Top 5 Reasons Older Adults Stop Walking & How To Avoid This

Brad and Mike discuss the top 5 reasons older adults stop walking and how to avoid this.
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0:43 Benefits of walking
1:20 Common problems causing people to stop walking & remedies
6:25 Strengthen hip abductors exercises
8:15 Glute maximus muscle activator
9:20 Use a cane or walker
11:26 Loss of motivation advice
12:23 Recap
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13:05 Outro
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[@BobandBrad]

For information on improving your walking check out our video "One Incredible Trick To Improve Your Walking"- kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpTKaa2Be9OCd7csi=Jj5yYXTt0AyG8N35

[@wendyrowland7787]

@@BobandBrad thank you for your answer, but my issue was a minor scoliosis that has become quite pronounced with advancing age. Have lost one and a half inches in height.I benefitted greatly from the exercises you recommended for hip replacement. It went very well and the surgeon said my muscles, for my age were quite good and being normal weight helped..My husband added a second stair rail to help and I now make a point of going up the stairs two at a time most days. I avoided back surgery in case it put me into a wheelchair. Cheers, my best regards to Bob, I hope he is managing.

[@2007vwbeetle]

What is best shoes for foot pain after many years of gout. Not just toes but ankle and heel. Not terrible but does hinder walking a lot or biking.

[@cpataxpro]

@BobandBrad Great video and info on the muscle training. Every time I have fallen is due to a toe stub. Thanks.

[@Julies-in-a-mood]

I miss Bob, & pray for wisdom & strength for him & his medical care team

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@garyjacobs4641]

I'm age 70. Severe arthritis in the left leg, moderate in the right. I used to run 5K races. No more -- too painful. That said, walking is a great substitute, along with the stationary bicycle. I've written on here previously about how at one time I gained weight. It hurt to stand, to begin to walk, to get in and out of the car. No more. Mother Nature makes a natural lubricant even for arthritic legs. I walk half mile thrice weekly to aerobics classes at a senior center. Two days a week I walk there for Zumba classes. Weekends I'm at a gym lifting weights and riding the stationary bicycle whilst listening to podcasts. I think the hosts are onto something here, healthy mind, healthy body. We are social creatures. It behooves us to interact. By the way, the pain I once had does not entirely go away, and now and then sends me a signal that despite best intentions, stuff still happens. Just so. One presses on knowing that this too, shall pass. In the meantime, a healthy life is a good life. A positive outlook does much to improve one's own world as well as that for others. What these guys say is true. Like these presentations.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

Wow! You are in great shape, mentally as well as physically. Keep up the good work.

[@cpataxpro]

Lose the pain: try an elliptical machine to remoive the joint stress.

[@DNA350ppm]

@@cpataxpro Or you could do Nordic Walking out-doors, see my comment, because greenery is very healthy, for body and soul.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing!

[@maikibordercollie]

Having a dog is the best thing of all when it comes to motivation. In 2014, I could barely manage to walk 5 or 10 minutes without giving up due to foot pain and other osteoarthritis related pain. Now, thanks to getting good shoes and a dog, I'm usually walking 6 - 8 km (4 -5 miles) a day.

[@BobandBrad]

That's awesome!! Great job, keep it up!

[@nanalinda2020]

Great suggestions. I am almost 75 and started walking most every day for around 3/4 of a mile. I started 3 months ago after an exacerbation of stenosis and sciatica. Since I live in Florida, the summer heat does discourage regular outdoor activities but I listen to praise and worship music, walk in a park where there are lots of dogs to pet, shade and sometimes a breeze. You guys really helped me when I was at my lowest earlier in the year. Thank you.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

Oh, I'm so jealous. I keep thinking every day how much I miss Florida. Moved from Jacksonville a year ago.

[@cpataxpro]

@@ChittarupaYoga King DeSantis, Nazis, Mar-a-Lago fascist cult members, killer heat and humidity getting worse, eroding beaches, Red Tide stench, crime, drugs, road rage and congestion, hurricanes, spiking property taxes, no affordable homeowner insurance causing people to "run bare" at risk of losing everything, housing prices collapsing, Evangelical nut cases, controil over women's reproductive systems, book burnings, hatred, white supremacy .... I can see why you would want to go back there. 🤦🏻‍♂

[@Terbug]

God bless you!!!

[@patl.4170]

I also live in Florida. To beat the heat I walk right when it gets daylight. I walk in my neighborhood so I feel a little safer. If I miss my early morning walk, I will go to the mall right when they open so less crowded and walk there. I see many people doing that.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help! Thank you so much for watching!

[@annarborthenorris5455]

I found having a treadmill and videos of walks in different environments helps me walk when it is too hot, too cold or storming outside. I get bored very soon without the videos encouraging me to keep going to see what's around the corner

[@BobandBrad]

Glad we could provide some encouragement!

[@wendyrowland7787]

I have quite a severe bounce due to a scoliosis that is getting worse as I age (81) a stick in my left hand does help me walk a bit tidier. I do my best to stay active. Cleaning , cooking, veg growing and caring for my husband.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

All those normal daily things can keep you in good shape. It's a matter of doing them.

[@BobandBrad]

That's awesome, sounds like you are doing a great job and not giving up! Keep that up and you'll be great!

[@ladolcevita9082]

Walking cleaning house and working in the garden. ❤🎉

[@ChittarupaYoga]

Those will do it. Just keep moving and doing.

[@BobandBrad]

All great, keep it up!

[@GarySchiltz]

Using a hiking pole is a good option for people walking outside on uneven surfaces. My wife turns 80 next week, and her hiking pole really helps on the trails.

[@reginafallangie2867]

Great suggestion!

[@dothatch5147]

@@GarySchiltz I use a hiking pole. I have 2 I find them much better than a cane. I don’t think there is anything I haven’t tried over the years.

[@GarySchiltz]

@@dothatch5147 I'm only 65 and don't yet need any support, but when I do in a few years down the road, I want to shy away from anything that has traditionally been associated with age or infermity. Vanity I guess 🙂 A cane implies "old person device" whereas a sporty looking hiking pole says "training to tackle the Pacific Crest Trail" even if I'm just walking a few hundred meters.

[@omazlife4229]

​@@dothatch5147I was just going to ask about these poles and saw these comments. I was thinking that using 2 would benefit me due to balance issues. Does that make sense to you?

[@sarahrosen4985]

I was surprised these were recommended. I see a woman many years into retirement speedwalking with them every morning with her pole-less husband tagging along behind her.

[@gregm5085]

Walk 3 miles a day by the end of the week i was 21 miles away from home. Couldnt remember how to get back.😂😂😂

[@geoffreyheald6977]

😂

[@BobandBrad]

LOL oops!

[@barbsygirl68]

I'm 70 and walking in my Predominate exercise. I've had a hip replaced 4 years ago and it took a long time to walk 2 miles daily but I'm so much stronger now.

[@BobandBrad]

Awesome, great job !

[@charlessayle1590]

I am in my 90’s and have an Apple iWatch. The first thing that I do at the Start my walk, is to Start “Outdoor Walk” on my Watch, it keeps track of the Distances and steps. I pick a route where there is no chance of my tripping on uneven paving. I find that I am the oldest and slowest walker on my Walk. I now walk 2 to 3 miles, 3 times a week.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

My go to exercise for cardio is walking. Always has been. Now that I have some super wonderful shoes, I don't stop.

[@reginahuerta3321]

Which shoe brand do you prefer?

[@BobandBrad]

Wonderful, keep it up!

[@krugmeister7301]

My Mom is 88 years old and is Still Actively walking...And sleeps a lot too.!❤🥰😍😍🙏

[@BobandBrad]

That's great that she is still walking! Sleeping is pretty normal as well, but keep her moving when you can!

[@suek.k788]

Thanks, very informative

[@dianeschuller]

very helpful; thank you

[@fragfreakforever]

Hope Dr. Bob is doing better. Perpetual prayers his way !

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@fragfreakforever]

@@BobandBrad always a pleasure. You're a very noble duo !

[@tmoore1144]

Walking is the only exercise I have consistently enjoyed my entire life. I currently haven't been walking due to Posterior Tibia Tendonitis. (think that is what it is called). The times of my life when I haven't been able to walk it has always been due to foot pain. Thanks for all the helpful info.

[@BobandBrad]

We have a lot of info on foot pain as well, hopefully you can keep walking and keep the foot pain down!

[@therealtoni]

Very helpful!! I think our body mechanics is very overlooked and very important!! More, please!!!

[@AnwerArain717-b4r]

High temperature is important factor in stopping walking.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing!

[@judifisher3087]

I've been unable to get outside due to my terrible allergies this year it's so depressing as l can feel myself getting weaker 😢

[@annrubino6252]

Really helpful advice, gentlemen. Your videos are very inspiring, and kind.

[@BobandBrad]

that's nice to hear, thank you

[@DNA350ppm]

Thank you for tips and encouragement, as always! Please, Bob, Brad, and Mike - inspire people to take up Nordic Walking, devloped at s sports-university in the middle of Finland (happiest country in the world). Originally to keep up cross-country skiing habits when in summer there is no snow. On you own, in pairs, or in groups. Because the exrcise is individually variable you can do it in company of very different ability. The poles give stability and fomt top to toe training. For example: I have poles only adjusted to my height, my hubby (being a great deal more atletic than I am), he has bungy-poles with resistance in them, which give more work-out for the shoulders, back, and arms. The resistance can be adjusted up to "black belt" poles. One can also add weight west, back pack, wrist or ancle weights, so that the group can stick together and keep talking (except momentarily when HIIT). No time wasted on boring strolls for anybody. In the backpack one can pack in refillable water bottles, from which you can drink, or water flowers on the way, to adjust the weight. 🙂

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing!

[@flennerflenner6401]

Thanks this is great info!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mayobabble]

I retired 2 yrs. ago. After working a manual labor job I was a physical wreck. Keep moving and keep the core strong.

[@BobandBrad]

For sure!

[@southerngirl773]

Great advise! Walking is crucial for mobility and longevity!

[@BobandBrad]

Absolutely correct!

[@katalac]

Good info guys!

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you liked it, thank you for watching!

[@Barb6106]

Loved this info and your encouragement. I walk daily..at 5:15am because it gets so hot after 6am. I am racing against myself..getting my speed up and now average 135-140 steps per minute and I walk for 45-55 minutes, depending on my route. I used to average 7500+steps a day till my daughter got me an Apple Watch 8 months ago. Now I work daily to keep up my goals and average 11500+ steps a day and stand more too. After eating ANYTHING (snacks included) I make myself walk for 2-3 minutes..it’s all games to increase my steps and motion. Watching tv, any commercial is a stand and march. I also practice getting on the floor, laying flat and then back to stand several times. Now doing 2-3 days a week with weights and bands, as there is no gym near me. You are so right about consistency… in 8 months I have only missed 2 days of 10k steps..(they were 8k steps and I had a good excuse🤪) I feel AMAZING..and with some exercise I learned, my knee pain is gone and I feel so great. Zero meds, 77 year old .. I work at this with diet and consistent movement. Thanks for excellent videos that keep me informed.

[@BobandBrad]

You are such an inspiration! Thank you so much for sharing this and keep up the great work!

[@sunnydavidson297]

Relentless heat and humidity stop me from walking. I live in Boston- always an pedestrian unfriendly city. Damaged pavements and sidewalks- many people fall. Tourists fill the sidewalk. Electric scooters zoom around. Dog walkers fan their "families" across the sidewalk. I wear Brooks Ariels, prescribed by a podiatrist.

[@BobandBrad]

Understandable but walking is essential, so if you can walk around a mall or somewhere similar, that would be extremely beneficial.

[@user-tj7om7od7f]

You guys are the best.

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you!

[@fmccuu]

Thank you for the excellent tutorial

[@BobandBrad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrSamadolfo]

😊 Keep Bicycling, its alot easier on the Knees

[@BobandBrad]

That's great too!

[@marianfrances4959]

Thank you! You guys are awesome.👍🇨🇦😎

[@BobandBrad]

We appreciate that! Thank you for watching!

[@dothatch5147]

I don’t walk anymore. I’m 77. I am not diabetic. I have peripheral neuropathy. I have bad back just had Epidurals in my back. My feet hurt or go to sleep and my legs hurt. I have arthritis in my right hip. I use a scooter in stores but when I get off even though my daughter picks me up at the door I can barely get there. This is awful. I’m not ready to do nothing but nothing is all I can do. Everything else checks out Healthy.i have 3 walkers and canes. I just want to be out of pain. I was a walker and member of gym before this happened.

[@oblivian1308]

I have similar pains at 25 from car accidents. I do a lot of back stretches to keep my muscle from contracting my spine

[@TrishaAllen1545]

Check out dr. Berg on KZbin he recommends B vitamins to help tremendously with nerve pain & high amounts of daily vitamin D… prayers for you to get some relief!!!

[@LindaC616]

Can you use a recumbent bike at a gym? For some reason, I have also had difficulty with my feet falling asleep while I bicycle, whether at the gym or on land, and sometimes, even when I run on the elliptical. But I just have to go through it

[@motheroak]

Hey Don! Check out Block Therapy it might be worth looking into to help get your life back! God Bless

[@ChittarupaYoga]

I agree with Linda. Can you do the bike? Or something with less impact on your body? See what's at your gym. Good luck.

[@karongraf308]

I'm walking at the ymca pool. Feeling so much better. I am 72. Its taked several months .Thank you, silver sneakers.

[@caroldorothy4138]

A change in diet should be added to this great list! So many of the issues you mentioned can improve simply from removing sugar and carbs!

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing!

[@christineramseyer4721]

I started hiking with a group of friends last year. It’s great. I finally swallowed my pride and started using one hiking pole and it has made a world of difference.

[@BobandBrad]

Awesome, no need to worry about having to use a walking stick or cane, so much better for you if you need it!

[@lisakurtz4655]

Very informative.Thank you!

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@drbassface]

Oppressive heat in Florida makes walking tough most of the year.

[@Burton_aka]

Contentment, balance doesnt mesh with the outside world as one ages. The balance leans towards that contentment extreme its been earned-so enjoy it ( idk-kinda based on these )

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Burton_aka]

@@BobandBrad it's a daily exercise, lol.

[@beckybramlett3515]

People( especially women) shouldn’t go for the “ fashionable “ shoe wear and go for a shoe that fits !! I am a 6 1/2-7 D width…… no way am I comfortable in the standard c- width !

[@Aguanuay1]

I used to sell shoes and saw a lot of deformed feet due to women either wanting to be stylish or not wanting to admit their true foot size.

[@dothatch5147]

@@beckybramlett3515 I wear new balance., hoka or brooks. My shoes have to be very light.

[@marjoriegarner5369]

Becky, I wear wide toed men's shoes with orthotic liners like Dr Scholls. I'm 82.

[@BobandBrad]

good advice!

[@rae0521]

I've just passed 85 & 210lbs... so I'm chubby. I used to walk 2-3 km daily until I had a major operation 5 years ago. I stopped during recovery and have never begun again. WHY? One major reason is SKIN IRRITATION. The slightest exertion makes me perspire profusely which leads to all kinds of irritation, fungal infections and time consuming showering and changing of clothing. In other words... a PAIN. I use all sorts of absorbent powders and fungal creams to keep the gremlins at bay. A far more effective solution is NOT TO SWEAT in the first place. I know, I know... excuses, excuses, excuses... but the issues are REAL. Just getting dressed and undressed, including donning compression stockings, as well as hoping I don't meet my maker by slipping in the shower saps most of the potential pleasure out of "going for a walk." I'd love to hear your motivational speech on this one.

[@BobandBrad]

The issues you speak about are real, that's for sure. We know these issues can really make it hard to stay in shape. We also know you can do anything you set your mind to. You don't even need to necessarily lose weight, as yes, of course this would help in making things easier. Even if you just strengthened your muscles, you could do more than you currently are and the harder things might become a little easier. It''s hard work to get there, but it's worth it. It all starts with you!! You CAN do it!! Here are some videos you can start with: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=strengthen

[@rae0521]

@@BobandBrad Thanks guys for your "motivational speech." I appreciate your time and attention. I do your recommended resistance exercises 2-3 times per week and I admit the extra "muscles" help with balance and mobility. All my best to you... and best wishes to Bob in dealing with his challenges. We just never know what potholes await us on this journey.

[@donna-1234]

I started wearing barefoot sneakers (wide toebox and zero drop) in my 60s and love them - no more back pain or bunion issues. But let me make a recommendation: start off slowly! The salesperson in the store told me to just wear them for a half hour at first and I didn’t want to believe her. Wore them for a few hours and could barely walk the next day due to sore calves. Other muscles are engaged with these shoes. You don’t want to overdo it at the beginning. Now, 3 years later, these are pretty much the only shoes I wear 😉

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for sharing!

[@rohanawolf2089]

Wow! I realized when I saw this that I had dreamt of doing "back attitudes" (your glut exercise) similar to what we did in my dream at the ballet barre. (I was a pro dancer in my 20's. Now I'm 71 and quite lazy physically due to my joint discomfort plus interests in which I follow mental pursuits in a seated position. My energy levels are pretty low, too, due to tired kidneys.) Anyway. I did the glut and abductor exercises, and what a relief I experienced in my hip and knee joints! Thank you both so much! Blessings! 🙏💗

[@ChittarupaYoga]

These guys have such great exercises to do. Glad you found them.

[@BobandBrad]

Great job, keep it up!

[@rohanawolf2089]

Up and down 15 sets 😉💃

[@billoneill9296]

I'm 66 and try for at least 7 miles a day. I live in Chicago and these last few days have been Florida like with the heat and humidity, so I'm averaging 11,000 steps. Ironically, as a native Chicagoan, the cold has never bothered me. However, as I'm 66 now, I am more concerned with ice, particularly the black ice that can't be seen. The other day a woman said I have nice legs but why are my calves so big.? I laughed and then she said I should wear longer shorts. Lol

[@BobandBrad]

Keep up the great work! You sound like you are doing amazing!

[@valeriekelly315]

I'm struggling now at 85 - have walked my little dog for miles in the last 15 years - now he's walking better than me. The thing is my right leg hurts in the upper thigh with every step. I've tried a stick, but it just seems to be an added liability with the dog leash, plus picking up his poo - never mind I shall put your exercises in practice and hope for some improvement x

[@BobandBrad]

Here are some videos that hopefully can help you with the thigh pain so you can get back at it: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=upper%20thigh%20pain

[@rosalynne8792]

Good to hear. I started walking (5+ km each way) to and from college...in 1970. Cheaper than public transport. From 1985 till 7 years ago...walked my dog (2 over this time) for 5 km...at 5.45 am..before work. Now retired...walk my current dog ...anytime of the day./every day. In fact, walk quite a few dogs that I look after.Average daily step count 15000 to 30000 steps per day. My heart dr. is very happy I do. Born with a faulty heart valve. Who would have thought walking to save $ would develop into a life time "habit".🐩👍🏻🇦🇺

[@jb6712]

Top reason for me--spinal arthritis with so much pain, it's nearly impossible to walk more than 50 feet without having to stop. I used to walk five miles a day every day, but once I suffered a huge injury that destroyed my right rotator cuff and fractured my right hip, as well as damaged my spine, that ended the long walks, and now I walk "distance" in stores while holding onto a shopping cart. Not about to tip over a 200 pound cart, so I feel a lot safer, and all the store managers around here have given me permission to walk as much as I want to without having to shop.

[@BobandBrad]

Just keep doing what you can even if it's not very far! All walking helps

[@shdwbnndbyyt]

I love to walk, but rarely do for long periods anymore. Basically shopping, walking my pups in yard and to/from dog park... no more long several mile walks in the state park... knee pain (bone on bone and had meniscus surgery in 2019). I want to walk the pups, but they aggravate my knee by pulling erractically either together or in different directions depending on what SQUIRREL!!! or other animal/person they see...(I have a Y-leash to keep them from tangling me in the leash as much). I do use a cane (inherited from my late broher of the same height), but I have to use it in my right hand (bad right knee) because 1) it is more comfortable on my knee most of the time to push on the cane on the right side and 2) I have to keep the leash in my less arthritic left hand. Note that my pups are a 14 pound 8 year old and a 18 pound 6 year old full brother and sister, both are chihuaussies (the 6 year old is in my icon picture at the left of my comment). The leash is a normal heavy duty leash, that at the end is tied to a 1000 pound rated swivel and connected via a link to the middle of a 10 foot chain (rated over 400 pounds) and each doggie's collar is connected via a link and military style locking carbiner... The 6 year old likes to chew (thus a chain) and the 8 year old keeps breaking swivels, links and chains (and rretractable leashes designed for doggoes over100 pounds).... Thus each time a chain or swivel breaks, I go to the next heavier strength.... as I cannot keep replacing them every several months... and losing Luke for over an hour while he runs around chasing cars, cats, squirrels, geese at full speed is unnerving... and painful to my knees... needless to say, he is used to racing big dogs along the fence in the dog park... and he is only JUST starting to lose more often... now it is a 50/50 thing rather than a 90/10 Luke advantage.

[@frankgradus9474]

keep on the move

[@BobandBrad]

Yes! Great advice!

[@lorenefrance7663]

I was going to mention the loose shoe string. Shoe are an issue for me as I have narrow heels and no matter what I do my heel come out of the shoes and added heel pads push the foot too far, bunch up toes.

[@jeanetteh.9240]

Try Googling "shoes with narrow heels."

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeB-in1nd]

I have been walking since I was 14 months old which has been 67 years

[@BobandBrad]

Nice!

[@gbosearcher-3686]

I fell several years ago and injured my L 2-4. Terrible pain and gotten worse. You name it. I probably had it done. Put 7 months of PT, TENS unit, traction, massage therapy, laser therapy, epidural shots, nerve bumps and RFA. Nothing has helped. I used to hike, miles and kayak. You can't do either one these days. Some days I can't even walk to the mailbox. I see a spine specialist and pain management Management management

[@cpataxpro]

Get an elliptical machine

[@gbosearcher-3686]

@@cpataxpro PT had me on one, pain levels through the roof, but thanks for the suggestion

[@gilliansmith6485]

What about chair based classes you can sit or stand. People in wheelchairs and walkers go to the class I attend.x

[@BobandBrad]

We are so sorry to hear that. Best of luck

[@gbosearcher-3686]

@@BobandBrad I will be having RFA tomorrow under sedation, hopefully some relief from that. I have had 4 nerve blocks, 2 worked great, 2 not so much.

[@kate4121]

I wish I walked on a daily basis. I’d have to be out around dawn to do that. I’m in my 70s and by 8 or 9 am it’s heats up here in AZ.

[@zuzuspetals8323]

Oriole cookies … Yum! 😂 Thanks for the encouragement. Keep cool.

[@lindaaphillippi7015]

Be sure to spit out the feathers

[@BobandBrad]

Anytime!

[@michelelindseth8250]

About twenty years ago both my knees were replaced, At first, i walked a lot. Now walking is much harder, especially in the last stages of Parkinsons. I can walk in my house but not in 117 degrees heat outside.

[@BobandBrad]

We hear ya. You are going through it, but we are here for you. Here are some videos that you might benefit from as well but also, don't fret about the walking! Walking around your house is better than nothing so keep it up!! It does matter! Here are those videos: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=parkinsons

[@toshagilliam1869]

You mentioned mortons neuroma....I have that too, along with ankle pain after I walk. What's the best sneakers to wear for my issues? Right now I wear new balance (more v4 & v3). Thank you.

[@BobandBrad]

You're welcome! Here are some videos that hopefully can help: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=morton

[@lindak1768]

I just ordered a walker today. My balance is off and I run out of breath. I have had a lot of falls. My legs are weak and I can’t get up off the floor unless something is close by to pull my self up. Hoping this will help me when I want to on walks or travel. At the grocery I grab a cart in the parking lot and hang on.

[@cpataxpro]

Start doing some upper body weight training to compensate. Use the walker and stop falling. There are YT videos on how to get back on your feet without anything nearby (you get on your knees, spread you feet and get on your toes, and then walk back your upper body using your arm strength ... easy peasy).

[@BobandBrad]

Good for you!

[@timvandermey4792]

Love the wide toe box on hoka. The heal cups are great, too. Probably too much drop? Idk. I definitely heel strike Danya

[@gabe6498]

Altra is terrific

[@cpataxpro]

Keep the heel strike. If not, you will catch your toes (front of shoe) on the surface, pitch forward and fall.

[@timvandermey4792]

​@@cpataxpro agree

[@cpataxpro]

@@timvandermey4792 Since I went to the slower, use the buttocks, side to side, toes out, heels first style I haven't fallen in over a year ... and I have severe balance issues. I don't care at all about "appearances" as long as I stay uninjured from falls.

[@SusiesRepeat]

@@gabe6498 yes these are the best shoes (Altra) I have ever had bar none.

[@denisefreeman2123]

Would love to walk but it’s averaging 110 around here in summer😢

[@BobandBrad]

A mall works and even just around your house would work in such weather!

[@robertpolnicky7702]

I walked 20 miles last week. Not on one shot though. I havent really noticed much difference. In stamina. My wal mart shoes get giant holes in the bottom in 3 weeks. I get a big bloody spot on my foot sometimes all over the floor.

[@BobandBrad]

That's great to walk that much! Sounds like you definitely need new shoes though. Take care of your feet, they affect so much of the rest of your body.

[@kellybryson7754]

What are the brands of shoes you recommend?

[@BobandBrad]

We don't really have brands that we promote, as we like certain criteria better than brands. That being said, people have asked what kind of shoes Mike wears and he wears Whitin & Ultra Shoes and for certain times, Brad likes Crocs. Here is another video you can watch that might interest you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5i8lGl9epVoeLMsi=5p-Vw7MWHlNeK8q8

[@dorishardystanley9977]

Multiple Sclerosis wrecked my gait

[@BobandBrad]

So sorry to hear that. Here are some videos you could try: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=scoliosis

[@324cmac]

But I've been told that heels striking the ground or floor (such as when you do the heel raise exercise) is good for your bones and circulation in your calves (to help varicose veins too).

[@BobandBrad]

I will put this on the to do list to see if we can make a video with our thoughts on this and why we come to those decisions! Great idea!

[@joolz5747]

I have severe arthritis and I have been walking every day at least since Covid for about 30 minutes to 60 minutes. But in January I fell and I had hip revision. I’m trying to walk and it is very difficult because of the situation. I’m hoping to be able to get back walking better in the next six months. It’s supposed to take a year. But I already was on a cane. Now I will have to be on a walker. But that’s OK if I can walk. My saving thing was walking I felt I was doing the best. I’m trying to walk and I’m 77 it’s very difficult very slow very painful but it seems to me. I should not stop. I go to PT three times a week now and that’s helping the muscles but I’m nervous because I want to keep walking and I don’t know what’s going to happen.

[@ChittarupaYoga]

It may be tough, but will get tougher if you do nothing. Good for you keeping on with what you can handle.

[@cpataxpro]

Join a health club with an indoor pool ... Y M C A

[@BobandBrad]

Keep up the great work, you can do it!!

[@juliej5917]

I went to my ortho with BAD heel pain after suffering several years. He told me if it was him he would just deal with it.. 😮 Thankfully he also told me that a new doctor was joining the practice that specialized on ankles. I had bone spurs that my Achilles was rubbing. For me, the surgery was a breeze, and I was back to 100% in no time pain-free.

[@BobandBrad]

So glad that worked out for you and thank goodness there was another doctor coming on board!

[@jillcnc]

And yet if you practice tai chi, you are taught tai chi walking, which is a heel first walk. Of course that is about weight shifting and is part of the practice, not necessarily how we walk. I'd like your thoughts on this.

[@BobandBrad]

This has been added to our to do list!

[@user-lz4hs4tu1k]

Loss of balance prevents walking Can we fix this

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

They have lots of videos on improving balance

[@BobandBrad]

Here is a link to all our balance exercises. Watch some and find 4-5 exercises/stretches you like and do those every day: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=balance

[@ellenspear50]

I'm older, but not old. I walk regularly (but I miss the hills I had to walk when I lived in New Zealand. New Hampshire is flat by comparison.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Perich29]

Hard to do it in Arizona when its 120 degrees outside right now.

[@timvandermey4792]

Mall walk

[@SusiesRepeat]

You can walk inside your house. My circuit inside my house is a 28 circuit to give me a mile. Sounds silly walking inside your house but it works.

[@cpataxpro]

@@Perich29 Pool walk.

[@BobandBrad]

Malls and stairs!!

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

I'm going to be 52 and I have osteoarthritis in my lumbar spine, hips and knees

[@BobandBrad]

Here are some videos that may help: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=%20osteoarthritis%20in%20my%20lumbar%20spine%2C%20hips%20and%20knees

[@user-mr7xw1mr9z]

helpful but no link on screen

[@BobandBrad]

The link is in the first comment!

[@emilympiti5131]

Thanks ,i walk for one hour three times a week

[@BobandBrad]

Awesome!

[@carmenthompson9803]

I use to walk but now I have sciatica and neurophy

[@judithsnook1139]

Try quijong exercises before walking; loosens things up for the sciatica. I have to do them first thing out of bed to just move comfortably. Many videos on you tube!

[@BobandBrad]

So sorry to hear that! You can still walk! Here are some links to videos that can help; please watch some of these and find a few you like and work them into your daily routine and hopefully things will change: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=peripheral%20neuropathy www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=sciatica

[@Tony1771-yj8mc]

I'm not that old yet but almost 60. Decided to start ice skating. One foot glides are pretty good for blance. Man those are tough to learn on a thin blade. I dread doing it backward. I don't see how people do it so effortlessly. On one foot and switch from forwards to backwards and vice versa while on one foot. Yikes. But I guess people see me that can't skate and think that about my forward glides, though on the inside they still make me a little nervous at times. Depends.

[@BobandBrad]

You'll get better and better! Keep up the great work!

[@bharrelson63]

What chair exercises can you do instead if you're simply unable to walk and walking is not an option?

[@ChittarupaYoga]

Actually, marching in the chair is something my physical therapist recommends to people.

[@cpataxpro]

There are about 5,000 articles and YT videos on this. Chair exercise can be a great way to get strength and aerobic conditioning!!!

[@gilliansmith6485]

There are videos on KZbin. I did those during covid. I now do classes at my local leisure centre.x

[@BobandBrad]

Glad you asked!! Here are some: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=chair%20exercises

[@bharrelson63]

@@BobandBrad Thank you!

[@sherilouthan5742]

There is no video link for the next walking video about stumbling over feet. Please post a link or name of it in the description of this video.

[@jeanc5199]

It is in the first comment. 😊

[@sherilouthan5742]

@@jeanc5199 thanks, it was not there earlier. I kept seeing just the second one

[@BobandBrad]

Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpTKaa2Be9OCd7csi=Jj5yYXTt0AyG8N35

[@ikramulhaq1787]

Better

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@singerjo5791]

I love to walk! I listen to Bible teaching while I walk.

[@BobandBrad]

Sounds great!

[@raffinataonline]

My thing is foot/ankle pain but also back spasms or a locking-up feeling which can stop me dead in my tracks, and I have no idea what to do about that. I find using a cane for support to be too slow.

[@BobandBrad]

Being too slow is better than not going at all! Here are some videos that may help: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=foot%20ankle%20pain www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=back%20spasms

[@alejandraaullet3967]

If I have bilateral sciatic pain is appropriate or recommended to walk? Do i get released of that pain ..be helpful??

[@BobandBrad]

Yes, you can still walk, which is actually great for you. Here is a link that hopefully will be helpful as well: www.bobandbrad.com/health-programs/sciatica-relief-program

[@Carmenjones-h9b]

what about home bike..?

[@sharonhearne5014]

I am afraid that my very old knee replacements will wear out for sure and the second replacements will never be as successful. The heat must be dealt with now in America making it far less safe for elderly walkers.

[@BobandBrad]

Let's hope not! Have you seen our knee replacement program that may help keep those in place: www.bobandbrad.com/health-programs/total-knee-replacement-fitness--program

[@keilana6]

Never had any prblem walking until last 2 months. Noe I can't strand up on one leg. My bones are cracking. & hip muscles tight. No longer can enjoy a daily walk.

[@jeanetteh.9240]

I hope you will see an orthopedist as soon as possible.

[@BobandBrad]

We are very sorry to hear this. Have you gotten a diagnosis as to what is wrong by your physician?

[@BobandBrad]

So sorry to hear this!

[@Jane-yq6yq]

I have Fibromyalgia and my physio gave me tho exercises but the longer i did them the worse my pain got. I feel i cant win

[@BobandBrad]

Sorry to hear that. Here are a few videos that may help: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=Fibromyalgia%20

[@humanstergamer3239]

is PRP good for it ? can i go for it

[@BobandBrad]

I have added this to our to do list!

[@Flyig_Walrus]

I wish people would talk bout benefits of a hard shoe for some people.

[@BobandBrad]

I will add this to our to do list!!

[@JohnGibbs-c7f]

Exercise on a rebounder is that ok.

[@BobandBrad]

That's great!

[@akaski777]

I’ve got sketchers

[@BobandBrad]

Do you like them?

[@akaski777]

@@BobandBrad Amazing Memory foam soles, very comfortable

[@mddell58]

OK. I just thought of something. BRAD, you're reminding me of the girls from, 'THE PRICE IS RIGHT!' Ya' know, when they show off living room set, a car, stereo, etc. Ha! Seriously. 😃

[@BobandBrad]

LOL, is that a compliment?

[@juliestedfast361]

I skip it when it hotter than 90 degrees

[@cindyrodriquez5226]

Incontinence issues

[@ahmedrind6407]

I have knees pain I can't walk long enough please advise me I do to walk more long distance?

[@cpataxpro]

Swim

[@BobandBrad]

Here is a program we would love you to watch: www.bobandbrad.com/health-programs/knee-pain-relief-program

[@ahmedrind6407]

@@BobandBrad thanks 🙏

[@chixbleau7321]

Im 58 and have many serious health ailments ..I walk ..lift weights and do exercises in the pool..I also try yoga and stretching..not only do we have to stay healthy..we also need to stay strong..Keep On Truckin

[@susanleishman8422]

No physical problems with walking. I just get bored no matter where i am and cant wait for it to be over.

[@laurasoftheart]

Try listening to an audiobook or music.

[@christaverduren690]

I water walk

[@ollie2034]

Thats a really good idea

[@BobandBrad]

Sounds great!

[@mlbs4803]

Neighbor's pit bulls running loose stopped me. I switched to swimming.

[@BobandBrad]

Ouch!

[@floydald]

When I walk any distance my Achilles tendon hurts.

[@BobandBrad]

Here are some videos that may help: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=achilles%20tendon

[@_My_Cosy_life_]

I am an 12 years old girl and now i can walk properly but when i walk 2-3 km then i get tired and my walking style gets weird even i go to check up and docter tell that I don't have any problem in my legs

[@BobandBrad]

Hmm, we would suggest you see a physician for a full proper examination to see what may be causing this

[@Aristipp-ng5fu]

You ˋre pulling my leg.

[@margaretek5350]

🙏🙏🙏💛🧡💚👏👏👏

[@BobandBrad]

Thank you for watching!

[@bobleiviska1275]

1. Mosquitos

[@BobandBrad]

lol

[@voices_vary]

Don't forget Nordic sticks!

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!