Hey Everyone. I hope you enjoy these leg exercises (you may have seen it in the longer workout routine). Remember to SUBSCRIBE to the channel for regular exercise videos for seniors and let me know how you went below. I’ll see you soon for more! - Mike
Excellent. You know, Mike, I find your instructions very clear and encouraging: the “Excellent work” makes me very pleased with myself! 3...2...1...Nick
I do like having different sets of exercise to try for different purposes. As they are all recorded, it offsets any potential monotony in solitary sessions. This channel is SO useful. There were things here I've never tried before!
That was a another good one. I am not supposed to be doing squats and lunges, for now, anyway, due to a recent surgery, so I did balance exercises during those ones. I found the one leg and standing on toes challenging. I managed it, though, yet, one side was easier than the other.
Hi Mike! I can't tell you how I have searched for a routine that I could manage. They are just right to get me to help get to that next level where I'm having difficulty with. I loved the 5 minute videos and now doing your 10-15 minute ones. I look forward to going thru all ur videos. A newly retired senior looking for help ! Thank you so much 💜
My favorite part? Standing on tiptoes, especially the last segment = one leg at a time. Makes the muscles in my calves feel 'happy', especially because I have learned that those muscles help my ankles too. p.s. I added a top-of-the-foot stretch also, rolling toes under afterward. Perfect sequence for me to use again when watering tiny plants at the museum this morning!
I liked this video.i have difficulty walking because of leg pain. So I have been doing the various leg strengthening exercises. I am very flat footed. Even with new orthotics, I find the heel raises very difficult. I had to sit to do them. But I have also noticed that my lunges are improving. One day at a time.
First time seeing the video.I find it very interesting and encouraging! Will surely keep doing those exercises since I have difficulty with painful legs and calves especially when walking long distances .
Leg strengthening workout, exactly what I need as I have bilateral arthrosis on both knees. The exercises were great although a bit difficult to do, no pain, therefore perfect for me. Thank you Mike.
Great exercises again from my favorite slave driver, I mean exercise guru. LOL!! I am not able to do all of these at this time.I found out I have a hairline fracture in my left foot. I do what can and will do the entire routine when I am healthy again. Thank you Mike.
I do the exercises daily to strengthen my legs but my inner thighs are quite weak and sometimes they cramp. Is there an exercise for inner thighs? Keep up the great work
Hey Paul. This is actually quite common. It will improve. I suggest working your glutes, your adductors (inner thighs) are taking on the work when other areas should be. I recommend supplementing with the standing core and glute exercises, plus the bridge exercise is a great exercise to implement also. Seen in this video: th-cam.com/video/fpACMqKAx3g/w-d-xo.html
Hi there, Mike! Just viewed your leg exercise routine which you extracted from one of your longer routines. I remember it well. Excellent idea: there are days when I choose a la carte exercises rather than an entire routine. Split stance partial squats are not for me: my knees can't withstand working alone without assistance from it's mate. So too full squats. But I make do and my thigh muscles' strength can attest to working hard on alternative exercises you provide. Please add this single leg exercise to your compilation. I'm guessing you'll place it in MISCELLANEOUS. I'll find it regardless. Many, many thanks. I so enjoyed your personal tidbits. Do continue! Safe travels south!...Anastasia
Hi Mike, Could you suggest stretches & strengtheners to relieve Periformis Sciatica Syndrome? That’d be wonderful because this condition is chronic with me. Cheers, Liz
I'm 71 and I try and do the exercises every day, I feel refreshed and relax when I'm done, I do the 35,min and two more, the one for stronger legs and the upper body if I don't have the time. I have a rotator cuff tear which is calcified so I'm in a little bit of pain at the moment,. What can I do to ease the pain.
Hey Virginia, I am working on this right now actually. It will be my next video out. I have just written part 1 of an article on my website also which may help (part 2 out soon). Here is part 1: morelifehealth.com/articles/strong-bones
How often should I do your exercises, for how long and how many days a week.,I was doing different ones every day for 45 minutes twice a day but started getting a lot,of stiffness in my knees and legs and was told you should only do it once a day, 3 times a week.is that enough ? Guess I was pushing it as after stopping the daily routine I feel a lot better as my,legs are not stiff anymore with this new shorter routine. I am 79 years old and this injury was from a fall.
Could you tell me if 45 minutes a day, 3 days a week,is enough for me at my age to regain the strength in my legs. I was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis.
Hey Everyone. I hope you enjoy these leg exercises (you may have seen it in the longer workout routine). Remember to SUBSCRIBE to the channel for regular exercise videos for seniors and let me know how you went below. I’ll see you soon for more! - Mike
Just subscribed to your channel. Thanks for this exercise routine. Very helpful
Just got out of Rehap, your leg exercises are just what I need, I love the leg ones thanks, Fred Schroeder
Thank you!!! I’ve been hunting down leg strengthen exercises on line and you won my loyalty?
Thanks Mike!! You are always coming up with some exciting new exercises!! Unending store!! Thanks Mike I enjoyed this video. God Bless!!
Hi Joyce, thank you very much for your feedback. Cheers, Mike.
Always a pleasure to workout with you!
Thanks! recovering from knee surgery this was very helpful Slow and strong
Great to hear Nancy. Thanks for the Super Thanks :)
Thanks Mike! I love that you always give us options! I, for one, will never be bored with all the ones to choose from (from which to choose?!!?!) LOL
Haha. You're very welcome Pam! :)
Thank you tried this exercise to-day helping to keep me fit.
Thank you for all that you do. You make my life bearable and painless. I start off my day with you. You are the best.
You're very welcome Sharon! I am so glad to hear that. Keep up the great work with the exercises!
Excellent. You know, Mike, I find your instructions very clear and encouraging: the “Excellent work” makes me very pleased with myself! 3...2...1...Nick
I am happy to see my husband get involved. Like he said "every bit helps"! This is True!
Best exercises for legs I’ve found. So glad I found you!
Thank you so much for bringing these exercises they are amazing works very well for me I can walk better after doing the exercises 🙏🙏
You're so welcome Nirmal! Keep it up!
I also still do the balance exercises every day have them memorized now ! Balance has. Improved greatly.
I did the standup from sitting, but my legs start burning?????
Always enjoy yr exercises.
Thank you so much
Hi Genia, you are very welcome. Cheers, Mike.
Thank you
You're welcome Lorraine! 🙂
Thank you. Just did this as part of my cardio rehab.
Thank you so very much. Very much appreciate these wonderful videos. 👍
You're more than welcome Tamson! :)
Thank you for info on squats. Have so much trouble with these. These options really helpful!
I’ve been doing your exercises for several week. You’re great and they are really helping this 88 year man. Even my golf has improved. Thank you !
You're welcome Jean! Glad to hear the exercises are helping you. Keep it up, and all the best with your golf!
I do like having different sets of exercise to try for different purposes. As they are all recorded, it offsets any potential monotony in solitary sessions. This channel is SO useful. There were things here I've never tried before!
Hi there, thank you very much for your feedback, I am glad you are enjoying the workouts. Cheers, Mike.
That was a another good one. I am not supposed to be doing squats and lunges, for now, anyway, due to a recent surgery, so I did balance exercises during those ones. I found the one leg and standing on toes challenging. I managed it, though, yet, one side was easier than the other.
Thanks, Mike!
You're welcome Donna! :)
Perfect for me love you Mike !
Hi Mike! I can't tell you how I have searched for a routine that I could manage.
They are just right to get me to help get to that next level where I'm having difficulty with.
I loved the 5 minute videos and now doing your 10-15 minute ones.
I look forward to going thru all ur videos.
A newly retired senior looking for help !
Thank you so much 💜
You're so welcome! Glad to hear the routines are just right for you. Keep up the great work!
My favorite part? Standing on tiptoes, especially the last segment = one leg at a time. Makes the muscles in my calves feel 'happy', especially because I have learned that those muscles help my ankles too. p.s. I added a top-of-the-foot stretch also, rolling toes under afterward. Perfect sequence for me to use again when watering tiny plants at the museum this morning!
That's great Rebecca! Hope all went well with the watering this morning!
I liked this video.i have difficulty walking because of leg pain. So I have been doing the various leg strengthening exercises. I am very flat footed. Even with new orthotics, I find the heel raises very difficult. I had to sit to do them. But I have also noticed that my lunges are improving. One day at a time.
I loved this video! My arthritic knee needs this strengthening and I will repeat twice weekly. Thank you.
You're welcome Nancy! Keep up the great work!
thanks so much this was just what I needed for my knees and hips have a great day!
Thanks Sandra! :)
Good one
First time seeing the video.I find it very interesting and encouraging! Will surely keep doing those exercises since I have difficulty with painful legs and calves especially when walking long distances .
This is awesome for this old lady 😂 can’t do the hard exercise I did when I was younger but can totally do these thank you very much 🙏🏻
You're very welcome! :)
Leg strengthening workout, exactly what I need as I have bilateral arthrosis on both knees. The exercises were great although a bit difficult to do, no pain, therefore perfect for me. Thank you Mike.
You're welcome Johanna. Great to hear!
Question: How is it you know just how much we can handle without losing us thereafter? I just keep coming back for more and I'm grateful! Thank you!
Thank you somuch
You're welcome Teresita!
Thank you Mike :)
Welcome Ana!
Mike Another good exercise - knees creak somewhat ! Your plant - cannot see the top of it now on my TV screen!
Excellent
Thanks Jenny! 🙂
Mike, can some exercises, such as the first one (1:54), or this (9:20), be done without leaning on a chair?
Thanks for your work!
Thanks for this👍
I was thinking I needed a new leg-strengthening routine....and here you are!❤️
You're welcome Maria! :)
Since I have been doing your exercises I am much more mobile and feel much fitter thank you 👍
@@yvonnerowley4659 You're welcome Yvonne. Keep it all up!
Great exercises again from my favorite slave driver, I mean exercise guru. LOL!! I am not able to do all of these at this time.I found out I have a hairline fracture in my left foot. I do what can and will do the entire routine when I am healthy again. Thank you Mike.
:) You're welcome Ej. Keep it up, and all the best with your foot!
New subscriber with osteoarthritis in knees. Do you have any special instructions for those of us with this issue? Thank you so much for your videos.
I do the exercises daily to strengthen my legs but my inner thighs are quite weak and sometimes they cramp. Is there an exercise for inner thighs? Keep up the great work
Yes I also have the same problem. Cram in my inner thigh....looking for inner thigh strengthening exercise
Hey Paul. This is actually quite common. It will improve. I suggest working your glutes, your adductors (inner thighs) are taking on the work when other areas should be. I recommend supplementing with the standing core and glute exercises, plus the bridge exercise is a great exercise to implement also. Seen in this video: th-cam.com/video/fpACMqKAx3g/w-d-xo.html
Hi there, Mike! Just viewed your leg exercise routine which you extracted from one of your longer routines. I remember it well. Excellent idea: there are days when I choose a la carte exercises rather than an entire routine. Split stance partial squats are not for me: my knees can't withstand working alone without assistance from it's mate. So too full squats. But I make do and my thigh muscles' strength can attest to working hard on alternative exercises you provide. Please add this single leg exercise to your compilation. I'm guessing you'll place it in MISCELLANEOUS. I'll find it regardless. Many, many thanks. I so enjoyed your personal tidbits. Do continue! Safe travels south!...Anastasia
Hey Anastasia. I will be sure to add it there :) Thank you!
Hi Mike, Could you suggest stretches & strengtheners to relieve Periformis Sciatica Syndrome? That’d be wonderful because this condition is chronic with me. Cheers, Liz
I'm 71 and I try and do the exercises every day, I feel refreshed and relax when I'm done, I do the 35,min and two more, the one for stronger legs and the upper body if I don't have the time. I have a rotator cuff tear which is calcified so I'm in a little bit of pain at the moment,. What can I do to ease the pain.
Hi, Do you have a specific video
for osteoporosis. I am newly diagnosed.
I love your full chair workout.
Hey Virginia, I am working on this right now actually. It will be my next video out. I have just written part 1 of an article on my website also which may help (part 2 out soon). Here is part 1: morelifehealth.com/articles/strong-bones
@@MoreLifeHealth Thanks so much. I really can use
all the info & exercise possible.
❤️🙏🏼
Good workout but the lunges were hard on my knees.
Just one set? Or should we do more?
How often should I do your exercises, for how long and how many days a week.,I was doing different ones every day for 45 minutes twice a day but started getting a lot,of stiffness in my knees and legs and was told you should only do it once a day, 3 times a week.is that enough ? Guess I was pushing it as after stopping the daily routine I feel a lot better as my,legs are not stiff anymore with this new shorter routine. I am 79 years old and this injury was from a fall.
Could you tell me if 45 minutes a day, 3 days a week,is enough for me at my age to regain the strength in my legs. I was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis.
All these squats are killing my knees
Stop doing them Kara. You should not be getting any pain.