Independence for Life

Getting older doesn't have to mean slowing down! This book shows you how to create a personalized plan to build strength, protect bone health, restore balance and improve mobility From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Thriving Beyond Fifty. Getting older doesn't have to mean slowing down. Discover how to create a personalized plan to build strength, protect bone health, restore balance and improve mobility at any age. Physiotherapist and over-50s health specialist Will Harlow, who has helped millions through his YouTube channel, shows you how to build your own transformative, step-by-step plan based on his Four Pillars of Independence - strength, mobility, balance and skeletal health. First, you'll assess your starting point, then choose exercises to target your weak areas and create a routine that grows with you. This isn't about fixing one issue at a time - it's about building a plan to keep your whole body strong, mobile and independent for years to come. Inside, you'll find science-backed strategies, easy-to-follow exercises and simple self-assessments to help you track your progress and stay motivated, whatever your starting point. You'll learn how to- Build muscle and stability safely at any age, even if you've never trained before. Improve balance and coordination to prevent falls and move with confidence. Protect and strengthen your bones to reduce the risk of fracture. Maintain and restore mobility so your body works with you, not against you. Reduce pain so you can stay active and get back to doing the things you love. Create a structured routine you can follow week by week and adapt as you improve. Independence for Life is more than a collection of exercises - it's your complete guide to building a clear, personalized roadmap for ageing well. You're not too old and it's never too late - you just haven't had the right plan. Until now.