I’m 62 and I am doing exactly what John is doing I push hard for 6 weeks Take it easy and cycle again Last fast years have put on 25 lbs of muscle never did peds in my career of lifting but I am on TRT now - game changer But exactly what John says lifting heavy should not be related to age Good video guys
Paul, You've got 11 years to get like him! Get working! Great video. I am in the current physique challenge (challenge number 2) and have shed the weight. Next goal is to build some muscle over the next few months. I will be 60 in January, still working as a firefighter, and have never felt better. Would love more videos with John. Inspiring for us old guys! Thank you.
after lifting for 30 years, this is as good as I am going to be, John has some fantastic genetics and many years training and eating to max out his potential!
Turning 65 next month (no TRT) and in the best shape of my life. At work, I have been mistaken for being in my 40's and that was just a few months ago. Lifting heavy and mountain biking (singlespeed) and no-nonsense eating keep me in better shape than most in their 20s.
It's great seeing John featured! Been following his work for years. I still refer to his book, Natural Bodybuilding. Coming from a 61 yr old planning for his next physique competition.
You guys look amazing! My sister and I just started training together again and did an InBody scan. Same goal as John! Once a month scan to hopefully see the body fat percentage go down and muscle mass increase. 👊🏼💥 Great stuff 👍🏼
I am 62, feeling the best and strongest as I have ever been. This is mostly because of high quality scientific information available on YT nowadays. Pushing hard to build muscles. Very similar program as described. Mainly compound movements, progressive overload and supersets for every parts of the body with full ROM and strict form. I follow the learning from Layne Norton, Dr. Mike RP, Wolf Coaching and Menno Henselmans.
Great video, Guys. Turning 64 next month and still hitting the weights 3 times a week and hiking 3 times a week. I don't look as good as you guys but I ain't too bad, haha.
At 65 I'm in good shape but hardly the best shape in my life. Getting older just means you can't recuperate as fast. It also means less testosterone so fat (particularly belly fat) is a whole lot harder to manage. Other than that, what used to take one day to recuperate now takes me two. But the training is exactly the same. And yes, studies show you can build muscle right into your 80s.
When he said pushing the muscle does that mean pushing until you feel like you're going to pass out extreme discomfort pain and trembling?? Or does he mean pushing the muscle until you feel the burn but not so much that you're going to pass out blackout? I don't understand what people mean when they say push the muscle or go as hard as you can what does that mean exactly??
until the muscle can't go any longer, the only time you will feel like passing out is on some of the lower body days where larger muscles create oxygen deficit.
@PaulRevelia but technique has to be good right? Because if I lift more than what I can handle I get wobbly and wiggly, for example I can't overhead press with 15 lb dumbbells, I'll definitely feel the burn if I push 15 lb dumbbells but I will be wobbly and it hurts, I can do 12 lb dumbbells ok while still holding good technique But if you're pushing hard does technique matter? or is it okay to wobble and wiggle when lifting a super heavy weight?
What I was referring to when I said pushing the muscles was adding another training session for some body parts so I’m training those muscles twice a week instead of just once. Also, I use a progressive training cycle where I’m adding either weight or reps each week over a six week cycle in order to push the muscles harder each week as opposed to just using the same resistance and same reps week after week.
I'm 58. I am a natural bodybuilder. At this point, I train chest and shoulders with DBs only. The ability to change hand position throughout the range of motion is ideal to avoid injury, and using DBs promotes the greatest amount of stress for the entire rep. The only thing I didn't like was that John throws his DBs on the ground when done. Unlike Paul, who brings his knees up to meet the DBs and then sits up. That's how you should do it.
I believe Jon started hormone therapy in the last few years prior to that he was a World Champion natural bodybuilder and actually looked better than he does now so it’s certainly not hormone therapy. That gives you this look. Otherwise, lots of people would walk around looking like John.
Thanks @paulrevelia great content as always - I’m 52 and live in Australia, I may give you a shout in the new year for a training and diet plan - I want to get leaner(currently about 20% BF and would like to be 12-15%) and then prep for my next Hyrox - I definitely want to run twice a week as a minimum - is this something you could help me with?
Ok Paul, Been training for 35 years,How to push the muscles with arthritis in both shoulders, legs are great! The inflammation caused during training and the day of/ after is very painful! Thanks for any good info!! I eat great, does anyone experience this and how do you keep growing muscle without all this pain? Training with 40% weight doesn’t work for me, it’s like an aerobic workout instead of weight training.
i had shoulders issues and went to see a PT, he helped me reactivate some muscles in the shoulder, mostly the suprasprinatus, that was not firing properly through rehab movements and dry needling along with sitting properly and now I am pain free. If you have not seen a PT then I recommend it. I am not familiar with how arthritis works but I felt I was injured and I was just not moving properly. Now I am pain free!
@ Thanks Paul!! For your quick response!, much appreciated!! It’s so frustrating, dealing with this pain, mainly all pushing exercises. I went to an orthopedic dr, had pt and have been making progress slowly but with reoccurring issues. I was given an anti-inflammatory Diclofenac 75 mg. It works like a miracle! But how long before my stomach erodes 😂 And I take it ONLY when absolutely necessary , 1 every decent chest day.
TRT or not, the man puts in the work and diet, or he wouldn't look like that. I'm 61 and on TRT. Does it help to build muscle? Of course, but only because I put in the work in the gym, and I still don't look like John! TRT alone will not do that for you.
@@GotChrist60 The two things I noticed first were increased energy and libido. I just didn't have energy for anything beforehand. Next came greater mental clarity. I had been in a mental fog for a long time. Then my workout regimen kicked in and I noticed increased musculature. I used a men's health center in the St. Louis area called Victory Men's Health.
The people making an issue about that simply want an excuse to remain fat and lazy. The exercise advice is exactly the same, and you still have to train hard.
62, my right shoulder sounds like it has gravel in it...been going lower weight on incline n flat bench... fir some reason the chest machine does not hurt so going heavy on it. thoughts ? I'd love to go heavy on the benches again...
@ - This trend is dangerous for many people. We shouldn’t glorify shortcuts that shorten the lives of others. It’s one of those fun in the moment things that isn’t studied enough and isn’t controlled enough.
Show me a video where someone over 55 gain a lot new muscles over 55 naturally, i really want to see that. And not just a fat loss video when the muscles are visible.
Great Video Paul, Awesome! I Turned 61 This Past March, I Started Competing When I Was 44, Been Trying To Get That IFBB Pro Card Thru The Ben Weider Since 2021, Getting Real Close, At My Age Does It Pay To Take A long Improvement Season, Or After About a 6 Month Break Start A Grinding Pre Contest Phase Again? Thanks!!
@@BARBELLS-AND-BUDSI disagree. The small amount of trt keeps the levels normal and accounts for maybe 5 pounds of muscle. Without it, I would have basically the same physique just a little flatter. I have 47 years of consistent hard training behind me (no layoffs) and 5 months of dieting to lose the body fat. This notion that trt is the main reason for my physique is grossly overstating its benefits. There are millions of people in this country who are on trt and they don’t look like this because it doesn’t automatically translate into a ripped, muscular physique.
The muscle doesn't know if the weight is from a dumbbell or a machine. Machines are made to isolate, for safety, or to accommodate an injury. Use whichever is most comfortable for you.
Yes, I believe he started hormone therapy recently, but was a natural bodybuilder for most of his career. Hormone therapy to keep you in. Normal ranges is certainly a burgeoning science.
I also use non linear periodization. Definitely going to utilizing it more now that my competition season is over. Judges feedback was to bring up my chest and shoulders. One workout I focused on heavy compound lifts. Then, next time will be more isolation exercises. Can’t wait to work with Coach Sarah again next year for the next round of shows! 💪💪💪
I’m 54 and since I started training with appropriate volume and frequency, I don’t need deloads, which are a symptom of excessive volume. You should be able to fully recover between workouts and see regular PO.
Please let me know if you would enjoy more content with John!
John is the man. Living Legend. Would love to see a video on his macros while cutting and day of eating. Great content as always Paul.
Yes, more videos with John please!! Such an inspiration for those of us who 'aren't 20 anymore'..!
@@TheMightyMrQuinn Yes, let us know about his diet and such.
John was my coach! Great coach!
Absolutely! John's a legend full of so much knowledge including a former Natural Mr. Olympia! 🙏
I’m 62 and I am doing exactly what John is doing
I push hard for 6 weeks
Take it easy and cycle again
Last fast years have put on 25 lbs of muscle never did peds in my career of lifting but I am on TRT now - game changer
But exactly what John says lifting heavy should not be related to age
Good video guys
Paul,
You've got 11 years to get like him! Get working! Great video. I am in the current physique challenge (challenge number 2) and have shed the weight. Next goal is to build some muscle over the next few months.
I will be 60 in January, still working as a firefighter, and have never felt better. Would love more videos with John. Inspiring for us old guys! Thank you.
after lifting for 30 years, this is as good as I am going to be, John has some fantastic genetics and many years training and eating to max out his potential!
Yes more content please with John and all coaches. Appreciate your content. - W. Plank
That's the goal, thank you!
Turning 65 next month (no TRT) and in the best shape of my life. At work, I have been mistaken for being in my 40's and that was just a few months ago. Lifting heavy and mountain biking (singlespeed) and no-nonsense eating keep me in better shape than most in their 20s.
Thanks for sharing!
@@PaulRevelia thank you for your content. Lots of great info.
Heavy weight doesn't seem to worry me as far as muscle growth. It's the stress on my ligaments and tendons that force a deload in my case.
What the heck is this for real what an inspiration
what is what?
@PaulRevelia the shape the guy is in is incredible
@@amigo2k10Thank you, I appreciate that
It's great seeing John featured! Been following his work for years. I still refer to his book, Natural Bodybuilding. Coming from a 61 yr old planning for his next physique competition.
First book I ever bought when it came to bodybuilding back in 2007. I still have that book
I’m 62 soon to be 63
and looking forward to joining the next challenge because 63 is “just a number”
Yes can't wait for next year!
I have to say this is great Paul. Do more stuff like this. 🔥🔥🔥💪🏿💪🏿
That thick core is insane
Jon is very impressive in person
You don’t stop moving because you got older. You get older because you stop moving
John is great and a fantastic individual. He's appeared on my show several times with unparalleled information.
Thanks Ralph!
Great content. Keep them coming, us middle aged individuals can definitely benefit from this. I know I do.😅😅
Absolutely please add more videos from Mr Hansen…..This content is great for long term training!!!!!!
yeah I like this!
You guys look amazing! My sister and I just started training together again and did an InBody scan. Same goal as John! Once a month scan to hopefully see the body fat percentage go down and muscle mass increase. 👊🏼💥
Great stuff 👍🏼
I appreciate the kind words!
Just subscribed to your channel.👏🏻👏🏻💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
I am 62, feeling the best and strongest as I have ever been. This is mostly because of high quality scientific information available on YT nowadays. Pushing hard to build muscles. Very similar program as described. Mainly compound movements, progressive overload and supersets for every parts of the body with full ROM and strict form. I follow the learning from Layne Norton, Dr. Mike RP, Wolf Coaching and Menno Henselmans.
Those are some awesome names. Thank you for sharing.
Great video, Guys. Turning 64 next month and still hitting the weights 3 times a week and hiking 3 times a week. I don't look as good as you guys but I ain't too bad, haha.
Great vid!! Would love to see a legday with calves💪💪
We are working out those details now
Damn, very impressive. Dude's lats are absolutely insane
He can’t rest his arms at his side because his lats are so big lol.
yeah he has a big back, and super wide upper body!
I always called them smart bells.
Thanks for sharing guys 👍
At 65 I'm in good shape but hardly the best shape in my life. Getting older just means you can't recuperate as fast. It also means less testosterone so fat (particularly belly fat) is a whole lot harder to manage.
Other than that, what used to take one day to recuperate now takes me two. But the training is exactly the same. And yes, studies show you can build muscle right into your 80s.
Great work gentlemen
Thank you!
Look good John!! Sensational!! 🇺🇸 🇳🇿
Thank you, I appreciate that!
What you do, (I am over 56) now my right arm as pain Golfer/Tennis elbow inside. Cant do much for tricep, sux any tips pls.
When he said pushing the muscle does that mean pushing until you feel like you're going to pass out
extreme discomfort pain and trembling??
Or does he mean pushing the muscle until you feel the burn but not so much that you're going to pass out blackout?
I don't understand what people mean when they say push the muscle or go as hard as you can what does that mean exactly??
until the muscle can't go any longer, the only time you will feel like passing out is on some of the lower body days where larger muscles create oxygen deficit.
@PaulRevelia but technique has to be good right? Because if I lift more than what I can handle I get wobbly and wiggly, for example I can't overhead press with 15 lb dumbbells, I'll definitely feel the burn if I push 15 lb dumbbells but I will be wobbly and it hurts, I can do 12 lb dumbbells ok while still holding good technique
But if you're pushing hard does technique matter? or is it okay to wobble and wiggle when lifting a super heavy weight?
What I was referring to when I said pushing the muscles was adding another training session for some body parts so I’m training those muscles twice a week instead of just once.
Also, I use a progressive training cycle where I’m adding either weight or reps each week over a six week cycle in order to push the muscles harder each week as opposed to just using the same resistance and same reps week after week.
I'm 58. I am a natural bodybuilder. At this point, I train chest and shoulders with DBs only. The ability to change hand position throughout the range of motion is ideal to avoid injury, and using DBs promotes the greatest amount of stress for the entire rep. The only thing I didn't like was that John throws his DBs on the ground when done. Unlike Paul, who brings his knees up to meet the DBs and then sits up. That's how you should do it.
Yes I agree with this as well, i do more lower body as well with DB is unilateral for this reason.
Rubber dumbbells, rubber floor mats. No one was hurt during the filming of this video 😅
John is amazing!
Thank yiu
Top tier 💯😎👏🏽👏🏽
You guys looks great! Inspiring. (54 here)
Awesome! Thank you!
John is still the freaking man!
yeah such a great representative of training for many years!
Thank you!
Hansen looks better than people on gear in their twenties
Thank you sir! 👍
let's not forget the TRT first on the list then workouts and cleaner food.
I believe Jon started hormone therapy in the last few years prior to that he was a World Champion natural bodybuilder and actually looked better than he does now so it’s certainly not hormone therapy. That gives you this look. Otherwise, lots of people would walk around looking like John.
Lets not forget diet and rest. The video is about training.
Thanks @paulrevelia great content as always - I’m 52 and live in Australia, I may give you a shout in the new year for a training and diet plan - I want to get leaner(currently about 20% BF and would like to be 12-15%) and then prep for my next Hyrox - I definitely want to run twice a week as a minimum - is this something you could help me with?
Yes just go to this link for a free consult
www.prophysique.com/sign-up
You wanna look like him in your 60s? Start training hard in your 20s and never stop.
he's been at it since he was a teenager!
Ok Paul, Been training for 35 years,How to push the muscles with arthritis in both shoulders, legs are great!
The inflammation caused during training and the day of/ after is very painful!
Thanks for any good info!!
I eat great, does anyone experience this and how do you keep growing muscle without all this pain?
Training with 40% weight doesn’t work for me, it’s like an aerobic workout instead of weight training.
i had shoulders issues and went to see a PT, he helped me reactivate some muscles in the shoulder, mostly the suprasprinatus, that was not firing properly through rehab movements and dry needling along with sitting properly and now I am pain free. If you have not seen a PT then I recommend it. I am not familiar with how arthritis works but I felt I was injured and I was just not moving properly. Now I am pain free!
@ Thanks Paul!! For your quick response!, much appreciated!!
It’s so frustrating, dealing with this pain, mainly all pushing exercises.
I went to an orthopedic dr, had pt and have been making progress slowly but with reoccurring issues.
I was given an anti-inflammatory Diclofenac 75 mg. It works like a miracle!
But how long before my stomach erodes 😂
And I take it ONLY when absolutely necessary , 1 every decent chest day.
TRT or not, the man puts in the work and diet, or he wouldn't look like that. I'm 61 and on TRT. Does it help to build muscle? Of course, but only because I put in the work in the gym, and I still don't look like John! TRT alone will not do that for you.
Thank you! 👏👏
I'm 64, thinking of trying trt. What did you notice once you started and who did you use for treatment? Thank
@@GotChrist60 The two things I noticed first were increased energy and libido. I just didn't have energy for anything beforehand. Next came greater mental clarity. I had been in a mental fog for a long time. Then my workout regimen kicked in and I noticed increased musculature. I used a men's health center in the St. Louis area called Victory Men's Health.
@kenthawley5990 I appreciate your help. I'll definitely search more on this. Thank you for the kind response
The people making an issue about that simply want an excuse to remain fat and lazy. The exercise advice is exactly the same, and you still have to train hard.
Do you have clients that train with a once a week frequency?
I’m just turned 60 and I workout 6 days a week I go light weight and then heavy I started at 15 love
Thank you so much for sharing
62, my right shoulder sounds like it has gravel in it...been going lower weight on incline n flat bench...
fir some reason the chest machine does not hurt so going heavy on it.
thoughts ?
I'd love to go heavy on the benches again...
have you worked with a PT at all? I had shoulders issues until I got some dry needling and did some rehab exercises. Now it's like it never happene3d.
@@PaulRevelia
I worked with a PT on my hip flexor with zero results...
have not tried it with my shoulder issue
John Hansen the GOAT. SHREDDED
He’s actually got in Leaner since we shot this. I’m excited to do more footage with him.
Good interview! I’m 61 and been lifting since I was 12.
Thanks for sharing!
Twelve is too young, but what's done is done.
Great collab with the goat of natural bodybuilding!
Thanks Ben!
John H, got old man strength!!
47 years lifting as well!
@@PaulRevelia , Please do more Vlogs with John H!!!
And drugs, lots of drugs.
Great inspiration but I can take you John
Great inspiration! 🔥💪 Now 37 and definitely in the best shape of my life both physically, mentally and financially 😊
That’s awesome thank you for sharing
I started implementing the advice from ‘You Are Stronger Than You Think’ by CrypticLore, and I already feel more energized. Highly recommend
Very inspiring, guys. Looking forward to the leg day workout.
Me too!
Definitely at TRT body. 😂
Point being?
@ - This trend is dangerous for many people. We shouldn’t glorify shortcuts that shorten the lives of others.
It’s one of those fun in the moment things that isn’t studied enough and isn’t controlled enough.
Definitely more than TRT
Show me a video where someone over 55 gain a lot new muscles over 55 naturally, i really want to see that. And not just a fat loss video when the muscles are visible.
Dumbells to build muscle puissance 4. 😀😀😀😀
Great Video Paul, Awesome! I Turned 61 This Past March, I Started Competing When I Was 44, Been Trying To Get That IFBB Pro Card Thru The Ben Weider Since 2021, Getting Real Close, At My Age Does It Pay To Take A long Improvement Season, Or After About a 6 Month Break Start A Grinding Pre Contest Phase Again? Thanks!!
Thank you Anthony!
More please. Leg day next. Thanks
We will do more, he's getting leaner as well!
That's what I was thinking. I'd like to see leg day, also some back work too
Let's please not pretend like dumbbells versus machines gave the guy that much muscle while that lean at 61
maybe you missed the conversation about that topic, it's just what he prefers.
@@PaulRevelia Im politely saying, the Testosterone and or other anabolic is why he looks like a pro bodybuilder at 60
@@BARBELLS-AND-BUDSI disagree. The small amount of trt keeps the levels normal and accounts for maybe 5 pounds of muscle. Without it, I would have basically the same physique just a little flatter. I have 47 years of consistent hard training behind me (no layoffs) and 5 months of dieting to lose the body fat. This notion that trt is the main reason for my physique is grossly overstating its benefits. There are millions of people in this country who are on trt and they don’t look like this because it doesn’t automatically translate into a ripped, muscular physique.
The muscle doesn't know if the weight is from a dumbbell or a machine. Machines are made to isolate, for safety, or to accommodate an injury. Use whichever is most comfortable for you.
TRT❤
Yes, I believe he started hormone therapy recently, but was a natural bodybuilder for most of his career. Hormone therapy to keep you in. Normal ranges is certainly a burgeoning science.
TRT certainly helps.
Good genetics helps. Being short vs tall helps. Having a good diet helps. Point being?
Leg day would be great. 🦵👍
I am going to do that as well!
I also use non linear periodization. Definitely going to utilizing it more now that my competition season is over. Judges feedback was to bring up my chest and shoulders. One workout I focused on heavy compound lifts. Then, next time will be more isolation exercises. Can’t wait to work with Coach Sarah again next year for the next round of shows! 💪💪💪
NLP is my favorite training setup!
God damn
Paul great content - would have loved if John mentioned Nutrition ....... (Macros) ..... so many Dads just starting out on this journey!!
Great suggestion!
Paul..you look better and younger a little fuller and heavier. Not a fan of Johns look but he is short so it is difficult to look symetrical
Paul hes bigger than you and hes almost 20 years older than you 😮
Yep he’s my idol I’m working on it 😉
I’m 54 and since I started training with appropriate volume and frequency, I don’t need deloads, which are a symptom of excessive volume. You should be able to fully recover between workouts and see regular PO.
❤🎉❤🎉
Thank you
@PaulRevelia I'm 45. Seeing people older than me, inspires me! I plan to be active as long as I can- 80's yeah!
Eca stack
lol that does nothing but give you anxiety
💉
I am 50 years old, i hope to be like that after 10 years
Jon’s been training for many years but you can certainly make a ton of progress in 10
Im starting to think Pauls channel is bs, this dude is not natty.
Who cares. TRT alone won't make you look like these guys, they put in the work.
@TheRmm1976 sure
@TheRmm1976 that's not natty
@@Dan-md3hrNatty or not it doesn’t make the training bs.
@TheMightyOdin no sh@t
If you are going to be ripped after 60, helps to be ripped before 60. That and a big dose of T.
I believe John discussed. He started hormone therapy in the last few years prior to that he was a world champion, natural bodybuilder.
John's the man...
I was a big fan of his even before I met him