Seniors: 3 Simple Exercises that improve leg strength

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  • These three simple exercises can increase your leg strength quickly.
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  • @donnakitchen6739
    @donnakitchen6739 7 місяців тому +84

    I am 89 yrs old
    . My legs atrophied after 6months bed rest as a child. I have found these exercises a true Godsend. I’m back to walking heal to toe, not shuffling along and these exercises were doable! Thank you, thank you!

    • @francesmonks8814
      @francesmonks8814 5 місяців тому +1

      11.47pm very very good. I will try these three exercises. Thank you.

    • @kathyallman6178
      @kathyallman6178 5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you! 🕊❤️🙏❤️🕊

    • @gsnmaller875
      @gsnmaller875 4 місяці тому

      6:00 ​@@kathyallman6178

    • @gsnmaller875
      @gsnmaller875 4 місяці тому +1

      Will try out n see how it works for me.thank u doc.

    • @user-ux8kc6ne3u
      @user-ux8kc6ne3u 4 місяці тому +1

      I really need this exercise.

  • @caroldonaldson8452
    @caroldonaldson8452 5 місяців тому +14

    What a lovely restful voice you have and your exercises are really helpful for me at 82 years of age. Thank you

  • @hmmm..2733
    @hmmm..2733 5 місяців тому +77

    We are doing 2 of the 3 exercises with our 97 year old father. He does reps 5 of the chair squats with the lift chair slightly elevated. He’s been doing them for a month or so. We also do 10 reps of the toe-heal lift. Hoping he will have continued mobility for the remainder of his life.

    • @neurolasticinstitute424
      @neurolasticinstitute424  5 місяців тому +6

      Thank you for sharing!

    • @marywallace8555
      @marywallace8555 4 місяці тому

      ​@@neurolasticinstitute424😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

    • @Nangakantor
      @Nangakantor 4 місяці тому +2

      Thanks

    • @user-ux8kc6ne3u
      @user-ux8kc6ne3u Місяць тому +6

      I am 87 years old, I am going to try this exercise I have been doing the chair it has done wonders for me. Thank you Thank you!

    • @SKGhosh-ei7nf
      @SKGhosh-ei7nf 23 дні тому

      Nice and informative

  • @nancygaston4095
    @nancygaston4095 7 місяців тому +49

    When I do my body- scan meditation I've started to say "nonexistant calf muscle" . I groan remembering how strong it was when I did ballet .So : STOP ! Go back to this video . As a nurse, I say I haven't found a better rehab physio programme than yours on the internet, and boy are there a lot to choose from . At 84, I thank you for such practical advice, and SINCERE encouragement.

    • @neurolasticinstitute424
      @neurolasticinstitute424  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you! I appreciate that.

    • @decentchan7115
      @decentchan7115 5 місяців тому

      I don’t know what physio program you’ve tried before, but physio definitely teach these exercises to patients.

  • @churchreceptionist5511
    @churchreceptionist5511 7 місяців тому +44

    Thank you Dr. for let us know how to exercise in our golden years! You are so explicit in the exercises, please keep sharing your knowledge with us.⭐️

  • @rickyelvis3215
    @rickyelvis3215 Місяць тому +5

    not just for the elderly.. this has helped me immensely.. thanks! gotta dig the Doug.

  • @hamidadurbar6016
    @hamidadurbar6016 5 місяців тому +10

    I am suffering fm stiff legs, despite having tried various exercises no effect atall.
    Now from tonight will start your method of exercise....
    Pray it helps me.

  • @Diana-007
    @Diana-007 5 місяців тому +26

    Excellent exercises especially for my elderly mum, I find other channels don’t take into consideration the frailty of some of our older population thank you for doing so, she may be 90 but she wishes to stay independent as long as possible, a fall due to atrophy could impact that exponentially, I’ll keep her company doing the exercises too!

    • @neurolasticinstitute424
      @neurolasticinstitute424  5 місяців тому +4

      Thank you and I hope it helps her!

    • @maijashelley9318
      @maijashelley9318 Місяць тому

      You are a wonderfully thoughtful and helpful daughter. Kudos to you and your fortunate Mom.

    • @Diana-007
      @Diana-007 Місяць тому

      @@maijashelley9318 that is very kind, thank you.

  • @user-vx4hp4nz1u
    @user-vx4hp4nz1u 4 місяці тому +6

    I am from India and I am 73(male). Thanks for your tips. Somehow I have been doing these exercises without any prior knowledge for quite some time.However after seeing your video and the commentry I think I must share it with others.

  • @toriwolf5978
    @toriwolf5978 7 місяців тому +58

    Nice to see someone who cares about the elderly not just geared at the younger generation❤ thanks for the great information ….I’m walking at least 6 miles a day use a weighted vest to help my bone density I’m senior , you just have to keep moving so important !! Keep going stay strong❤

  • @umaagnihotri9386
    @umaagnihotri9386 6 місяців тому +19

    I really appreciate the way u carefully advise seniors like us. Because we got to be more careful in exercises!!! 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

  • @yourstylefitnessandhealth
    @yourstylefitnessandhealth 6 місяців тому +6

    Love the pillow chair squats at the sink, progressing from 2 arms, to single arm, to no arms, then remove one of the pillows and start the progression again !!

  • @cliftontorrence839
    @cliftontorrence839 5 місяців тому +6

    wisdom and experience. thank you dr. doug

  • @Carolmaizy
    @Carolmaizy 7 місяців тому +12

    Im currently going to PT to strengthen my muscles for better walking. These three exercises are among the ones I do.

  • @sharonloiterton4310
    @sharonloiterton4310 7 місяців тому +6

    I have MS and I'm going to do these exercises to build up my legs, before I lose the strength in them. Thank you so much.

  • @AmericaCirclingTheDrain
    @AmericaCirclingTheDrain 5 місяців тому +14

    Thank the Lord I found this! Starting today.

  • @MrRezillo
    @MrRezillo 8 місяців тому +26

    There are many exercise vids for seniors on UA-cam. I find yours to be the most helpful and user friendly. Thank you, Dr. Doug.

    • @rosegombos2120
      @rosegombos2120 8 місяців тому +2

      Thank You I Truly appreciated your information

    • @neurolasticinstitute424
      @neurolasticinstitute424  8 місяців тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @sabithaps8343
      @sabithaps8343 7 місяців тому

      I am not able to do 3 sets at one go. So I break them up into 1 set at a time.What do I do?

  • @donnakitchen6739
    @donnakitchen6739 3 місяці тому +7

    I am 89 with atrophied legs from prolonged bed rest as a child.. I started the leg exercises each morning as my coffee browed. It has helped immensely! I now can walk across a room without holding on furniture toe,heal! No more shuffling. Thank you, thank you!!!

  • @peggyribaudo4361
    @peggyribaudo4361 4 місяці тому +6

    I was working with a physical therapist because I felt weak and she had me doing some really extreme exercises to strengthen my legs using weights, Step Up and specifically sit to stand. She also had me doing some squatting exercises using the exercise ball against the wall and additional sit to stand exercises at home. After about 12 sessions with her I developed patellafemoral pain syndrome in both my kneecaps. I ended up getting cortisone shots in both my knees, which did not provide any pain relief. Then I had Synvisc shots in both my knees. That cost me 600.00 copay . The synvisc may have helped a little. Now I have this pain to deal with on a daily basis I am 72 years old I never had any knee problems in my whole life. I would be careful with the sit-to-stand exercises but the other two exercises look like they would be helpful. This proves that you just have to be careful when you start doing exercises, even when you're working with a professional therapist.

    • @angadsingh8639
      @angadsingh8639 4 місяці тому

      These are simple and effective 3xercises.

  • @marygamanga6625
    @marygamanga6625 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks so much for your education on these exercises. I will start doing it.God bless you.🙏

  • @wendyhannan2454
    @wendyhannan2454 4 місяці тому +5

    I’ve always been strong in the legs, however I’ve had back and knee injuries that’s set me back. I’m going to do these exercise to get my strength back in my legs. I’m 77 and it’s only going to get worse, if I don’t do exercise. These look very doable, thank you for thinking of us oldies. 😉

  • @isabelcordero3557
    @isabelcordero3557 8 місяців тому +23

    Short, clear and effective video. Thank you for explaining the exercises. Starting today!

  • @saeedkaukab1791
    @saeedkaukab1791 5 місяців тому +5

    THANK YOU VERY MUCH. THESE EXERCISES
    WIL HELP MANY OF THOSE BETWEEN 70 TO 80.
    I AM WITH STRONG ENOUGH LEGS. EVEN THEN
    I WOULD LIKE TO DO THESE ECERCISES ACCORDING
    TO YOUR ADVICE. 👍😎👍

  • @janetbransdon3742
    @janetbransdon3742 3 місяці тому +3

    I had posterior tibial tendonitis for over a year. With exercises and shoe insert from my physio I was able to walk correctly and without pain again. I am doing these exercises as a way to keep up my mobility. Thank you.😊

  • @jamesgilmore1684
    @jamesgilmore1684 7 місяців тому +5

    I am 60 and used to lift weights all my life. Now it's so hard to go to my warehouse job and lift, bend and stand for any length of time. Too much detailed PT videos. Yours is simple and detailed. Thanks doc. God bless you

  • @romeoalviar1164
    @romeoalviar1164 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for your help to us Seniors 👍🙏

  • @subhashp.s.5658
    @subhashp.s.5658 8 місяців тому +26

    Very good advice.simple straight to the point explanation. Thanks a lot

  • @HeronCoyote1234
    @HeronCoyote1234 5 місяців тому +7

    I’m a younger senior (68), but I have weak legs. Definitely going to do these starting tomorrow (it’s 3am now). Thank you!

    • @Mr._Fit_Atheist
      @Mr._Fit_Atheist 3 місяці тому +1

      I'm a slightly older senior. (69) I really hope you did start and hoping you made further progress. These are great movements that can make your day to day life so much better.
      I'm fighting old age 1 rep at a time. Going down swinging.
      Remember:
      _Strength is never a weakness_
      _Weakness is never a strength_
      The number 1 metric for successful old age survival is muscular strength. You can make strength gains at any age, just have to take that 1st baby step and commit to adding more baby steps every day.

  • @nwetyinwin3788
    @nwetyinwin3788 6 місяців тому

    Thanks ever so much for your valuable exercises! God Bless!

  • @junemoore8750
    @junemoore8750 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much. I am definitely going to do these exercises!

  • @dillonscott227
    @dillonscott227 4 місяці тому +5

    Thank you for the encouragement to go slowly and deliberately - this is the hardest thing and I very much appreciated your clear explanation.

  • @marilynmouton9818
    @marilynmouton9818 8 місяців тому +5

    Thank you Doug. Very informative- have subscribed.

  • @wwade41208
    @wwade41208 Місяць тому

    I am 77 and need my leg strength to help with my 81 year old hubby. I have added this to my routine. I find these very doable. Thank you for such a useful tool. ❤

  • @hygia86tesla58
    @hygia86tesla58 4 місяці тому

    GRATTIS bäste dr.Doug för dina enkla och mycket effektiva övningar till medelålders och äldre människor ⚘
    TACK ATT DU FINNS !
    Många hälsningar från
    Stockholm🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪

  • @ajaykumara7158
    @ajaykumara7158 5 місяців тому +10

    Dear doctor thanks for your informative video.I am Senior and had undergone full torn Achilles tendon surgery 7 months ago. Now almost recovered. Since i was on bed the Ortho advised after removal of cast bandage, to walk with crutch for 3 months to gain confidence in walking. I learnt many more things from you like atrophy etc. Appreciate your kind advices.

  • @lindaroodt8222
    @lindaroodt8222 2 місяці тому

    I am so happy to find this video.. He is so reassuring informed encouraging and realistic as to what is achievable as one gets older. Thank you so very much for sharing this knowledge.

  • @BinsarHutabarat-gf9yu
    @BinsarHutabarat-gf9yu 8 місяців тому +2

    I am so happy, thank you so much for your good excercise.

  • @monjoseph2312
    @monjoseph2312 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing these exersises.

  • @lauralang2677
    @lauralang2677 8 місяців тому +3

    Thanks so much for this!

  • @Mr551955
    @Mr551955 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much Doctor 🙏🙏 I will start doing it because I am going through the same problem.

  • @syedsayeedurrahmanzaini4221
    @syedsayeedurrahmanzaini4221 8 місяців тому +3

    Thanks for uploading this video. It is meant for me. I am 79. Best regards

  • @frankwillet1609
    @frankwillet1609 4 місяці тому +2

    I’m new to your channel, very impressed with your presentation. Looking forward to adding this to my morning ritual of yoga and core training. Thank you. 🇬🇧

  • @kathylopez1336
    @kathylopez1336 5 місяців тому

    TY so much, you're a blessing

  • @susanbritton-giza5054
    @susanbritton-giza5054 Місяць тому

    Thank you Doug 🙏🏼💞! My husband has been laid up for 3 months ! Not totally, but certainly not himself!
    He is going to PT IN A COUPLE OF WEEKS, but this will get him started in the right direction 😘😘😘😘! Thanks again 🙏🏼💞😇

  • @saqibbutt4827
    @saqibbutt4827 5 місяців тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH , DR
    GOD BLESS YOU

  • @ritarodrigues802
    @ritarodrigues802 8 місяців тому +3

    Very informative indeed. Thank you for sharing

  • @claramarone5510
    @claramarone5510 5 місяців тому +2

    This is exactly what I’m looking for. I have RA n in wheelchair n got lazy. Thank you.

  • @gaurav2009june
    @gaurav2009june 8 місяців тому +4

    Very useful video, many thanks

  • @meenanair8312
    @meenanair8312 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Dr.😊

  • @jayashreeswaminathan4634
    @jayashreeswaminathan4634 3 місяці тому

    This is something I can do so will try it.Thanks.GOD bless.

  • @carlehuston
    @carlehuston 4 місяці тому

    Thank you Dr. Weiss...peace

  • @abchappell01
    @abchappell01 8 місяців тому +12

    This is just the advice I needed. Thank you so very much😊

  • @wallyevans4228
    @wallyevans4228 3 місяці тому

    Even though I’m in great shape at 69 (I run about 20 miles + a week) I still enjoy ur channel and do some of your basic strengthening exercises thank you 🙏🏾 😊

  • @abdulrafay1711
    @abdulrafay1711 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for your advice

  • @bodeansmith8173
    @bodeansmith8173 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Blessings💛💚

  • @trishspinazola287
    @trishspinazola287 8 місяців тому +31

    Thank you for this. I am definitely going to do these!! I don’t have that condition but I feel as though I’ve lost a bit of ground when walking.

  • @kauffrau6764
    @kauffrau6764 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this well explained and illustrated video. These exercises are fundamental and one can start at their level of ability, and increase from there. Very helpful for everyone.

  • @user-ot6jc2vm9g
    @user-ot6jc2vm9g 7 місяців тому +1

    THANQ so.much Dr.This surely has given me inspirations to many simple exercises.

  • @ashisghosh1032
    @ashisghosh1032 8 місяців тому

    Love and regards from Calcutta, India. 😊

  • @MovewithDrMike
    @MovewithDrMike 8 місяців тому +25

    Great video Doug! Very helpful information that can help many people! My favorite is the sit to stand!

  • @lipika284
    @lipika284 8 місяців тому

    Fantastic remedies doc

  • @mistymoor7114
    @mistymoor7114 День тому

    Would like to add, the explamation of " leg atrophy" has been very helpful to realise what is wrong with me, now I understand, thank you

  • @barryjacobsen4339
    @barryjacobsen4339 8 місяців тому +189

    I am 80 years old with Parkinson’s, and I’ve had PARKISONS for seven years now. Your exercises are very very helpful. Thank you very much.

    • @marciapawlowski9886
      @marciapawlowski9886 8 місяців тому +7

      Husband is now 85yrs old, Parkinson's diagnosed about 2yrs ago, I'd been mentioning to his Dr. for over 2yrs. Just wasn't the same, a jogger since HS . Have PT now and he finally realizes it's all up to him! Nothing will get better only slower digression I guess but we keep on going. God Bless

    • @MrCharchol
      @MrCharchol 8 місяців тому

      ​@@MoonSpinnersi999 I 99

    • @ranivakil2338
      @ranivakil2338 7 місяців тому

      ​@@marciapawlowski98860

    • @johnbaker5451
      @johnbaker5451 7 місяців тому

      ​@@marciapawlowski9886😅😅

    • @johnbaker5451
      @johnbaker5451 7 місяців тому

      ​@@marciapawlowski98865:43

  • @arthurleino
    @arthurleino 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for this!

  • @baldevraj5575
    @baldevraj5575 4 місяці тому

    Thank you Dr for these excercise I have painful legs I will start tomorrow God bless you 🙏

  • @umanathan7722
    @umanathan7722 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you very much.

  • @sharmilasaha7265
    @sharmilasaha7265 8 місяців тому +1

    Very good information Thank you doctor

  • @DCross-kh9px
    @DCross-kh9px 8 місяців тому +16

    Thank you. Recovering from Statin induced muscle loss. To the point of being bed ridden in December and January. Your videos have helped me so very much.

    • @stevekeller3643
      @stevekeller3643 8 місяців тому +3

      Am curious- how do you know your muscle weakness is statin induced ? Blood test ?
      Best wishes on your recovery !
      Regards !

    • @DCross-kh9px
      @DCross-kh9px 8 місяців тому

      Because I quit taken the statin in August last year. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and my body was fighting itself and all the heart meds they put me on. I did a lot of searching for answers in the Rheumatoid Arthritis FB groups and you tube groups and came across a post that described all my symptoms and muscle loss and how it all started. I started taken Qunol CoQ10 once a day. After 3 days I could tell I was finally feeling better. By February of this year I could sit up in bed, I could use a rolltator to walk and get around I could stand up and actually make my meals. It's September and I can now walk without a rolltator. I can get in and out of my truck. I can go to my Doctor's appointment by my self. I can step up or down without holding on to anything. I can stand and shower without help. My balance is back.

    • @faridanotowidjojo5819
      @faridanotowidjojo5819 8 місяців тому

      ​@@stevekeller3643ooo.😅

    • @nancygaston4095
      @nancygaston4095 7 місяців тому +3

      An old friend back home who is a cardiologist looked at my blood work and said there was no need for the statin I was on. I'm stopping them and feel that my GP will just shrug if I tell her that ,since she thinks I'm just being nursey nursey again. Ah well, back to the brilliant advice from this site 👏👏👏🙏

    • @upalipannila3398
      @upalipannila3398 5 місяців тому

      Your video gives very effective and easy to do exercises. Thank you.

  • @donnapollock
    @donnapollock 5 місяців тому

    These are great excerises. I do them everyday all the time. I also walk as much as I can weather permitted

  • @keithcheney5343
    @keithcheney5343 5 місяців тому

    Very good exercises and well explained even for people over 70years of age. Thank You very much.

  • @lindabuckner9006
    @lindabuckner9006 8 місяців тому +6

    Your videos are so helpful!

    • @rosegombos2120
      @rosegombos2120 8 місяців тому +2

      I really needed to see this couldn't have been viewed at. Better time

  • @russquick7899
    @russquick7899 4 місяці тому

    Great simplified exercises. Need this to help me get up when or if I've been on the floor. Many thanks

  • @LS030
    @LS030 8 місяців тому

    Thank you!

  • @annyrocha227
    @annyrocha227 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @tadijamatek2469
    @tadijamatek2469 2 місяці тому

    Thank you,sir,for your valuable advises.

  • @brendaduncan4347
    @brendaduncan4347 4 дні тому

    Thank you for this video. I am going to work on these exercises.

  • @pramujisinggihriyanto6901
    @pramujisinggihriyanto6901 8 місяців тому +3

    Love your information, Doug... Well done

  • @zarinatonse3744
    @zarinatonse3744 5 місяців тому

    Thankyou Dr.for yr wonderful tips

  • @trivedi1947
    @trivedi1947 8 місяців тому

    Thanks a lot.🙏🙏🙏

  • @mervyncarnall725
    @mervyncarnall725 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks, I found this to be very informative.

  • @zainunesaamlay6870
    @zainunesaamlay6870 7 місяців тому

    Thank you will try them keep well😊

  • @linafloralde
    @linafloralde 7 місяців тому +2

    It's great that you introduce this kind of exercise I'll try it I'm 75 yrs old sometimes I feel leg pain while walking

  • @indumulchandani5076
    @indumulchandani5076 8 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for the valuable video.. Absolutely to the point and yet full of guidance and explanation

  • @asparagus4873
    @asparagus4873 7 місяців тому +4

    Thank you, Doug for your good advice to have stronger legs. 👍😊

  • @TheShimmerwitch
    @TheShimmerwitch 4 місяці тому

    Thank you i have been almost bed bound for 9 months and so need this

  • @GirishBapat-mq8gr
    @GirishBapat-mq8gr 11 днів тому

    When you say do it for five minitus i do it for 7 minitus and i am glad to say that it made difference this is girish bapat from pune india thanking you

  • @cheryldias4269
    @cheryldias4269 19 днів тому

    This is exactly what I need to do daily. Thank you

  • @valeriemarinus8035
    @valeriemarinus8035 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much , I am starting today and looking forward to make my legs stronger, which is in so much pain.exercise will definitely ease the pain.
    My mobility on my own decreased and I have to rely on a crutch if i go out.
    I have to sit on a chair with armrest to get up.
    Thanks once again for these exercises, sure it will help even if it is a slow progress ❤

  • @traciclark4940
    @traciclark4940 4 місяці тому

    Working in steel toe shoes on concrete for 30 years have ruined my feet and they hurt so I walk to ease the pain. My muscles are weak and hope these exercises will help. Thank you!

  • @pamelacharbonneau3115
    @pamelacharbonneau3115 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you.

  • @naimtv6606
    @naimtv6606 5 днів тому +1

    Good Job. Thanks for uploading the video.

  • @melborromeo9838
    @melborromeo9838 6 днів тому

    Loved your illustration same time you’re explaining the movement you’re explaining the exercise benefits thank you please do the movement on people who are using the cane and the walker most people lost the proper posture. Thanks

  • @romapoojari3407
    @romapoojari3407 8 місяців тому +2

    Thankyou doctor we pray for all.

  • @gopalarao99
    @gopalarao99 8 місяців тому

    Thanks very much.

  • @georgthaa2887
    @georgthaa2887 5 місяців тому

    Thank you very much. Very helpful for me !!!❤😊

  • @patsyray4576
    @patsyray4576 3 місяці тому

    You are extremely helpful. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and expertise.

  • @maryloudelossantos1624
    @maryloudelossantos1624 18 днів тому

    Thank you for sharing your video. Tips are valuable & helpful.

  • @latakadam2609
    @latakadam2609 8 місяців тому

    Thank you very very Good information.

  • @ramamurthymurthy3519
    @ramamurthymurthy3519 7 місяців тому +1

    I m 82+ I am doing back walking it makes me strong and confident Ramamurthy from Bangalore

  • @user-vm8bw9mj6t
    @user-vm8bw9mj6t 7 місяців тому +2

    Great - all a 10 - & simply explained with clear speech- big thank you 👍🏻😊