I can’t believe you did this post and particularly showed the painful errors of hurdlers stretch since I do that as soon as I wake up and almost always , though it feels wonderful in the position since I’m hyper flexible , my hip joint will be painful when walking for hours after. I hadn’t realized why my position was doing that so I’m super thankful you explained the WHY and how to do it properly for my body! Thanks so much! I am learning a great deal from you and so happy I found your vlogs! My family, friends and I enjoy everything you post!
@poolmilethirty285910 ай бұрын
I agree. In yoga class, they have you do this not realizing that it's not for everyone
@magdal0110 ай бұрын
THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I aht up such arougm each time amazed: WHO are the parents that b beautiful human like you! A young man caring about 50+ - it is so healing for the heart❣
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate them (and I'm sure my parents will too)! I'm just pleased I can be of help!
@carolinennjoroge80659 ай бұрын
The same question I nomaly ask myself 🙏🙏🙏
@joblackwell63299 ай бұрын
Have been watching your videos for couple of weeks now. Had an unforeseen stroke last May resulting in loss of mobility. Have been working on recovery ever since. I can't praise what you're doing highly enough. Has helped me improve my balance and mobility above other physiotherapy I've had. Thank you so much 😊
@donnalewis6169 ай бұрын
Super useful, esp for this 68 year old. I knew about the hazards of 2 of these but not the alternatives. Also, I always sensed while doing the standing split stretch that it was dangerous, and now I know why. After viewing this and another about the bridge, I feel like I somehow dodged a bullet all these years, and now I know what to do to prevent injury. Thank you so much!
@HT-Physio8 ай бұрын
So pleased my videos were able to offer you helpful guidance on what to avoid to keep yourself safe!
@biplabroychowdhury-c6w2 ай бұрын
I have got prolapsed disc and though I walk 5 , 6 km a day I am afraid of doing the stretches Can you suggest a few exercises for me?.
@biplabroychowdhury-c6w2 ай бұрын
I am 59 years old
@jons7873310 ай бұрын
I’m 62 years old and am doing all of the worst stretches and am more flexible than I have ever been. I actually do the split stretch and touch my forehead on a towel on the floor. I am also an avid cyclist and rock climber. I have not had a serious injury in years. I am assuming that your advice is for those who are not very active or active to a lesser degree. I enjoyed your presentation. Thanks for the advice.
@lucylu410210 ай бұрын
Very helpful advise. 👍🏻 For years I was doing the double ham string stretch, leaning forward & holding onto my toes. I learnt this move doing Bikram yoga, but you’ve just made me realise that that is what is aggravating my sciatic nerve, which has troubled me for a long time. Also used to do the quad stretch, incorrectly it seems & it would aggravate my one ankle very badly. Now I know how to do it correctly. This is an excellent video . Thank you so much.
@NaturalHealthHub410 ай бұрын
Great to hear you are now using the correct technique.
@karynstouffer356210 ай бұрын
The last time I did the double quad stretch, I hyper flexed my knee! I can't even describe that pain. Thankfully, I had a great chiropractor at the time, and she helped get my knee back to health. I sorely miss her. She was gentle, understood limits, and asked before doing any manipulation that you weren't familiar with. Best of all, she never tried to conflate her abilities.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
She sounds like a great support system, very attentive to your individual needs and very professional - I'm pleased you were able to experience such a great helper at the time!
@mariebarnes41610 ай бұрын
I’m so glad that I found your videos. Your information is so valuable to folks over 50.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
So pleased I can be of help!
@mariaavery121210 ай бұрын
I agree with you as to the 2nd stretch. The alternative is so much better. This stretch can also be serious for anyone younger. Thank you for sharing.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I agree - it's best for everyone to avoid it to save accidents from happening!
@elainepascale2010 ай бұрын
I love your video exercises. I do have an issue with my neck getting strained when I perform exercises for my shoulders. What tips do you have?
@NaturalHealthHub410 ай бұрын
Agreed
@teresazambrano227410 ай бұрын
So... people over 50+ should NOT do these excercise, please confirm 😅
@magdal0110 ай бұрын
Would be great if instead (additionally) of book you would make THE SAME video content that we could also buy! It is much better instead of reading to do with you (per video) together !
@mariaavery121210 ай бұрын
Elaine, I use 2 or 4 lbs bar bells. I have watch Will for months and he has some wonderful videos including shoulders. I have exercised for years and I am not a professional; utilize Will Harlow's videos, I do regularly and have benefited from them. Take care and stick to it. ❤❤
@newyorkcityjazz110 ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the sitting and reaching alternative stretch! Such an improvement.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm so pleased you found it helpful!
@JJ4851C10 ай бұрын
I have watched your videos for awhile. The info is so valuable. I'm 73 and live in USA. You explain it so well. God bless you Thank you
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching my videos, I really appreciate it! Sending best wishes to you in the USA!
@luciehsuen89819 ай бұрын
Thanks for explaining why certain stretches are not appropriate for 50+. Yes, having alternatives help. The ones you shown are age appropriate. 👍
@fleurflower159810 ай бұрын
Always good to find better safer & more comfortable alternatives. Thank you
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Absolutely - it's always best to protect yourself!
@HEisWorthy-4C6 ай бұрын
Will, thanks for sharing your expertise & helping us stay safe while trying to keep these bodies moving. You are the best!!
@HT-Physio6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! It's my pleasure to be able to share my work with others!
@HEisWorthy-4C4 ай бұрын
@@HT-Physio Just hope you know its not taken for granted. So many out there that benefit from your sacrifice & expertise.
@clivebasson783110 ай бұрын
Your exercises and your explanations are engaging and very helpful. Thank you Will
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much I'm pleased that they can be of help!
@bethreiners556810 ай бұрын
Good thing I watched this. I was doing 3 out of 4 the wrong way. Thanks!
@lailamcdaniels710510 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for explaining the alternatives. I really appreciate all you do and have suggested your videos to several of my friends.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing my work your support means a lot! I'm glad that the alternatives can be of better use! Wishing you all the best :)
@bettyfoster85210 ай бұрын
Will, thank you for advising how to walk properly using the leg that is in back using it to move the body forward which gives me more strength and more control when walking. Thanks!
@AGabriellbliss7 ай бұрын
Your exercises are btilliant! I am almost 50 y/o and when I practice yoga I have found the very same problems that you mention. My joints in general are not so flexible thus I stopped doing those particular movements I will apply there variations though! It is so refreshing that you don't talk bad about other techniques yet rather illustrate where is the issue and a possible alternative Thank you !✨️
@noziphomngoma46910 ай бұрын
Thanks for corrections ive been doing these wrongs my body so stiff and painful
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm sorry to hear you've been in pain - hopefully the alternatives will offer some relief that won't cause discomfort!
@choosehope872910 ай бұрын
Love the “work smarter” approach
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Absolutely!
@NaturalHealthHub410 ай бұрын
I definitely agree with the hip flexor stretch. Maintaining a neutral position and then tilting the pelvis upwards, often gets a more targeted stretch, without overloading the hip joint.
@ranaujahid852910 ай бұрын
I hyperextended my right knee while exercising , it’s almost five months and I have not been able to walk right , thank you will ❤
@dorischoo8 ай бұрын
Thank you. I have been doing the double hamstring, straight legs sitting down, bending forward, truly did not help with my sciatica muscle.
@spacelemur795510 ай бұрын
These are very sensible alternatives to those stretches I already abandoned years ago as unsafe!
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm glad you've steered clear of them!
@Grunfeld10 ай бұрын
Thanks for video. Book looks great, haven't got room for a physical book but would buy a copy if in e-book format! (Fingers crossed.)
@suerolfe945110 ай бұрын
Hi, in your book, do you also explain about these stretches over 50’s shouldn’t do ?
@kathrynflannery28896 ай бұрын
Thank you for this . I have been doing a "new to running" programme (I am 53) and have been following warm-up and warm-down stretches on the app but I find that many just don't quite feel right. I'm relieved there are effective alternatives.
@Hamal00710 ай бұрын
Thanks Will. I have found the alternatives so much better. I’ve realised that I may have injured my left labrum by overstretching my left hip doing the hurdlers stretch a few months ago ! I really love your explanations & instructions that are so clear. 👍👍😃😃
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm sorry to hear about your injury! I'm so pleased my video can be of help and I hope these alternatives are beneficial :)
@georgeblackley602810 ай бұрын
Im 71 and do all the worst stretches you mention and have not noticed any issues.
@annashiegl9 ай бұрын
He does mention at the start that if you're happy doing them, and it causes no issues, carry on, but for a lot of us, myself included, they cause pain, and I didn't realise it was because of the way I do some of these stretches, it all makes sense 😊
@kestrelwings4 ай бұрын
The nice thing about 30 seconds is that you can either add or subtract 30 to figure out when to stop. If you start your stretch at the 50 second mark, then you can stop at 20 seconds. If you start at 10 seconds, add 30 to get 40 and stop at the 40 second mark.
@dmccabe187010 ай бұрын
I love your channel. Would you consider doing exercises for scoliosis?
@SnartNik10 ай бұрын
PLEASE DO!
@DarylKent-z8m8 ай бұрын
Thanks Will, as always very insightful. As a man knocking 60, always take your advise onboard and has helped heaps. Keep up the good work.
@HT-Physio8 ай бұрын
So pleased my videos have been able to offer some practical and beneficial advice!
@trishwest180910 ай бұрын
Thank you for this informative video.
@francesstager99710 ай бұрын
Thanks, Will! I have been doing the Sit and Reach for SO long-- it is a habit! I agree that it is time to change it up a bit!
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
It's always good to mix up our routines - especially with safer alternatives!
@beverleycumming187610 ай бұрын
65…discovered some of these but wow…alternative stretching is brilliant…I spend as much time on yoga and stretching as i do on walking…love your channel
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm so pleased I can be of help, thank you for watching my videos I really appreciate it!
@dianastewart855010 ай бұрын
I have just found your channel, really good, straight forward advice, from an occupational therapist who works with physios
@thow583610 ай бұрын
Will, isn't it bad to stretch one's knee by sitting & twisting ones' legs/body in that familiar yoga "pose"? I believe this is how I tore my meniscus, though there was no indication/pain/pop at the time. I've been told yoga instructors routinely tear up their knees. Perhaps you might do a vid on which yoga poses to avoid. ❓ TIA!
@kantapunwanibali547710 ай бұрын
Thank you Will.🙏🏼 My quads are very tight so I needed an alternate exercise to stretch them safely.
Am laughing at myself… I’m 53 and have been doing 1,2,4 stretches for the last 2 years before my gym workout… I feel comfortable doing them but am thinking now if I should reconsider
@lanakirkby810923 күн бұрын
53 is not old, I’m 78 and still doing heavy work, aquafit, hikes etc. motion is lotion, our bodies are made to use
@da48023 күн бұрын
@ that wasn't a point of my post. I was asking a specific question with regards to the video
@jenniferalbrecht510110 ай бұрын
You rock! Thank you.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@poolmilethirty285910 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, coach. You give excellent tips and alternatives to add to my workouts. All I need is to lose the 30 lbs I gained after the accident I had.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
I'm sorry to hear about your accident - I'm wishing you all the best in your recovery and keep up the great work!
@joseenoel809310 ай бұрын
I'm very flexible but have cooled it as to not just keep on stretching, elongating and weakening my ligaments!
@dorischoo8 ай бұрын
Excellent tips on what to 🙏avoid, and thank you for the alternatives. 👍
@HT-Physio8 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@natalielefebvre16287 ай бұрын
Tank u so much iise to all that strech now i will change differently
@marzymarrz517210 ай бұрын
a long time ago I strained the ilio tsoas muscle, which may or may not be spelled that way, and I hope to never do that again. I seem to recall it took months to calm that down.
@louiserees167610 ай бұрын
Very useful tips. Thank you. I was doing a couple of the stretches you don't advise. The alternatives look a lot safer.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Glad I could offer some alternatives - wishing you all the best!
@bethsolomon189510 ай бұрын
Will, you mentioned about some stretches are not good for people with sciatica. Are there any exercises that help with sciatic pain that you can recommend? By the way I’m finding your videos so helpful and I do thank you for taking the trouble to show us all these good things
@AyaanHuruuse-d7w10 ай бұрын
I'm going to try for now on insha Allah
@jayneteal-jeffery62839 ай бұрын
Excellent recommendations. Thank you!
@apvergis10 ай бұрын
Really great. Learnt something new. Thanks
@chrisczarnik34392 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you very much Will, I know what stretches to avoid now.👍🇬🇧👍 from Australia 🇦🇺
@mamtashrivastava80246 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot for correcting us, all your wishes are awesome
@carolinejohn453710 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Will, you are a star ⭐👍
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Always happy to help!
@TnOrchidguy10 ай бұрын
Thank you, Mr. Will, thank you.
@nicolegizzi878610 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Will. Very useful as usual. Greetings from Nicole ❤❤❤❤
@jayachitraparadkar672410 ай бұрын
Could you show us some exercises for insertional Achilles tendinitis. Thank you
@phido923510 ай бұрын
I always followed your technique Will, it helps Thanks ❤️
@zonderbaar10 ай бұрын
Thank You so much for your care ! 😊
@silverfox573210 ай бұрын
Like all the other viewers said learning the correct and safer way to strengthen our bodies is so ,so very helpful 😀 I will definitely watch this video again and again to remind to to do my starch the correct way to feel better. ❤❤❤
@loveyou4e124 ай бұрын
Thank you and thank you 🙏🙏🙏 I learn so much from you 🐬✨ ❣️I have a deep tear in the labrum and I really continued to do exercises that deepen it 🙀 I have a request, could you explain what is forbidden and what is allowed and what should be strengthened regarding the shoulders in the situation of a complete tear in the SS?
@normasarsby135010 ай бұрын
Absolutely sound advice . I can vouch for it
@emarcoscr10 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@cecylagomarsino1610 ай бұрын
This was very useful! I’m very flexible, just turned 69, practiced yoga for a long time, but after being diagnosed with a herniated disc last year have had to modify my routines. Regarding quad stretches, how safe is it to do them standing? And if they are, is there anything else I should watch out for when doing them? I swim three times a week so I usually do them in the pool.
@mollyfranco910410 ай бұрын
Thanks for your advice
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
You're very welcome
@HeavenlyLights10 ай бұрын
Ha… #2 the ballet stretch. Yes.❤ fabulous stretch.
@donnadwarika637010 ай бұрын
YOU ARE ALWAYS HELPFUL WILL THANK YOU SO MUCH😂.
@ginakapuscinski969813 күн бұрын
Again, THANK YOU !!! I wonder….is your book available in audio….? Your video input has been a game changer for me ! I am most grateful.
@carolinennjoroge80659 ай бұрын
Love 🧡 from Nairobi,but leaves in Sandgate Kent
@trzynastywojownik10 ай бұрын
What about quad stretch while standing on one leg? Saw many runners doing that
@googoo5549 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Will
@alejandrocedres166210 ай бұрын
Thank you
@ellie69810 ай бұрын
Can't wait to try that quad stretch. Thanks 👍🏼
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Wishing you all the best!
@lisbethsalander1723Ай бұрын
Thank you! I was looking for a safer quad stretch with my painful knee. Is bridge bad too?
@Float4Fun10 ай бұрын
Very helpful!!
@joseldvega665910 ай бұрын
Thank You, brilliant advice ! 😅
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ronniemead8053 ай бұрын
Very useful video. Thanks a million.
@husbandofcrazylady472810 ай бұрын
Thanks for the seated hamstring stretch. It's an easy and natural position. In addition, it's easier to get benefit from compared to the sit and reach, in which, at 19 by the way, I was able to touch my knees with my forehead!
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
You're welcome I'm glad it offers a good alternative! It's good to protect the flexibility you've got!
@emilympiti513110 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
You're more than welcome!
@karengreen419910 ай бұрын
Very useful slternatives
@Melia-7710 ай бұрын
As ever thank you.
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@Astro78196Ай бұрын
Could you please do a session on how to use a treadmill safely in terms of posture and movement?
@jd880809 күн бұрын
Very useful. Thank you!
@stha754810 ай бұрын
Haha, I am guilty of 2, and never knew it ! Thanks! :)
@carmenross10775 ай бұрын
My goodness thanks mr. Will I actually just did that no no hi stretch cause I didn’t know. Now I know thanks for the information
@hb429910 ай бұрын
What about deadlifts for us older seniors? I find that a full stretch towards my toes puts a strain on my back. Any good alternatives please?
@RosieRosepeddle10 ай бұрын
I use to sit on the floor legs straight with toes to the ceiling. I would then bring legs out to the sides. If I didn't feel the stretch I would then lean forward with my back straight. Is that good or bad for over 50?
@steveninsinna174310 ай бұрын
Great stuff!
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@loganmedia114210 ай бұрын
What about stretching the quad while standing on one leg and pulling the other leg up behind? That's how I've always done it. Even when young that split stretch can result in injury.
@veronicahammond55509 ай бұрын
I think you are excellent! 😊
@HT-Physio9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@dotrossi663110 ай бұрын
Brilliant advice once again Will. As u said a few times "for most ppl"......that last stretch looks ridiculous😂, take care Will, well done on ur posts😉🙏
@rebeccar103610 ай бұрын
I do #1 to stretch hips and psoas …. Is there an alternative to safely stretch the psoas? Many I see online are somewhat complicated. I double check with my PT on things I see online but am always looking for smarter ways to stay strong
@HT-Physio10 ай бұрын
Hi there - I have the following videos on the hips and the psoas muscle which may be of interest! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKSmomxuqatqn9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5Olkmp8qbCLb8U kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6mkfn6tm6ean68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKCteWmEoq6eo80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIasYad9hb55oc0
@rebeccar103610 ай бұрын
@@HT-Physio Perfect, thank you so very much for replying 🙂
@billbillards56910 ай бұрын
They have a machine available now to do the split stretch while you are sitting. It's an MMA stretch machine.
@MyRackley10 ай бұрын
Tommy Cooper joke: 'I went to the doctor. I said: "It hurts when I do this . . . . " He said: "Well don't do it then!". 🤣
@annashiegl9 ай бұрын
😅😅
@gracebs4500Ай бұрын
Do you think is good to start practicing Yoga for an overweight woman over 50?
@sinkintostillnessАй бұрын
Start with a chair based practice - don't be fooled though, it will be a full body workout!
@tjdevon009210 ай бұрын
Really interesting, all those stretches are part of our over 50s yoga class 😬 I can do them and have no issues but many ladies can't.
@rebeccar103610 ай бұрын
Same, especially the forward fold. But I make sure to bend at the hips with a straight back.