Here’s my .02- I have been weight training over 30 years. The majority of that was competitive powerlifting. Here’s what I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older- your body will eventually hit a brick wall. HOWEVER, that doesn’t mean you can’t build new muscle in areas that you’ve never focused on. When I switched to a pure “bodybuilding” training approach, I was, and still am, getting gains in muscles that had received little stimulation in the past. The point being is no matter how long you’ve trained, I’m betting there’s a muscle somewhere that could grow a little more. It may be insignificant, but every little bit helps. I don’t go to the gym with the mindset that I’m done growing. I go there with intensity, and the mindset that I’m always going to accomplish more. Of course for me personally, I go just because I freaking love the pain of a great workout. Nothing better than half crawling out of the gym, and having to sit 15 minutes in the car before you finally feel like driving.
At 55, it is all about maintenance and nothing else! Unless you just started out. Im able to lift the same as I did at 28 but at higher body weight. Not as ripped as I was, and have no intention on become as ripped again.
I started having joint issues so I lightened the weight to achieve 20-30 reps and started seeing gains. I know most won't except this but I'm telling you it worked. Now i know I'll have to go back to heavy weight but i definitely confused my muscles.
I track my progress in a notebook but don't write down a plan going forward. The plan is in my head. I increase weight slowly for example 3 sets of 3 or 5 then work up to 5 sets of 5 at that weight, then go to higher weight at 3x3 or 3x5 and repeat this cycle. Basic compound exercises remain the same but I may vary accessory exercises from week to week or take a lighter week of high reps at lower weight if I feel I'm getting burnt out at the higher weight.
I'm 52. I do not have visible abs, and it doesn't bother me. I do follow a program. 4 days a week: squat, bench, deadlift, overhead press, one day for each. I train compound movements, not body parts. A barbell is the best tool for strength.
Yet again sound and sensible advice that works but as somebody with chronic elbow tendonitis I'm finding that stopping just short of failure for upper body exercising and increasing protein intake by about 30g on training days has seen me make small but positive gains. Leg days I still go apo and "enjoy" 3 days of soreness. Keep up the good work and know you have friends across the pond. Just because we age doesn't mean we have to stop improving even if our test levels drop.
I had hip surgery 2 years ago! I had a bad case of arthritis in my hip! So I can’t lift heavy! My hip still isn’t the greatest! U go walking now! I used to run up to 16 miles.
I want to thank you jay for your help! You’re advice to help us guys.! I do want to to beat my and not look my age! I’m trying to get in shape! And have a body I’m happy with
Thanks for the video Jay. How much time are you resting between exercises and sets? Do you implement HIIT in your workouts? Do you implement farmer’s carries? As a newbie I’ve found that improving my grip strength with lots of farmers’ carries in between sets has helped me handle heavier weights and cured my elbow pain.
I rest 90 seconds between sets & 3-5 minutes between exercises. I occasionally implement hiit into my training more so when prepping for competition & yes I do perform farmers carries. Thanks for watching & sharing your comments!
Lifting light weights is a personal thing, as 20kg OHP is L light for 1 person and heavy for someone else, I like lifting light with certain exercises like side Lat raises but heavier with OHP
I just found out I gained more weight! I’m almost 200! I’m 196! I just turned 56! I started lifting weights when I turned 50! I would love to have abs! Have a great physique that I’m proud of to see! I lift weights everyday with pushups! I guess I’ll have to go back to fasting again! I’ll never consider myself a bodybuilder.!
Great video Jay. Tracking cannot be overstated and this goes for tracking diet as well. Without those metrics, you will be unable to determine what is effective and what isn't. Varying training is important when you plateau. However, if you are still making progress with an exercise (increasing in weight or reps in each training session) then I stick with that exercise. Also, exercise form and technique are some of the most important things to focus on to optimize your training and prevent injuries. Good stuff Jay.
I am 52 and been lifting for 38 years younger i was in the gym 6 times per week, I did powerlifting, and all sort of training except cross fit which i find dangerous lifting heavy and fast is not a good mix. I reach my full potential at 25 started at 13 but did not know what i was doing back then. The thing is changing routine rep ranger etc but if you are a natural bodybuilder or train for fun you won't gain any more muscles. Yes 110% creatine can make you a lot bigger but like I already said for me I just look bloated and fat. What will change your look is dieting, your eating plan apart from that. Natural athlete gain about 15-20 pounds of muscles and that's it.
Hi , i think i might of put you off asking if i could email you, Sorry for that .your workout plans look gr8. Is this something i could ask staff at my pulminary , heart care rehab to do for me. Im not looking to get jacked, just a suitable physique. Many thanks Steve
What unpleasant news you bring! I've been weight training for 43 years, but I've never wanted to use the term "bodybuilding." At the time, bodybuilding was for gays, steroid users or underweight natural competitive bodybuilders. We have now reached an age where 'bodybuilding' is already a dirty word. We train with weights in the hope of having a healthy body for as long as possible. ‘Bodybuilding’….yikes!
Lol. I agree. I don't like " bodybuilding". I would never state I'm a bodybuilder. If asked , I just say I lift weights. That bodybuilder title has some negative connotations as well as sounding a bit pretentious
After 30 years training, I always assumed that I was a weightlifter. For me Bodybuilding is for the competitors, Amateur or Professional. And I don’t think Bill Pearl, Arnold, Yates or Jay Cutler were gay.
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Here’s my .02- I have been weight training over 30 years. The majority of that was competitive powerlifting. Here’s what I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older- your body will eventually hit a brick wall. HOWEVER, that doesn’t mean you can’t build new muscle in areas that you’ve never focused on. When I switched to a pure “bodybuilding” training approach, I was, and still am, getting gains in muscles that had received little stimulation in the past. The point being is no matter how long you’ve trained, I’m betting there’s a muscle somewhere that could grow a little more. It may be insignificant, but every little bit helps. I don’t go to the gym with the mindset that I’m done growing. I go there with intensity, and the mindset that I’m always going to accomplish more. Of course for me personally, I go just because I freaking love the pain of a great workout. Nothing better than half crawling out of the gym, and having to sit 15 minutes in the car before you finally feel like driving.
Well said! Thanks for sharing
At 55, it is all about maintenance and nothing else! Unless you just started out. Im able to lift the same as I did at 28 but at higher body weight. Not as ripped as I was, and have no intention on become as ripped again.
I started having joint issues so I lightened the weight to achieve 20-30 reps and started seeing gains. I know most won't except this but I'm telling you it worked. Now i know I'll have to go back to heavy weight but i definitely confused my muscles.
Elastic power bands can be great to use for longer periods to ease joint issues
I track my progress in a notebook but don't write down a plan going forward. The plan is in my head. I increase weight slowly for example 3 sets of 3 or 5 then work up to 5 sets of 5 at that weight, then go to higher weight at 3x3 or 3x5 and repeat this cycle. Basic compound exercises remain the same but I may vary accessory exercises from week to week or take a lighter week of high reps at lower weight if I feel I'm getting burnt out at the higher weight.
I’m 55 and I’m still jacked. I work hard in the gym and still manage to put on muscle and get better ever year.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing
I'm 52. I do not have visible abs, and it doesn't bother me. I do follow a program. 4 days a week: squat, bench, deadlift, overhead press, one day for each. I train compound movements, not body parts. A barbell is the best tool for strength.
Hi. How many sets per movement do you perform?
@@andrewfitzman It varies. Sometimes 5 sets x 5 reps, sometimes 3x3, sometimes 5x2. I typically have a 6-8 week rotation.
Yet again sound and sensible advice that works but as somebody with chronic elbow tendonitis I'm finding that stopping just short of failure for upper body exercising and increasing protein intake by about 30g on training days has seen me make small but positive gains. Leg days I still go apo and "enjoy" 3 days of soreness.
Keep up the good work and know you have friends across the pond. Just because we age doesn't mean we have to stop improving even if our test levels drop.
Awesome! Thank you!
I had hip surgery 2 years ago! I had a bad case of arthritis in my hip! So I can’t lift heavy! My hip still isn’t the greatest! U go walking now! I used to run up to 16 miles.
I want to thank you jay for your help! You’re advice to help us guys.! I do want to to beat my and not look my age! I’m trying to get in shape! And have a body I’m happy with
Absolutely! Thank you for tuning in to my channel
Spot on video, Jay. Recording your progress is such a vital component to having effective workouts.
Thanks!
Thanks for the video Jay. How much time are you resting between exercises and sets? Do you implement HIIT in your workouts? Do you implement farmer’s carries? As a newbie I’ve found that improving my grip strength with lots of farmers’ carries in between sets has helped me handle heavier weights and cured my elbow pain.
I rest 90 seconds between sets & 3-5 minutes between exercises. I occasionally implement hiit into my training more so when prepping for competition & yes I do perform farmers carries. Thanks for watching & sharing your comments!
Lifting light weights is a personal thing, as 20kg OHP is L light for 1 person and heavy for someone else, I like lifting light with certain exercises like side Lat raises but heavier with OHP
I just found out I gained more weight! I’m almost 200! I’m 196! I just turned 56! I started lifting weights when I turned 50! I would love to have abs! Have a great physique that I’m proud of to see! I lift weights everyday with pushups! I guess I’ll have to go back to fasting again! I’ll never consider myself a bodybuilder.!
Great video Jay. I’m adding your routine example for a try next month. I always like to explore new territory. Thx 💪
Awesome! Thanks
Great video Jay. Tracking cannot be overstated and this goes for tracking diet as well. Without those metrics, you will be unable to determine what is effective and what isn't. Varying training is important when you plateau. However, if you are still making progress with an exercise (increasing in weight or reps in each training session) then I stick with that exercise. Also, exercise form and technique are some of the most important things to focus on to optimize your training and prevent injuries. Good stuff Jay.
Thank you for sharing
I am 52 and been lifting for 38 years younger i was in the gym 6 times per week, I did powerlifting, and all sort of training except cross fit which i find dangerous lifting heavy and fast is not a good mix.
I reach my full potential at 25 started at 13 but did not know what i was doing back then. The thing is changing routine rep ranger etc but if you are a natural bodybuilder or train for fun you won't gain any more muscles.
Yes 110% creatine can make you a lot bigger but like I already said for me I just look bloated and fat.
What will change your look is dieting, your eating plan apart from that. Natural athlete gain about 15-20 pounds of muscles and that's it.
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Glad you enjoyed it
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Hi , i think i might of put you off asking if i could email you, Sorry for that .your workout plans look gr8. Is this something i could ask staff at my pulminary , heart care rehab to do for me. Im not looking to get jacked, just a suitable physique. Many thanks Steve
Sorry, I only see initial comments & not follow ups. My TH-cam email is listed on channel page. Thanks
What unpleasant news you bring! I've been weight training for 43 years, but I've never wanted to use the term "bodybuilding." At the time, bodybuilding was for gays, steroid users or underweight natural competitive bodybuilders. We have now reached an age where 'bodybuilding' is already a dirty word. We train with weights in the hope of having a healthy body for as long as possible. ‘Bodybuilding’….yikes!
Lol. I agree. I don't like " bodybuilding". I would never state I'm a bodybuilder. If asked , I just say I lift weights. That bodybuilder title has some negative connotations as well as sounding a bit pretentious
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After 30 years training, I always assumed that I was a weightlifter. For me Bodybuilding is for the competitors, Amateur or Professional. And I don’t think Bill Pearl, Arnold, Yates or Jay Cutler were gay.