Thriving Beyond Fifty (Expanded Edition)

* THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * Take back control of your health with simple, at-home exercises to relieve pain, restore mobility and avoid surgery.

What if your aches, stiffness and reduced mobility weren’t an inevitable part of getting older?

Many age-related problems are both preventable and treatable. Specialist physiotherapist Will Harlow – followed by millions on YouTube for his clear, practical advice – shows you how to feel stronger and move more freely again. Will explains the causes of pain and demonstrates 111 simple, targeted exercises designed specifically for over-50s. Many readers experience noticeable improvement in a relatively short space of time.

You’ll discover how to:

• Understand the causes of conditions such as sciatica, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow and plantar fasciitis – and how to treat them effectively.
• Relieve pain and recover more quickly using simple techniques that address the root cause and deliver lasting improvement.
• Move with confidence again by improving balance, reducing your risk of falls and understanding how your body works so you can stay active and independent.
• Build strength and flexibility for everyday life, making it easier to walk, stand, bend and get back to the activities you enjoy.
• Stay in control of your long-term health with practical solutions you can use at home to prevent problems, recover from injuries and continue making progress.

This book is like having a physiotherapist by your side – a trusted reference guide you’ll return to time after time to understand why pain occurs and how to fix it.

Whether your goal is to walk more comfortably, garden with ease or simply get up from the floor with confidence, Thriving Beyond Fifty gives you a simple, proven way to move better – for life.