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
As we age, maintaining a healthy lower back becomes increasingly important for mobility, posture, and reducing pain. It also becomes increasingly difficult. A lot of… Read More »Relieve Low Back Pain with These Easy Seated Exercises for Seniors
A strong core supports good posture, reduces the risk of falls, and makes everyday activities like bending, lifting, and walking easier. It also helps protect… Read More »Build Core Strength with These Seated Exercises for Seniors
Sciatica is a painful condition that affects adults of all ages, causing pain that radiates from the lower back down the leg. It’s more common… Read More »Ease Sciatica Pain with These Simple Exercises for Seniors
Maintaining hip mobility and strength is important when it comes to the overall well-being of seniors. This is mostly because having stronger, more mobile hips… Read More »6 Seated Hip Exercises to Help Seniors Improve Strength & Flexibility
Good posture is important for all of us, but it gets even more important as we age and become more susceptible to pain and mobility… Read More »The 10 Best Posture Exercises for Seniors
We often stress the importance of seniors performing strengthening exercises in order to maintain their strength and mobility, but it’s just as important for seniors… Read More »6 Low-Impact Cardio Exercises For Seniors
Maintaining flexibility and mobility in our hips can be challenging as we age, but it’s important to try. This is mostly because tight (and/or weak)… Read More »7 Hip Stretches Every Senior Should Try
Lower back pain is a common issue for many seniors, often resulting from years of wear and tear, reduced physical activity, or good ol’ fashioned… Read More »7 Gentle Lower Back Stretches for Seniors
Maintaining hamstring flexibility as you age is important for a few reasons. For starters, having tight hamstrings not only affects your legs, but your overall… Read More »5 Safe Hamstring Stretches Seniors Can Do at Home
When it comes to ensuring safety in the bathroom, having the right equipment makes all the difference. Two popular options that can significantly reduce the… Read More »Shower Chairs vs Tub Benches: Which is Right for You?