It's a kown fact that when a person begins to age, regardless of their exercise regimen, that muscle tone and bodys shift and change dimension.
I'm 56 years old, 6'3", 250lbs and in just so so shape but the use of the Tree Saddle with Lone Wolf Sticks has still allowed me to hunt in areas I would NEVER be able to pack a stand plus my regular hunting gear in to.
Yes, it does take some practice and yes it does have some drawbacks.......BUT the pros far outweigh the cons.
I utilize other means of course but it is an additional tool in the arsenal of successful hunters----safe, silent, deadly!