Hi Mary, I'm glad to read that you did what you could. I do have strength workouts that are easier than this one to get you started if you wish. I have 6 levels of calendars on my website. If you're interested, you can find the calendars under the tab 'workout calendars' at the top of the website (www.improvedhealthforseniors.com).
This was great. I can not tell you how many times I tried to do strength training videos and I hurt myself and it set me back for months healing from injuries. I love your instructions and demonstrating how to do it correctly.
I am excited to be on day 8 of your strength training series. While I lost a lot of my strength, I didn't lose it all! I was able to do the walking lunges and the squat pulses. AND I even enjoyed them! Thanks Jules!
Hi Jules loved the leg strengthening exercises. My squats have improved so much and I nailed today's squat exercises.I will have to keep working on the walking lunges...I ended up just lunging. Thank you so much doing this for us. 🦵🧡💛
Thank you so much for what you do - I found your channel shortly after new years and have been doing something nearly every day. I feel so much better in so many ways. I held the plank for the count of 50 today!
Thanks so much for letting me know you're new here and working out nearly every day! That's great! A huge congrats to you for holding the plank for 50 seconds!!! That's a great accomplishment. I hope you continue to enjoy the variety. I also categorize the workouts on my website in case you haven't been there yet, it might help you find the workouts that are best for your fitness level. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com
@@ImprovedHealth Thanks! I didn't know there was a website, I've just been picking from your videos on youtube. Again - thanks for being such a bright light!
Thanks for how you are having us progress. Slow and steady. I have to share a chuckle however. As I’m on the floor doing the plank a giant (in my mind and it truly was) basement spider came into my view. It stopped when I assume it saw me and I held the pose until 30 seconds and then escorted it outside. Ok I called my husband and asked him to remove it to the great outdoors where it should be😆
Lol, thank you for sharing that with me. That definitely made me laugh and I'm glad the spider helped you to hold your pose!
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Always with you. A bit sweating today but I enjoyed the exercises. I follow you not only on weekdays but on the weekends, trying to make myself stronger. Moreover, I try to do the exercises as if you were seeing me doing them. Jules, many thanks again, see you tomorrow.
A good challenging workout, thank you, Jules🙏 The walking lunges were tough, but I did them at a slower pace...did the plank on my forearms, counting aloud the way you do...managed 30...when my voice started wavering; at 45, had to take a break...😄...that's the beauty of your sessions, challenging oneself is customized😅 Have a wonderful day, I look forward to tomorrow's video!
Congrats for trying it, and for succeeding!!! A great way to keep progressing is to put your knees down as needed on the floor, lift them up when you can, and place them down again when it gets too difficult. It protects your back, and will help you to get stronger over time (only put your knees down when you are doing the plank on your forearms, not with straight arms).
This is great, so pleased I found you. These exercises are just the right length for me and I look forward to each day. I am certainly noticing a difference in my leg strength already. I’m 68 and have osteoarthritis so I appreciate the modifications and your focus on safety. Many thanks 👍
Thanks Jules for 8th day strength training workout. Loved the superman,walking lunges and the squats with a variation. Getting used to the planks. Thirty second version is good for me . Walking lunges did the first time but really loved it. It is really nice of you to incorporate the exercises which challenge our balance too. Thank God I went for the walk this morning and did only warm up and strength training today. Have a wonderful rest of the day and stay blessed❤
Loving your videos! I never get bored and love the quotes at the end. Added the Core video today too. I do the forearm plank on my countertop and it’s wicked but I finally feel like I actually have abs and not just fat lol.
Thanks for letting me know that you're enjoying the workouts, Carol! I appreciate that. I'm glad to see that you're enjoying the strength workouts and enjoying the extra core work, too:)
Loved this challenging workout. My favourite workouts are using our body weight. I alternate between a high and low plank and my time is improving. Many thanks Jules.
These videos have been wonderful. On day eight and held my plank for 24. Day one I was at about 10. Thank you for these videos!! love you walking videos too.
So excited! Yes, I'm a day behind but still going strong. I have really bad balance, mainly on my left side. However, that move you did with bringing your knee up and then moving the leg back, I actually was not as shaky this time! YAY I definitely am seeing a different in balance, strength in my arms and my legs. SUPER STOKED! Thanks so much Jules!
Day 8✅ as I did 7&8 together meant doing 2 lots of planks ...surprise... I actually did it... Consistency is the key to success. Thank you so much for this much needed program ☺️ Plan of action I will do 9&10 on Saturday after reading your advice..
Two important comments I neglected to add after the other leg session: Option for quad stretch with leg on chair is your gift to me. Also appreciate you telling us that squats and lunges raise our heart rate. 💓These workouts, coupled with your others, have made stronger and I do see definition. 😍
A massive YAY to you seeing definition and being stronger!!! If you often go for walks, you can also squeeze in a few sets of walking lunges or squats, too:) It definitely adds up by squeezing them in that way.
@@ImprovedHealth Another "can do", along with your two minutes challenges. Thank you. You might recall I am prone to jokingly complain about the "dreaded squats", but I secretly don't mind them -- even the hold and/or pulse. They have proved necessary in dealing with recovering from BPPV wherein bending over to pick up something off the floor is not an option. Let's just say I work in a LOT of squats! Seriously so so grateful they're so doable.
I really like these series as if im having my personal trainer 😀 and following schedule, please do more weight training i felt i did good today in the leg day and im ready for more challenge.
Fab workout as usual. Managed the plank and did the push ups again. Definitely feeling more stable when in plank and not shaking like I used to. Thanks Jules.
Good Wednesday morning Jules 🌄☕🌄 love this series so much. Thank you so much for creating and motivating me to do more strength work and it's just a few minutes. Getting ready to wog with you now 🤗
Hi Jules, I used to think my legs were pretty strong. I don't think that any more. Now I think my legs might BECOME pretty strong if I work really hard and continue to do leg strengthing workouts. Thank you for all of the challenges you give me!
So too much so I wouldn't assume, Jules, that everyone is doing a warm-up before this, although they should :) People do what they need to do at the moment. Such is the nature of human beings.... Thanks for an exceptionally great exercise today. You don't suggest adding push-ups to the plank. I do. Thanks! 💛
I’m on Day 8. I was able to do the squats and lunges which were too difficult for me before the program. I’m definitely seeing and feeling some improvement. Thanks for this great series ❤
Loving the workouts! On leg day, I stretch my IT band by crossing an ankle over the other knee and leaning in. I do these often as they somehow stretch my lower back according to my chiripractor
I love that stretch, too. I am a bit concerned with people bending over with their head low with that stretch but maybe I'll show it soon and leave it up to others to make the decision on whether to try it. It's definitely an effective stretch. Thank you for the suggestion!
A doable strengthening workout, a bit of effort on my part initially but I’m confident that with subsequent workouts it should become easier for me, thank you Jules 🙏🏻😊
That was tough. Can feel my legs already. Have to say though that when I came down the stairs this morning its the first time in ages that my knee didn't hurt! Even my plank is more stable. Thank you Jules.
Squats and lunges always get my heart pumping 💓 the squat pulses were challenging but conquering it means a new milestone 🏆 another big thanks for this video, Jules! Looking forward to tomorrow 🌞 off to do a dance party video now 🙋♀️ November 18 - Day 8 ✅ November 17 - Day 7 ✅ November 16 - Day 6 ✅ November 15 - Day 5 ✅ November 12 - Day 4 ✅ November 11 - Day 3 ✅ November 10 - Day 2 ✅ November 09 - Day 1
Day 8 ✅ I’ve been working on improving my balance & strength as well as weight loss since July. I have incorporated your channel and one other in my journey. I’m loving this series and often do one of your walks for the warm up. Thank you so much Jules.
Very nice! Thanks! I will start a short course of pulmonary rehab in a few weeks (asthma). In the eval, I had to walk for 6 minutes, lift a 2 pound dumbbell for 1 minute and then do sit to stands for a minute. Uh, oh, I actually did better than I expected on the sit to stands, but could only do 16. My knees yell at me when doing these, so I tend to not do them. I do squats instead so i don’t need to go as low. Definitely something to work on! I moved from wall plank to my knees today.
It does sound like you did well, Sharon. 16 sit-to-stands is something to be proud of, and it definitely makes it hard when your knees don't like them. Squats or sit-to-stands are essential though for staying strong. I have a video with my dad for strengthening the legs (which in turn supports the knees). If you want the link, let me know.
Hi Martha, don't feel you need to catch up. Ideally just do one workout a day so that way your muscles have the time to rest and repair. Since it's the weekend, you could do one each day this weekend so you're with us again on Monday.
Hi Jules: another great workout. The walking lunges were very challenging but I had to do it very slow. Thanks for all these workout. I’ve learned a lot from these workouts. Have a great day. 😅😅😅
Oh no, squats again. 😅 It was definately a challenge to hold them up, but I completed all repetitions and I actually think I was able to get down a little more compared to last week. Strive for progress, not perfection! I ordered my new weights today (2/3/5 kg on sale, 4 kg already sold out). Keep your fingers crossed that they arrive quickly. My hands are too small to hold two of my light dumbbels at the same time. Looking forward to tomorrows workout!
Another great morning of exercises. I love this one and I did again both the cardio (which was superb) and the strength , great combination to begin the day in the right way. Today I tried to follow your speed and it felt great, I love the fact that each exercises routine can be done at your own pacel. Thanks Jules again for a amazing routine. Have a great day!
Awesome! I definitely look forward to reading about your progress. I'm sure you will notice lots of changes soon in increased strength, energy and feeling better overall.
Ohhh my calves lol that was fantastic.....I'm loving planks at end.. getting so into them. I stuck with lunge from before. Is it just me or do other people find it harder on one leg than the other lol. Roll in day 9...yeeee haaaaa
I love your work outs What do we do after the 4 weeks? Do we start over. I am 80 years and do all the exercises, even the 30 second floor plank. Keep them coming Jules. Love you
Wow, Patricia! You are amazing and I hope you are proud of being able to do this workout at 80 AND can do the plank. I am assuming you have led an active lifestyle. Absolutely impressive! As for a plan after, if you look at the description under the video, I have given options for ways to move forward.
Loved this routine for legs. I felt they worked hard. Thanks Jules. Please tell me how many times a week I should do this a specific workout or if it is better to finish de 25 workouts and star over them again.
We progress through the 25 days so ideally complete the whole 25 days. Do 5 days a week, take a break for 2 days and then workout again for 5 days and so on. I have another program after this one when you're done the 25 days.
Still here and still appreciating this series. Squats no problem but lunges are painful. I modify to sort-of-lunge. Would it be ok to do these barefoot (as long as weights are not involved)? Short feet and high arches make it feel like I'm only exercising my shoes with calf raises.
You can definitely do them barefoot. I have another strength video where I show various ways to do lunges but I can't think of which video it is. A few things to try...first, try the reverse lunge where you take a step back instead of forward. While doing that, have a chair beside you and use it as a support to hold onto. See if that helps. When looking at your front foot, ensure your front knee isn't going past your toes (on the same leg). Let me know how that goes.
Hi! You can definitely do an extra set of sit-to-stands or squats instead. The other option is to use a chair to hold onto (on the side of you) to provide support and only go down a little bit.
Each day we work a different set of muscles so it's best to follow the days as they are created. This way your leg muscles will be able to repair tomorrow and be ready to be challenged again two days later.
Everyone is different but no, not generally. Definitely avoid the exercise if you are feeling pain. I just put out a new seated core workout that might be a better fit for working on core strength.
Thank you for taking up slow, but increasing the workout daily.
Thanks for your great feedback!
am 70 and i enjoy a lot working out with you daily. thank you very much
Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know.💖
I'm 75, these were hard for me to do, but I did what I could.
Hi Mary, I'm glad to read that you did what you could. I do have strength workouts that are easier than this one to get you started if you wish. I have 6 levels of calendars on my website. If you're interested, you can find the calendars under the tab 'workout calendars' at the top of the website (www.improvedhealthforseniors.com).
This was great. I can not tell you how many times I tried to do strength training videos and I hurt myself and it set me back for months healing from injuries. I love your instructions and demonstrating how to do it correctly.
Thank you SO much for your feedback, Brenda!
I am excited to be on day 8 of your strength training series. While I lost a lot of my strength, I didn't lose it all! I was able to do the walking lunges and the squat pulses. AND I even enjoyed them! Thanks Jules!
Woohoo!!! So glad you're back at it, Valerie!
Hi Jules loved the leg strengthening exercises. My squats have improved so much and I nailed today's squat exercises.I will have to keep working on the walking lunges...I ended up just lunging. Thank you so much doing this for us. 🦵🧡💛
I love that you nailed the squats....definitely makes me happy to know that.
Starting to actually look forward to the planks, because it is where I can see the most improvement! Thanks!
Excellent!
Enjoying the program. Each day feels a bit better. Thank you for your great instruction and easy to follow routines. 5 stars!
Thank you for your feedback, Sue. I'm so glad to read your comment about how each day feels a little bit better.
That was challenging! Legs are glowing! but really enjoying the challenge. Particularly like your ending words. Many thanks.
I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the challenge. Thanks for letting me know about enjoying the quote today.
Thank you so much for what you do - I found your channel shortly after new years and have been doing something nearly every day. I feel so much better in so many ways. I held the plank for the count of 50 today!
Thanks so much for letting me know you're new here and working out nearly every day! That's great! A huge congrats to you for holding the plank for 50 seconds!!! That's a great accomplishment. I hope you continue to enjoy the variety. I also categorize the workouts on my website in case you haven't been there yet, it might help you find the workouts that are best for your fitness level. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com
@@ImprovedHealth Thanks! I didn't know there was a website, I've just been picking from your videos on youtube. Again - thanks for being such a bright light!
Thanks for how you are having us progress. Slow and steady. I have to share a chuckle however. As I’m on the floor doing the plank a giant (in my mind and it truly was) basement spider came into my view. It stopped when I assume it saw me and I held the pose until 30 seconds and then escorted it outside. Ok I called my husband and asked him to remove it to the great outdoors where it should be😆
Lol, thank you for sharing that with me. That definitely made me laugh and I'm glad the spider helped you to hold your pose!
Always with you. A bit sweating today but I enjoyed the exercises. I follow you not only on weekdays but on the weekends, trying to make myself stronger. Moreover, I try to do the exercises as if you were seeing me doing them. Jules, many thanks again, see you tomorrow.
Aww, thanks again, Helga. I love how you are working hard to get stronger. Your muscles will be rock hard soon:)😉
@@ImprovedHealth In my age? (70). You made my day dear Jules
Day 8. ✔️
Great to have strengthening both with and without weights. Thanks so much.
Thanks Carol! Lots of body weight exercises can be done for lower body:)
A good challenging workout, thank you, Jules🙏
The walking lunges were tough, but I did them at a slower pace...did the plank on my forearms, counting aloud the way you do...managed 30...when my voice started wavering; at 45, had to take a break...😄...that's the beauty of your sessions, challenging oneself is customized😅
Have a wonderful day, I look forward to tomorrow's video!
Congrats on 45 seconds!!! That's excellent!
@@ImprovedHealth thank you for your encouragement 🙏
Have been doing the plank aginst the wall, thought I'll try on the floor today.........and did it!
Congrats for trying it, and for succeeding!!! A great way to keep progressing is to put your knees down as needed on the floor, lift them up when you can, and place them down again when it gets too difficult. It protects your back, and will help you to get stronger over time (only put your knees down when you are doing the plank on your forearms, not with straight arms).
This is great, so pleased I found you. These exercises are just the right length for me and I look forward to each day. I am certainly noticing a difference in my leg strength already. I’m 68 and have osteoarthritis so I appreciate the modifications and your focus on safety. Many thanks 👍
I am so glad to read that you’re focusing on strength workouts and I love that you look forward to the workouts.
Hi Jules! The lunges are still a challenge but I think they are getting easier.Not ready for the walking ones just yet! 😊
I'm glad to hear they are getting easier:)
Thanks Jules for 8th day strength training workout. Loved the superman,walking lunges and the squats with a variation. Getting used to the planks. Thirty second version is good for me . Walking lunges did the first time but really loved it. It is really nice of you to incorporate the exercises which challenge our balance too. Thank God I went for the walk this morning and did only warm up and strength training today. Have a wonderful rest of the day and stay blessed❤
I love that you're enjoying the squats and lunges!
Perfect ❤️ Sunday morning ☕🌄☕ I love that your channel matches where I am today. 🤗
Loving your videos! I never get bored and love the quotes at the end. Added the Core video today too. I do the forearm plank on my countertop and it’s wicked but I finally feel like I actually have abs and not just fat lol.
Thanks for letting me know that you're enjoying the workouts, Carol! I appreciate that. I'm glad to see that you're enjoying the strength workouts and enjoying the extra core work, too:)
Day 8 for me, so good to have a planned program!
Love your consistency!
I don't do at all well on the lunges but doing what I can. Plank up to 70 seconds. You are greatly appreciated!! 🥰🙌
I am glad to read that you’re doing what you can. Lunges are tough but they will get easier:)
I'm 70 & fighting osteoporosis - loving all your videos - really helpful & keeping me inspired.
I am very happy to read that you are feeling inspired and kudos to you for exercising to build stronger bones.
Woo Hoo 🎉🎉🎉 Day 8 completed!! Thank you for pushing me gently 😂😂
I love the excitement in your words. Congrats on being consistent and working on your strength.💪
Loved this challenging workout. My favourite workouts are using our body weight. I alternate between a high and low plank and my time is improving. Many thanks Jules.
I love reading about the improvements:)
These videos have been wonderful. On day eight and held my plank for 24. Day one I was at about 10. Thank you for these videos!! love you walking videos too.
That’s a huge improvement in just over a week! Congrats Lisa! Thanks for letting me know you are enjoying the variety of workouts.❤️
So excited! Yes, I'm a day behind but still going strong. I have really bad balance, mainly on my left side. However, that move you did with bringing your knee up and then moving the leg back, I actually was not as shaky this time! YAY I definitely am seeing a different in balance, strength in my arms and my legs. SUPER STOKED! Thanks so much Jules!
'Super stoked'...I love it! I'm thrilled to read that you are seeing results, Carrie. That's super exciting for me to know. 💪
Day 8✅ as I did 7&8 together meant doing 2 lots of planks ...surprise... I actually did it...
Consistency is the key to success. Thank you so much for this much needed program ☺️
Plan of action I will do 9&10 on Saturday after reading your advice..
I've been doing these and I'm definitely feeling an Improvement on day 8! It feels so easy to keep up and I'm looking forward to day 25!
Oh, excellent!!!
Two important comments I neglected to add after the other leg session: Option for quad stretch with leg on chair is your gift to me. Also appreciate you telling us that squats and lunges raise our heart rate. 💓These workouts, coupled with your others, have made stronger and I do see definition. 😍
A massive YAY to you seeing definition and being stronger!!! If you often go for walks, you can also squeeze in a few sets of walking lunges or squats, too:) It definitely adds up by squeezing them in that way.
@@ImprovedHealth Another "can do", along with your two minutes challenges. Thank you. You might recall I am prone to jokingly complain about the "dreaded squats", but I secretly don't mind them -- even the hold and/or pulse. They have proved necessary in dealing with recovering from BPPV wherein bending over to pick up something off the floor is not an option. Let's just say I work in a LOT of squats! Seriously so so grateful they're so doable.
I really like these series as if im having my personal trainer 😀 and following schedule, please do more weight training i felt i did good today in the leg day and im ready for more challenge.
Glad to read that you enjoy being challenged.💪
This was awesome!! I notice a difference since Day 1, getting stronger and just feeling so much better!! 💕
So glad to read that you're feeling stronger!
Fab workout as usual. Managed the plank and did the push ups again. Definitely feeling more stable when in plank and not shaking like I used to. Thanks Jules.
Woohoo! It's amazing how quickly we can become stronger when we stay consistent.
Good Wednesday morning Jules 🌄☕🌄 love this series so much. Thank you so much for creating and motivating me to do more strength work and it's just a few minutes. Getting ready to wog with you now 🤗
Good morning, Mala!
Hi Jules, I used to think my legs were pretty strong. I don't think that any more. Now I think my legs might BECOME pretty strong if I work really hard and continue to do leg strengthing workouts. Thank you for all of the challenges you give me!
I am definitely looking forward to hearing how you'll feel in a few weeks time.
Day 8 is done. The balance part I have trouble with . I try and do something every day. Thanks 😊
Balance is tough...when you're doing the balance exercises, be sure to have the supporting leg slightly bent. That makes a massive difference.
So too much so I wouldn't assume, Jules, that everyone is doing a warm-up before this, although they should :) People do what they need to do at the moment. Such is the nature of human beings....
Thanks for an exceptionally great exercise today. You don't suggest adding push-ups to the plank. I do. Thanks! 💛
Awesome day 8 yeah thank you ! While you explain I keep my feet moving! Bit extra movement! Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
That's perfect, Margaret.
Enjoyed this workout,I did 45sec on my forearms today,Thank You
Congrats Stacy!!!!!!
Thanks this is great easy exercises with no pressure and a pleasant approach.
Thank you! I really appreciate your comment.
Another great one Jules, thanks.
I’m on Day 8. I was able to do the squats and lunges which were too difficult for me before the program. I’m definitely seeing and feeling some improvement. Thanks for this great series ❤
AMAZING!!! So excited for you to be realizing what you CAN do!
Loving the workouts! On leg day, I stretch my IT band by crossing an ankle over the other knee and leaning in. I do these often as they somehow stretch my lower back according to my chiripractor
I love that stretch, too. I am a bit concerned with people bending over with their head low with that stretch but maybe I'll show it soon and leave it up to others to make the decision on whether to try it. It's definitely an effective stretch. Thank you for the suggestion!
I have been doing the excersize for 8 days, I do in the afternoon, then added walking. And feels much better. I am starting on day 8 today.
I am so glad to read that you are feeling better!
Just finished 8th day! This series is so motivating. I never thought I'd be able to do a plank lol. Thanks!
And yet here you are, doing it! I love it. Thanks so much for sharing that with me, Michele. 💖
That was lovely. Thank you!
Thank you!!!
A doable strengthening workout, a bit of effort on my part initially but I’m confident that with subsequent workouts it should become easier for me, thank you Jules 🙏🏻😊
That was tough. Can feel my legs already. Have to say though that when I came down the stairs this morning its the first time in ages that my knee didn't hurt! Even my plank is more stable. Thank you Jules.
Huge smile on my face reading your comment! I love how you are getting stronger.
Squats and lunges always get my heart pumping 💓 the squat pulses were challenging but conquering it means a new milestone 🏆 another big thanks for this video, Jules! Looking forward to tomorrow 🌞 off to do a dance party video now
🙋♀️ November 18 - Day 8
✅ November 17 - Day 7
✅ November 16 - Day 6
✅ November 15 - Day 5
✅ November 12 - Day 4
✅ November 11 - Day 3
✅ November 10 - Day 2
✅ November 09 - Day 1
You're on a roll! Kudos to you for being consistent with exercise!
I'm really enjoying this series!!!😀
Yay! Thanks for letting me know. 😊
Hello jules thaat was a fast workout luv lorraine
Day 8 ✅
I’ve been working on improving my balance & strength as well as weight loss since July. I have incorporated your channel and one other in my journey. I’m loving this series and often do one of your walks for the warm up. Thank you so much Jules.
Thanks so much for letting me know that you're enjoying these, Cheryl. I'm happy to read that you are working on both balance and strength.
Very nice! Thanks!
I will start a short course of pulmonary rehab in a few weeks (asthma). In the eval, I had to walk for 6 minutes, lift a 2 pound dumbbell for 1 minute and then do sit to stands for a minute. Uh, oh, I actually did better than I expected on the sit to stands, but could only do 16. My knees yell at me when doing these, so I tend to not do them. I do squats instead so i don’t need to go as low. Definitely something to work on!
I moved from wall plank to my knees today.
It does sound like you did well, Sharon. 16 sit-to-stands is something to be proud of, and it definitely makes it hard when your knees don't like them. Squats or sit-to-stands are essential though for staying strong. I have a video with my dad for strengthening the legs (which in turn supports the knees). If you want the link, let me know.
@@ImprovedHealth I would love to have that link! Thank you!
It's an older one, but these exercises allowed my dad to get rid of the pain completely! th-cam.com/video/yu4kc0jagAM/w-d-xo.html@@sharonmitchel1377
Thanks to you, I am definitely making progress. 35 seconds on plank with no shakiness. And we launched Artemis this morning!!! Yay!!!
I love hearing about progress!
Good work out I love the squats and I like doing the planks my arm don’t shake anymore when I do them.
Woohoo! That's progress! I love reading about progress:)
I feel grate too?i am enjoying your workouts luv lorraine
I’m so glad to read that you feel great after the workout. Thanks for sharing, Lorraine.
When we started, I was wall plank only. Now I do a proper 15 second plank on the floor - it works!
Gosh, you got a massive smile from me as I read your comment. That is SUPER exciting for me to read. Thank you for sharing that with me!!!
Thank you ❤
My second one I need to catch up amazing . Thank You.
Hi Martha, don't feel you need to catch up. Ideally just do one workout a day so that way your muscles have the time to rest and repair. Since it's the weekend, you could do one each day this weekend so you're with us again on Monday.
@@ImprovedHealth thank you I will your advice makes me realize I push myself way to being a Perfectionist.
Hi Jules: another great workout. The walking lunges were very challenging but I had to do it very slow. Thanks for all these workout. I’ve learned a lot from these workouts. Have a great day. 😅😅😅
I'm glad to read that you went at your own pace.
Oh no, squats again. 😅 It was definately a challenge to hold them up, but I completed all repetitions and I actually think I was able to get down a little more compared to last week.
Strive for progress, not perfection!
I ordered my new weights today (2/3/5 kg on sale, 4 kg already sold out). Keep your fingers crossed that they arrive quickly. My hands are too small to hold two of my light dumbbels at the same time.
Looking forward to tomorrows workout!
Great to read about your progress with the squats! I look forward to hearing how it goes with the new weights:)
Thank you so much! This is really helping me!
I'm so glad that you're enjoying it, Anne. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
The calf raises have been great. I was wobbly when not wearing shoes and I’m noticing more foot stability.
Oh, excellent! So glad to read that you're noticing progress!
Another great morning of exercises. I love this one and I did again both the cardio (which was superb) and the strength , great combination to begin the day in the right way. Today I tried to follow your speed and it felt great, I love the fact that each exercises routine can be done at your own pacel. Thanks Jules again for a amazing routine. Have a great day!
Awesome! I definitely look forward to reading about your progress. I'm sure you will notice lots of changes soon in increased strength, energy and feeling better overall.
Tried the Plank on the floor. Tougher than wall but I did it!! Feeling stronger everyday. Thanks Jules..
Woo hoo! Congrats!!! I love hearing that you feel stronger.
Ohhh my calves lol that was fantastic.....I'm loving planks at end.. getting so into them. I stuck with lunge from before. Is it just me or do other people find it harder on one leg than the other lol. Roll in day 9...yeeee haaaaa
I think a lot of people would agree that one leg is often easier than the other. I'm so glad to read that you are loving the planks!
Yea, I was able to go through all of this workout today. I saw your comment and promise to stick to one a day. Getting ready for your cardio now. 😊
Perfect:) Enjoy the cardio!
Just finished it was great
Thanks Carol!
I love your work outs
What do we do after the 4 weeks? Do we start over. I am 80 years and do all the exercises, even the 30 second floor plank. Keep them coming Jules.
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Wow, Patricia! You are amazing and I hope you are proud of being able to do this workout at 80 AND can do the plank. I am assuming you have led an active lifestyle. Absolutely impressive! As for a plan after, if you look at the description under the video, I have given options for ways to move forward.
Love this workout!!!
I'm so glad! Thanks so much, Carmen!
Loved this routine for legs. I felt they worked hard. Thanks Jules. Please tell me how many times a week I should do this a specific workout or if it is better to finish de 25 workouts and star over them again.
We progress through the 25 days so ideally complete the whole 25 days. Do 5 days a week, take a break for 2 days and then workout again for 5 days and so on. I have another program after this one when you're done the 25 days.
@@ImprovedHealth Thanks for the answer. Please tell me witch is the other program you have to continue with it after finishing the 25 one.
@@claudiaromano8374 The next one is a 5 day program.
I am surprised that I was able to do this, the lunges were tough but did those using the wall :) 😁
Congrats on trying them! Using the wall is totally okay and recommended when starting:)
Still here and still appreciating this series. Squats no problem but lunges are painful. I modify to sort-of-lunge. Would it be ok to do these barefoot (as long as weights are not involved)? Short feet and high arches make it feel like I'm only exercising my shoes with calf raises.
You can definitely do them barefoot. I have another strength video where I show various ways to do lunges but I can't think of which video it is. A few things to try...first, try the reverse lunge where you take a step back instead of forward. While doing that, have a chair beside you and use it as a support to hold onto. See if that helps. When looking at your front foot, ensure your front knee isn't going past your toes (on the same leg). Let me know how that goes.
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I can finally do a lunge. Thank you.
Woo hoo! What a wonderful thing to read this morning...thanks for sharing, Kathy. 💪
Forearm plank! 💪
Woo hoo! I can 'hear' the excitement:)
Getting used to the plank at the end, but it hurts my wrists. Any tricks to not feel it so much in the wrists?
You can move to resting on your forearms instead. It’s a bit harder but definitely easier on the wrists.
I am enjoying this programme but I do find the lunges almost impossible because of pain in the knees. Any suggestions gratefully received!
Hi! You can definitely do an extra set of sit-to-stands or squats instead. The other option is to use a chair to hold onto (on the side of you) to provide support and only go down a little bit.
@@ImprovedHealth Thank you, I will do the extra squats instead!
Great video can you do this everyday, or every second day?
Each day we work a different set of muscles so it's best to follow the days as they are created. This way your leg muscles will be able to repair tomorrow and be ready to be challenged again two days later.
Is this a 25 "day" or 30 "day" program? I just want to make sure I don't miss a workout.
25 days. I wanted to give people the weekend off strength training.
Is it normal to feel pain in the lower back when doing the superman?
Everyone is different but no, not generally. Definitely avoid the exercise if you are feeling pain. I just put out a new seated core workout that might be a better fit for working on core strength.
Walking lunge - very challenging - and that’s okay
Walking lunges are tough but such a good muscle building exercise.
Done! Cute leggings for leg day!
Thanks! I picked those up a market in Halifax...the lady who sold them designs them herself.
Buen día jules!!8 reto.😍🦵👍💚