1 Incredible Trick to Build Strength & Muscle Over Age 50

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, gives one incredible trick for building strength and muscle over age 50!

[kaoskronostyche]

Next step in my fitness regime: I've learned enough so time to shut off all notifications, turn off the computer and get on with it. Thank you for everything, sir. Cheers!

[paulolson]

Hello from the state of Minnesota USA, Will. I just requested the "Ultimate Guide" video and am looking forward to it. I also want to compliment you on your work here on YouTube. You give us great presentations and your breadth of knowledge is really impressive. Best of all, though, is your winning personality. Every video is a real pleasure and I envy your "in person" patients who have the chance to get to know you. Take good care, youngster.

[SPotThought]

You have a great skill of demonstration and explanation.. very helpful video indeed. Thanks much, Will for all the great work👏👍

[milakakijalan]

Hi Will. I enjoy watching your video. Just when I was wondering how to build strength and gain muscle mass, your video popped in. Thank you so much for guiding us over fifties. I am from Malaysia and regrettably I haven't seen any physiotherapist here that specialises in therapies for the aging population. I am 58 years young😊 and I don't want to join the many elderlies here who are immobile or just lying in bed because of muscle atrophy. Keep on doing great job with your videos. You have been very, very helpful. Lots of love from this hot tropical paradise.❤❤❤

[margaretlouis]

How interesting that we neglect to maximize by slowing as we move in the eccentric phase; it is a fantastic tip to build strength without too much strain.

[amiraabdillahi]

Am in my mid 50s and am shocked how my body has changed specially my muscles. And the aches if you don't move about constantly. I was not expecting THIS 😢. The sooner I face reality the easier life will be. Thank you Will ❤. I follow you from Somaliland ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[petehealy]

Very well done, Will! Slow-eccentric exercises have been my mainstay for the last 10 years (next month I'll turn 72), and they've been *very* effective in building strength (and enhancing appearance). It's striking to see so many folks in the gym ripping through their reps and thereby depriving themselves of this most beneficial element! Lastly, your camera set-up and use of graphics continue to improve, making your videos even more watchable and helpful. Please keep up the great work!

[umabalasubramanian]

Hi Will, I am 70 and from India. I love seeing your videos. They are superb and easy to follow. Thanks a lot for such great videos. God bless you 🙏

[vasantsathe]

Hi will ! I am a 67 year old in India and have got your book and follow you for over 18 months ! I tried the eccentric phase training, it appears to be good ! Just done it for 2 days, so will do it for 3 months before passing a verdict ; but looks promising ! 🎉

[TonyYee-mf]

'Doc Will', I am so lucky to come across your videos during my lifetime ! I am 72, but I am confident to stay healthy longer with your guidance.God Bless You !

[matthewsngidi]

Yes I used to doing resistance training and stop because of joint pains. I'm slowly getting better and working out

[aurorealis]

Will, this is "time under tension" - (TUT). Thanks for sharing that the slower rep increases strength gains while maintaining safety while lifting. I have had amazing results using this technique. Greetings from The Great Sonoran Desert - USA.

[lesliesnowdon]

Oh Will, loved this, I’ve got your book but haven’t gotten all the way through it yet. Can’t wait to try this, as I am 71 and need to increase my weights but it’s getting hard on my joints. This is just the ticket. Thank you!

[sb]

70 yr old male past history of lifting and martial arts. Meniscus surgery on both knees with right knee large meniscus section removed. Is the chair
eccentric squat you
performed suitable for
someone with not much meniscus left?

[mazenkilani]

So many exercises, so little time :) Great technique to diversify the routine.

[jimjasper]

Mate you are saving my life, I was “ looking forward” to the next 15-20 years of the rest of my life in pain, getting worse, and extending my dying, not extending my life, then I discovered you. I’m not sure how to thank you as words seem so inadequate, all I can say is, Thank you mate. Jim 72, retired Army, vehicle accident victim, and all round lazy bastard, not ready to quit yet.👍🏼🦘🇦🇺

[KDRBouvier]

You are amazing, thank you so very much for all of your help!

[BOOMNERD]

This is the best, Will! Really helps me. I can hurt myself left to my own devices, lol. I recently have had a recurrance of my 2015 sciatica. I've been so enthusiasticly working out for the last 7 months, but around Thanksgiving I overdid it. I'm off caffeine for life since the past month and how I kind of did too much of a good thing!❤

[andtastic]

great stuff Will, keep up the good work

[elainefarley]

Thanks for this video. You explain and demonstrate technique so well!