation Will!!! Thanks for the care you provide to us seniors ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Always happy to help - thank you for supporting my channel!

[@SusanHaydon-kp1jc]

Love this core video Will. So well demonstrated especially for people like me...a 66 year old suffering aches and pains with dodgy knees. Will be doing these daily. Just purchased your book and it's brilliant. So easy to understand and well written. Thanks Little Sue.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you liked the video! And I'm so pleased you've enjoyed my book, that is fantastic to hear - it took a lot of time and work but it was certainly worth it! Thank you so much for your kind words :)

[@deedeeasten]

Hi Will! You are a fantastic teacher! Even though I am 58, I never would have pictued myself doing videos aimed at seniors, that is until I was attacked and bitten by a leashed dog on my bike on 9/30/23. The subsequent fall was AWEFUL for my groin! PT, massage and acupuncture were helpful over the last 12 months and quite expesive. I am finally consistely walking up to 8500 steps a day and now aiming for 10K a day. I can still feel the pulling in my groin off and on. Just yesterday, I told my sister, I feel like if I dont KEEP moving that these issues WILL set me back. I am really glad I found your channel this evening. I did core and leg work. I plan to grab your updated book and requested the 25 min work out! Blessings to you Will! I am super glad I found you and that you focus on mobility for seniors in such an amazing manner. Thanks for helping me with options to get my muscles BACK in GEAR to augment all my walking! I did "Run the Year" in 2022 (torn my meniscus in 2022. In 2023 the dog incident...in 2024 still rehabing my groin...I ended up with 700 miles this year after the slow rehab. Very much looking forward to adding your work to my steps (and eventually rides again) for 2025! ❤🎉❤

[@carolscott2076]

Outstanding core exercises. As a Pilates teacher of many years, these exercises are used in class warmups. You are an excellent educator.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@ElizabethGontkovic-uq4mw]

I'm swayed backed & my back doesn't ho completely flat. The only time I can get flat is to bring my knees up, feet flat..

[@lydialawlor3250]

Thank you so much Will. You explain and detail very very distinctly and its very clear and easy to understand you.

[@HT-Physio]

That's great I'm so pleased my video was easy to follow along with!

[@TnOrchidguy]

Thank you, Mr. Will, thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

You're very welcome!

[@MarianaTanvir]

Thank you Will for great demonstration and explanation 😊

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@kerwinann1010]

Thank you for the follow along beginner core exercise video…Really helpful!

[@FallingUpDown]

Follow along is ideal! Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

That's great to hear I'm so pleased the format was practical!

[@MsCpizza]

I love this follow along video. I do so much better when able to follow along. It is very motivating. You are such a great teacher.

[@racheleastwood5588]

Will is just so good at this

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much!

[@deepahari6324]

Your exercise demonstration is very rhythmic.. and cool manner. Thank you so much for taking efforts.... God bless you

[@HT-Physio]

That is great to hear I'm so pleased my video format was helpful!

[@hanslatour]

Great exercises, most ‘core’-exercises I found till now were hurting my neck. Like this I can keep my neck comfortable. Thanks Will!

[@JudyDedden]

Will’s demonstrations are very special and perfect with grace that I love❤ Judith

[@1unsung971]

And he's wrong on this video with TVA activation

[@yvonnetrigg4745]

Absolutely loving the follow along video routine 😊makes it so easy to do AND for any level! Thank you Will👍

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased it's helpful! Best wishes to you :)

[@jaydee8866]

Glad for this Will!!Love it! ❤Thank you 😊

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased it was helpful!

[@conniegreco8409]

Thank you 😊

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@brightstar586]

For 3 years I've done zero exercise since giving up my job to care for mum who has dementia. I've put on weight and feel miserable. Found your channel on YT and starting to do some exercises to improve my mobility. I want to strengthen my core as I have lower back pain. I also have meralgia prothsetica so I hope exercising will help. I've ordered your book and hope it will motivate me to keep going. Motivation is the issue with me personally, possibly a lot of viewers are the same? Thank you for taking care of us over 50's (over 60's!) ❤

[@YPants]

Ah, the missing motivation! Keep at it, you can do it! Caretakers deserve so much credit, especially when dementia is involved. I thought I was OK until the elevator in my loft building was broken for a full eight days because they couldn't get the needed part. (It's my late sister's loft in NYC, the sixth floor. I had been living in a rural setting in a ranch house on a flat 1/2 acre. I had cared for both my elderly parents, who died at 98 and 100! I am now 83 years old.) On the second day I went down to get a few groceries and found going back up the stairs difficult, but it was the next several days of severe leg-muscle pain that gave me the motivation to start doing strengthening exercises. It's only been 10 days but I feel better and am proud of myself--it's very hard for someone like me with ADHD to keep at something. So glad I found your excellent videos, Will Harlow!

[@PJepp-f1m]

All the way from Australia, thank you SO much for your outstanding videos. I really appreciate your generosity in sharing your knowledge and expertise. You are very easy to listen to - I enjoy you giving some clear background on the physiology before you demonstrate some exercises.

[@kerrymatson]

Great introduction to core strengthening, thank you for straightforward instructions and no horrible music

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome!

[@patrickpulis67]

Well done Will. Another great video with exercises I'll be sure to try. Thank you

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much, I hope you find them beneficial!

[@HelenBratter]

Hi Will: I came across your KZbin channel about 2 weeks ago and been doing some of your playlists. I felt better after doing the stretches etc so I bought your book today and I can’t wait for more knowledge from your book on how to still live actively even with my age, thank you. Helen

[@HT-Physio]

Hi Helen, I'm so pleased to hear you felt better after doing the stretches I recommended - thank you for purchasing my book, I hope you find it packed full of helpful and interesting information - wishing you all the best :)

[@sofis.4665]

This video is a great find!!! I am 62 and have a very weak core. I will make this a daily routine here in Canada. God Bless.

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you'll be putting it to good use!

[@margaretlouis5172]

Absolutely effective in working the core without making it too difficult for a beginner as the sequential order further facilitates you progressively. Thank you, Mr Harlow.

[@ivylam0168]

Hi, Will, thanks for the experiences. You were talking about breathing through our tummy. I came across another KZbin doctor stating that the best breathing is not chest breathing or belly breathing but breathing through the back so that we can keep our abdomen wall flat and tight. I also came across someone talking about breathing through the entire thoracic ring (360 front and back)....I find that breathing through the back seems to feel very soothing. The doctor said it would increase longevity

[@d4dolphinify]

what a great video. I wish I knew what you explain 50 years ago. thank you for helping the elderly.

[@joancurts1844]

Great video!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much!

[@brianmartino1191]

Superb instruction. Today was day one for me. Exhausted and excited. Thank you, Will.

[@juliaporcayo4565]

I love this work out. I have Nick injuries and have a hard time doing a lot of the core workouts because they always want you to raise your neck. This one has been the most effective that I have ever had. Thank you. Definitely want more of your videos that we can do along with as an exercise routine until, I get them memorized

[@unasmith2902]

Love this video. Really improving my core strength. Didn't realise how weak it was. Needed to start at the very begining. Now I am at the second last exercise. Will keep going until I can do them all.

[@garypuckettmuse]

THE BOOK IS GREAT! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! CHEERS!

[@GinaElmes]

This ‘follow along” type video is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Thank you. Very helpful and I hope you do more of this kind of video.

[@kajalmilani4150]

Extremely Helpful ! Much Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased it was helpful!

[@kathleenmcdiarmid7874]

Great video. Explaining how is very good. Great great.

[@HT-Physio]

Absolutely - it's important to know why I recommend the exercises that I do!

[@godloveskaren]

More follow alongs like this please! All body areas pleas! This is what I need after watching your how to explanation videos. Thank you SO MUCH!!!!

[@gwengayhart4505]

Thank you so much! I’ve got a severely stenotic thecal sac at L4-5 (I’m only 55, but herniated the disc 18 years ago) and I know I need to strengthen my core, but couldn’t seem to find any exercises that didn’t hurt way too much. This is doable and I can feel it actually working!

[@tareichadwick8270]

Love your programs. They are so clear to follow. Thank you ❤❤

[@jetzegers5534]

Did it! Great start of my (belated) new year's resolutions.

[@HT-Physio]

Great work!

[@maryalgar8779]

YOUR SECOND BOOK: Just learned of your updated/revised book. I just bought your former book from Amazon which I planned on giving to my husband for his birthday coming up soon. Oh well - hopefully the first book is "enough".

[@tajulariffin1975]

Hello Will. Just want to keep you posted... I have been training my core as per suggested for 4 weeks now (and still ongoing)...and I don't have to go for the extreme regime...so long I linked my mind to core muscles and feel the muscles working... Lastly...keep up the good work Will 😊

[@HT-Physio]

Great work, thank you for the update, I'm so pleased you're putting this routine to good use!

[@tajulariffin1975]

@HT-Physio Hi Will..just to add... I'm relating one of your videos "Fix weak knees" (if I'm not mistaken)...you did mention improve the mind muscle (link my mind with the core muscle)...I found it quite interesting and put it on a good use 🙂

[@yolindachong1881]

I like how I can lie down throughout for this core training 😂 Many abdominal core training resulted in shoulder and back pain and puts me off. I felt good completing this entire routine with you. You are indeed a good teacher bcos of your clear instructions and demo. However, I’m not sure when I should inhale and exhale with each move. Thank you Will. Looking forward to more videos where we can exercise together.

[@manombatha8000]

Perfect Thank you. Keep us we 50+ active.

[@conniegreco8409]

So good😊

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@1unsung971]

so wrong!

[@gladystassone2852]

Amazing videos. I’m now on the working the core exercises. Thank you for showing the proper way to doing the exercises.👏🇨🇦

[@HT-Physio]

More than happy to help - keep up the great work!

[@maricarflores4570]

I love the videos and some exercises for sciatica is working for me

[@raybahar1738]

Wow, amazing. And excellent instruction

[@reenierogers7758]

These movememts are fantastic core activators. Thank you!

[@sharoncarson2414]

I really appreciate your commitment to the over 50's, I try every exercise you suggest ,,thank you will ,cheers from australia 🇦🇺

[@JonnyLowFi]

That was tough! 53 year-old truck driver, been practicing qigong for many years, but like to mix things up a bit. I have been adding a couple of your routines since discovering your channel a few weeks ago. I've been following the seated hips and core routine and have added this 10 minute routine for variation. Question: I plan over the next few months to add your Beginner Full Body Strength Workout, and Best Dumbbell Exercises, and the Best Way To Improve Flexibility (NOT Stretching). Do you recommend practicing the Do These 3 Things BEFORE You Exercise routine beforehand? I don't attend a gym or anything like that. Thanks for the posts. This stuff works for me!

[@paulmorales8703]

Wil thank you for your new video for core out for 50+ holder looking for something to do with that for myself. Great video. Keep up the great work.

[@HT-Physio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@paulpizzuto4288]

Thanks so much. Very well the way you showed them.

[@lauriesmith6967]

Thank you for sharing all this information

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@sharmilasaha7265]

Very nice video for core exercises Very helpful Thank you Will for such a nice video

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased they are helpful!

[@wndykayyah]

Thank you Will, very informative. 😊👍

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to help!

[@1unsung971]

And wrong!

[@jandaniel9133]

For many prolapse is an issue. It would be great to get some exercises for this problem. Have ordered your new book. Thank you for your videos.

[@misterwill3625]

His detailed instructions are excellent! I just learned this recently and I wish I had learned it years ago?

[@annaball9097]

thank you--found this when trying to find non-crunch core work. I am almost 58--really appreciate this!

[@HT-Physio]

Very pleased I could be of help!

[@BOOMNERD51]

Great, Will!

[@DanielSmith-fm4fs]

These are amazing though very difficult in the beginning

[@deborahrosefistner6421]

Thank you 😊

[@wandabrady2178]

Enjoyed your video it was so helpful!

[@DeirdreJoy]

So long since I've worked my core - feels really good

[@janisrowland9361]

Hi going the 3 calf exercises I am pleased with them and it really helps my shoulder pain thanks so much will ❤🎉😅❤🎉❤🎉😅

[@ToniDJohns]

Really really HELPFUL !!! Thanks Will !!!

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased it was helpful!

[@monicaa78]

These videos are awesome. Thank you for considering educating the gracefully aging 😂

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you enjoyed the video, I'm so pleased you find them educational!

[@Flowerdalevalley]

Fantastic thanks for this great esdy to follow video

[@DaisyG33]

Ailsa, good luck! I also have a hiatal hernia diagnosis from my gastroenterologist, wherein he described a bit of my stomach had squeezed up above my diaphragm. I used to do classical singing and have been meaning to get back to "squawking" where no one else has to hear to see if that will help restore at least some of the integrity of my diaphragm, but oh how life interferes! Anyway, that kind of singing "from the diaphragm" actually requires a lot of core and leg strength. So anyway, I would check with your gastroenterologist and then maybe touch base with a physical therapist if you feel uncertain about what would be safe and effective for you. Meanwhile, you could look up a few breathing exercises to get yourself started. I have yet to check with a specialist before I take a slow deep breath, hold it for a few seconds, and slowly exhale. 😂

[@melodiewoodard4066]

Thanks for posting, you were very detailed and helped me to know how to do these exercises properly .

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased I was able to help!

[@tammysb7935]

❤Thank you so very much Will, I did this routine yesterday along with you! Love Love the video . Helping older brother after his surgery so not staying as active as I used to? And Im feeling so out of shape. And this and a lot of your other videos are a life saver . Anyways my abdominal area is a bit sore but, a good sore. Do you have any videos on stretching abs legs etc. after workout routines?? Much 💕 Love! Thank you for helpful knowledgeable videos.😍

[@marietjie2995]

I love that it is a video that we can do with you. Follow the video and get the 10min exercise instead of just getting the exercises separately and not knowing how to follow from 1 to another. Now, if you do more of these, I can schedule a 30min exercise by combining different types of 10min exercises...do you catch the hint? Love you❤

[@susanoneil3223]

Awesome!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@tory3625]

Thank you so much for your extremely valuable exercises you so generously share. I am 66 and had a shoulder injury at work a year ago, I have lost a lot of condition over the last 12 months and just want to be fit and well and pain free as I was before. While doing these core exercises I am trying to keep good form, I know my core is activated but I'm tensing my neck, I am keeping it on the pillow but i can feel it straining. Will, how can I make sure I keep my neck relaxed, I think this is an issue with me with different types of exercises not just these core ones.

[@DebbieRuiz-r5u]

Great start to strengthen core!

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you think so!

[@ΕΛΛΗΝΙΔΑΓΙΑΓΙΑ]

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΔΑ ΓΙΑΓΙΑ - ΑΠΟ ΕΛΛΑΔΑ - ΕΝΑ ΜΕΓΑΛΟ ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΩ ! ΚΑΙ ΑΠΕΙΡΗ ΑΓΑΠΗ !

[@monicamilia6262]

So very good I now understand what you mean about your core Thank yet again Will

[@NetflixTopVideos]

Good one, I felt a lot in knees Will! Although form was right, is this a problem? Thank you for your content. 😊

[@AshaSathyaNarayanan]

Simply amazing 👏

[@HT-Physio]

Glad you think so!

[@developonlinesuccess200]

Hi awill I am 84 with several health probs. But I do what I can and love you videos. My granddaughter is getting me your book. Best wishes but we would like some easier exercises please. Anne

[@HT-Physio]

Hi Anne, I'm so pleased to hear you've enjoyed my videos and I hope you enjoy my book too - thank you to your granddaughter for ordering it! I have the following videos with some exercises that may be of interest :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4bFm4trjdqlatE kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3LIemhml9iisMk kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJ69aZ14aLaKjsU kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmnPo5yKntysqdU kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6WziIJop7aln5Y

[@NannyOggins]

9:38. “squidge” almost makes my belly fat sound cute😂. Great exercises, Ive downloaded this one. Thanks, well explained and exercises at a good speed so I can follow along.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you found it helpful and that the format worked for you - wishing you all the best :)

[@karenbyrne8205]

U rock will!

[@CatladyActionFigure]

Big fat thank you 🌞♥️

[@marshamcphee5837]

I have my 6 month appointment with my GP on Tuesday I'll bring up then. I have experienced hard to breath on a number of occassions expecially I need to lay flat for various physical tests.

[@yuenteelee2390]

It is not easy to see the core movement in black color outfits Your instruction s are easy to follow

[@archanabhave5090]

I regularly watch your vidoes, practice few of them sincerely. Find them pretty helpful. How frequently can one practice this particular routine safely?

[@gailtenaglia4398]

I am 72 i gave a trainer at the gym to get me started . He has studied some physio and is a certified strength trainer . He has me doing msny of your exercises . I told him i would rather work on ghe machines, his reply ,thes exercises work more of my joints , that is the reason i find them hard .. the machines do not use as many of my joints . I hope thus is good info.

[@darlenecarman7644]

Great ,lesson thank you. Question, sometimes a see this type of core work done with a neutral spine, what are your thoughts on that?

[@Keith3784]

Great video, easy to follow! I have Diastasis recti and I'm wondering if I should keep on with the core strengthening or can the exercise be modified to work around and improve the condition?

[@daniellebunyan]

Can I use these core exercises with a recovering herniated disk? I really need to rebuild my core and am just wondering. Love your channel, I am subscribed. Thanks for your expertise. 😊

[@anastazjasokoloff3050]

Tank you❤

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome :)

[@Mohammadalbugariahmad]

Hi sir ❤

[@lenus70]

Hi! I’m m 54 . This is the best set for strenght of muscles that sustain the spine? Thanks!

[@martincayzer7656]

I'm trying to get hold of your book in South Africa, any idea's?

[@dougcook6285]

Question do you do all these exercises in one sitting or do you work on one for a while then move to the next exercise. Thanks for the videos

[@Starzpsychics1]

78 yr old woman and walking is a challenge. I can walk just like I want. Was a tennis player and everything worked well. I am trying to build my calves back so I am doing your calf lift. What's the best number of those to start with and work up to? Thanks Natalie 💕

[@trevb464]

Hey Will New subscriber here... Don't know if you have any advice/exercises for helping to relieve tennis elbow? Would love your thoughts on this. Have had a look back through previous content but couldn't see anything. Many thanks Trev 👍

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - thank you for subscribing! I have added your suggestion to my list of future video recommendations - thank you!

[@trevb464]

@@HT-Physio Thanks Will, looking forward to it.👍

[@georgegalyer8224]

Will. I am a 67 year old male. Apart from generally good strength and health. My problem is when I lift my body like in a situp. My stomach rises and looks pointed?? No pain or anything just need some advice on maybe getting it to look more normal.

[@hanslatour]

Hi Will, I’m always cautious doing core-exercises because I have had several inguinal hernia’s and am afraid that core-exercises give a risk to get more. Are the exercises in this video (rather) safe?