The 5 WORST Pieces of Health Advice for Ages 50+

[@billclark5864]

Thank You Will. I am 66 and was diagnosed with sciatica last year and found your site. Since then I have been consistently active and find I have been learning more and more about what I need to do to continue creating a consistent healthy routine for my elder years, ands it has been mostly lead from your videos. thanks again

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so pleased you've found my videos helpful, it's brilliant to hear you've been establishing a consistent routine to help with your sciatica and overall health. Keep up the great work and I'm wishing you a very happy Christmas!

[@triarb5790]

I'm 62, do weight bearing exercise, and have always been active, but sadly I've just been diagnosed with Graves Disease. With this, I frustratingly discovered it has led unknowingly to a significant loss of bone density. I'm going to face this damn thing head-on. I will be doing everything I can to remain fit, active, and strong. Your excellent exercises, along with those from Tone and Tighten, El Paso Physio, Dr Jo and Fabulous 50s have combined to give me a daily rotation of complimentary strength exercises that darn well will keep moving !

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, it sounds like you have a brilliant attitude which will serve you incredibly well when fighting for your goal of remaining fit and healthy. I'm so pleased my exercises have been able to contribute to the routine you've pulled together - keep up the brilliant work and I'm wishing you all the very best!

[@HM-ec5vi]

I was diagnosed with Graves disease 30 years ago, I believe it was the result of iodine deficiency.

[@keepscats7936]

Had Graves Disease for many years, but it eventually went into remission. That's rare, but it does happen. Glad I chose to manage the hyperthyroidism component with drug rather than radiation. My leg muscles got weak and I tended to fall with Graves. Weight training was critical in regaining muscle strength and stopping the falls.

[@HM-ec5vi]

@ I didn’t have a choice it lead to thyroid storm and dangerous heart rhythm. The suppression medication made me vomit uncontrollably, wish I had better options at the time.

[@keepscats7936]

@@HM-ec5vi I'm sorry that the drugs had such nasty side effects for you. Indeed, I was very fortunate for them to be workable for me.

[@MAG1235]

I'm 76, hoping to stay active at least 10 more years. Love your videos!

[@imissmydog8279]

I am 57 years-old. When I got diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes a few years ago, I tried walking 5 days a week but found it unsustainable. Now I walk 3 days a week (Mon/Wed/Fri) but with very high intensity (6 laps at the oval for 30 mins, 3900 steps at 6.2 km/h at average cadence of 128 spm, average heart rate of 130 bpm). My New Year's Resolution is to start strength/resistance training 3 days a week (Tue/Thu/Sun), reserving Saturdays for Taiko Drumming class. I have stuck to my resolution of walking for a few years now, and no doubt I will stick to my new resolution and making adjustments where necessary to make it sustainable. I am in the best shape of my life because there are now seriously bad consequences if I don't exercise, whereas before my diagnosis, I didn't think the consequences were bad enough if I didn't exercise.

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

When I was diagnosed my docter told me to go on the Ketogenic diet . Best thing I ever did. I llst 75 pounds in less than a year just by changing my diet. My insulin resistance is gone and I am doing well. Changing my diet also made be feel better enough to do a lot of physical things I couldn't do before.

[@SharSue]

What effect did your Resolution on walking have on your Type 2 Diabetes? And if it helped how long did it take for the improvement to take place?

[@imissmydog8279]

@kaoskronostyche9939 I'm not strictly Keto but I do use a lot of products labelled as Keto.

[@imissmydog8279]

@SharSue My HbA1c was about 12 when I got diagnosed and has been steady at 5.8 since. I can't remember how long it took to improve, but I do remember the dietary changes wasn't as bad, and the exercise took some experimentation to settle into a routine. Overall, the lifestyle changes required wasn't as bad as I thought it would be and it wasn't that hard to do. It's more like settling into a new normal.

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

@@imissmydog8279 I'm 69. I cook myself two hot meals per day. This way I can tailor the diet to precisely what works for me. I studied up on it quite a bit when I started. If you are a reader, the best single book source I found was The Ketogenic Bible and a good YT guy is KenBerryMD. Remember, my own GP actually "prescribed" this for me and that really motivated me as a way to stay off any medications. And it has worked. Plus many other benefits like less inflammation, fewer "aches and pains" and not only is my weight stable for four years but it helps retain muscle mass as you age and now I feel so much better I am exercising more. Anyway, I am glad you are working on and making progress with your health improvement. Best wishes.

[@rutykremerman3221]

Thank you . I watch all of your videos. Priceless advices and knowledge. Lifechanging. They are a constant support to me. I thank you everyday ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for watching, I'm so pleased you've found them useful - I hope you have a wonderful festive period!

[@MollisMulier]

Thank you! You makes me feel that being “over 50” is not resigning to a dinosaur life! I’m 56, look 43, determined to feel / live as 38. Thank you! Been following, you are inspirational!

[@HT-Physio]

Absolutely! And what a brilliant attitude you have, that's the most important thing. Keep up the great work and it will continue to serve you well 😄

[@donkiml5805]

Great points! I go stuck in the recommendation to not do weight bearing on arthritic knees so I did more bike and elliptical. Then COVID hit and most seniors were moving less. Luckily we had exercise equipment in the basement. Last year I found out I have osteoporosis! Now I am stopping around.

[@TeacherLaurieG]

Weights!

[@rbrown6476]

Brilliant! Thanks Will, this was really clear and simple advice. I love that your presentations are so accessible for us oldies. And giving me five things to concentrate on, when considering a particular subject about my health is just what I need for motivating me, without being swamped with too much at a time. Hope you have a great Christmas with family - thanks and many blessings from a grateful member of your oldies fan club! ❤

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your comment, I'm so pleased my format has proved helpful for you - I hope you also have a wonderful Christmas, filled with lots of festive cheer!

[@rbrown6476]

@ Oh, thanks Will. But you shouldn’t be answering comments at this time of night on the weekend! Haha. I hope you get enough time off with all these KZbin oldies sending greetings!!! Oops Seriously, look after your own health too.

[@sugasvegetariankitchen5830]

Excellent advice ..especially "the body is made to move ".We are vegetarians and is it true that we definitely lack protein .So far, no aches or pains and we exercise consistently

[@johnmartin7919]

There's no need to lack protein because you're vegetarian !

[@sugasvegetariankitchen5830]

@johnmartin7919 Thank you for your reply..Yes !I think so too It's that, there's always a theory that lentils /pulses don't give as much protein as meat

[@Christine-h6e]

Thank you Will for your advice, there is so much out there on social media it’s difficult to decide what’s best so now I only watch your videos as I know it’s the best, easy to relate to and relevant. Have a good Christmas and see you in the New Year 🙌

[@cherylvardy4073]

Agree totally, if lived in UK and not Australia he'd be my physio. Purchased book here, such a good price & decided to buy by way of pay back as well. Will is so generous with all his free content.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for choosing me to be your go-to physiotherapist, I'm so pleased you've found my work helpful! I hope you also have a wonderful Christmas filled with lots of festive cheer 😄

[@nakul1966]

This video confirms I am on the right path. Fantastic. Thanks.

[@HT-Physio]

Keep up the great work!

[@kellysmom9773]

I love your content and frequently share your videos with my fellow seniors.

[@RebeccaRabon]

Gosh, I am SO glad I watched this episode!! I have severe osteoporosis, and back issues due to injuries while in the military. Consequently, walking or getting on the treadmill was the only exercise I was really getting. I recently started working with a PT, so I’ve been really increasing my resistance exercising. So much so, that I am very sore. And that means I’ve been dreading getting on the treadmill or taking a walk. I had been having the thought that I should just take a chance, focus on resistance since that’s what I really need for my bones. But old habits die hard-until now! I love your book-so much so that I have the hard-copy for my work-out area, as well as the Kindle version so I can read on-the-go.

[@HT-Physio]

I hope my video can offer the spark of motivation needed to help integrate this into your routine! Thank you so much for your generous support for my book, I'm thrilled to hear you've found such value in my work - I'm sending best wishes and lots of festive cheer your way 😃

[@marylynch951]

Thanks will Happy Christmas God bless you always ❤❤

[@HT-Physio]

Happy Christmas to you too!

[@Adrian-ow5ip]

Brilliant videos and inspiring. Keep up the great work.

[@cherylvardy4073]

Brilliant advice - clear explanations without delving too deeply in the why & wherefore which frankly turns my brain off. Video with instructions in text makes it easier to find when looking for exercises. Copy frame with caption & put into photo gallery (sure there's a smarter way but am old/old school😂 yup one who would love a dvd workout. Brought the book here in OZ - it's great & in typical Will Harlow style doesn't break the bank to purchase. Just think this guy is beyond generous with free content he puts up & book is brilliant also.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for your feedback, I'm pleased my format aligns with what works best for you. Thank you so much for ordering my book, I really appreciate your support and I hope you found great value in its contents. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas time and I'm sending lots of festive joy your way 😄

[@macareuxmoine]

Just had a hand surgeon tell me how heavy lifting was the worst for any age and how all her medical publications stated that. I had to bite my tongue to not ask her if they were from the 1970s… 🙄🤦‍♀️

[@claudiomarangone614]

Define heavy ?

[@macareuxmoine]

@ that doctor actually only talked about “lifting”/strength training, not even heavy.

[@pats3714]

I'm 69. At the moment I'm using a power twister to try and maintain bulk in my arms, chest, and shoulders. Use a gripper as well. Try and keep functional with the walking. Trying to stay off painkillers.We'll see how it goes.

[@OMDF01]

Interesting channel with sound/professional advice.

[@robertbarnier45]

I’m so much better since doing your exercises. Thanks Will. Aussie Bob 😊😊😊

[@HT-Physio]

This is brilliant to hear, Bob - keep up the great work!

[@jimmyjohnson6232]

Weight baring exercise with moderate cardio, Im 61 been bodybuilding since age 14 , still ripped.

[@chrissysimpson403]

For the last week I've got that clicking knee I've done some knee exercises and I'm still active but I've not run as yet that I'm leaving on the back burner a litter long.. It's improving day by day from the exercises and being active..

[@wombat.6652]

Thank you! About heavy lifting / weights training, I had to start with tins of food. About 400gm. * this was in face to face physiotherapy several years ago. They also said to go up slowly, use bags of rice, you can adjust the weight very precisely. Using plastic containers. There are heaps of things in the kitchen that we can use. I hope this helps someone else sometime. (( i cannot afford face to face now ))

[@HT-Physio]

Great idea, it's important to make use of the tools you have available to you - every little helps!

[@colinsmith7465]

Great advice again Will, especially the comments about resistance routines.

[@HT-Physio]

So pleased you found it helpful!

[@nl5608]

Thank you for yet again giving encouraging advice.

[@HT-Physio]

My pleasure!

[@ChrisStamelias]

Love your channel.l just ordered your book and look forward to the new video.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for ordering a copy of my book, I hope you find it packed with interesting and useful information!

[@localbod]

Once again, thank you for your dedication in producing these informative videos for those of us of a certain vintage. 😂😉 👍😎

[@HT-Physio]

It's my pleasure!

[@richardholappajr.6184]

Thank you, Will, for the helpful advice!

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you found it helpful!

[@paulhusky580bts]

I not had good 2024 Arthritis then Right Frozen Shoulder Dizziness in August diagnosed with Osteopenia in Hips & Osteoporosis in Back I lost 5.7kg since end of July & can’t have pills for Osteoporosis until had Teeth out & then get Dentures

[@sumairaahmed4318]

I am hoping you will feel better and healthy in 2025

[@ИринаЛебедева-ь7н]

Thanks a lot for your professional advices. God bless and help you.

[@HT-Physio]

My pleasure to share!

[@teridobson5027]

I love your insightful information and have recommended your channel to several other people so thank you! Just a comment for you to mull over: in the last few recent videos, the number of things popping onto the screen - besides the graphics that are emphasizing what you are saying right then - seem to have increased in number. Sometimes, like in this video, they are even covering over the video specific graphics. They are a bit distracting... Thanks again for all you do!

[@briankupfer8800]

Thanks Sir!

[@HT-Physio]

You're welcome!

[@amymartin5753]

Just received your book from Amazon “Thriving Beyond 50.” Looking forward to learning. I’m 56.

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you for ordering a copy of my book, I hope you find it packed full of interesting and useful information!

[@kendylhoudyshell1399]

Excellent information Will, thanks for all you provide to us seniors. Hope you have a great weekend and enjoy the Holiday Season ✨❤

[@HT-Physio]

It's my pleasure to share my work - I hope you have a lovely Christmas time, with lots of festive cheer!

[@weeyee60]

Thank you for this bit of information, Will! I didn’t know this, so now I will lift heavier…👊🏽 Your Channel is invaluable, for this introvert, who likes to stay home. 😃

[@HT-Physio]

I'm so pleased to hear you've found my videos helpful - I'm sending lots of festive cheer your way!

[@parveensiddique1251]

Good information

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you!

[@stevenlyffyt8768]

I remember hearing motion is lotion for your joints. I very much think this true advice.

[@karinastrzelczyk1828]

Tak you Will and please do a video on femoral nerve as well as front thigh that is affected by it and exercises ❤

[@mechthildhaeussler5736]

Great advice once again - will immediately pass that on to my partner. Regarding myself, I must admit that I enjoy running just too much. Hence I use it as a motivational strategy for the necessary resistance exercise ... (which in itself bores me terribly ;-). Luckily my joints don't ache that much - but I have recurring tendon issues (hamstrings, Achilles, wrists ...) Could you perhaps make a video about tendon health in older people?

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I'm sorry to hear about the tendon issues you're experiencing - I have the following videos which may be of interest :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/moq2Z5x6hqh5m8U kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWXEqKODltOAoqM kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnvWc4mancSJnNE

[@6611haggis]

Try to climb steps 2 at a time.

[@chrisgavin669]

the woman in that video clip using dumbbells is getting little or no benefit because she is using them horizontally in a standing position. Weights should be used vertically against gravity.

[@jeanauguste-f7i]

I have osteoporosis and have been told not to lift anything. This was from my GPs physio and from a thoracic surgeon. The physio has even stopped my treatment as he doesn't want me to do exercises. I'm putting on weight now and desperately want to get fit again. I can see the muscle wastage in my arms. 😢

[@elisariamarie8325]

I've been told the opposite. I started lifting, and 2 years later, new dexa shows 6% improvement in spine without osteoporosis drugs. Building muscle builds bone. Research studies prove it.

[@juliaestevez768]

What type off exercise should women do after a hysterectomy surgery please

[@darvoid66]

I'm 58 and I wish I knew what to do to stop my right hip from screaming in pain when I put weight on it. No trauma ever, 30 years of random pain. Not every step but when it happens it's instant and 10 out of 10 pain. Dr. said it's nothing. It's not nothing. It feels like a nerve getting rubbed the wrong way because it only hurts when I put weight on it. I've searched for stretches that might help but found nothing. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks.

[@carolinejohn4537]

Have you tried the glute squeezes to strengthen glutes. This definitely helps my hip pain. Worth a try. Good luck my friend

[@ypmaklaes7218]

It's not the 10k steps. it's the amount of hours you sit. So walking 10k can reduce those hours and hours of sitting! Better to walk than sit. Thats why I make more than 10k steps per day!

[@durdanadancejoy]

We dont have Amazon here or i would have preordered the book too. Thank u for ur videos. i have signed up.

[@JaneGT-zl9ux]

That's right. 💯👏

[@taab7]

Send me the video link not working. Terms and conditions link does work but nothing for the video download.

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I'm sorry to hear the email with the link didn’t come through. Please send an email to [e-mail] and we will sort it for you!

[@efrainsantiago9702]

Am 68 in good I started a normal workout 6 moths ago I was 160 lbs now am at 153 I don't like loosing weight to much how can I gain my weight back

[@amitahemanth915]

Can you show exercise for parkinson

[@MikeJw-je4xk]

Physics. A body in motion stays in motion.

[@ellaynedrew7620]

Have tried several times to access your free video but have never received it

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I'm sorry to hear the email with the link didn’t come through. Please send an email to [e-mail] and we will sort it for you!

[@raindrops1047]

I requested so many times for free video but I didn't receive any link.Please help

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - I'm sorry to hear the email with the link didn’t come through. Please send an email to [e-mail] and we will sort it for you!

[@Berry_N]

Calcium should be taken as a complex, say like they have in Jarrow's Bone Up. You need vit D and all the other nutritional cofactor. Different forms of calcium, say. Calcium Hydroxyapatite has better research behind it.

[@carolinejohn4537]

Vitamin D3 with K2 is best- K2 will direct calcium away from arteries and where is should go, bones, teeth etc.

[@lynettedonald7279]

Thank you will for these videos. I do have the your new book as well. Merry Christmas to you and your family.🎄💫 Best of wishes to you all for the New Year💫

[@HT-Physio]

You're most welcome. Thank you for ordering my book, I hope you've found it packed with useful information. I'm sending lots of festive joy your way 😄

[@radostinapanteva2184]

Hello. I would like to have the 25 minutes video. Where do I have to sign up please? Thank you

[@amymartin5753]

The link is in the “Description” (show notes)

[@HT-Physio]

Hi there - you can access the video using the following link :) info.ht-physio.co.uk/video

[@jean2740]

3 10 min walks a day ,thats so true

[@natashahangouts387]

When u record videos, it may be controversial but where u found research and there’s a disparity between sex, ethnicity. Please highlight it; We live in such I a diverse country, I think it’s pertinent to highlight vulnerability and 🎉advantage.

[@GuavaJuice7]

I like Dr Stacy Sims' work on this. She focuses on women, especially active women. Some of the recommendations are different for sure.

[@jandaniel9133]

heavy lifting and pelvic prolapse! help

[@gsterner9489]

No video

[@paullewis2413]

Great advice, Will. I’m a great believer in weight resistance and this has been confirmed by an instructor at my gym. Also when I was diagnosed with benign arrhythmia the heart specialist advised me to use weights (as my heart was strong) but obviously not to excess. I’ve followed this advice and so far I’m in great shape, most people who don’t already know think I’m anything up to 10/12 years younger than I am 😁

[@HT-Physio]

Keep up the great work!

[@Jenny-g9z]

Would please make a video for people 70 and older.

[@trishhickson1550]

These videos are aimed at over 70s as well as older or younger age groups.

[@Jenny-g9z]

@ I just thought might some precautions that those 70 and older might need.

[@trishhickson1550]

@@Jenny-g9z I’d say just the normal common sense precautions. I’m 71 and lots of people here are much older,

[@paulhobday9272]

Great advice as always, Top Guy, Will always be my HERO, happy Christmas and new year, best wishes from sunny Florida!

[@HT-Physio]

Thank you so much for your kind words - I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

[@Nobarkus]

Good common sense advice!

[@HT-Physio]

Great to hear you think so!

[@helenamcginty4920]

I am 76 and until 3 or 4 years ago remained fit and active. Walking rather than running for which I need a good reason. But hill walking plus I always walked fast. A chronic physical hip/back problem worsened though plus a lifelong cardiac arythmia that I had never considered a problem turned out to be mitral valve fibrilation which caused me to tire quickly. But I am sure that my keeping fit and active over the years despite problems caused 40 yrs ago by being knocked flying off my bicycle by a car driver...it only takes a second of inattention... means I am still able to maintain a level of exercise until the tilted hip problem is sorted. So yes. Keep on keeping on but remember you are no longer 21 and, just like any aging machine, might need to take more breaks. 😂❤

[@magdal01]

@ WIll dear WIll, though thank you very much BUT! I find it extreemly stressful that practically every day (or VERY often anyhow) you post new content. It makes me more and more dissatisfied with myself - can not follow ALL THESE your recommendations! can not watch ALL these your videos! alwys other excersises so I do not know if I shall do ALL of them (IMPOSSIBEL! SO highly FRUSTRATING!) OR which ones SHALL I do/how to choose? - simply FAR TOO MUCH! Once a week would be MORE then enough!

[@cailllou25]

Isn't it a little misleading to put all people ''over 50'' in the same category?? 51 is ''over fifty'' and so is 91. Also women and men have different needs especially around menopause.

[@cailllou25]

Also, I've never heard these pieces of advice before.

[@carolinejohn4537]

Suggest you try and find a site that deals with your very specific age and condition then. Most of us find Will's advice and exercises thoroughly explained and well demonstrated. He ALWAYS has as disclaimer at the beginning of all his videos stating the exercises may not be for everyone and to seek advice from your health care professional!

[@TomprivatePotjunas]

Get calcium from dairy?? Please rethink that advice!!!

[@SharSue]

Why?

[@BigBearBloo]

Never giving up dairy! To each his own.

[@patriciathomas7549]

❤❤❤

[@audronekvedariene5528]

❤

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

This dude is right on

[@marybennett8657]

♥️💯

[@philipbloch-qs9xc]

Cardio increases the metabolic rate. Burns more calories while you're resting. Speaking from 50 years of long distance running experience.

[@triarb5790]

For women post menopause cardio actually puts weight on. I assume you are male.

[@RandyLex-wu6jy]

My doctor told me to quit working out because I have arthritis sh3 is the worst doctor ever

[@NirmalaU-s9t]

Thankyou for sharing doctor.😊

[@carolinejohn4537]

Thanks Will for all the great advice, exercises and tips also for your fabulous book! Have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy, prosperous and above all Healthy New Year. 🎅🎄🥂🎁🍾

[@HT-Physio]

It's my pleasure to share - thank you for ordering my book, I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. I hope you also have a wonderful Christmas, and enjoy brilliant health in the new year!