13 Strength-Training Benefits for Seniors (Why Build MUSCLE after 50?)
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- Should Seniors lift weights? Are there benefits to strength training after 50? Yes, and yes! Here are 13 things you will benefit from by building stronger muscles, no matter how old you are. You are never too old to improve your health, and lifting heavy things will help you do that.
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It was nice to see you do a video on this subject. I have some fairly serious spine issues (used to be a paratrooper, go figure) and started working out about a month ago along with doing Keto. My spine is stabilizing (less pain so far) and I have lost a total of 25 pounds. My neurologist is behind me all the way, but I fired my MD because she was dead set against me doing either one. As they say, the proof is in the pudding. By the way, my body is 58 but my mind is 25, so I get into trouble physically a lot. Keep up the good work, sir.
I'm your age and broke my back years ago. I have an inversion table and it helps a lot. I also lift and do keto ish diet.
Than you for your service! I used to work @ my local VA Hospital & I have several friends & family that were paratroopers. Blessings to you & your wellness journey!
1 year on keto will give you 20 years back. Keep it up. Stay the course. You won’t regret it.
Good for you🌟 God Bless You Keep Going🙏
You need to get it right.........the proof of the pudding is in the eating.........not what you said
I'm 72 and started Keto 1 year ago because I was a physical wreck. Now I am starting Martial Arts and strength training and I feel absolutely great.
Well done! keep it up!
Thanks for the motivation. And congratulations!
Wow. I am inspired by your story. Thank you
Wow. You are my model.
That is so good to hear- it’s never too late.
My mom is 83 and TEACHES a weight training class at her local gym.
That is so awesome.
I am impressed!
I wish she lived in my town!
Love it!
WOW! That really gives me hope, I was an elite athlete & over the years I've really slacked off & didn't think I could regain my muscle tone..Keep it up❤
I’m over 60 and kicking ass. No meds super strong. I race dirt bikes and sea kayak. I fast and am carnivore.
58 rt back at ya
I'm with you there buddy. I am 67, OMAD, Keto, have dropped 12k (now at 102kg or 225lbs) in the past few weeks and down to a pretty damn happy look when I see my body in the mirror!
I have returned to doing a lot of the stuff I was doing 30 years ago. I was an amateur boxer until 30, also worked heavy construction so I am waking up a lot of muscles with my weight workouts and feel just great.
Dr Ken Berry and also Dr Jason Fung are just great and the best on TH-cam for this stuff by far. They are true LIFESAVERS!
64 and kayak at least an hour every day possible. Made it clear to Dec 27th last year. It is addictive. Then the lake froze too much. Canada. However, I have discovered snow shoeing. It lets you go places which you normally can't go.
Dude! Inspirational!
Hell yeah brother!
I'm 59 and strength strain everyday. I was so bad off I couldn't hardly walk. Now I'm better than ever.
Congratulations!! How did you motivate yourself to get started and to actually keep it going? I’m 58 and not even that bad off but iso far I haven’t been able to make it happen.
I was also unable to walk (sciatica), meds destroyed my gut but have healed that. Leg muscles are still weak. Can I ask what you did to begin gaining strength in your legs?
I AM 72...SKIN IS RICE PAPER...I ÇHECK THE OIL AND BLEED....HAHAHAHAHA...WALKING IS NOT FAR...I USE ELECTRIC CARTS TO SHOP...YUP...I NEED THIS PROGRAM...👍🇺🇲💪...A GALLON OF WATER IS 8#'s...I lift these a lot...also...I found out I had osteoporosis...JARROW BONE UP IS MY GO TO...AMAZING CALCIUM SUPPLIMENT...3/DAY W/FOOD...THEY SELL 6/DAY...BUT ITS NOT AS CONCENTRATED...WHOLE FOOD SUPPLIMENT VITAMINS...NO 1 A DAY or CENTRUM...DEAD CHEMICALS...GROSS...
Right?! Same here and I love it! And on a low to no carb mostly meat diet it's EASY. The strength comes naturally.
Ps, learning how to breathe properly helps a lot.
You look great! At least 10 years younger! 👍🙂
Staying active and lifting weights is therapy.😁❤️💪 50 is just a number.
50 is indeed just a number, Melissa. 💕
Despite what the beauty industry wants you to believe, skin is just like the rest of the body and responds to diet and exercise.
I'm 58 and do the original P90X videos, damn hard, but worth the effort!!! I won the pushup contest at the National Guard tent at our county fair! The guys in their 20's couldn't believe I could do over 100 pushups.. I beat them all...😂😂 Old guys rock!!! 💪💪💪
Well done!!!!
You’re an inspiration.
Thanks for sharing.
Old Man Strength is a sight to behold!
Can you please share what is your training regimen to keep your push-ups so high? I assume you do those 100 push-ups within 2 minutes time limit.
I’m a 67 year young female who lifts heavy weight 5 days a week. (Planning to pull a 250# deadlift this year). I feel like I’m in my 20’s. Resistance training is the BEST thing I’ve ever done for myself besides living on a VERY low carbohydrate eating regime. Keep up the great work Dr. Berry. You are an inspiration!!!
Do you follow a routine on TH-cam? Also can it be done at home?
At what age did you start weight training?
Wow!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Hi..I know this is an older post, but how are you today? I'm 53, lost over 100 pounds on keto, now carnivore, an starting to increase strength training love it but trainer says must have carbs...just wondering your experience??
I’m a 67 y/o female and am in the gym 5 days a week lifting heavy! I’m deadlifting 235# with a goal of lifting 250#! Been Keto/carnivore for 3 years although my doc doesn’t like that. Love my bacon, steak and liver. Thank you for your lectures. I’ve shared them with many people I care about. Keep up the great work.
Wow! That’s inspiring! Thanks for sharing
Wow that is awesome and inspiring. I want to do iths as well I am 69 years old. I have sciatic nerve pain and muscles weak. I have been going to the Chiro doctor but still feel awful. I have to find a gym that will accept silver sneakers.
Lynne Behrens-Hanna, thank you for your testimony! I turned 63 and I lift weights 2-3 times per week. I am inspired by you!
Wow! That's amazing! Thank you for sharing with us! Makes me want to go harder in the gym! High 5!
Keto is nasty
13 Strength-Training Benefits for Seniors (Why Build MUSCLE after 50?)
1. Stronger Muscles
2. Stronger Bones
3. Better Sleep
4. Increased Insulin Sensitivity
5. Decreased Dementia Risk
6. Decreased Chronic Back / Neck Pain
7. Improved Quality of Life
8. Improved Lifespan / Healthspan
9. Decreased Visceral Fat
10. Decreased Risk of Falling and Risk of Breaking Something
11. Increased Heart Health
12. More Flexible
13. Improved Mood
garyfarm, increased libido for men and women.... balanced hormones for women as well
Thank You!!!!
@@KJB0001 I’ve been a widow and completely alone (zero acquaintances, male or female) for the past five years…increased libido would be cruel and unusual punishment.☹️
@@oldgloryhillfarmturtlewoma9132 - lmao!! I feel you sister. Same.
Thank you man!
Thank you Sir, I've been watching your channel for about 7months now. I'm a recovering addict and alcoholic that has been been semi bedridden for at least since Dec. 2019, I'm 59yrs and was in a coma from those choices. Since watching your channel I've changed my eating habits and went from 247 to 223 and even do a simple walk near my home with a walker,I'm getting better and stronger. I love the way you put things in easy ways so we can understand and not feel as though we/I'm being talked at and not to. Thank you so very much and bless you and your family!
All the best to you! Keep it up!
Way to take control of your health & life. Bless you!
Congratulations on your NEW life ! Take it one day at a time and LOVE yourself for it. Wishing for you all the best. ❤
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing. You are helping me and others too. God bless you.
Thank you all for the encouragement its greatly appreciated
56 here ! Look and feel better then I did when I was 36….. thanks to Keto and now Carnivore .. over 3 years in !
Thank you and Neisha !
Go Kim!
I'm 60+ and recently beat the fastest 8th grade student in our school in a two leg 100 yard dash (100 yards each way). I recently retired from teaching. I own a frontend loader and saw mill which I run by myself. I wrestle logs loading, turning and moving slabs and stack and sticker all my lumber including beams by myself. I live at 4,000' on the U.S./CA border and shovel and plow deep snow all winter. I cut, split and stack 7-8 cords of firewood every year and have done so for 40+ years. I don't need to build muscle. Got plenty, thanks!
Hand clap ! Whoot
This was the video I've been waiting for. Time to get the gym membership. I've always been a huge dude. Started "Carnivore" on July 16, 2021, have dropped from an embarrassing 482 to slightly less embarrassing 429. So 53 pounds lost in 88 days. Now let's see if the gym can speed up the metabolism a little and the continued weight loss also.
Well done!
Every pound is an achievement. If I can lose one, I can lose one more. Happy for you and proud of you. Never give up!
Please continually share your results. We, being the carnivore/keto community, are behind you 100%. Stay strong, and do not falter friend.
Why do the gym? Fix your life so that you are active and lifting stuff all day. Gym is such a waste
or buy free weights and do Caroline Girvan's EPIC series on youtube. It's an ass whipper
This is right up my alley. Was a hard core weightlifter till I fell on the ice last new years. Just now trying to get back into it. I'll be 60 in January
Hope you heal well.
@@jimmckay2337 ty Jim, it's been a long haul. Cracked some vertebrae, broke ribs, bruised internals and lost part of a lung lol. But progress is being made. Mof just left gym, leg day
Due to carnivore I was actually able to spend almost 7 hrs in the Florida sun, working in my yard on Saturday. It's been a couple of years since I've done that. I'm 41. Thank you so much for these videos Dr Berry.
That's interesting because I recently spent a week in Spain and a week in Greece. With only minimal SPF protection, I never burned in the sun and I have pale skin.
@@RobCLynch the experts at The Truth About Cancer website have said that sunscreen actually causes cancer. That's awesome about not burning, keto is so healthy and healing.
@@personalpandemicstoriesorg4707 absolutely interesting. I've been keto for almost two years and I'm able to stay out in the sun for long periods.
@@RobCLynch I ve always burned from the sun too. I haven't spent much time in the sun out of habit since eating keto ( and intermittent fasting). I'll give it a try when warm weather gets to Missouri.
I'm now 80 pounds down since April 11, 2021. Carnivore and OMAD is brilliant. No sugar, bread, grains or vegetables. Just steak, beef liver, eggs, pork and chicken. My joints aren't painful (I'm 53), and my blood pressure has returned to normal. Thanks, Doc!
That's awesome! 😎🖒
@@happydogg312 My blood pressure went from 148/90 in April to 116/64 yesterday. And I’m eating bacon, steak and beef liver. Amazing!
67 and female…strength train about 4 days a week. Other female friends (and a few male acquaintances as well 😉) comment on the “cut” of my arms. All in a good way! Not overly muscled, just a nice shape and strength!
Nice, LL!! What's your weekly routine and how heavy are your weights?
Way to go.
@@KJB0001 Yeah, do tell! :)
@@KJB0001, just finally got a notification about your ?, wonder where it’s been floating around all this time 😆
I’m currently working out at home. Gym requires 😷 and I simply WILL NOT do that when working out!
I have the block weights that go to 50lbs., 5lb. Increments, but also had to be a bit creative. So I have 1lb, & 2 lb, that I stack on to make 17lb. Instead of 15lb,.
I also have a kettle bell set 5,10,15lbs. that I use (great for weight and cardio without too much movement) and I use Resistance bands for some moves. All have their place in the workout and achieve different goals, also easy to travel with.
Routine is pretty simple, 3 sets of whatever movement and/or weight load I’m using. 15 second rest between movements, 30 sec. rest between sets. I usually concentrate on 1 or 2 muscle groups each day + abs.
I used to do 2 days a week, about 65 minutes, and would hit all muscle groups… but I’ve been in a surgical boot for like 9 weeks with a stress fracture…so Ive been limited to only lifting.(thus the need for Stationary cardio)
I really like the 4 days a week! Workout takes about 40 minutes and I think it’s been a + for composition. Also, I read, (or heard in a blog 🤔) about the short resting periods between and I think this is definitely beneficial.
I have a very nicely “cut” arm for an “old gal” 😉 as of this writing the heaviest I’ve done here at home is 15lb. each arm, ready to increase to 17lb. Squats 40/50lbs.
***Research lifting to failure, it’s basically how I got started.
One other thing to note is I’ve been mostly carnivore since 8/01. Down 19lbs. and what I call an all over shedding of fat layer, so even more definition now then when I was lifting heavier at the gym. Protein-centric eating for sure, and necessary for building that muscle!
Hope this helps…and wasn’t too long winded an explanation!
@@laura.lovinlife thanks!!
I'll tell you something else good for improving my mood....a new video from Dr. Ken Berry!
I'm 61, started keto / IF on July 1st, two days after discovering Dr. Berry.
I take two 20 min walks a day, weight lift or work with resistance bands every day, I do two 36 hour fasts a week, some days I'm OMAD, some days I'm Carnivore. I've lost 43 pounds, and my blood pressure med (the only med I take) has been cut in half by my pcp.
Yet today I was feeling kinda down, feeling old, thinking what's the point......then BAM! A new Dr Berry video reminding me that the goal is not perfection, the goal is progress. And I'm making progress! Thank you!
Cool!
Good job!!
Thanks for sharing 😊 Today's a new day!
I am 60. I have walked and run for years, but started weight training, for the second time, about 2 1/2 years ago. I had 2 DEXA scans that showed some osteopenia, but after 2 years of heavy ( for me) lifting, my last DEXA Scan was NORMAL. I'm convinced. Now, if I could just STAY on Keto!
That is so encouraging- I’m 61 & my last bone scan also showed some bone deterioration- so I’m definitely going to start weight training.
Focus on the benefits, not the negatives.
resistance training is one of the few ways to increase bone density, bones need to be stressed
Try grass-fed beef. I could never stay on Atkins after losing up to 65lbs so I always gained it back. I discovered grass-fed beef and for the first time experienced satisfaction eating just meat. I actually SAVOR the fat! It tastes so clean and pure!
I had not committed to carnivore and hit some lifebumps that threw me a curve. But I am moving towards trying just grass-fed beef for one week and then go from there. If TH-cam notifies me of any replies asking for my progress (it often doesn't) I'll update this post.
Despite what the beauty industry wants you to believe, skin is just like the rest of the body and responds to diet and exercise.
I am 77 and have been pouring concrete nearly every day for the last three weeks. I use about 12 to 14 of the 80 pound bags of concrete mix per day. By the time I get that many done I am pretty tired.
That's Amazing! Don't be too hard on yourself though.
OH WOW JULIE what are you building ?
@@jenrich111 a storage shed
Excellent! So much better than the gym for mental health.
order concrete truck :)
Hey everybody, just so you know you don't need a gym in order to get leaner.Just get a doorway pull up bar and start doing basic bodyweight exercises.I can guarantee if you can do 15 pull ups, 30 diamond push ups and 100 bodyweight squats, you will look better than 95% of the population.All you need is consistency.
I totally agree I have a pull up bar in the door and I do chin ups and pull ups and I also do push-ups . Those three exercises work multiple muscle groups and you’ll see the difference you just start slowly and build up.
I'm 71 and started Keto 5 year ago loss 37 kg an reverse my Diabetes an go to gym 3 day week for strength training an Bodybuilding I Look and feel better Thank you Dr Berry.
Thanks for articulating this! I now realize I've been unknowingly "strength training" for the past year! I'm in my 60s, during lockdown, to get exercise I stopped all deliveries; I picked up everything, groceries, family and pet supplies, take out, furniture (that I could carry), etc. I live in a 4 floor walk up. My latest conquest was a 40 pound bag of cat litter! While carrying it up the stairs I kept thinking "this is 20 pounds *less* than I was carrying *on my body* before keto, I can do this!" Top floor felt like Olympic gold! 💪🏆 👑 The workout is definitely mood enhancing!
I’m 56 and feel and look better then I did when I was 36!
I want to do strength training … I’m GOING to ❤️
You'll love it
yes! and endorphins are under rated.. it helps me mentally/emotionally, more than anything else i've tried
Once you start, it's completely addictive!
55 here, doesn’t it just piss you off you didn’t figure this out at 36! Man I think of the shape I could have been in.
Perfect timing I started weights yesterday . I'm 62
Big thumbs up to you once again doctor. I applaud your perseverance in bringing real health benefit knowledge to all.
At 50, I was old, and tired, and fat, and felt, well, senile. I changed my life around, due to so overwhelming personal factors.
I took up keto.
I took a low carb diet - under 50 carbs per day currently.
I took up dancing.
I took up strength training - though weights didn't agree with me, so I did the equal best;
a) push ups,
b) squats and lunges,
c) other dynamic tension / isometric exercises.
Every day. For instance, I do 50 push ups every morning, as well as the rest mentioned above.
Now at 67, I honestly feel and look like I'm 37. I feel like a powerhouse!!! I went from 95 kg to a trim, taut and terrific 62 kg.
My most important message here, is that anyone can do it. But you have to DO IT, not just wish.
You have to put in the effort, and preferably, daily, IMO.
I live 20 floors up .. when I'm in the lift, I do squats. When I'm bringing home the grocery shopping, I use the heavy bags to do arm curls. When I'm dancing, I dance 3 hours a night, and get so much aerobic benefit.
Do it .. or not .. but know, that no one else will do it for you.
it realLy is a case of USE IT OR LOSE IT !!!
Thank you for your inspiration. I turned 51 and feel weak and tired, and keep thinking I have to go to a gym to get strong. Your comment has motivated to start getting strong!
That is so funny I also do squats in the elevator and curls for shopping bags
I’m 70 have been exercising since 28! I weight train/
Pilates /yoga/ spin/trike/stretch /Ski/ I love it and won’t stop till the Lord takes me home 🏡
Motion is lotion ! 🥰🇺🇸
I second dr Berry. I'm 55. Been strength training multiple times a week for the last 11 years, and eating a carnivorish keto diet for 7+ years, and am stronger and healthier than ever both physically and mentally.
Im 77, do keto and lift weights several times a week. Turned my life around. I was looking at a knee replacement, not any any more.
Good for you!
Congratulations 👏 👏
AMEN! I am 72 yoa. I got rid of all my weights 10 years ago and started body weight, TRX and band exercises. I do a full (to failure) 90 minute workout 3 days a week. Approximately 1 year ago I started doing 100 body weight squats every morning…it is the most important 2 minutes of my day. In addition to much improved stability and leg strength, it helps with knees, hips and back pain. I try get sufficient protein to match my activity. What you consume is as important as your activity level. I stay extremely busy with chores, hobbies, major home projects and helping friends / and son with projects.
Sometimes a major project or travel will interfere with my workout routine. Getting back into my routine is difficult but I immediately feel much better physically and mentally.
Invest in yourself….DO IT!
Great job! Do you do all 100 squats in one rep without pausing?
How are you doing now?
Excellent info! I can attest to some of these benefits (at almost 65). I am Insulin resistant and have been wearing a CGM for about a year to keep track of glucose levels. Since beginning strength training about 5 weeks ago, I have finally seen my glucose numbers start to decrease to below 100 for a good part of the day. I am so encouraged by this. I’m noticing an improvement in my balance and it has been surprising to see how quickly the muscles respond to even a little bit of a challenge. Instead of saying “I have” to excercise, I now say “I can” exercise and feel blessed that I can. Our bodies are magnificent.
LOL! I was reading your comment and thought…Wow! Did I write that? Same for me - but I need to step up my weight training game! I’m 61.
Are you carnivore or keto?
When I trained as a nurse many, many years ago I learned that children are resilient and recover quickly from sickness. When I grew into my 60's I learned by experience that older people are resilient as well. I found almost immediate results with minimal activities to strengthen my core and increase endurance. On the flip side, I can lose it very quickly when I become inactive again.
Love strength training at 61. Kettlebells are amazing at obtaining a full body workout. 😍
Strength training is one of the most beneficial things you can do.
I am 57, lifted weights since I was 19.
Despite all those years of lifting, I have realized that food is still the most important thing for health.
I did not always eat what I would currently define as good food.
Way to many carbs and sugar.
But I know that lifting weights helped me in many many ways.
I plan on lifting for as long as I can.
Thank you & LOVED your video.
I am 67 yrs old & 108 lbs & an RN for 45+ years & do exercise (weight bearing exercise) 3-5 times a week.
With GOD'S GRACE,
I am flexible & able to do squats, push-ups, abs exercise, utilizes weights, static bike & tandem bike with my husband.
GOD BLESS you, sir !
A few years back I wouldn’t do push-ups or pull ups because of pain in my hands, wrists, and shoulders. Dr Berry’s arthritis video drew me in. I’m down forty pounds to a normal weight. Feeling good and strong. Getting back to exercises now: seventy pull-ups every few days. No pain. Push-ups no problem. I’m 59.
How are you doing now?
Still strong, feeling good-not achy and maintaining weight. Thanks
I am 65 feel 35. Just lost 50 pounds. 20 more to go.
Congratulations!!!
Well done!
Congratulations
66 here!! Keep going! It is worth it. I feel very young too!
@@ArtOfHealth rock on...my knees feel older!
I am 56 and decided to go low carb IF late last year. All I can say is Wow! I always considered myself fit at 6' 2'' 175lbs, I have always worked out and been active. I immediately dropped 15 lbs and my muscles looked more defined but people did start to comment that I looked too skinny. I decided to start resistance training to gain some weight because i certainly was not going to go back to my old diet. I have picked up about 5lbs back now. BTW, no gym membership or fancy home equipment. I just bought some giant rubber bands (called resistance bands) at Walmart for $30. It is easy to craft all types of exercises from them, I did have to get higher value bands as my strength has increased but that is a problem I am glad to have. Dr. Berry is inspirational, gets me off the couch.
The part about helping mood is true, after a heavy session you feel both drained and relieved of stress.
I am 56. I have arthritis and a knee injury, that is still healing, from a slip in the snow last February. I couldn’t take out my trash for 2 weeks, because I was afraid the groundskeepers hadn’t gotten all of the snow and ice up and I might fall again. I’m still woken by knee pain, in the middle of the night sometimes and, since I’ve lost a bit of weight, through Keto OMAD and walking, during the summer, sometimes, my uninjured knee will lock up and I can also hear both knees clicking.
I have a neighbor, who said she has “undiagnosed MS” last year. Wanted me to start doing stuff for her. She’s 6 years older than myself. But, I and another neighbor have watched her. I could be wrong but, her biggest issue seems to be eating and watching TV 24/7. Like long term, for decades. Like she thinks that, the moment she gets a few greys, she will transfer her worldly worries to me. No.
There will be no such thing as me going to work everyday, eating right, exercising, and planning for old age, being upended by someone who appears as if they couldn’t wait to get “old”, so they could take care of themselves even less and hurl the burden onto me.
This may sound unkind, to someone. But, early 60s isn’t exactly old either. But it can “become” old, if you choose to not take care of yourself, turning your life into a permanent emergency. Those who may see it for what it is? Don’t expect them to drop what they’re doing for themselves, to take care of what you haven’t, exchanging their own health, for yours.
As a side note, this woman adopted a puppy this past summer that, if she needed help from someone, maybe she shouldn’t have adopted the puppy. She probably wasn’t aware of my knee injury but, it’s not like I was going to be skating on ice this winter, to walk an untrained dog for her. I think she figured that out and returned him.
So, don’t bother getting into crippling yourself with poor habits. Not everyone’s eyes are closed. They see you sitting there, like a bump on a log, glad to have a few greys, so they can turn someone into a handmaid and may find themselves without. Take care of yourself. No one else is supposed to, until you absolutely cannot.
You're quite strong and your story is motivational. I'm george, about the same age with you, I would love to be your friend.
@@georgeaaron3296 sorry I’m private. But, sometimes, I wonder if it’s strength or sheer terror of what some people have in store for others, that doesn’t have to be.✌🏽
@@privateprivate8366 I understand you! but at the end of the day, no man is an island. You never really know who one truly is until you get to know them better, but still I respect your stand ✌️
@@georgeaaron3296 well, I stay private because my father made a bit of a name in his field. I also do not want “feedback” from family I’ve left or from the many enablers out there who think I should return or also live in service of my neighbor. There’s a ton of people out there who feel, “Abuse? Who cares about you being abused??? More importantly is that you be a good daughter and neighbor!” I disagree with them, but I know there are more of them out there, than us.
@@privateprivate8366 your situation is quite relatable, but at least having someone to talk is a bit necessary. Are you married?
There's also a strong claim in doing weightlifting, is huge increase in growth hormone which is anti aging factor
Correct Brother. You turn on growth hormones!
I worked out for 20 years, thru college and grad school, but stopped when I got married 11 years ago. Big mistake. My knees and my back are showing their age. I am getting back into it with resistance bands, body weight exercises and listening to you and Dr. Berg for nutrition advise.
67 here... saving my muscles is my concern while doing carnivore .💪❤️
I've got a very active lifestyle and build and fix stuff requiring strength. In my late 40's I'd have to push through fatigue often to get things done, and the next day suffered with sore muscles. After a bout with an autoimmune disease and RA at 62, I began Keto and then carnivore and settle on a carnivore-ish Keto. Now at 68 I have more stamina then I had in my 40's, and no muscle recovery is required. I can hike all day through the mountains, carry building materials up a ladder all day, and the next day, no sore muscles, I feel like a kid again.
48 and listening
I started lifting weights 5½ yrs ago when I was 46. I started with 2 & 3 lb weights. Today I used a 30lb dumbbell for single sided chest presses.
Weightlifting is my therapy now. In December 2019, my dad was in a serious 4 wheeler crash, crushing the ribs on his left side. He was in horrible pain and it was really hard to watch. I would come home from the hospital and lift heavy weights.
I am that guy like your dad, bad motorcycle accident 2016, still not back 100% but that doesn't stop me from wanting to ride again, 3 months in hospital, 2 years strict physio and after that Keto Carnivore this last year with walking and limited strength and resistance training, my cardio doc says enlarged aorta so no heavy weights, 68 going on 50 lol.
@@roadiemort3589 I am so sorry that happened to you! I will be praying for you.
Unfortunately, my dad breathed in a harmful bacteria while lying in the dirt immediately after his accident.
We thought he was recovering, but about 6 wks after his accident he began having cognitive and physical problems. His health deteriorated for another 6 wks until he passed away last March.
The neurosurgeon said that Dad's blood/brain barrier was weak because of his age (he was 79). After that visit, I began to wonder if a high carb diet would also weaken the blood/brain barrier since my dad ate such a high carb diet. Sure enough.
I am so glad you have chosen to eat a Carnivore diet. Your body will thank you. 🙂
51 female and have been lifting weights on and off for over 35 years. I am more consistent now and usually hit the gym lifting 4-5 days per week. 2 upper body days, 2 lower body days and an extra "I'm pissed off gotta work it out" day. I am the only older female at the gym actually lifting with purpose. ie: progressive overload, time under tension, pause reps. Most of the women are on cardio machines. I do cardio after my weight training for fat burning and heart health benefits but my focus is building strength and maintaining the muscle I have.
I am 70 ... feeling pretty sore all over, so much I can hardly move to stretch these days...look 48 though, 🤪 but ruined my body overdoing Karate, falling off mountains, a car wreck, over dieting to the point of starvation, and several other issues... 😥🤷 I do have the elastic bands but they are tucked in a box 🙄😜
64 year old female…love my weights! Lifting for years and years and wouldn’t stop for anything. I am tiny, small boned, and weight lifting gives me shape and a wee bit of bulk (wee bit, it’s hard for me to make muscle and I do lift heavy!). I add yoga too and now have hubby doing some good stretching. Sadly it hasn’t helped with my bone loss (but I keep trying)….years of prednisone to combat a frustrating life with chronic idiopathic urticaria destroyed my bones. Hoping to rebuild what was lost…lots of protein, k and d vitamins and yes, lifting heavy things!
Have you tried rebounding for bone strength? It's what the astronauts use to rebuild bones after being in space.
Well, I started on keto about a year and a quarter ago. This has been absolutely life changing. With five damaged discs since I was 15, three operations and being left with a prolapsed disc trapping nerve since 2000 I was down to walking maybe 20 minutes every 3 days. It has lowered the inflammation in my back enough that I now have some resemblance of a life rather than my former existence and can walk for several hours a day. Bonus was gaining 1kg from my 69kg/152lb. In the words of Bob Segar, "I was a little too tall, could have used a few pounds." I'm now 6kg heavier than when I started high school.
About six months ago I picked up weights, not very much. This is helping me fight the encapsulitis in my shoulder (injured when my legs gave out on me one day because of problem above). Since I'm working on arms I'm working on my core as well. No matter how bad it seems keep treading water and you can get through.
KenBerryMD, you're on thin ice with this senior citizen bit. I might be 57+, but I class myself as '21 and a bit', late teems. ;-)
I turned 55 today. I’ve lost 63 lbs doing keto and most of it with Keto Made Simple with Dr. Eric Westman. Once my pain resolved, I added strength training and have added 9lbs of muscle in 16 weeks! I appreciate this video as one trainer I met said it isn’t possible when you get old. I’ve experienced many of these benefits you mention already, especially diminishing my back and neck pain and sleep! Last year, I could barely run my vacuum.
Happy Birthday Jennifer!!! Keep going!!!
Happy Birthday young girl! Keep it up.
Happy Birthday Jennifer !
Here's to good health, healing, loving yourself and positive outlook on life.
I was surprised that at 57 I was able to build muscle almost as well as when I was much younger. Dumbells or even body weight exercises are all you need, no gym membership required!
Yeah, I was told I was too old for hypertrophy by a professional trainer. Dude in the mirror looks pretty good except for that little bit of fat on the back of my hip. Gonna get that crap off of me. 57 next month.
@@aintgonnaworrynomore Most professional trainers are not that good, you don't need them at all unless you have some serious health condition and need proper assistance or guidance. In most cases, you can do it completely by yourself.
Yea, built a home gym during pandemic. Never leave the house👍
57 and down 38 pounds due to ketovore and intermittent fasting…but these wrinkled up arms and legs need to go 😂 Thanks for the encouragement….
Weight train with a friend. Feel amazing when we lift. Well, I love leg days & hate arm days but at 55, I am stronger than in my 40s. Thx for the info & encouragement Dr B.
Never forget Leg-Day!!
Should I be lifting weights if I’m over weight will it make me bulk up
@@keshahenry8449 no it wont.
@@keshahenry8449 muscle BURNS calories! Double benefit! Keep at it girl! (AND the carnivore/keto will help you drop the pounds almost like MAGIC!)👍🏼💞🙏🏼
dr Ken you just crack me up 😆 when you make certain comments… like the one about the peaches …so down to earth!
And the way he starts the video- “are you old? are you washed up?” 😂😂. I just turned 52 - my answer “H@#$ No!!
I have been following your videos for a while. I am 82,overweight with piriformis in my right butt cheek for years.
Since April started carnivore and weightlifting, lost 35lbs,walking 1mile a day.
Healthier and happier.
Keep it up, Vishnu. I hope you're doing conscious breathing exercises as well. That helps a lot.
Hi Vishnu. I strained my piriformis earlier this year and it took forever to heal. I’m 60 years old. I hope you get over it quickly.
Thanks everyone for support
I love that you recommended using items that everyone will have some variation of in their cupboard. Just getting back into strength-training, loving it, seeing awesome outward results after only 4 weeks. This was a great to learn about the benefits we can't see!
Reading all the comments is so inspiring!!! You guys ROCK!!! I'm 61, rode my bike with the family Sunday 4 miles, couldn't even do that at the beginning of the summer!! I am working on it!! I have a heart valve going bad, but cardiologist says to go live. And that's what I'm doing!!!
I’m 69 I exercised 3x a week and combined with lifting some weight coz I have Diabetes 2 my cardiologist told me I’m gonna live until 100 yrs old and I feel good to hear it . I agree to all you said .
I am 4 months away from 65. I was diagnosed with MS (multiple sclerosis) in 1992. I have been strict carnivore for 14 months; was keto prior. I train twice a week with a former Navy Seal and am very active every day. I am asymptotic with MS. I am very lean and strong. I have never felt better.
Wow! That's commendable, I'm george, how are you doing today?
Love strength training for years, I’m 65! It’s been the best thing I do for myself🙌 It helps in so many way. Thanks Dr. Berry❤️
49 here...I use weights each day to help with mental battle wounds from Iraq. Plus lots of fish. Tonight I ate 12 ounces of wild caught Salmon in butter. Done eating by 6 pm. So tomorrow I will break my fast around 11 am with 3 more Salmon filets. It helps. Dinner will be 14 ounce fatty ribeye.
Thank you for your service!
@@juliecramer7768 Thank you Julie. I appreciate that.
From one veteran to another, Thank You for your service !
Hang in there brother....the best is yet to come.
@@donnacouch2110 Thank you Donna! I appreciate that.
All these claims here are true folks. I've been weight training for over 45 years and at 66 years of age, I'm still at it and still loving it. Weight training, I believe, IS for everyone! Running...not so much. Love this channel.
This is such good information, and a great encouragement. Thank you Dr Berry.
Great video ! I'm 68 and my wife and I go to the gym 3 to 4 times a week. I first do cardio machines then use weight machines. I have always been pretty active, dirt bikes and boating ,lots of swimming and I love to tread water for at least 1/2 hour to 45 minutes. It is surprising how much it helps your lungs. We are very grateful we live on a lake and can use it almost daily. What started me going to the gym was that I had a triple bypass surgery 2 years ago and after that I went to therapy which was really a small gym. I liked it so much I couldn't wait to join a regular gym. Medicare pays for gym memberships so money should not be an issue for seniors. Everything you said is spot on, especially sleeping and just plain making you feel better.
I used to love lifting weights and got out of the habit. I recently bought a nice cage and bench set for the garage but haven't put it together yet. This has inspired me to get it ready and start using it right away! I'm 51 and overweight, currently doing keto/low-carb and have lost 40 lbs. so far and still have a lot to lose. I already feel better and my bloodwork is normal again!
I am turning 55 in a month. Started reducing carbs back in Dec 2021 and am now I pretty much just eat beef, pork, chicken, eggs and a little dairy (butter, small amount of cheese). Was on BP medicine for probably 15 years, Omeprazole the same. No longer on BP medicine, just quit the omeprazole, down 52 lbs from 276 to 224. Lift weights every day I can get in the gym, usually 5-7 days a week. Lift weights aggressively for 1 hr. each of those days. Going to start running on the treadmill now that I have reduced my weight enough. Feel better than I have for years and actually make a lot of the younger folks look like they can't keep up. Thank you, Dr. Berry, for all your information on your channel. I think you have probably added years to my life.
I'm 65 and got sick of being weak and slow-moving, afraid of falling, unable to run or jump. Joined a gym, got a personal trainer and we're working on my balance, agility and building muscle - she's awesome and my family has commented on my increased strength, better posture and higher energy.
What a great time to watch this video. I was multi-tasking today and tripped on a rolled up rug. Fell face first in a floor fan. Busted my lip. Big knot below my knee. Thank God no pain with that. Just icing it and taking it easy. I used to strength train years ago. I felt great. I need to make the time to start it again. Since i just turned 55 last week.
Happy Re-Birthday Vale!!!
Thanks for the encouragement Dr. Berry. Gonna get started.
Love it you did this video. I'm 67 and before seeing this I just pulled out my weights yesterday from under the bed and went to working out. I am one of your unseen TH-cam patients and to encourage you from my adhering to your messages, my last a1c came in at 5.8 down from 8.9 type 2, just three months prior. That's [.1] away from even out of prediabetic! My doctor, 'the medicine man', was astonished and said he has never seen any of his patients do that. My catch 22 problem is I lost to much weight and is what prompted me to pull out the weights to put on some mussel. Your video, as all of them was a good doctor's shot of encouragement. Thank you Dr. Berry!
I need to incorporate strength training. I am a massage therapist and most days I'm tuckered out. Nice biceps, tho. Anywho, plenty of muscles NOT getting the use they need.
To quote Rush “Seasoned Citizen”. I’m 55 and love strength training. Best of all you don’t need to carb load before a session because living keto gives you all the energy you need.
Rush the drug addict or the band??
@@KJB0001 Rush was not an addict. Did you believe those lies? You must not know anything about the man.
I'm 62 and most days I try and hit the gym hard for a good workout. I also do Carnivore and intermittent fasting. I don't look or feel like I'm 62.
65. Went keto 1 year ago and started resistance training. Lost 35 lbs but recently gained
a few lbs. Diet hasn't changed. Muscle..Arms and chest are bigger
Plus, eat one gram of protein per pound of desired body weight for us older folks. So stop with the tiny 3 oz servings of salmon and eat 9oz. A chicken breasts that weighs 140 grams has about 40 grams of protein. Also, a gallon of water weighs 8 pounds, so lift a jug of Ozarka water if you can't find weights (during Covid)
I'm 61 and I lift weights always thank you for sharing.♥️
I am 78 y/o and exercise regularly. I climb a steep hill in my neighborhood several times each week. The key is HIIT getting my heart rate above 150 bpm peak. Sooo important. I also go to gym to work on core and upper body strength. Crunches, lower back extensions, chest press and dumbbell curls. Diet includes minimal carbs, apple cider vinegar w/ metamusal each morning and vitamins/supplements B complex, natural C, D3 5000iu, K2, fish oil/EPA DHA, aged garlic extract and alpha lipoic acid. My immune system is strong - never truly sick. A lite beer or small glass wine 1-2 times/week. Goal is to be active at 100.
I have degenerative disc disease, and sometimes I don't look forward to doing resistance training, but most of the time, the malady of the day improves with the exercise. This goes for walking, too.
I’m 53 and I’ve been strength training for 23 years. I recently started carnivore diet and I feel even better than when I was eating carbs. Sticking with carnivore for the rest of my life
What's the carnivore diet? Meat only? Do you not eat veggies?
@@malcolmrowe5031 meat only. I use to eat veggies but I found out they contain oxilates which is a poison plants give off that can make you sick. Check out Dr. Berry’s and Paul Saladinos channel to get more info on the carnivore diet
Great video as always, I'm so glad you cover more than just diet and I appreciate everything you take the time to upload.
Yes!
Over fifty here. Just finished the goggins 4x4x48 challenge! 50 is the new 30s. 💪💪💪
Super Good for Everyone!!! So important to give a bit of time to move around & lift heavy things with a Smile!!! Thank You Dr.Berry!! Love&light from California 💗💗
I'm 60. My husband and I just joined a gym. Now I'm more motivated than the flabby upper arms.
I'm as old as my tongue and a little older than my teeth heading towards 70, the Interstate speed limit. A year ago I lost 40 lbs in 2 months on keto which also resulted in a loss of muscle mass. I discovered this a couple of months later when I tried to move some heavy tote boxes I previously could easily manhandle and now struggled to shift them. I have no pain but definitely have noticeably lost strength so I need to workout, something I never needed to do before.
That's true... built my own gym at home. It's crazy how fast you can build muscle only with 20-30 minutes a day, started to sleep better and even my belly is now flat.
After 30 days you feel way better
Salute you from south italy doc
Great video! I lifted a lot when I was younger, but got back into it 4 months ago after dropping 140 lb on keto/IF and LOVE it! A couple of things to keep in mind:
1 - as we get older we recover from a workout more slowly, so start slow and easy.
2 - there are some great resources on TH-cam on lifting (I like AthleanX), but they’ll use specific terms like “hypertrophy” (making your muscles get bigger), and “strength training” (power lifting, or getting stronger. These are more advanced concepts, but be aware of them as you do your research so you can see if they apply to your goals.
3 - fitness channels love their carbs and will say ridiculous things like “you can’t build muscles on keto”…just ignore that crap.
4 - REST. Nobody ever got stronger while they were lifting, they got stronger while resting between workouts.
Thank you for this and all your videos, you are a rock star 😍🤗🙌🏽
Great reminder… I am ready to start back up with my weight lifting.
Brothers like you $ir are a God send. Thanks for blesssing the seniors, who are in need of information, pertaining to a long prosperous life. God bless you Dr.
Dr. Ken, I've been involved in the fitness industry for a long time. Not an active trainer as of late, but still take care of my self and some friends still look to me for advice. My point...I've been watching all of your pod casts and am so impressed with your approach to health. This one is especially good because it points out that you don't have to push the envelope to be physically and mentally in shape. My hat is off to you! BTW...I'm 71 with back injuries and still find ways to keep the pump even if ever so slightly!
Thank you, doc. This is very helpful.
Thanks Doc. Been wondering about this. Gotta get some weights now.
Spot on Dr. Berry! Strength training is not the same as body-building or bulk training
I just celebrated my 71st birthday. I started Keto and IF/OMAD with you Dr 3 years ago. Just saw the Docu
Reversed and now doing Ketovore.
I have been lifting 2 lbs for over 2 years, then went to 5 lb in Jan. For my light weight now doing 3 lb. Soon, will get 8 lb weights for my heavy weights. 🙏 ♥ 💪
“Too smart to eat that crap!” Ha, ha, ha! Love that. I was strength training up until I hurt my hip a few years back. I’ve got to get back at it!! Motivation is the crap I need help with, not eating those peaches!
Motivation is a bullshit word. Think of it more as a type of habit you need to learn to develop. You can develop it like any other skill. Doesn't matter if you only start by doing 5 minutes a day or 5 curls of that soup can a day & work up gradually. Find a time & do it @ that same time every day. Maybe keep a soup can on the table next to your couch & do curls while watching your favorite TV show. Or set an alarm clock specifically for exercise, just like you do to get to in the morning. Treat yourself to a semi naughty keto bomb after reaching a specific goal of being able to do 10 squats for 7 days in a row. Make it fun for you.
@@kayjandik7305 maybe a bullshit word to you but when you suffer a major injury “motivation” Is just as much mental as physical. I’ve done been there before. Lost 45 lbs, reshaped, been keto for over 6 years. I use resistance training and am pretty strong for 55 years old. My motivation needs are to think past the pain that I still have. Thanks for the encouragement though.
@@ldpetchell I have had mild scoliosis, migraine headaches & debilitating allergies all my life. I've also suffer from a downhill skiing accident 25 years ago that pulled all of my trapezoid muscles to major failure, so my spine doesn't like to stay aligned thriving my whole back & neck. I have pain every day! But I have worse pain when I don't exercise!!! So yes, motivation is still bullshit! Don't let a made up word for getting shit done steal your thunder. If you make it a daily habit you don't need motivation!!! I bet you put on underwear every day. That's not motivation. That's just habit. No one really actually needs underwear! Do 2 squats every time you put on underwear since you have to bend down a bit anyway to put them on. Viola! No motivation, but your still exercising!!!
Well…I’m over 50 (54) so….old? 🤔Washed up? NEVER!
I’m mistaken for my 30’s and 40’s often. 😉
Commendable 👏 between, you look very beautiful. I'm george, where are you located?
Really appreciate your vid's Dr Berry. Your training and clinical experience as well as professional development comes through in your messaging. It's very reassuring having access to advice from a proper medical doctor on matters of metabolic illness when You Tube is filled with people calling themselves doctor who aren't. Keep up the good work and God Bless.
Crazy thing..im a subscriber...and searched how to grow muscle after the age of 50, as i recently turned 50...scrolling thru...i see this. Thank you Dr Berry!!!!!!! You are a absolute legend of a man.
Over 50 is Senior Citizen territory now!! Easy there Dr. Ken lol 😆. The wife and I love all the great information you pass on to everyone 👍👍