Best Resistance Band Exercises for Strength (for 50+)

[@NirmalaU-s9t]

Thankyou for sharing .About fifteen days back I couldn't lift my legs with sandals on.But after following your videos my knee pain and weak legs have lessened.I can walk straight with less pain.As soon as I became 60 years ,all the aches and pains started and I became very depressed because I was a very independent person.I was a school teacher and also I used to do alot of walking.And in my country I have never seen seniors do exercises.So it never occured to me that exercises could help me.But when I saw your videos especially made for seniors,I started doing them, and I now understand why there are so many gyms and the benifits one get from doing exercises.Thankyou for taking so much trouble to make viewers aware of the benifits of doing exercises .Im watching your video from SriLanka.May the blessings of Lord Buddha,the dhamma,and sangha give you a long and healthy life.🎉💐🌹

[@dianetufts1667]

My brief experience has been with the video channel and email tips, and I am finding both very useful. I originally searched online for resources for people over 50 new to working with resistance bands after my sons encourage both me and my husband to try them and gave us some introductory instruction, and this is the most helpful resource I have found. I have also pre-ordered the latest edition of the book from Amazon. The videos are more clear and thorough than others I have seen, and the tips are making me want to learn more about how my husband and I can better take care of ourselves in this new stage of our lives.

[@DonRoebuck]

Will, are you psychic? I just retrieved my set of strength bands languishing in a cupboard. I bought them about 6 years ago and wasn't really sure what to do with them. This is great! Please do more when you can...a strength band series would be a big hit with me and I'm sure many others!

[@janinestarch4499]

Sames!

[@AlphaGeekgirl]

Just bought a set on a whim today!.. and then this video popped up. Good timing.

[@HT-Physio]

Great minds think alike! I'll definitely take this on board when planning my next videos, have a great day

[@jjsifo1]

There are many videos regarding bands, I am 70 and never get bored with these. The ones on this video are excellent ,will stick to this channel for a while.

[@jeansavoy6046]

Thanks, just what I was looking for!

[@GeoffreyThomas-v2g]

I have been suffering from emotional and physical depression since the sudden passing of my wife. These exercises have proved a tonic for me lifting my mood and making me feel more supple stronger and good posture making me look and feel less than my eighty years. Thanks Will.

[@kbuzbee]

🙏 for you!

[@AuntyShaPray]

Bless you keep it up ❤

[@______________0o0]

Sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself, and you will live healthier and happier lives. May God bless you, sir. ˗ˏˋ 🤜🤛ˎˊ˗

[@wren1114]

This is so helpful. Thank you!💛

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@Sarah33Kaufman]

Excellent

[@Sarah33Kaufman]

On the first exercise he said you shouldn’t be leaning back when you’re standing up but when I look at him from the side he is leaning back. So should we lean back or not?

[@ankurnautiyal9519]

Its called standing erect...when u r engaging ur chest front ur back always get the curve backwards 😅

[@lindagardiner6661]

Thankyou Will. I appreciate all of your videos. They’re very informative. 😊👍

[@danes2747]

I very much enjoy and benefit from your videos. Please do more resistance band demonstrations - compound movements and core exercises. Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm glad you enjoy the videos and I'll definitely take this feedback on board when planning my next videos

[@markpaul1958]

At 65 I've given up on building visible muscle and focus on strength! I think I will be more at ease doing these 5 exercises regularly and am sonfident it will be useful. Starting with just 3 sets of between 3 and 5 reps and hope to get to 10 by the end of this month,

[@neilmason158]

June 2023 I suffered a stroke which meant I could not access the gym. Got my some bands and not looked back.

[@sherendipity1]

I had the same experience as someone else here. As soon as I received my first resistance bands I see you on KZbin! Makes a lot of sense not to be trying to act like I'm 30 and hurt myself!

[@veronicamelero7814]

Hi really enjoy your videos thank you but could you please show some exercise using a resistance band for tight glutes & hips

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your comment - I will take this on board when planning my future videos

[@bridgetplunkett7630]

Yes for me too please.

[@pauli2169]

Brilliant videos and exercises for people over fifty, this is where I come for information as everything is brilliantly explained and this guy knows his stuff. One thing that people get wrong is not keeping shoulders back when doing these exercises, it’s really important. I am 64 and this site has helped me improve my mobility and strength. I even showed my mum and dad who are 84 & 88 and they are doing some of the easy exercises to improve mobility in their knees, ankles and shoulders. Keep up the good work.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words and thank you for sharing my work, I'm pleased that they have also found it useful! I'm so pleased to hear my videos have been able to help you with your mobility and strength, that is great to hear!

[@domkilburn3896]

Hi Will - any advice on which resistance band? ie light or medium etc. Many thanks

[@carlosmarks-pereira7681]

Thank you, I've got my 87 year old mum following your every word. Its really good even for younger folks.

[@mariewebb479]

Just found your video and may I say it is absolutely brilliant! Every aspect of it was awesome…your voice, how thoroughly you explained each exercise…I’m a 70 years young woman and your video was so encouraging so I’m starting tomorrow and planning to do them 3 times/week. I am a breast cancer survivor and unfortunately have had serious health issues since treatment. I really needed this video today, thank you!

[@feelyourexistence]

God Bless You 🙏🙏

[@feelyourexistence]

God Bless You🙏🙏

[@johnrai589]

It's good to see a band exercise doing at home. Please have more band exercises for full body muscles. Thank you.

[@janarleth9811]

I completed the routine and really enjoyed. I still get up off the floor every day and stretch my thoracic spine on the foam roller after viewing your video several months ago. Invaluable PT advice! Thank you I bought your book and I appreciate how organized it is. Great quick reference guide!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm thrilled to hear my advice has helped! Thank you so much for your support and I'm glad you've benefitted from the book - have a great day!

[@BangTaoBeach]

These are overall great exercises. Do them slowly and with good form and you will really feel it. I like using the 50lb. band and do 3 sets of 15 for each exercise. I feel great.

[@bradleyanderson247]

These look really useful. I'm just shy of 70 and had lumbar fusion surgery about 14 months ago. After PT I started doing one-on-one pilates sessions 1-2 times per week. It's been transformative. Have very little back pain and I can tell the pilates sessions are creating a system that supports rather than relies on my back. These all look like they would be great complimentary exercises. Thanks.

[@ingridbashor9975]

Thanks again for your efficient training. You made my day 💪🏻

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your comment - have a great day!

[@mj-cd9lk]

This was absolutely brilliant mate. I’ve recently turned 50 and although I’ve done exercise since my 20s, I’ve slowly realised I need to be a little gentler with myself as I’ve got older. I still think I’m 20 😂 mind most definitely is but the body definitely isn’t as strong or agile. I bought some resistant bands a few weeks back to include along with my daily hiking or cycling. I did a few and ended up doing my shoulder in, sore for a few days. I think I jumped straight in. Im absolutely going to be using these. You’re a star mate so thank you very much 😊

[@walterbryan7750]

Glad I found this, been trying to come up with some consistent exercises for my new bands. Thanks

[@lesleycrane7474]

Hi Will. On the 2nd exercise- the band press I’m on the lightest band and cannot push my arms all the way out. Is it because of a weak core and do I just go out as far as I can and will eventually be able to push out all the way? Thanks!

[@teresamcdine879]

Hi will thank you for the brilliant exercises you show I,ve never liked exercise but have found by doing a lot of strengthening and stretching exercises you show , my body is aching less so thanks again will recommend to friends and family 😊

[@HT-Physio]

So glad to hear my videos are helping you - have the best day!

[@melanieharris5595]

Where can I purchase these bands?

[@malcolmhowe9861]

Hi Will, thanks for you book an your videos. I'm a 74 year old guy who lives in New York City. Covid threw me for a loop . That and a couple of years have left me with a lot less muscle mass I'm just starting your resistance band Exs. and wonder if its really too late. BUT...If it just stops or slows any further loss I'll be Happy.. Keep up the good work Will. Thanks again. Mal Howe

[@HT-Physio]

You're very welcome!

[@belindalow7314]

Can I use bands with a wider width that do not have the handles ?

[@margaretcrosby4732]

Just the exercises I've been looking for goes too quickly, thankyou for them.

[@observer466]

1:15 Banded deadlift Dead lift without weights 4 10 Band press Core and shoulders (and deltoids) 10 to 20 reps - 3 sets 6 58 Front and lateral raise Shoulders - do not need much resistance - 10 to 15 reps 8 25 Banded bent over row Upper back - pulling exercise 9 55 Curl and overhead press Biceps, triceps and shoulders Lower resistance needed

[@durians6]

I am 73 and have a weak right leg because of stroke which I suffered in 2020. I just discovered your website a few days ago. I have been a big fan of Will Harlow since day one! I also share your invaluable videos with my friends. You have given invaluable tips and guidance for improving the health of the elderly . Will, you are godsend and a real life angel to us all (those above 50)

[@quavonhall7050]

Hello sir. Have the resistant bands working for you so far?

[@bridgetplunkett7630]

Thanks for this Will. Like some others I'm going now to dust off my resistance bands which I bought last year and never used. I'm also reading your book which is a great help. Happy New year.

[@locoocho2415]

Name of the band? The strength level of the band?

[@davidboyd374]

I'm 80 started using bands about 6 years ago. Mainly because I can use them anywhere anytime got about 3 full sets of them and just ordered a new set Funny 2 days ago I went to use the biggest strongest band . I wrap it around any post and pull on it whilst doing squats. It SNAPPED. I went right on my ass lucky I was in a park and didn't have anything behind me. I'm now doing 3 sets of 40 squats using this method I find it the quickest way to fatigue me,get my heart rate up and overall body exercises and a sweat on ! I can also do isometric exercises with them. The moral of the story ,check your bands. Mine looked and felt ok. But it obviously wasn't When I'm out for a walk. Or anyplace. My bands are with me🙂 Brilliant 👍👍👍

[@carolynzahn1376]

that had to hurt… I hope it’s ok to suggest the bands I use they are called Arena Strength. Please check them out….

[@wardieleppan8443]

Love your videos. just wondering with these exercises am I right in assuming e should not. Do them daily but rather every second day?

[@AlphaGeekgirl]

It depends on which band you use. If you use the easy bands that is the stretchiest ones, you can do them every day, because there’s not that much resistance. but if you use the thicker more resistive bands, you should do them every second or third day. Just like weightlifting

[@ernestreid9296]

Thank you. Inspiration to get my bands out again. Maybe I can get some strength back in my spastic muscles.

[@RealThunderberg]

Thank you very much for making this information available by posting this video. I really got a lot out of it and I am looking forward to giving these a go. Peace & God bless.

[@vineetmidha]

Since I am 50+, I have been watching your videos with great interest. Excellent quality content. This video is also a great one. Just one query: Can you pls recommend some resistance bands? There are many types of bands available online. Confused which one to get. Pls advise. Thanks.

[@mamtavarma]

Which color band should be used.plz give details

[@dannyboyd9462]

Yellow. Extra Light 10 Pounds Blue. Light 20 Pounds Green. Medium 30 Pounds Black. Heavy 40 Pounds Red. Extra Heavy 50 Pounds These Have Changed My Fitness Lifestyle 4 The Better. I Hope This Helps U And Others Greatly.

[@asharani9075]

That is amazing, simple yet effective exercises you had shown doc. Is there any exercise for the condition, “Sacroiliac sclerosis”(very mild stage). Thanks and love from India

[@anitatham2679]

Hello Will, thanks for sharing the "Best Resistance Band Exercises for Strength" , may I know how many kg of resistance band you would recommend?

[@sherrygamble6950]

At 77 I am back to resistance bands and this was a great intro (again) for me. Thanks!

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased to hear it helped you get back into it!

[@NirmalaU-s9t]

Doctor,is an ankle weight useful to do with the exercises you show?Could you please show exercises using it? Thankyou .🎉💐🌹

[@dr.amitabhamukherjee3601]

Will, what is the recommended band tension for beginners, especially those over sixty? 10 kilos? I guess the yellow one in this video has a higher resistance?

[@billgonzales888]

Hello, just found your video very informative, what is the best chess exercises for people who are50 ? Ty keep up the great content

[@AlanHunter-o9b]

Great video Will, I'm new to resistance bands and about to buy some. Do you have a guide to how long the yellow band is please, thanks.

[@eddkennedy6458]

Thank you , i am 62 yr old male i have just ordered a set of these bands from amazon and subscribed to your channel going to do these resistance exercises.

[@MashaK99]

Anyone know how to choose the right length of the bands so they work with these exercises? I'm 5'4". Thank you!

[@akaCamo]

I’ve no idea if any manufacturers make these type of bands in lengths for short or tall people but I suspect not. If the bands are too long then you will need to take a wider stance (feet further apart) to shorten the band or put more of the band under your feet as demonstrated in the first exercise. A suggestion in another manufacturer's video regarding shorter people is to wrap the band once around one of your feet.

[@michaelrichie5]

Will Harlow good tapes! Please tell the audience that the resistance tunes come in different resistance strengths from light to heavy.

[@czeital]

great video although I get a bit confused by the best workout, best strength , best muscle wkout etc although clearly there is some cross over

[@bobredmond5066]

Will. Many thanks for your exercises. Am 84 and find your videos so helpful. I got your book from Amazon and it also is excellent.

[@Claribel42]

I have a resistance band and it’s feel too short for this exercises you showing. How long is the band you using ?

[@dhirendragupta9360]

Hi! Kindly suggest few exercises to recover from femur neck surgery. I m 42 years old

[@margaretlouis5172]

Thank you for showing how it is possible to use the band in a way that provides muscular training without the weights!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your comment, you're more than welcome!

[@lorrainegrobbelaar1913]

£20 in South Africa is quite expensive but I guess a set is worthwhile having if you need to stay fit as you grow older. I'm 68 and walk a lot but I quite like seeing what carrying 2 shopping bags is doing for my arm muscles. Thanks

[@StefaniaHorning]

What a great routine, not too many exercises, perfect 😊

[@eddiehudson2000]

Thank-you I just had back surgery in August and I have trouble standing. I think your back stretch exercise looks like what I need. I am going to go through your other videos and look for Foot drop exercise. My left foot will not raise off the floor.

[@dushyantjoshi4610]

Thanks for this very useful video. I am 57, loosing the muscles strength. I was searching for such video for muscle strengthening. Please keep posted more such videos for exercises with resistance band for 50+.

[@brenda6162]

Greetings from Brazil!😊 I am 69 yo and have practiced Pilates' exercises for 6 months this year. But, as I have shoulder arthrosis, I had an inflammation after exercising pulling the rope and circling the arms down open. I can't do those circular moves with the shoulders. The others I do with the mini-bands at home. What could be good to strength the muscles of the arms?

[@razia6046]

Thanks a lot. I need a bit of help though. After doing all of these my arms feel more sore because of all the pulling and the next day I had some pain in my elbow joints. Should I go lower even if my muscle can handle it? Thanks again.

[@xyzct]

Buy a bottle of liquid silicon, and wipe down your bands every so often. It helps them from drying out and cracking. Bodylastics is the brand of bands that I've used for years.

[@englelisa45]

Do you think it's wise to do that first one with spinal stenosis 4 slip disc with disc space narrowing ?

[@royaharirforoush68]

Dear Will,good morning.Happy new year to you and your family.İ learn a lot from your videos,they are very useful and motivating.İ am from iran .İ would be grateful if put some TRX exercises for seniors.wish you all the best❤

[@Eve34534]

I’m under 50 but wanted to start from a basics. Got a light band but hardly can get it past my stomach and only 5ft 3. Guess I’m very weak.

[@robertjohnston8876]

Great video. Just got your book, and enjoying it. Also…can’t wait for my next visit to Britain. Love it over there. Were it not for my grandchildren and a new relationship, i would have retired there. Best wishes 👍🇨🇦

[@DBX277]

Very well explained and with a variety of band strengths can, hopefully, improve strength overtime after establish a solid starting point! Thank you!!

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to be of help!

[@linda7276]

Great videos for strength , mobility and reduce chance of injury. I was wondering if you could do biceps and tricep strength for over 50 . Thank you !

[@alkadube9708]

Hey will, yesterday i bought resistant bands nd i was searching on youtube, and i saw notification of your channel. I amazed. Thanku so much

[@AEM060357]

Cheers Will. I’m 67 and exercise regularly running tkd gym etc always looking for new routines and love this resistance band routine

[@peterazlac1739]

The speed of each action is more important than repetitions. Muscle development requires the muscle to be kept under tension. The band should be strong enough and the speed lower enough so that you cannot do more than five reps.

[@clev1729]

Where did you get your resistance bands from?…What brand is it?…

[@davidyerks-young1764]

2 questions. 1. Do you recommend a certain brand of resistance band? 2. Do you have a DVD set of your exercises?

[@vkman34]

At 1:40 to make the bands shorter instead of standing on them, you can wrap the band around each shoe. Also a tip to keep your back straight is, at the top of the lift, push your bottom out backwards before lowering yourself down. This is a brilliant set of exercises and I use them as the basis of my strength workout.

[@johnsmith5354]

Hi Thanks so much for the videos, they are so helpful. Do you have any thoughts on the pilates reformer for strength training?

[@sextustullius]

Dear Will A friend in his 80s has been given, for his quads 1) stand-up exercises from a chair with arms out and 2) step-up and downs on one leg at a time. Do you have a video on these and/or additional exercises? With thanks for your excellent help. Ken

[@sextustullius]

Good day again Will Have you managed to read the message about my friend? Is there already something about this ?

[@Rob-nw5rz]

Look up Bob & Brad which covers what you are looking for

[@WTSPC]

Great exercises especially as a few I haven’t seen before. Do you do a vid using kettlebells?

[@SJudah-th9ll]

Excellent exercises! Thank you...🌸🦋🌈

[@99bogatyrs99]

Love your videos. I wish that you had a print out of the exercises. That way I can take them into the room I exercise in for reference.

[@mnlow5900]

Thank you. In the second last exercise, could you please show how you position the band below your feet?

[@humor62]

Fantastic tips, I'm saving your video for my workout with my bands! Thank you so much!

[@4706lisa]

Excited to incorporate these exercises into my water aerobics class w/ my resistance bands this morning! Thank you 🙂

[@inezbaker3559]

Thanks so much for sharing, I'll use my band more often ❤😊

[@HT-Physio]

You're very welcome

[@chqshaitan1]

Great videos bud, just one question regarding the chest press, is it right to lock out your arms?

[@katebux1329]

Thank you for the videos. Could you recommend some bands like the ones you are using.

[@slloo7692]

Thanks for showing us what to do with exercise bands.

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome

[@gmsmolen]

looking for a similar resistance band exercise from you that is for lower body and core.

[@rolandlickert2904]

Luckily, I bought the Resistance Band yesterday and today (I'm a subscriber) I saw your Vidio, which is very helpful. Thank you Will and I will start tomorrow with the exercise. As I have followed you for 6 months I have built up my muscle. As I mentioned in another clip before your Book is on the way to my home in Bali.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm pleased my video came at the right time for you! I hope you get to put your bands to good use. It's fantastic to hear you've made such progress by following my videos, keep up the excellent work! I hope you find my book full of even more useful content too :)

[@WayfaringStranger56]

Excellent video- can't wait to make it a new routine. Thanks Will!

[@sandramaiden5513]

Thanks for a great video. 50 and over club needs this simple yet effective.

[@blinkspacestudio8892]

The last one would be really good with a squat put in there too.

[@ragnarb100]

Curl, twist, and press😂 I can’t wait to do this.

[@pattiday3708]

What weight are you lifting at 3:13 in the video? How do we know how much weight we are lifting?

[@TyrellPope-c9h]

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[@rickybobby5950]

I’m almost 51 and I have been doing your other ‘supersets’ full body band workout routine for almost a week now and I’m seeing gains already! I’m taking whey and creatine supplements with my pre workout shakes to get extra protein. I have added doing farmer carries at my office and apartment gyms daily to build some overall size but the bands start to kick my butt on the last set and I have to press through but it’s so worth it when I look in the mirror! I’m taking a trip back home in a few weeks and I want eyes to pop when my friends see me and your workout has given me a good foundation to getting my younger physique back! Thanks doc!

[@HT-Physio]

That is fantastic to hear I'm so pleased you've noticed changes already - keep up the great work you're doing!

[@NirmalaU-s9t]

Thankyou for sharing Doctor.🎉💐🌹

[@AuntyShaPray]

Hi Will thank you so much for targeted exercises. Can you do an episode for belly fat (upper and lower) please 🙏🏾

[@mariap.894]

Hate to say it, but diet and activity level always work wonders on reducing some of that fat❤ Good luck and stay CONSISTENT ❤

[@AuntyShaPray]

@@mariap.894 thank you x

[@cindyaliza]

Totally love your resistance bands exercises. Today is day 1 to do this.

[@HT-Physio]

Have a great day!

[@Ole_ks]

Will same moves with a pair of 5 kg dumbbells do same effect?

[@edwardhart5466]

Once again brilliant exercises. ,Thank you so much once again.