Muscle Loss Test for Ages 60+ (& How to Re-Gain)

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Muscle loss is a big problem for people over the age of sixty, with rates of 1% of total muscle lost each year not being uncommon! In today's video, Will Harlow shows you a simple test to see if you might be at risk - PLUS how to fix it!
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[@HT-Physio]

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[@janicebrowningaquino792]

I’m a 72 year old female who is aware of my muscle loss. I managed only 12 reps in 30 seconds. I have tried to restart my old exercise routine from 13 years ago with little success. This routine will help me to begin with baby steps. My muscle loss in my thighs is very obvious so with this routine I believe the small beginnings will create small successes and encourage me forward. THANK YOU!!

[@tinmouse1083]

Im guessing from the comments most people clicking on this video are interested in staying strong and are already working at staying healthy in their later years . Well done everyone

[@joanwatkins3022]

This man is the best! So grateful he started this channel❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it!

[@michelebrowne418]

74 yo female - 17. But I have to say I am not normal. At age 35 I realized I was starting to feel “squishy” and started to workout 2x a week with a trainer just to maintain muscle tone. Have been doing same ever since (with one 6 month break for back surgery) and would not trade it for anything. I’ve given up lots of new wardrobes and maybe a car or two to pay for this as I need my trainers for accountability but it been the most positive thing I do for my general wellbeing. So important to stay strong as we age.

[@robinq5511]

I really love my trainer - she has helped me so much in the past year, and won't let me quit!

[@HT-Physio]

That's a fantastic result well done! It's great to hear how you're prioritising your health too, I'm so pleased you've found a trainer that is so helpful - keep up the great work!

[@donaldstarnes419]

Way to go Michell I’m 75 and got to 19😀

[@harshas5312]

Just out of curiosity. This exercise seems to be testing more of the lower body muscles. What about testing the hand muscles?

[@fanfeck2844]

@@harshas5312there’s so many age related issues that affect hand strength, that don’t hinder our mobility as we get older, or show muscle loss.

[@johnwoolmer6064]

86 year old male with cancer, fractured hip in Nov, a new knee 2 years ago. Managed 15

[@joerenner8334]

We'll keep working at it. You too can improve.

[@yaki-moon]

Wonderful, keep on going!!

[@katniss4670]

That is impressive ! 60 year old female here, no fractures or major health issues apart from excess weight, I managed only 11.

[@ComedyAintPretty]

Well done, sir.

[@mailywong9612]

Very good

[@suzyh74]

Many thanks - I'm a 74 year old female and managed 16 reps in 30 seconds!!!!

[@marikakask8480]

me too, I'm 73 female

[@Avlynne]

Me too. 74 year old female.

[@Avlynne]

Me too. 74 year old female

[@JamesGreen-fs5kd]

O​@@Avlynne

[@MrYorickJenkins]

Well there is no way that anyone here can check to find out whether you are lying or just a braggart.

[@hiviolet007]

I’m a 68 yr old woman and I did 15! I do this exercise every day. It has really helped.

[@lefty-bw1zp]

Show off! 😅

[@HT-Physio]

Great work, that's excellent - keep up the great work!

[@Hippy2021]

​@@lefty-bw1zp I do 20 in a second!!!! If course you can't as a handicap

[@animalcrackersong]

I,m 68 and a half ,,,, beat you ,, 21 from a low sofa .. and a bloke ,,,

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

69 years old - 18 in 30 seconds and that is with my knee bothering me this morning. Thank you.

[@HT-Physio]

Amazing - well done!

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

@@HT-Physio SO you praise me for the accomplishment I reported in this comment but when I mentioned a balance exercise I can do, you DELETED it. How does that work? What are your criteria for your selective censorship?????? Is there something wrong with you?

[@misottovoce]

I'm 74, healthy, very agile and conscious of daily stretches and I am dealing with 15 steps to enter the house from the garden multiple times a day. I was disappointed that I made only 9. Then I realized we were supposed to do them as quickly as possible. And I made it to 14, which I expected. Thank you for all your wonderful tips.

[@HT-Physio]

Great result, well done!

[@happycommuter3523]

Yes, I managed 10 at first then realized I was doing them way too slowly. Did another set at double time, managed 13. I’m 57! Definitely going to work on this.

[@Bigboy664u]

Im 59 and only managed 13, I had a major health problem last year, but I knew that I'd lost my fitness. Thank you for sharing this test.

[@MindBodySoulOk]

60 and did 22

[@marisameier9035]

I, female,66 just tried it and could do it 18 times. Not too bad after a hip replacement 3,5 month ago! I am proud of myself!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm proud of you too, great job!

[@MrYorickJenkins]

Stop bragging

[@DVDP-yj3ts]

@@MrYorickJenkins why ? You did only 6 ?

[@NandishPatelV]

I'm 65 and I did 14. I practice yoga & meditation. I do cardio and resistance exercises. I walk daily. Lucky to be enjoying an active retirement. KeepSmiling 😊🌺

[@laurie2218]

71 and I did 18. Woohoo! Thank you Will.

[@HT-Physio]

Amazing!

[@bk818]

well done young man...keep it up...1.667sec/ pro...rockett...before you sat down you were already up

[@russellbray7615]

25 in 30 sec. Both knees total replacement . One 6 months ago. 69 years old. Just retired a month ago. 50+ years new construction work. Still playing sports 2-3 times a week. Lift weights 3 times a week and ride bike 3.5 miles after lifting. Knee surgeon told me to don't stop, we look for patients like u. Midnight now, still not tired. Be safe people.

[@bk818]

that doesn't count...you're bro...still a young man...and still a professional...and new knees...us amateurs can't compete with you...hahaha...just kidding young man.. .don't take offense...just keep going...alive and healthy for at least another 30 years...after that you start counting years from zero again...hahaha🤣🤣🤣

[@jimballuff3849]

Hello, I'm 79 and did 18 reps. in 30 seconds. I'm 6'3' 235 lbs. I try to eat well and keep moving.😊

[@jeanhofvedvm7589]

70 years old, newly in cardiac rehab where I managed only 6--but both knees are painfully arthritic from old injuries. Amazon to deliver new knee braces tomorrow.. Expecting great improvement!

[@HT-Physio]

I'm wishing you all the best, I hope you find your new knee braces beneficial :)

[@EriqKoontz]

63 and tried this… got a score of 18. Thanks for introducing this! I can do better.

[@HT-Physio]

That's great to hear, excellent work!

[@natashahangouts387]

This is so powerful regardless of the result, we need more of this as it improves quality of life and highlights potential issues. Will is absolutely fantastic and so is his book by the way. Very accessible and a good reference, I’ve learned so much and his channel has made me more aware of my physiology. ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your generous words, I'm so pleased you found my book valuable and that my videos have been helpful, that really makes the work worthwhile!

[@yvonnesmith2578]

Will is so Amazing!

[@CCB249]

Yes! 18 after my 5 mile walk and my 1 hour weight training this morning! 69 and still going strong!

[@MrYorickJenkins]

You intolerable smug little braggart.

[@katesmiles4208]

I don't think we are as frail as so many of the other streamers for 60+ content think we are. Isn't that great ! 😁

[@HT-Physio]

Excellent result - keep up the great work!

[@ahltufahltu]

How many of you came here coz Will is drop dead handsome and sexy, then stayed on for his clear calm and purposeful videos? Thank you Will.. you make a real difference!

[@34428]

Such tests depend on how strictly the model is followed. When followed as demonstrated with the back contacting the backrest each repetition the numbers will be significantly lower than simply sitting and going for speed. One ‘diagnostic’ set of results was 15:25 which is a 50% difference.

[@waveydavie]

63 1/2 male, I did 18. That's reassuring! Cheers.

[@HT-Physio]

That's great to hear!

[@nicolecandelierbourrier6292]

19 in 30 seconds. And we never refer enough to your book Will. Another blessing

[@HT-Physio]

Amazing, well done! And thank you so much, I'm so pleased you've enjoyed my book 😃

[@gladysma308]

Thank you for the info. Remedy: daily routine 4:30, 6:09 weight bearing

[@HT-Physio]

Happy to help!

[@JeanetteMcCracken]

71 yo, did 14 - I'm down with a cold today so hope for a better result soon.😊 Thanks Will.

[@Fair-to-Middling]

I'm almost 65 (next month), and I got 25. Not too shabby! 😊

[@nimblegoat]

Pretty good, I'm about 60 when up about that level probably need a different test. I work out 3 times a week. So strength not a problem. Imagine the sit down cross legged and stand up using no hands is a more appropriate challenge also shows weakness in hip mobility/flex . Ie you can have powerful quads, posterior chain etc, but struggle to shift weight over feet. So I'm going to build in more movement and flexibility into my daily routines to go with my strength

[@HT-Physio]

Fantastic!!

[@Ole_ks]

@@HT-Physio How is it possible for a person of any age to make a stand up-down move in a second, as some people do 40times/30sec? Anybody post a 30sec video response with more than 20 and no editing, please ). I suspect, that only very short people can do.

[@raleeuw]

@@Ole_ks Correct i do 22 in 30 sec ,when you do more than is in my opinion a sloppy exercise 👊

[@jkconner9636]

@@Ole_ks the old touch n go…don’t actually sit …need strong abs to pull it off too

[@karenbeasley9115]

Thank you! I appreciate how you added the side view at 5:07 minutes to help us do the exercise correctly! 😊👍🏻👏

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you found it helpful!

[@genestangel9674]

Sarcopenia: I have wondered for several years if I was affected but had no idea what this ailment was called, how to test for it, and what to do about it. NOW, I get it! At 74 years old I was able to get 11&1/2 stands. So, I now know I have more work to do, and how to do it! Advice like yours just doesn't get any better! Thank you, Gene S.

[@existentialerasure]

Basically a box squat with a slow negative. Louie Simmons (RIP) would be proud. Great common sense advice!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@yourconnection9303]

For those who need to still hold onto something to get up, to help build up strength in the legs in the meantime, stand in front of a kitchen sink, grip on to the edge of the front of the sink, and lower yourself up and down as many times as you can, and keep increasing it daily.

[@davidcolman1766]

Great video. I'm a 61 year old man and only got 12. Now I've got some work to do. Thanks for the video!

[@edwinsilberman7983]

Just to be clear, sarcopenia is not a disease. It is a universal aspect of the aging human body, so there's really no such thing as being "at risk". EVERYONE over age 40 or so is dealing with sarcopenia to some extent, period. And the only way to reduce its debilitating effects is to engage in a regular resistance or strength training program, eat well, and rest plenty when not working out. Do this on a regular basis and stick with it and you should be fine.

[@johnbiddal5951]

Great! I'll give that another go later. I'll be 80 in a few weeks and I did 11 reps in 30 seconds..But I was in the gym 2 hours ago and I did 1.5 miles fast walk on the Treadmill, and then went on the weights, so the old boy's legs are a bit wobbly still. I'll beat 11 easily. 😊

[@katesmiles4208]

Nice! Happy birthday in a few weeks too.

[@HT-Physio]

Happy birthday for a few weeks time! It sounds like you're taking great effort to keep yourself active, so keep up the great work!

[@debbiec6216]

*This is my #1 Exercise Channel* . When you show us the board of Age , I stopped the video and took a picture of it , with my cellphone . Just had a Bone Density Last Week .

[@HT-Physio]

It's great to hear you've found my channel helpful, I'm pleased my video provided some useful screenshots!

[@debbiec6216]

@@HT-Physio Will I'm not trying to sound negative, doctors in my region, aren't very helpful. ( I am not speaking about all doctors ) just certain doctors like the G.I. I believe because they didn't have to take Nutrition classes . Again, I am so happy you are helping me and everyone else . Our doctors in my region doesn't stick around a long time here, they either leave to another part of state or into another state. This has been doing on for yearssssss. I spoke to one nurse and he was talking about doctors doesn't stay in this region.

[@AliIsmaeltyphoon]

after my surgery, my legs muscles seems to turn to butter. I have started walking, but I think these exercises will help me better. thousand thanks to this young gentleman .

[@edwardhart5466]

Your 3 tip Friday ,is interesting and excellent information, Thank you Will.

[@martinaston1715]

I ran upstairs grabbed my watch and ran back down to the kitchen and did 26 reps immediately , I,m 60 but I do Squats at the gym , so glad I am doing something right for once😊

[@richardayala4356]

I had knee surgery 6 months ago and went through three month of rehabilitation for my knee. I am 75, male, and I continue following their exercises program established for me. I did your test and did 21 in 30:seconds. I continue doing kettlebell exercises, suitcase walk, farmers walk, knee bends, leg lifts, etc. I also work on upper body strength. Lastly I increased my protein consumption one week before my surgery and I still eat about 100 grams of animal protein per day. I really see the value in proper strength training with a good protein diet! Staying fit for life!

[@andreasissons7766]

That's awesome

[@HT-Physio]

Fantastic result! You should be very proud of all the work you have put into your rehabilitation, it's great to reap the rewards of your efforts 😃

[@msimp0108]

I’m 74 and I could use a knee replacement, maybe two. Even though I was able to do 20 reps on the test. I’m curious how well your knee was doing after 3 months. I’m a bit frightened about the rehabilitation.

[@richardbrown2376]

Hi l am 62 and l started horse riding again 3 years ago. I had not ridden for 40 years so as you can imagine it is quite a challenge. I recovered from colon cancer and this sport is doing me the world of good both physically and mentally. I found the exercise very easy and did 35 reps in 30 seconds ,so l guess the riding has given me a lot of leg ,hip and core strength. I wonder if anyone has any opinion on this in relation to various sports which help our wellbeing. ❤❤❤

[@HT-Physio]

Amazing result, it's great to so clearly see how the efforts you're making are translating into rewards for your fitness. It's great to hear you've been able to get back into horse riding, it's an incredibly rewarding activity for all aspects of your wellbeing!

[@poonamharlalka6003]

I enjoy all of Will Harlow videos and feel lucky and privileged that I am able to learn from someone who really understands the human body so well. This channel is truly a gift to humanity. Truly grateful to Will for taking the time to educate us on our own bodies.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. I'm grateful I have the platform on which to share my work with so many others! Thank you for watching :)

[@sawong8685]

If you do not have sarcopenia, then of course you can ace this test and 3X throughout the day will not be challenging enough to add strength. This video helps seniors determine if they do have sarcopenia and how to rehab. But others will benefit from a more challenging level.

[@kendylhoudyshell1399]

Excellent video Will, appreciate these exercises so much 👍

[@HT-Physio]

Very happy to be of help!

[@pianopera]

Don't people with shorter legs have an advantage compared to people with long legs, regardless of their age and condition, and can do this test faster more easily?

[@chickenjools]

Thank you so much for this. I’m in my late 60s. I malabsorb protein and find it very difficult to build muscle. I’ve had 2 personal trainers, neither of whom seemed to understand this, and pushed me so hard, saying it was absolutely fine to be in agony, that I ended up needing expensive remedial treatment from a physiotherapist. I can only blame myself for that really because I should have been firmer and said that it wasn’t possible for me to do that without injury, but it’s difficult to argue with trained people who you have put your trust in. It has put me off trying to find ‘professional’ help. So this channel is an absolute godsend for me, really practical common sense advice. Thank you, again.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so sorry to hear about the poor experience you had with your previous personal trainers, it's definitely hard to say no when they're meant to be the 'experts' offering support - it's always important to listen to your body and not push yourself beyond your safe boundaries - I'm pleased my channel has been able to offer some valuable guidance during this time!

[@englishhelp7525]

Thank you. You are amazing. I am very grateful that you are sharing your knowledge for our benefit. 🙏

[@HT-Physio]

My pleasure, I'm pleased I'm able to share my work with others!

[@POGGIOALSERE]

Hi, I’m a 74 year old female that’s been struggling with sciatica on my left side, for the last couple of months, and the physiotherapist says I’ve been losing muscle in my glutes, but I managed to do 27 reps in 30 seconds which I was glad to know I could do. That’s a good benchmark for me mentally because the sciatica has been debilitating and depressing to my self-confidence. Thanks, Will.

[@barbarah5742]

My PT tested me this way when I started rehab for sciatica some years ago, then used it, eventually with weight, to improve my daily functioning. I am putting this back in my home exercises thanks to you! Well done!

[@HT-Physio]

That is a fantastic result, especially considering your experience recently with sciatica - keep up the great work and I hope my channel can offer some useful guidance to help with your sciatica!

[@rajeevmanerikar9548]

Many thanks for the vdo. I am 60 and just recovering from Total Hip replacement surgery. I am feeling weak in my legs. I will sure try with your suggested exercises to improve strength.

[@HT-Physio]

I'm wishing you all the best in your post-surgery rehabilitation, I hope the exercises in my video prove beneficial for you!

[@bjelfin]

Age 71, did 14. But an even better test is being able to sit down on the floor into a lotus position or any position with your bum on the floor, and then get up again without having either hand touch the floor. I can still do this with no problem. Many younger people cannot do this.

[@vasantiapte7804]

The one you explained is yoga exercise. I used to do it before, but due to knee injury, I am not trying it.

[@zone4garlicfarm]

Getting into the lotus position is the hard part. Getting up is much easier.

[@peggyharter2048]

Ok, I am starting this today & in 4-6 weeks hopefully my balance will be better & strength in thigh muscles will start to improve

[@tesswood3471]

This is a really good channel, I wasn't going to subscribe but I kept watching different videos and now I am doing the exercises and feel better for it!!! I've subscribed and told my friends too. Thank you for this great advice, so much on social media is for youngsters!!!!

[@Drew-ox2wn]

What a great guest what a great host what a great channel, THANK YOU

[@DVDP-yj3ts]

I am a 69 years old male. First time I did 15 time that was ok for me. Than I realised you have to do them as quick as possible.. Now I did the exercise 24 times, and that gave my muscles a lot of acidify at the end. Ill try to do this on a daily base Thanks for the good advices!

[@amandadavies..]

62 year old female....16 for me but it was also done from a seat a bit lower than the type of chair you suggested. 3 years ago I was 90 lbs heavier than I am now, and would have had no chance of getting up with no hands. It's the only way I get up now and when my grandson is here I am jumping up all the time to chase after him when he's getting up to mischief.

[@activeelderly6122]

Thanks for sharing the super easy way to test myself, brilliant stuff! Your advise is excellent!

[@santhramogan3677]

Excellent. Thank you from a 79 YO man from Malaysia.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much, I'm so pleased it was helpful!

[@lovelearn5158]

Brilliant practical demos with easily understandable explanations. Thanks so much Will:)

[@Mg-bp4zr]

Thank you Will. My sit-to-stands improved drastically during lockdown in '21, due to the wonderful Professor of geriatrics at Birmingham's exercises for older folk. I'm 80 in August and can manage 15 with ease. But may I ask what exercises one might do for spindly, muscle-less arms? I should be grateful for your suggestions

[@juliettestamp6933]

Me too as I have complete muscle loss on the top half of my body due to weight loss and now only weighing 48 kilos

[@szolanek]

He is good, but if you have issue getting up from the chair, do the next instead. Just once a day. Hold on to something firm about 3 feet high, and squat slowly 3 times. Very slowly. It's better than sitting

[@wendyhla7097]

I am 69 years old. I did not listen to your 30 sec. I did not check my timing but did 20 times and the next day my leg aches for the next 5 days. Looking forward to start again slowly slowly.

[@crusinpaul]

Great channel. Useful info. I'm 71 and did over 20 in thirty seconds.

[@HT-Physio]

Amazing result, great work!

[@heatheradamson2280]

Best channel on KZbin! Will is the best!!

[@ashaleewai8735]

Thank you for all your videos. They are incredibly easy to understand and so very useful. Are there muscle gain exercises for the arms?

[@stephanieilluzzi7355]

Thanks so much for this! I’m snuggled in for the night, but will take the test in the morning. I really appreciate such a simple yet effective routine, especially the excellent way you instruct and demonstrate! 🤗

[@pam164]

I'm 63 and did 19 per 30 seconds

[@uncle0eric]

61 here. I tied you.

[@HT-Physio]

Great work, well done!

[@pam164]

@@HT-Physio Thanks

[@asghartaragheh4840]

I’m 69.5 and did 17

[@ramratnam3522]

well done

[@mikmop]

I'm 62 years old, and recently I started doing dumbbell squats. I do 3 sets of 10 reps. I began with 3 kilos in each hand and have now progressed to 12 kilos in each hand. I think this exercise is better than holding a single dumbbell with both hands, because it distributes the weight more evenly, so it will allow for greater weight progression over time. I also think it's a better exercise than squatting with a barbell on your shoulders, because it's gentler on your back and spine. Additionally, holding a pair of dumbbells in each hand is easier to balance due to the lower center of gravity.

[@appaloosa42]

Averages are bell curve🤷‍♀️at female 71 = 15 in 30, after losing 10 lbs in 5 days 18 months ago. All depends on your starting fitness at any age.

[@guittadabe5214]

How about for people in their 50's? Can you extend the chart to that?

[@lexfip7515]

What an encouraging voice! Best I get started ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much! Wishing you all the best getting started :)

[@mmhervey3449]

I’m 84 year old woman and I just did the test. I did 12 reps in 30 seconds.

[@garyjackson1218]

76year old male, I just did 17 four months post quad tendon repair.

[@Lfw073]

Technique produces big variability in results. 1st time came to a complete resting - stopped position when sitting back down with back completely to back of chair, kind of mirroring the speed in the instruction video here. Did 16 and then checked watched - it was 48 seconds. 2nd time focused on speed up and down, did 18 in 30 seconds. 66 male. Thanks for this useful test. Will add to my regular routine.

[@annedavies6477]

Hi Will, I'm 72 I did 40 in 30 seconds! I do a lot of exercise anyway. Thanks for all your advice, and help. Anne.

[@HT-Physio]

That's fantastic what a brilliant result!

[@barnabywild2215]

I'm 62 with creaky knees. I only managed 13 at a sedate pace. I probably could have pushed the envelope I suppose. I take comfort from the fact that only yesterday I shovelled 3,000 kg (3.3 tons if you're old school) of gravel from my front driveway and wheel-barreled it to the bottom of a 100 yard garden. Took most of the day. I'm built for endurance rather than speed.

[@PlantPerson58]

I’m 66 and I did 18 reps, but I’m not surprised. I’ve been doing squats every day for about 18 months and have really improved my leg strength and appearance.

[@HT-Physio]

Well done - keep up the great work!

[@ΕΛΛΗΝΙΔΑΓΙΑΓΙΑ]

Greece ! Είσαι ευλογία Θεού σε ευχαριστώ ! You are a blessing from God, thank you!

[@gurumeetkhalsa254]

I listen often to your wise advice. An old athlete (handball for 40 years) and put your advice to good use. Thanks🤠

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for watching my videos, I'm pleased you've found my advice useful!

[@cynthiagarofalo3458]

I love your videos. Very informative and they're helping me a lot. I am 67 and did 13 chair sits so in that regard I am ok. But still working on your other videos for strength, low back and core. Thanks🌻

[@alexchan7428]

Yes it is an easy home test for muscle status for senior. I find it useful . Thank you for showing me. I wonder why my family doctor has ever shown the merits of this easy test. I will do the knee thigh strengthening exercise for 15 minutes a day. Thank you very much.

[@tonyquek6157]

Thank you Will for the test scores for comparison. 👍

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear they were valuable!

[@nainadewani]

I see all your vdos. I am 78 years old retired principal.

[@lucillachan1712]

Glad to find improvement in myself after following your advice,I am 72 female,can do 16 reps in 30sec.Thank you so much, will keep on exercise to regain more muscles.👍👍👍👍👍💪🏻💕

[@HT-Physio]

Great result, well done! Keep up the great work😃

[@barbarah5742]

Well done! Looking forward to more episodes to help people combat sarcopenia issues...

[@rufdymond]

I’m 62 with a bad left knee and managed 15. Quite dissatisfied with that to be honest. I’ll come back in a few months and update this comment with hopefully better results.

[@szolanek]

I am 62 and i became a walrus by eating and sitting front of the computer. Male i made 13.5, just missed the the target. It pissed me off. I started doing slow sauats. Some and stand ups. Reporting after few days, maybe 4, i completed the 14 in 15 seconds. Better. For 30 seconds? About 26 or so. Do slow squats. Thanks doc! You might bring me back to life.

[@FATIMA-by1hb]

You are a greatest gift for us. May God bless you and your family. Thank you for everything.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words! All the best to you too!

[@bk818]

65 and tried this… got a score of 28...in the third attempt....when I warmed up well...2*16 or 17 squats...without this warm-up there is no such result...but when I did a few sets with 20 kg weights....I shot to 31 squats/30sec without weights I did 2 sets of 28 in a row...

[@Total_Body_Fitness_USA]

It's harder to maintain muscle as you get older even if you do strength training. Why? Hormones are a big one. Testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone levels get out of balance and low. Amino acids, HMB, and even creatine monohydrate can all help maintain muscle as well. Check with your doc to get some advice on how you can stay fit as we are all different.

[@stevezodiac491]

I am 65 +, did 30 but then again i am a cycling time triallist who can maintain 25 mph average speed, over an hour at my threshold heart rate of 170 bpm. My target is to get a birthday card from king William and be in receipt of my works pension for at least as long as i worked.

[@freddyheynssens1950]

Thank you for this helpful video. You are amazing in what you do. You are helping a lot of people. I appreciate this. God bless you richly. Greetings from Toronto Canada.

[@norwichnorfolk1584]

I’m 71 and managed 24… happy with that 👍

[@Katepwe]

This test is not for speed but more for form. Watch closely how Will demonstrates it and sit and stand with good form. You will get less then what most people are showing here. I’m a 61 year old female in good physical shape, no major health problems, above average flexibility, and did 14.

[@edwardhart5466]

Excellent advice ,will strengthen ligaments ,muscles also for walking ,once again such great advice for us who are getting older ,which is not fun William .

[@HT-Physio]

It's definitely worth taking the preventative measures to help reduce the drawbacks of ageing!

[@kiransharma3065]

Very greatful to you I will do this every time I am sitting down and getting up God bless you

[@langille56]

I am 69 and got 26. I am grateful I am very fit and active!

[@HT-Physio]

Well done, great result! Keep up the great work :)

[@Nothing-fp7jg]

Thank for this. I've sent it to my mom and dad and I've filed it away for future reference for me!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for sharing my work - wishing all three of you the very best 😃

[@OFLHLGZ28]

I recently lost 50+ pounds. Prior to that I could never have passed this test. I would take me a minute or two to just stand up from sitting. I don’t have that anymore now. So it is not always caused by muscle loss.

[@edwintrench4798]

72, healthy…did 20! Feel great!

[@NeeraKooyela]

Thx 4 the video the world need more people like u God will bless u richly ❤

[@CarolWeare-t2e]

I am 60 year old female managed 20 on 30 seconds 😊

[@lorrainepeirce1258]

Excellent stretching after weights session