Please tell anybody OVER-65 in your life: Why you MUST try to WALK a lot
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Thanks for reminding me, Dr. Dhand. My Dad jogged till he was about 73. Then he walked each day until he dropped.
Always a big thank you, Dr Dhand.
Best wishes to you and yours.
Thank you so much. I have a name in my retirement village as "Walkalot" after our on line shopping company Takealot in South Africa. I am 76 and walk 12 to 16 km every day. I absolutely love to walk and always arrive home feeling absolutely wonderful.
I love walking. My body hurts so bad if I don't.
I am 74 and I walk15,000 steps 6 days a week…I don’t walk slow I walk at a fast pace…I have two step counters to keep track of my steps…I pray I will make it to 100…that’s my goal!!!
And when you walk, put your phone away. Look at the trees. Listen to the birds. Smell the flowers. Look at the clouds. I like to stand under the tree limbs for a few minutes and look up. It's very calming.
And then you won’t trip!
It maintains better situational awareness and decreases the odds you'll be victimized too.
Awesome💙I do the same.
Yesss!!!🥰
@324cmac Beautiful advice! cmac, does that by some chance mean your name is Connie Mackintosh? for that was my late mum's maiden name.
A doctor who suggests exercise. That’s fresh.
A braindead troll makes another insignificant comment. That's fresh.
At my GP practice, they have LOTS of posters encouraging you to take more exercise. When I visited recently for a 24-hr blood pressure monitoring test, I went on my bike - and asked why, with all their posters about taking more exercise, they had nowhere safe to leave a bike.
'No-one comes here on a bike!' they answered.
'That's because there's no-where safe to leave it' I retorted. 'If I'd have known there was nowhere to leave it, I'd not have come on my bike either'.
SIGH. Next time it's pouring with rain I'll walk there and divest myself of all my sopping wet outer garments in the reception area, so they have to mop the floor, or it'll be a slip hazard.
In India doctors used to talk about food to take or not to take during sickness too for better and faster recovery. I don't know how it is now.
@@Sine-gl9ly Good idea
Every doctor I know suggests exercise.
If you want to be Able to walk later - Walk Now .
Basically, use it or lose it.
Walk as much as you can for as long as you can....your longevity depends on it.
Love Dr dhand however, my brother can't sleep. He's up all night and lives on sugar and has dementia. I guess he should get off the sugar but that will never happen. He's outside all day. If he sits he naps.
@@Mary-fn5rl sugar is poison and drives dementia! tough spot for you
@thisisme: Your independence is the goal. Dump the car. I guarantee you will be healthy....Tee
I’ve just got an ebike to aid my low impact exercise for knee strength and walk everyday.
Can't drive for 8 months
A few months ago, I had a herniated disc, and could barely get out of bed on my own power. I hadn't really done any good amount of walking for decades. After the inflammation subsided, I started walking- First a 1/8th mile, then ½, then 1 mile, etc. Every time I went out to walk, I could feel my back getting stronger. Now I'm approaching 4 miles a day, can pick up the grandkids, get in and out of low cars no problem. Not 100% yet, but much, much better. Lost weight, too! Walking is great for the body!
Amazing. I love your comment
Thank you, I love this comment too. Marvelous testimonial! So happy for you as well! This sure coincides with what the doctor says in this little video.
I herniated a disc that was pressing on a nerve 40 years ago. It was one of the most painful things. Im 69 now and have never had a problem with my back since because i looked after it, walked and did all the right things to strengthen my back again. You can heal if you really want to.
Walking daily does magic for the body❣️
You’re inspiring!
I am a 74 year old woman. I’ve always been active. I garden, have a few chickens and still have 3 sweet dogs from foster fails. My husband 78 years, does the yard work and helps me with the care of our Daughter. Our Daughter has Rett syndrome with micro encephalopathy. Her physical ability compares with a 6 month old. She is on 3 seizure medications. Her prognosis was grim. Her life expectancy has been reassessed from 2 years to 30 years, maximum. She is now 55 years old and needs me more than ever.By God’s grace, I wake up every morning for 57 years, with the love of my life! So grateful! Thank you Dr Dhand for all your great advice. God bless all. ♥️
Wishing you many more years as a family. You all are amazing ❤
@@sharonhochberg3671 ♥️
@@sharonhochberg3671 ♥️Ty
You are a blessing to the rest of us, dear lady! Jesus is glorified as he lives through you.
You & your husband have had to be very happy & content people, to be able to do all you do on top of lovingly care for your dependant child.
Well done. God trusted you with the care of your daughter..& look how she has thrived in your care. Incredible!
I am guilty of dropping off my walk routine. I need to get back to it! Thanks for reminding me!
You and me both! Got busy today though
I lost my reason to walk every day about 6 weeks ago when I had to end my puppy's life. I'm about to turn 73 and this message is a wakeup call to get back at it, doggie or not, ASAP. Thank you, Dr. Dhand.
@@avliskhope you 😂can get a new companion Very sad. My hubby put my cat down a month after my stroke. Sure miss him. My neighbor threw out his cat so I'm blessed with a sweetie. Got to get back to walking. Had at least 3 strokes and 4 seizures. Thank God I'm still upright!!!!! At 74 my back is killing me. Need help with that. Getting old is no fun at all. My mom called them the wonder years cuz you wonder what will go wrong next. Sure miss her.
@@Mary-fn5rl My Mom lived to 93 and had a series of strokes, too. She always fought through them and always recovered enough to keep mobile and lived alone right up to her final week of life. She even kept driving well into her 80's. Keep fighting is the best we can do. I'm not sure about getting another dog, though, as my back is really bad, too. I'm considering a rescue cat which might be easier to care for? Thank you for your comments.
Wow 93 thank you. I'm going to put a small garden in,. A nd I do the basement stairs
so my sisters don't have to keep. Coming over here to help me. Trying to be independent. Happy mother's day. Not to be a downer but I found out strokes and seizures are hereditary. God's been good to me.
I am in San Diego, 59, and walk 3-4 hours very early every morning. Just before COVID, while walking, I had met one of my neighbors who is Indian from India. He was 80 at that time and we started talking about walking and somehow I inspired him to walk longer. It had been a while since I had seen him and a few months ago when I saw him he hugged me for inspiring him to walk longer. He is now 84 years old and walks 17 miles EVERYDAY, he had walked 887 days straight as of the last time I had seen him a few months ago. He is now off most of his prescribed medication. He said he tells everyone about me how I inspired him to walk longer but I really think he is the one who is inspiring me to keep walking and never stop.
Every day
@@olderandwiser127 yes
What a great story & inspiring. Thank you.
3 - 4 hours? Or miles?
Amen.... keep it up!
I am an 83 year old yoga/fitness instructor. I love your videos and wish you were my doctor. I agree with you and " preach the same sermon " to my clients. Most people think that I am 60-65 years young.
you are an inspiration!!!!! thank you!!!
Inspiring! Keep going 💪🏽
Your EFFECTIVE age is very probably 60 ish and belies your calendar age. Keep it going!
I'm a 52 year old hybrid runner. Most ppl think I'm in my late 30s. I'm planning to be just like you in my 80s 🙂👍 Love it and keep going!
Just brilliant advice...! 👍
So true Doctor. And the older we get the faster our muscles weaken and the longer it takes to get it back.
At 86, I fast walk every day. I have a beautiful forest to walk in. Life is good!
"Beautiful forest to walk in" you planned your life well indeed,,,.
I walk with my mom most days, she’s 94. She can still get around the block with me (1 km) … slowly, using her cane 😊
God bless your mom! And you too!
@@williambunter3311 thank you so much 🙏☺️
94 and walks around the block? she's doing cartwheels! bless you mom's,,,.
Walk on the sunny side of the street. Two health benefits, one simpel action 💪
but can affect your spelling
@@smorkeyyy9845thank god for the spell checkers.
@@smorkeyyy9845got to love a spell checker.
Skin cancer?
@@Anthony-er8lmEliminate seed oils and skin cancer risk diminishes.
Got a german shepherd dog and my health has improved significantly....trail walks 2 to 3 times a day. Best companion. Game changer in my golden years.
Wonderful idea! My best to you
I walk my GSD two miles daily!
i'm 78 and got a lab puppy last year. lots of exercise and training 🏃♀️
@@judymiller5154I’m afraid of too old to take care of my dog I’m 59
We did the same A chocolate lab We named him Moose ! and we eat the same ‘ketovore’!
I’m 70. Was diagnosed with high blood pressure, type two diabetes and three stone overweight. That was in September 2013. Changed my diet to no sugar, no cakes, eating much less. I walk 10k steps per day. Swim 3 times per week. Lost a stone and BP is mildly high and dropping. I feel much better.
I ride a mountain bike with backpack 10 to 15 miles a day...no car for 10 years...
Best move ever...
🚲 ......go!
I just turned 62. I walk 4-5 miles daily. I have been doing this daily for years and years. Praise Jesus!
Get up and walk! Do it folks.
Jesus loves you all!!
I want to do it, but I now live in South Africa and the area is not the safest, but I think I should chance it in any case. I turned 64 in Feb. God bless....
So thankful for the love of Jesus. I’ve followed Him over 34 years ❤️
Oh, stop it with Jesus! Just walk!
i am amazed how intolerant people are of a simple comment that was said in kindness. I hope to never be so sassy to others who are kind simply because I disagree with them on a point. What hatred for others! @@jeffreyadams648
@@thommysides4616 I live in Central America now, I walk several days a week. I carry pepper spray for 4 legged dogs and the more dangerous 2 legged one.
I know not what part of South Afrika but yes try we must, us 64 year olds.
My goodness we're nearing becoming old people, time just keeps rolling along.
"Not my type of Indian " that's gold 😂😂😂❤❤
Had to throw that in 😂
I knew right away you meant native Indians, but your remarks had me giggling. I just love people who have a sense of humour, especially in the climate we now live in. 😊💙👍
Columbus as was aspirational but not very objective or open to falsification.
@@coweatsman he didn't know where he was
At the age of 67, my dog motovates me every day, for his walkies. 🐕🥰
That’s why dogs are awesome
A 67 yo dog? That’s a record age!😂
@@allegrosotto2126 No, I'm 67 years old... my dog, is102 years old. 😃
@@wayneharrison 🫢😁
@@drsuneeldhand No, they are not, they leave mess behind (people taking them in nature do not pick up), they are allowed to roam and run around, many older people are put off walking because of dogs running up to them, even if they are "friendly" they are a hazard. There are also occasional attacks, the word spreads and older people stop walking. Dogs also destroy fragile ecosystems. I walk with friends or alone and try to choose the times when doggie people are less around (they are largely predictable because they live their lives around their dog's need to defecate). Nature and other public places should not be a dog's playground or its toilet.
Both my parents died in an old age home,I saw many people in those homes that were in terrible shape,and suffered accordingly,I am 68 and I am forcing myself to excercise and eat properly for the first time in my life!
PL, do not force yourself.
Try to think it postively.
Maybe you can listen to music while walking ..start slowly but surely. ❤
Old age homes are awful places -- and they're getting worse as privatization becomes popular with provincial governments. I started walking 3 hours a day just to give myself a chance to stay out of those depressing institutions. And if that stops working, I'll opt for MAID over being an inmate in a nursing home.
@@TT-fq7pl " I'll opt for MAID over being an inmate in a nursing home."
"Inmate" had never heard this truth framed like this. At 64 I'm pushing myself to hopefully avoid such places; until absolutely necessary.
A quote from within the film, Shawshank Redemption. "Get busy living, or get busy dying."
TRUE AND SO MANY DIE AND THERE SO OBESE
Thank you for promoting walking for us humans.
For us - earthlings! 😊
As a 74 year old I walk miles daily after doing 30 situps and 30 pushups and 30 minutes of cardio karate exercises. I have always been a very active person and throughout my life have strode for exceptionalism in my exercise programs. I regularly have Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and feel like a 30 year old. I think this video is exceptional and congratulate Dr Dhand on his advice to older people. Stay active ...... Stay alive !!!!!
Inspiring. Thank you.
You are astonishing. Thank you for sharing that, it really inspires me! Many blessings upon you ❤
While I understand your described method of walking, I would also say that it is very difficult to walk distances, if you have no core strength. It was suggested to me, a long time ago, to use trekking poles. I ignored the advice and really never could get in to walking because of extreme pain during and afterward. Btw, I gave birth to 4 kids without anything, so generally I can take pain. Wanting to be able to go long distances, I finally started using a set of trekking poles. I found that the extra stability allowed me to walk faster than my husband and waaay longer than without them. At the start of a 5 month trip to Alaska last summer, I was unable to walk around a city block, without them. By the end of the summer, in the same city, I jumped out of our vehicle and totally forgot to grab them. I had no problems walking. They made a big difference in helping me build up my core muscles and trained me to walk with a better posture. I love your content. You are a breath of fresh air!
Do you have some that you can recommend?
Good to know, ty
YOU are a breath of fresh air, and truly inspiring, thank you.
Glad to read your comment. I just bought poles and I hope to have the same results you've had!
they are wonderful things, I rehabilitated myself with them, no one told me about them I spent years and years with a hip pain complex issue and torn tendons.... couldn't walk at all was in a wheelchair then crutches. Now I walk daily with a backpack with weights no pain. I started walking with trekking poles and gradually got better and better. combined with heated pool therapy. I was not able to walk without them the pain was too much and I hobbled home then had a lot of pain. with the trekking poles I focused on form and slow walking just 500 metres at the time. the walking itself helps strengthen and keep fluid moving.
I’m “pushing” 80. Walk every day, have for years, I walk. I. Nature, but also make a point of not parking near the door to stores. That way, I get an extra walk. I do a lot of art, drawing and painting, but I have to make sure that I get up and take a break. I walk around my house. I wash my car my car, vacuum, mop the kitchen floor, and I swim almost daily from May through September. I ear simple, whole foods, with one weakness…vanilla ice cream. I have no heart problems, no osteoporosis, no high BP, I’m 5’4”, 123 lbs., more or less. I do have osteoarthritis quite serious in my hands, especially my left hand, and a cervical problem from which I sometimes get pain in the back of my head. I manage these problems, take no medications except Advil if I have neck pain at night so I can sleep. I avoid all medical people like the plague. Sorry, I wrote an epistle.
❤❤❤
That was avery inspiring epistle! I want to follow your example and hope that I can get down to 123! ( Im your same height)
@@Julia29853you can!
Are you my long-lost twin?
Well, I'm a wee bit heavier than you, but am muscular and solidly-built, which is where most of my weight is. I am told I have the BP and bone density of a pre-menopausal woman, instead of one 30 years older ... I do have arthritis in several joints on my left side from old sporting injuries in my 20s, which returned to haunt me when I hit 70, so now find that prolonged walking can be painful beyond a certain point - but a couple of ibuprofen usually solve the issue, together with getting out on my bike for a couple of days rather than walking long distances. I gave up driving when I realised my reaction time was slowing a little and my eyesight deteriorating (although better than many who legally drive, I am assured) which is when I bought a nice folding bike. I do my weekly shop at a big supermarket with my bike, and take it with me on public transport if I go to visit new places for a day or a weekend, in order to explore more widely than I have time for on foot.
As epistle that was a joy to read
I am 69 old lady love walking. Thank you doctor❤
I'm 66 y.o. now. Last year I hiked 480 miles on a single trip. It does a lot of good at my age. The year before I slipped on loose rocks after 260 miles and dislocated a shoulder. Oh well. I hiked 9 more miles into town and took a train home. Live to hike another day.
Keep up the great advice. Thanks.
When I retired, I looked around at various outdoor activities to do, as going for a walk wasn't enough ...so many required lots of $$, and/or other people to engage with to play any kind of game, golf, tennis, pickleball etc
So...I took up stunt kite flying!... it's perfect for me..I get to be outside, tou are moving around, back and forth, walking backwards...thinking, hand eye coordination, etc..I've met other "kite people"...and am learning a new skill, and having a lot of fun. I also have single line kites too, and the joy that colourful kites floating in the breeze gives to others is worth all my efforts...so many positive, happy people comment as they walk by, looking up instead at their phones.
I highly recommend this activity to everyone!
Most people in the U.S. never walk much. They will drive around a parking lot looking for a space as close to the door as they can possibly get.
That's funny. My father always parked as far from 6:22 the entrance as possible so no one would scratch his car!
Town planning decisions and the demonisation of the 15 minute walkable city. Yet every beautiful is a 15 minute walkable city. A walkable city is one where a pedestrian doesn't feel like an outsider or an intruder when walking as one does when walking a few miles along a 6 line main road and can easily attend to daily needs like shopping. The psychology or town planning shapes people default locomotion mode as well as revealing the sad psychology of town planners themselves. The exuberance of energy has pushed us further apart, physically and emotionally, and has directly fuelled the suburbanisation process. The more energy we utilise in our civilisation the unhappier we have become, like like poles of magnets. Energy exuberance has pushed us apart in politics and geopolitics too.
Yes ... and when they find a spot close to the door they exclaim "Thank You Jesus!" ): (Seriously, at least many of my ex co-workers that I use to know)
😂
@@ddeanw.3237 When I hear of people praying to get a car parking space I wonder who did God inconvenience just to give THEM some place to park. How arrogant! And how did God do this? Cause another car to crash into them so they do not reach the parking space before them? Or send a micro meteorite hurling towards their car? Or take control of another car and drive the alarmed driver somewhere else. Just how does this miracle play out. In a universe 96 billion lights years across God decided to give his attention to one petty entitled frustrated driver? Wow!
Dear Dr Dhand I'm 62 and I have recently given up my office job and I am now a dog walker. I have my own dog too. My dog gets walked for 2 hours each day and every dog I walk gets an hour. As well as that, I mostly walk between each dogs home. I'm out every day in nature and I love it. Thank you for your wonderful videos.
At 75, never drove, totally agile. Stairs are not a barrier.
Stairs are the best thing for you-until they aren’t.
@@richardjarrell3585 Stairs are great, if you can find them.
I walk loads. I'm 63, and I walk loads in my job. It really hurts my back, but I still do it.
Maybe check your walking posture?
@AntonHu It's hard with bottom back pain, but I do about 25k steps a day at work, and I can hardly walk when I walk home, but I will keep on as long as I can.
@@pam164go and see an osteopath
66 and now 3 years of wearing barefoot shoes. It’s definitely improved my back . And knees .
@@pam164eat meat only for 3 months. It will change your life drastically for the better!
I walk incline daily after weightlifting. Am 71. Have been doing similar routines since age 18.
This is a huge wake up call. Ever since COVID, I have become very sedentary. It’s now time to get off of my good intentions and get moving again. Thanks for the reminder. 👍
In the age of having a phone app or a remote device to do just about anything, from turning on/off the lights to ordering food, we are the laziest people that ever lived.
Also the sickest. ):
I agree with you but one positive - I have a walking app on my phone which tracks my walking AND it nags me every morning to go out for my walk 😂.
Our forefathers would laugh at us today, if they were to visit.
We have become "Vermicious knids".
Like people in the space ship in movie WALLe
This is just what I need. I used to walk a lot, mikes and miles, it wasn’t always easy, but my pal died suddenly and I haveny got into a routine of walking since. However, this is the boost I need. I am going on 83, very alert mentally and in good shape, but do find balance issues are creeping up on me, so here we go! Thank you.
We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw
I'm 62. I recently moved to a more walkable area. Walkability was one of my main criteria in choosing where to move. I choose not to own a car. There are buses here but I have yet to take one in the 5 months I've been here. I have a little shopping cart that I pull to the grocery store. I actually enjoy my grocery walks the most because pulling the cart seems to help me feel more balanced and grounded. Almost like a reverse walker 😂 . I also sometimes use trekking poles. Shoes are very important. Appalachian trail hikers on UA-cam are the ones who know what shoes are best. I have worked up to an occasional 6 mile walk and it's fantastic. I want to keep walking and live to be "that crazy old lady who walks all over the place with her bag lady cart!" 😂 I was a crippled child and maybe that's made me now immensely appreciate the joy in the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other, getting out under the open sky, down tree lined sidewalks, sun or clouds either is beautiful to me, even the snow, hearing birds singing their hearts out in the early morning, feeling the breezes, enjoying every season. You see and hear and feel so much more on foot. And it's exhilarating and strengthening. I swear I can feel my bones getting stronger when I walk. 👣❤
I love hiking. Nothing better than being out in nature. A great mood boost. It helps to keep my joints more flexible so osteoarthritis doesn't hurt as much. I'm a post-menopausal woman, so weight control is also important to me. Hiking and walking help quite a bit.
Walking is essential over the age of 70. Trouble is most people of that age don't want to walk. So GET A DOG. If you love your dog you will love walking with it. No better little companion. I'm 79, have a mini Schnauzer and I walk 2 miles every day. I was told I have a body of a 55 year old. nice compliment but not sure they weren't being over kind.
Exactly!!! 🚶🏼♀️walk, walk, walk!!!
@@et1016 I don't know what I enjoy less - walking or dogs!!
Try a bicycle😉
Yes!! I really struggle with chronic fatigue, my energy just drops away anytime, anywhere so I've trained my Wolfdogs to assist me to get back to my car, when this fails I put on knee pads and crawl, who cares how long it takes or how muddy it is as long as we've done it.
@@essanjay8604I dislike dogs because when I go on walks - the dogs bark or run at me giving me horrible stress . Dog owners are not always considerate . Follow leash laws . It’s so maddening that dogs have more freedom than some humans
wow! I'm 63 and well I'm listening to this video. I was already walking. I take walks in nature everyday twice a day and I'm only 135 lb very healthy and plan to stay that way as long as I can. and I really appreciate all your videos. you're the best doctor there is. thank you once again
Keep that up! Great work
Hello Dolly. Glad to hear that you're still going, you're still glowing ... you're still going strong! ☺ 👍
Walking is my #1 exercise. The benefits are both physical and mental. I've been regularly walking for decades, and I consider it to be a key reason why I'm healthy.
Thomas Jefferson has some great quotes…
“The government you elect is the government you deserve” joe Biden IS signing the WHO treaty.
22 states have responded to this criminal act stating they will not be a part of it or comply. It is illegal to "give away" any part of American sovereignty.
Very disturbing.
FJB
Except nobody "elected" him
Yes, he also said that all men were created equal, endowed with inalienable rights at the same time that he enslaved up to 600 people throughout his life (some of whom had to be sold off by his daughter after his death since he was deep in debt).
Yes, if we vote in Trump, we will have a guy who has said he will be a dictator. I guess we’ll deserve having one, right?
I am 58 and I force myself to go to the track even if I don't feel like it. It was hot today in Pa but I made sure i got a mile in. I just started back about a week ago and I have been there about 5 times so far. If it was a little cooler I would have done more but a mile is better than no mile.
Thank you. I’m 76. I have been getting more lazy and I have no real excuse. I try to blame my back pain from scoliosis but I know that my tendency to sit just exacerbates that and weakens my back muscles. I can always walk the hallways of my apartment building if weather is inclement so no excuses. See you in the hallways! 👋🤗
Love walking, I walk everyday and do at least 7 km sometimes more always feel better for it, I’ve never regretted a walk 😊
In the "old country" we are on our feet, walking and working all of the time, not for exercise sake, for necessity. No cars...Some times we'll ride bicycles, weather permitting. Mostly, it's walking...to our jobs (which also require being on our feet), to school, shopping, to events...etc. We don't even think about it. In USA and the West, people sit most of the time...and take numerous drugs if they don't feel good. When I don't feel like myself, I just step outside and start moving...
What country do you live in ? Wish I could move there!
Walk, it doesn't have to be a marathon. My walk every day is a highlight of the day. Thank you Dr Dhand.
I hope you'll make a video on resistance training as well. It's fantastic for older people. I'm 76 and it has really improved my life and my health.
I am 73yrs. I was diagnosed as T2 diabetic 20yrs. Back. My motto since then walk today and be healthy tomorrow.
I come from South Asian country.
Recovering slowly from periphal neuropathy, I really miss my hikes, but i will get back at it! Thank you Doc for these shares!
Rebounding is really good for peripheral neuropathy as is taking alpha lipoic acid
As always doctor you speak the truth as long as I can these legs will move outdoors in nature in the garden planting harvesting daily or preparing a new bed nature and the outdoors have been my salvation these past five years even as a young child on my grandparents garden next to a mountain stream … stay blessed Dr and thanking you for caring for us…
Suneel you are 99% right. I am pushing 70 have had physical issues that have prevented walking. Dr was of no help. Paroxtine does not address real physical issues. Drs need to help folks deal with issues while increasing the walking. Rant over.
Great advice as always Dr. Dhand. I'm 67 and walk about 2 miles every day. It's a great way to clear your mind and take in the beauty around us. The world has gone bonkers in many respects, so taking a walk is a great reset. I'm paraphrasing an old Italian saying..." it's alright to take a nap after lunch, but after dinner you should take a walk". If you go to Italy you'll notice many people out in the evenings taking a "passeggiata".
There are a number of reasons to walk. But in physiological terms, walking (with good hydration) reduces the viscosity of the blood, improves the flow to all peripheral areas (including the brain) and improves the blood supply to every part of the body. Doing this regularly (along with reasonable weight training exercise) is the equivalent to an "orgasm" for the entire body.
Not all people are able to do this due to foot and ankle pain. It is very important that you see a podiatrist if you have difficulty or pain in your foot and ankle. They can provide you with many NON-SURGICAL ways to reduce the pain and discomfort so you can walk regularly. Even if you are very obese and have heel pain.
Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)
Retired surgeon
I am an italian doctor and agree as i am a walker too
I retired in October and my walking has decreased significantly. I can feel myself getting old fast. I need to heed your advice. Thanks for posting this.
My adult grandchildren took me on a hike up a steep hill yesterday. I'm 70. I admit I had to dig deep but I made it up and continued the hike right along with them. I just decided one day I want to be able to keep up with them as long as I can. Bragging alert: I managed to beat my 28 year old granddaughter in tricep dips. She gave out and I kept going.
It doesn't take long to notice real benefits. Our bodies are amazing and respond quickly to regular exercise. It's so worth it Doc. I feel better than I have in years...and I lost 30 lbs. Just do it. You won't regret it.
Iam 64 and I walk every day. If it’s hot or extreme cold I don’t but I do stretching indoors. Very active! I always feel better
Thank you Dr. Dhand, it is extremely important reminder. I am 61 and living in a high rise on 17th floor. Not very happy with it, but for a while, I won't be able to move. So, when life gives you lemons, you make some lemonade - I started to walk down the stairs daily, then up the stairs. At first it was hard to climb more than 3-4 floors before I needed a break, now, 3 months later, I I go up and down without even thinking about it, no break needed. Same with walking - it took me approx 6 weeks to come from barely being able to walk 15 minutes around my neighbourhood to walking 10 kilometres daily. I now feel like I'm 35 again 😊
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Well done! That’s a phenomenal achievement - thanks for sharing
Spot on!!! I started walking a lot in 2017 aged 61. Now 68, very fit, very healthy - no meds - even go to the gym twice weekly.
The greatest example of a walker is Jesus Christ. Blessings all
Gotta share about my father-in-law. Had quadruple bypass surgery just before he retired. After he got back on his feet, he started walking 2 miles a day. First thing in the morning, weather didn’t matter. He started to walk less after he turned 85, but kept walking. He’s not regularly walking now but still does some yard work. He’ll be 96 in August. I’m 66-1/2 and just got back from 2.4 miles. (I can be taught!)
Thanks for sharing this amazing story Rick. What a man!
I must admit I don't walk a lot at 68yrs of age. I will try and follow this advice. BTW, there's a book called "The Exercise Myth" and it finishes by concluding that walking, and swimming are the best exercices.
Another blessing to having a dog!.........My Pomeranian mixed dog loves to walk with me 2 times a day...7 DAYS a week/ I Also do light hand weights 3/5 lbs.....I Do 30 t0 40 squats DAILY, ...30vto 50 reps WITH my hand weights .........I eat a flexible vegetarian way of eating and maintaining my yearly health maintenance....LOTS of water....NO SUGARY FOODS OR DRINKS.....NO RED MEAT OR PORK....NO DELI MEAT OR BREAKFAST MEATS.....NO FAST FOOD OR FROZEN MEALS....ALL OF MY MEALS ARE COOKED AT HOME (I LOVE COOKING)......I love cold pressed extra virgin olive oil...raw organic honey....multi grain bread....wild caught Alaskan salmon, halibut, flounder, lean turkey and chicken, sardines and tuma in water/wild caught....low fat plain Greek yogurt...lots of fresh fruit and vegetables...etc.....Very little stress, I'm spiritual, PRAY DAILY , meditate,.....IT WORKS!
Salmon roams the open ocean before returning to his/her birth area. It brings all that it was exposed to in our toxic oceans. Fukushima, the English Channel region where drums and drums of radioactive stuff was dumped around WW-2.
Americas testing grounds where they buried stuffs, the dome has been leaking for decades. Germany dumped plenty on her side around WW-2 also.
Chickens have started coming home to roost ladies and gentlemen and all of society is impacted.
Put a glow light to your tuna, don't be surprised of what you might see.
Bonus, Bonus, Japan is now dumping radiated water into the Pacific, daily now!.
If you live in southern America, I will invite you to re-visit your pig phobia and perhaps consider buying a rifle to kill you some wild hogs. Tip, wild is healthy farmed is not.
No license needed I believe because these animals are destroying states.
I've retired now to Central America but was strongly considering the South precisely so I could hunt pigs. Today I hunt for land crabs, fish and hang out in the jungle much as possible. Do carry Bear spray, a loud horn, for that eventual hello from a Jaguar.
Thanks for stressing this as you age!! Keep those legs strong!!! I bought a Fitbit 27 months ago…(you get badges sent to you as you pass certain milestones) I just got my Nile badge. Walked 4132 miles! I swore I would never walk less than AT LEAST 7500 steps a day and only missed THAT MINIMUM 3 times. (One time I went to bed forgetting to check and I walked 7496!! So frustrating! 🤪) some days I go a lot further. I’ve recently started FIW (fast interval walking..3 minutes fast/regular, 5 intervals).. really good workout. I’ve started weights and doing beginner “knees over toes” guy exercises, which are really helpful for my knees-and leg strength!
I’m 77 y/o female… no meds
No sugar, ultra processed food or alcohol.
I really appreciate your channel and the emphasis on self awareness and self regulation…and not buying into big pharma and big money medical. We have to do as much as we can for ourselves…especially as we age!!!
Am a 65 year old guy and underwent a triple bypass in 2012. I was overweight/obese at 255 lbs (5'10) my BP would average in the 155-165 over 95-100+ range. Was prescribed Carvedilol as well as Amlodopine and Lipitor. Over the next year or so, post op, I was on a mission to wean myself off of any medications, much to my GP's and cardiologists chagrin. I did my due diligent research and decided I would implement fasting as well as a 'whole food' eating regimen and a whole lot of juicing. Just last week I had my yearly full physical. My weight is 170 (averages 168-174) as it has been for several years now. My BP averages 114-120/80-88. My total cholesterol is always under 200 with HDL being 72 and LDL 101 on average.
My juicing regimen consists of celery, carrots, red beets, kale, with fresh ginger, and an apple for sweetness, and turmeric which I make a one gallon batch of and lasts pretty much all week which I sip on. I am also an avid walker, usually putting in at least 10k steps per day but it's not unusual to go 20k or even more. These are not walk around-the-block steps either, rather - they're (as I refer to them) considerable extended cardio exercizes. I live in the mountains of California north of L.A. and I 'section' hike parts of the Pacific Crest Trail which is anything but flat. On the contrary. Unrelenting 2,3,4, and more mile uphill grades are the geological norm. Of course, going up to the turn around point is half way there, then it's the downhill. Just today my fit bit confirmed 24,655 steps and 12.7 miles. Duration was 3.22 hours. I simply can not over emphasize the absolute transformation. As mentioned above, I am also an advocate of both, intermittant and long term fasting. I do OMAD (one meal a day) as well as a nothing-but-water 14 day fast, twice a year. My doctors had no answer when I told them years ago - I had been non-compliant and opted to pursue healthy whole foods, exercise, and fasting as my medicine. They simply tell me to 'keep on doing what you're doing'. Not in all cases, but certainly some, I am of the mindset that our 'medical system' here in the states is not a health care system at all, but rather a symptom appeasement program not addressing root causes of illnesses opting rather to take the edge off and prescribe a myriad of a medicinal 'cocktails' to numb the symptoms. Now, certainly there are people with health issues and conditions which absolutely require close professional supervision and medications to maintain some quality of life.
I am NO doctor and can only speak to what MY life's challenges have taught me and the results I now benefit from.
Fifteen years ago when I was 50. Nobody on Gods green earth would be able to convince me I'd weigh what I do now, NOR - be as active with the regimen I have adopted. My energy levels, endurance, cognitive ability, sleep quality, and overall healthy 'state of being' is as good as I can remember them ever being.
I recall my grandfather on my dad's side who emigrated here from Austria in 1953 and lived to be 98 telling us two things to always remember. 1.) "Watch the pennies and the dollars wil take care of themselves." 2.) "Water in motion never stagnates. Stagnation takes place once the movement stops, so keep moving"
You are so 'on point' Dr. Dhand. Thank you!
Love this time of year - up at 5.30am to walk my dog for an hour. And just about to walk to the shops. No phone, just fresh air and sea breeze. If you dont use it, you lose it. Great advice - a few months from 65 - but a lifetime of dogs keeps you on the move!
Love to all from the UK
Good comment.
Love to you too, from Hertfordshire! ❤
I think one of the barriers is running into a loose pit bull. People are so irresponsible and you just can't do it in certain neighborhoods or parks even.
Dr. S.D., a huge thank you for the advice. And, btw, it's spot on. I spent about 6 yrs with 8 hr or longer in front of the computer & didn't get up from my chair so I allowed my leg & back muscles to deteriorate further. Now I'm having to rebuild those muscles &, trust me, it's VERY painful at my age greater than 70. My spouse tried to warn me but I didn't listen. I encourage everyone to get up & move & enjoy nature (e.g., flowers, birds, squirrels, trees, smell the fresh air, hear the breeze, etc. There's nothing on the computer/phone one can't view later.
I bought a VR with lot of physical activities and games. It's been a huge upgrade to my activity levels. I just am not going to go outside and walk much, it's just not for me, however my new VR has increased my activity level a great deal.
Our bodies were designed to move!
Yes dr Dhand
I walk everyday,2 hours long walk 7 days a week, and lap swim 4/7, 40 minutes each time, for decades. That's the best medicine. I barely get sick, cannot remember how it feels a cold flu,and lastly no vaccines of any kind ever. Am 71, was refused many times senior discounts because they said only for 55+. I do often hiking in the mountains along the coast at the point lobos in Carmel by the sea. Its a long all day hike . It's easy for me.
You're the best doctor and am visiting your site daily to learn new things.
Thank you
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I totally respect you! Well done for being vaccine free, I am the same at 58 and so is my child at 16.
I have my parents to thank for my vaccine-free childhood, and I have made the same choice for my beautifully healthy daughter.
My boots are made for walking and that's just what they'll do 😊
I can attest to this fact. Last year Aug 2023 my last adult child moved to her own apartment. No longer having the responsibility of raising children my routine changed . Sept - Dec I became sedentary and started eating larger meals 3 times a day along with an evening snack. By Jan 2024 I gained 30 pounds . Just vacuuming the house became difficult . My whole body ached . My 2024 resolution was to be become physically fit and eat healthy . I started doing chair yoga three times a week in my living room. It wasn’t enough. I live 2 miles from the beach so I started walking with my dog to the beach and back home every morning for a total of 4 miles every day starting in March . I lowered my calorie intake to 1200 calories per day. I have lost 15 pounds. I no longer have back pain or any body aches . I feel so much better now both physically and mentally. This is my new routine for the rest of my life. I’m planning to start lifting weights in my living room to tone my arms . I just want to add that I started out walking 2 miles for the first month then increased to 4 miles. I just subscribed to your channel ❤
I do agree. I quit the gym after 63 years when it closed due to the covid nonsense. Since then, every morning I walk on an up and down route for at least 1/2 hour rain or shine, and have replaced my weightlifting with pushups, chinups, squats, etc. Not as strong as I used to be, but at 80 years old, so what? I still have enough energy to do tree work and cut and split firewood, so I guess it's OK. Thanks doctor, for advocating a healthy lifestyle.
Always loved walking, I am 66 and now have severe arthritis in my knees, however, I may not be able to walk like I did, but, I purchased a Recumbent bike and use it several times a week, but, still, not as much as I should !!!
Sorry to hear about your arthritis. Bike is a great idea!
Get knee replacements. I have had two and can walk easily. Before I had osteoarthritis that caused pain while walking
I walk to the cafe, about 3.4K every day, so a nearly 7k round trip. I have to concentrate to keep my shoulders back, and look straight forward. I am 77, and was forced to retire at 75 for vaccine refusal. thanks Suneel. I am intrigued by your accent, which I notice that other people have from the UK, but seems to be a mixture of older accents😊
Why didn't you just take the vaccine? Even if you're a conspiracy theorist, you were already too old to worry about it that much.
@@TT-fq7pl You clearly do not understand this massive subject at all.
Respect to you. Well done.
I am totally unvaccinated at 58. ❤
@@katedavies9578 Congratulations on your paranoia and your selfishness. All those who lost people during the pandemic are so grateful.
From a Chiropractor, I received good advice to walk bare feet for 20mins on dirt, grass, sand. This connects you to the earths magnetic field, which also acts as an antioxidant for the body. The Hippocampus also gets stimuli increasing dopamine. Plus 26 more muscles in your feet are actuated compare to walking on concrete with rubber soles.
It’s called earthing. Very good for children to do as well
Yes, Earthing. Doug and Stacy have video on this.
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I am 78 and I appreciate that you offer some very helpful suggestions to help keep us healthy. I live in Colorado and boy during the winter it is difficult to walk outdoors. I am better at in the summer. I used to walk at the senior center. However I can't do that now. Thank you for caring about us older folks. Living longer lives is good if you are mobile and active. Thank you again. I will start walking more.
I could not agree more. As an 85 yr old woman I have started having walks in the morning at a nearby park. There has been such a great improvement in my body; it has been good for better digestion, greater energy, clear thinking and joy.
I love walking. My father has walked every day for a big part of his life, and he is 95.
I had surgery three weeks ago. I found my legs weak. So I started walking to gain strength. It's only been 4 days and I can feel some improvement.
Walking is certainly helping me with my stress, anxiety, and depression. I thoroughly recommend it. As a side note, Dr I love your jacket.
I just turned 62. I weight train 3 times a week, do cardio in the gym 3 times a week and jog 20 miles a week. I am a colon cancer survivor who completely changed my eating habits about 4 years ago by eliminating most processed carbs and losing 70 pounds. I plan to be active as long as I live .
Walking is the best exercise for older folks, besides swimming. When I was a kid, people used to walk to the local shops, or we kids all the way to the school. Nowadays, people will take the bus even if it is just a couple of stops, instead of walking there. Thanks for sharing this video.
I'm 64 and do more physical work now than ever before in my youth. Looking after a baby, cleaning the house, gardening, fostering animals, walking dogs, jumping to conclusions, and and and 😁 Never been fitter!
Couldn't agree more. I'm 68 now, freshly semi-retired from the practice of medicine and am known as "the walker". I average somewhat over 3000 miles/year and my BMI is still about 23.
If you can walk, Start dancing! So many different kinds! Ballroom, Latin, Tango, Tap, Folk, Belly, Ballet, Flamenco, lrish, Line. You don't need money for lessons, so much excellent instruction on UA-cam. With a partner or solo, dance is great for you physically and learning new steps and routines stops cognitive decline. And so much fun listening to your favorite music while you do it. ❤🕺💃❤
I have scoliosis, and arthritis in my spine. Seriously hurts. I *can* walk, but it tires me. So I ride my bike about 10 miles/week. Plus, I care for rescue animals. Thats A LOT of work and walking.
🎉❤ Thanks for the inspiration and keep up the good work. Now off I go !
Of course the caveat being: If you are healthy enough....you can walk more. But walking gets more dificult as you age. Especially if you have health conditions that limit your ability to exercise.
But I agree, I try to walk at least one mile per day. Combine that with a good diet and you will be more healthy.
Great advice, I am 75 and walk a fair bit, refreshing to get out and agree, country walks the best, I even enjoy the winter walks.
I'm a new subscriber in London, England, and I'm delighted to have found your channel. 7 years ago I developed PMR and could barely get out of bed in the morning, let alone walk. Later, during the covid lockdowns we were very restricted in the amount of walking we could do. I got out of the habit of walking very much. Now, at 73 and free of PMR, I've got back into the habit of regular walking, aiming for 5,000 to 6,000 steps most days. While I enjoy walking alone, I also find it beneficial to have a longer walk as part of a group once a week, exploring different areas of our great city. Apart from the exercise benefits, this is an excellent way to meet new friends and to combat loneliness.
Thanks doctor Dhand.
Well said!
Thank you very much!! I am 66 1/2 years old. Time for me to walk 30 minutes each day. The neighborhood is safe enough!
Great advice Dr. DHAND, I'm 65 and my wife 62 walking and strength training are an important part of our lives.
Brilliant.
Thank you Dr Dhand 🙏♥️
Abs right . Started walking since 1977 and still continuing . Now I am 73 . Still walks more than 6500 per day plus daily brooming and moping the house .
I agree 100% on the steps counting... the more the better. Use your watch or phone to help track your movement each day.