I started to use mine when I felt unsteady stepping down from the kerb to cross the road, as my ankles tend to give way. I also bought a small 3 wheeled shopping trolley, as carrying a bag of shopping made me off balanced. Not a good look, but it stops me falling and causing more damage to myself.
I blogged about your channel and several of my older readers now follow and are trying the exercises, particularly the ones related to better walking. I got a lot of benefit from the neck exercise using the rolled towel.
Guilty as charged, on all 5 accounts. I’ve also found that a cane with 4 feet (it will stand by itself) is more stable. If I have a bad day, I bring out the Walker - only indoors. Thank you for the share! Time to measure my cane height! ♥️
I use an adjustable-length shower curtain rod. Sounds ridiculous, but it was a life saver when I really messed up my back. The longer length allowed me to pull myself up from sitting rather than pushing on a shorter cane. I kept it at a height just below my chin. Using it as a trekking stick kept me more upright and comfortable than leaning on a cane. I would get painful spasms in my back and legs, and clasping the top of the rod and resting my chin on it kept me from crashing to the floor. I'm better now, but I still take my shower curtain rod with me everywhere, just in case.
Checking back report extraordinary improvement after squat chair exercise 4 times a day up to 15 squats each round. After 3 months by way of example I was at a VA Hospital appointment and decided to climb 4 levels! OMG an out of body experience no gasps for air and steady pace ... Thanks plus also your additional exercises are also beneficial too. I am 77 🎉
Yes, recognise all those situations. Glad you cleared up a few points, was wondering if I should search out a cane, before I completely lose my confidence, many thanks. X:)
Wonderful information! I have been wondering from where and why the twitching of my knee came. Now I know. Thanks so much! I use a walker in and out of my house for the fear of falling and having a hairline fracture but it was very painful. I don’t know what type of solution I can ask you for. I am sure you can advise me. Thanks again! I am 71.
I’m waiting for a new hip, but I prefer a crutch. I can skip along more quickly and when I need my hands, eg, to pay for something, it dangles on my arm. Got really used to it waiting 3 years for the NHS to mend my broken leg!
Thanks a lot. Your ideas for older people are quite good. By the way I am 72 years and I havent started using walking sticks yet. Please let me know how to delay my walking stick usage. What can I do to avoid using walking sticks yet?.. thanks again and God bless u. ❤
Do lots of squats. There is nothing wrong with using sticks. There are professional thru hikers that use walking poles all the time. They love them and they also help move you faster which works your heart muscle more!
You don't mention the use of two sticks which I find lifts my spine which reduces the pain a great deal. I have arthritis and stenosis of the spine from avove the waist down. More suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
In the English language there's a difference between a cane and a walking stick. A walking stick you use when you're walking in rough terrain, And a cane you use when you have medical issues like a poor leg.
Hello I’ve had 2back operations in the past, and now got sacroiliac joint pain , I used a posture stick which caused this , I’ve also now got painful knees my posture is terrible caused by painful back pain, would it be safe for me to use a walking stick to help my posture and knees,the posture stick caused a lot of discomfort. I would be grateful for your advice . Thank you .
What do you think about walking with ankle weights when you are walking specifically for exercise? I took a tumble once because the heel of my shoe hit a slight rise in the sidewalk. I'm thinking that with the ankle weight, I would raise my foot more, when I'm not using the ankle weight, which would be most of the time, and be less likely to catch a crack in the sidewalk with my heel. I also notice that sometimes I just don't lift my foot enough and prematurely contact the pavement with my shoe, which is unexpected and tends to try to make me tumble forward. Have I explained my concerns enough?
I’m taking a therapy course now for this and they get us to military march to get used to lifting our feet more, as well as many other hip and leg exercises, lunges etc, and stretches 😊
I use two so I spend less energy so I have more energy for fun things. but they really hurt my wrists and shoulders after a longer period of use. how can I fix this?
If that's the case, then I must have had arthritis, in my hip, in my early 20s. Had you considered that a nerve might get pinched, occasionally, resulting in the hip almost giving way, rather than it being a sign of arthritis or weak muscles? What's the remedy for this?
Arthritis pinches nerves. Other problems pinch nerves. Doctors can fix some of them, not all. Exercises are always helpful, even for digestion and blood circulation. Yes, some people start arthritis when young. There are meds to slow down the progression, and some foods aggravate it, such as tomatoes and potatoes.
I fractured my right humerous bone on March 11. According to the x-ray and Ct scan it has joined completely and I am told I can do things normally with a bit of arm exercises but no lifting heavy objects for yet awhile. I am 80 yrs old, energetic for my age but also have arthritis in my left knee. I feel I need a stick but which hand should I use? Please advise . With thanks and blessings.
I've found my cane is a lot more effective if I talk with a British accent while using it. I would say at least 30% more effective.
Everything is more effective with a British accent. 😉😄
Thanks, love your videos! So clear and concise! Very useful and valuable information! Much appreciated!❤👍
Thank you so much!
I started to use mine when I felt unsteady stepping down from the kerb to cross the road, as my ankles tend to give way. I also bought a small 3 wheeled shopping trolley, as carrying a bag of shopping made me off balanced. Not a good look, but it stops me falling and causing more damage to myself.
I’ve seen shoppers in their twenties with the Rollie’s, they are very practical!
That's a great idea!
Thank you so much.. Instructions on such an important issue always welcome from people who actually care. Might use one today. Bursitis in left knee.
You're very welcome
I blogged about your channel and several of my older readers now follow and are trying the exercises, particularly the ones related to better walking. I got a lot of benefit from the neck exercise using the rolled towel.
Thank you so much for your support!
Guilty as charged, on all 5 accounts. I’ve also found that a cane with 4 feet (it will stand by itself) is more stable. If I have a bad day, I bring out the Walker - only indoors. Thank you for the share! Time to measure my cane height! ♥️
Always happy to help!
Like the way you explain using the walking stick I was thinking about buying one due to a balance problem
I use an adjustable-length shower curtain rod. Sounds ridiculous, but it was a life saver when I really messed up my back. The longer length allowed me to pull myself up from sitting rather than pushing on a shorter cane. I kept it at a height just below my chin. Using it as a trekking stick kept me more upright and comfortable than leaning on a cane. I would get painful spasms in my back and legs, and clasping the top of the rod and resting my chin on it kept me from crashing to the floor. I'm better now, but I still take my shower curtain rod with me everywhere, just in case.
Checking back report extraordinary improvement after squat chair exercise 4 times a day up to 15 squats each round. After 3 months by way of example I was at a VA Hospital appointment and decided to climb 4 levels! OMG an out of body experience no gasps for air and steady pace ... Thanks plus also your additional exercises are also beneficial too. I am 77 🎉
Good for you. Take care. 😀
Thanks for the reminder. We all need inspiration like this.
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Another excellent video, Will!!! Thank you so much.
You're very welcome
Yes, recognise all those situations. Glad you cleared up a few points, was wondering if I should search out a cane, before I completely lose my confidence, many thanks. X:)
You're welcome :)
Wonderful information! I have been wondering from where and why the twitching of my knee came. Now I know. Thanks so much! I use a walker in and out of my house for the fear of falling and having a hairline fracture but it was very painful. I don’t know what type of solution I can ask you for. I am sure you can advise me. Thanks again! I am 71.
Have vertigo and tend to furniture walk at home. May need one just for balance and confidence.
I’m waiting for a new hip, but I prefer a crutch. I can skip along more quickly and when I need my hands, eg, to pay for something, it dangles on my arm. Got really used to it waiting 3 years for the NHS to mend my broken leg!
Thank you so much ❤
You're welcome
Another really useful video. Well done on the 300k subscribers.
Thank you so much!
I use one because of a knee injury sustained a few years ago. It sometimes just gives way on me when least expected thus the stick.
Thanks a lot. Your ideas for older people are quite good. By the way I am 72 years and I havent started using walking sticks yet. Please let me know how to delay my walking stick usage. What can I do to avoid using walking sticks yet?.. thanks again and God bless u. ❤
Do lots of squats. There is nothing wrong with using sticks. There are professional thru hikers that use walking poles all the time. They love them and they also help move you faster which works your heart muscle more!
Thank you for your video.
You're very welcome!
You don't mention the use of two sticks which I find lifts my spine which reduces the pain a great deal. I have arthritis and stenosis of the spine from avove the waist down. More suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I recommend 2 walking poles that are much more stable and exercises sizes your upper body
Will, what is your take on Barefoot walking that says use midfoot landing, instead of heel landing when we walk?
In the English language there's a difference between a cane and a walking stick. A walking stick you use when you're walking in rough terrain, And a cane you use when you have medical issues like a poor leg.
Hello I’ve had 2back operations in the past, and now got sacroiliac joint pain , I used a posture stick which caused this , I’ve also now got painful knees my posture is terrible caused by painful back pain, would it be safe for me to use a walking stick to help my posture and knees,the posture stick caused a lot of discomfort. I would be grateful for your advice . Thank you .
Love your videos, but I am now noticing that my hamstrings are very tight. Do you have a video for working with hamstrings?
Thank you for your comment - I will add this to my list of future videos!
What do you think about walking with ankle weights when you are walking specifically for exercise? I took a tumble once because the heel of my shoe hit a slight rise in the sidewalk. I'm thinking that with the ankle weight, I would raise my foot more, when I'm not using the ankle weight, which would be most of the time, and be less likely to catch a crack in the sidewalk with my heel.
I also notice that sometimes I just don't lift my foot enough and prematurely contact the pavement with my shoe, which is unexpected and tends to try to make me tumble forward.
Have I explained my concerns enough?
I’m taking a therapy course now for this and they get us to military march to get used to lifting our feet more, as well as many other hip and leg exercises, lunges etc, and stretches 😊
I use two so I spend less energy so I have more energy for fun things. but they really hurt my wrists and shoulders after a longer period of use. how can I fix this?
I use the stick onthe same side, ill try using opposite
If that's the case, then I must have had arthritis, in my hip, in my early 20s. Had you considered that a nerve might get pinched, occasionally, resulting in the hip almost giving way, rather than it being a sign of arthritis or weak muscles? What's the remedy for this?
Arthritis pinches nerves. Other problems pinch nerves. Doctors can fix some of them, not all. Exercises are always helpful, even for digestion and blood circulation. Yes, some people start arthritis when young. There are meds to slow down the progression, and some foods aggravate it, such as tomatoes and potatoes.
I fractured my right humerous bone on March 11. According to the x-ray and Ct scan it has joined completely and I am told I can do things normally with a bit of arm exercises but no lifting heavy objects for yet awhile. I am 80 yrs old, energetic for my age but also have arthritis in my left knee. I feel I need a stick but which hand should I use? Please advise . With thanks and blessings.
Hi Wendy in the video he says use the opposite hand, so you say left knee problem which would mean using your right hand for a stick. Good luck.
Jesus I,ve got all 5 off these traits, it,s not much fun getting old.
Thanks, Will for another really helpful video. You are my hero!
Thank you for your comment!
🛋️🪑🖥️Furniture walking😂😂😂 thank u for today’s video. ( me).
How about two walking sticks like hikers use with a pack on their back?
My left leg is ''Giving away,furniture walking and loss of balance'' so i guess i DO need a cane.....