Will, PT, DPT is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 15 years of clinical experience in home health, working primarily with older adults. He earned his DPT from Virginia Commonwealth University and specializes in fall prevention, balance and gait training, and mobility assessment. The content on Senior Stride Academy reflects his firsthand experience helping seniors stay safe and independent at home. → Read more about Will
Elliptical machines and stationary bikes can both offer low-impact cardio and strength benefits for seniors looking to stay active. But they go about it in… Read More »Ellipticals vs Stationary Bikes – A Senior’s Guide to Low-Impact Cardio
When it comes to staying active, both outdoor walking and treadmill walking offer unique advantages for seniors. For example, walking outdoors doesn’t require access to… Read More »Outdoor Walking vs. Treadmills: Which Is Better for Senior Fitness?
Treadmills can provide a safe, effective way for seniors to stay active, improve cardiovascular health, and enhance overall mobility. And that can do all of… Read More »5 Treadmill Workouts for Seniors: Gentle Routines for Beginners
Seated stretching exercises are a safe and effective way for seniors to maintain flexibility and reduce muscle stiffness. They can also be helpful in improving… Read More »Stay Limber with These 7 Easy Seated Stretching Exercises for Seniors
Exercise bikes are a great way for seniors to stay active and improve cardiovascular health, all while taking it pretty easy on the joints. These… Read More »Recumbent vs Upright Exercise Bikes – Everything Seniors Should Know
Seniors have a lot of options when it comes to choosing home fitness equipment, but few offer as many perks as recumbent bikes. Recumbent bikes… Read More »7 Benefits of Using Recumbent Bikes All Seniors Should Know About
Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people, causing pain, stiffness, and difficulty with everyday movements. And the knees are one of the… Read More »The 6 Best Exercises for Arthritic Knees
Exercise is important for all of us, but as we age, achy joints can make getting this exercise more challenging. Which, unfortunately, means a lot… Read More »Top 6 Low-Impact Exercise Machines for Joint-Friendly Workouts
It’s important to exercise and stay active as we age, but as we get older, it tends to get more challenging to do this. Achy… Read More »Recumbent Cross Training: A Great Low-Impact Exercise for Seniors
Adjustable beds offer numerous benefits for seniors, such as improved comfort, better sleep, and relief from conditions like acid reflux, arthritis, or chronic pain. They… Read More »Will Medicare Pay For An Adjustable Bed? Everything You Should Know