I'm 39, with some joint issues from improper exercise. Can you do a video on how to safely bench alone with lower weight? In my case probably 90-100lbs
As you get older, the key is not rushing. You're not trying to abs for summer, you're slowly building a strong and supportive body for the rest of your life.
I am 78 yrs old man and still going strong in the gym 3 times a week I always do a good warm up exercises before I start my workout, I been ask so many time how do I stay in shape I tell then don't quit because winners don't quit and quitters don't win. I am glad that I didn't quit when I had prostate cancer and now I am cancer FREE
I'm 40. After 12 years of good beer and BBQ, I decided to start exercising again, 2 weeks ago. My workout is pretty much someone else's warm up, but I'm making progress. Pushing harder and going longer.
At 63, I’ve been training for about 45 years. I’m always answering questions from 30 and 40 somethings about training, diet, and most importantly, longevity in maintaining a great build at an advanced age. I do lift relatively heavy but I often cycle that training with lighter weights which gives me a much fuller, toned appearance. I retired a few years ago and after sitting around for a couple of years I took a part time job training seniors at my local senior center. One of the biggest surprises I’ve encountered is the influx of younger folks (55 to 60) with little or no strength and no mind/ muscle connection. These are not just people that worked in offices their whole lives and never did anything to maintain their bodies. This group includes mechanics, law enforcement, truckers, etc. Many of these people became adept at doing their jobs or rose to supervisory positions, leaving behind the need to exercise their bodies in their daily routine. It’s sad and disheartening to see a 55 year old man that can’t bench press more than 20 lbs. But worse is their inability to do certain exercises like squats or lying tricep extensions (to name a couple) and their propensity to swing weights back and forth rather than feeling the movement. I’m constantly stopping whatever I’m doing to engage these folks on the need to feel the movement in the muscles they’re working. I believe in many cases these people are just going through the motions so they can feel good about themselves after they run back to their couches. Jeff hit it on the head when he spoke about the mind/ muscle connection and the need to try different types of exercises as we age. You would be amazed what a beginning Jiu Jitsu class or even yoga classes can do to maintain agility, balance and conditioning. Sorry for the rant…..
God bless you for helping out others and good work on what you have done. I am 40, and stay in top shape. My goal is to keep it up for the long run. I know what you mean about most people going to work and never thinking about health, diet or training of any kind and its sad. Seems to be the way of most Americans and the whole "go work" life style that so many are caught in.
Thanks young man. I played sports in my youth and never gave up running. I lifted weights sporadically. Now I'm 63 and still go to the gym 5 days a week. I lost some gains but I put in the work. I can still max 250 bench and I only weigh 170. Exercising is a life commitment.
#1 - Turning your warmup into a workout 00:52 #2 - Not pursuing "responsible" strength 02:14 #3 - Forgetting the value of a "mind/muscle connection" 03:33 #4 - Overlooking metabolic training for gains 05:05 #5 - Not training like an athlete 06:52 #6 - Skipping your corrective exercises 08:55 #7 - Doing the wrong kind of cardio 09:35 #8 - Thinking nutrition is just "pretty" important 11:23
I was a dedicated weight trainer all my life and reaped the rewards. Look good, healthy, etc. Due to back issues I have been unable to workout for the last three years resulting in loss of muscle mass. Jeff , through his videos is greatly helping me get back to training. I am almost 72 years old. Thanks Jeff
Try using an inversion machine I use one everyday sometimes 2 to 3 times and I hang upside down for 5 min with inverted crunches it really helps my L2 to S1
I hear u. I had an L5-S1 back fusion and it took me out for years. I live in back pain. Luckily I’ve found ways to manage and …… after over 5 years away from the gym, been back at it for over 1 year. Best of luck with managing ur back issues.
Jeff. You are my biggest inspiration, this year I lost my mother from a heart attack. It gets worse, 4 years ago I lost my father from an accident at work. I am an only child. The only place I had to turn to releive my stress and keep my mind at ease was training in the gym, and watching your motivational videos to make me never give up. You keep me going every day and pushing to be the best I can. Thank you for all of your knowledgable information and expertise. I will be 22 tomorrow, and I am beyond glad I found your channel this early in my life so I can keep this lifestyle for the rest of my life, I watch your videos over and over constantly. Thank you for being a no B.S. honest coach, I am at the end of the 6th month of your NXT program, (wolverine beastmode) and I am looking forward to keep training with you as my coach. See you at the AX games 2020.
I'm sorry to hear about your parents that's so rough. I stayed out of the gym when my father died and it took my awhile to get back in to it(Ican't imagine losing both). You are on the right path imo by sticking with lifting after facing tragedy. It does so much not only your body but your mind, as i'm sure you know. You'll thank yourself when you get to 35 too. I feel better today than when I was 20 and I plan to work out into my 80's if possible. Anyway, just wanted to give you props for staying strong after all you've been through and I hope you also have other family and friends for support when you need it.
So sorry for your losses. Lost my dad when I was 22 as well. He was only 56. I will pray for you amigo. Psalm 147:3 - He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
Sorry for your loss man. I too lost my parents early on(I'm 39 now and i lost both of my parents when I was 24. That same year i also lost my fiance(she cheated on me and aborted my baby without telling me after cleaning out my bank account). Its a very hard place to crawl out of mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually(doesn't even have to be in a religious sense and can mean more personal things to others) and its a very long road out of Hell. But just strive every day to make any sort of progress, utilize close friends and family if you have them, use exercise and the gym to relieve anger and sadness, meditate or hike or go for long walks to relieve stress, take up yoga and boxing to help aggression etc. And remember that if you fall or fail, its just another step on the path you are walking. Just get up and keep going. Good luck.
Damn man. Stay strong. I'm 25 and lost my grandma (she's the one that raised me my entire life) this past April. I'm also an only child so i can relate a bit. Shit gets different but just gotta keep going, for their sake if nothing else.
1. Reasonable Warmup - a. Warmup more important, raise HB, introduce blood fully, Joints, Muscles and Mind b. Don't make the warmup the workout 2. Responsible strength - train for strength; quality movements, not quantities; pause palpably at highest stress points 3. Mind-Muscle connection 4. Metabolic gains - include much higher reps with responsable weights, work through and beyond burn out. With other types of gain trainings 5. Train like athletic. Athletic things 6. Corrective trainings. All muscles matter 7. Non-impactful, productive cardio. Inventivity 8. Nutritional consistency.
Thanks, in my youth up until 30 I was lean and mean. Started loosing it in my 40's working hard to support the family. Lost it. Now 72 and working hard to regain it. Thanks for your help.
I’m 50, 102kgs and sit at 10% BF all year round, Been lifting all my life, massively changed the way I train, much lighter, high volume training, filling the muscle with blood and using recovery time between workouts, most important tip, DO NOT train through pain or injury. Joints need rest!!
Been following Jeff's videos for about 6 months, I'm 6ft and started out at around 225lbs, very unfit and out of shape 45yr old. Now I'm 182lbs, in much better shape, feeling a shit-ton better, moving better and no longer like I'm an 80yr old invalid. In terms of fat loss I've certainly lost more than 42lbs also, since I've put on a noticeable amount of muscle, people have actually commented on it to me and have been shocked at the change. Thanks Jeff. Thanks for not bullshitting, thanks for giving genuine advice and thanks for all the videos on here detailing how to change your life. Because following your advice has done just that. I just wish I'd taken before and after photo's, but tbh I wasn't expecting a dramatic change, so I didn't bother, I actually didn't notice the changes that much myself, it wasn't until the people around me started commenting on it and then one day got an actual audible gasp and "holy fucking shit" from my wifes friend when she came round and I was working out. Good feeling.
Absolutely Right Jeff! Now at 74 and train 3x per week, I remember what it was like to be at my peak in my 40's. The thing is, now, I have to retrain neuro-muscular memory all over again it seems. When people ask me about why I train, I tell them about my goals but more then that I have to train in order to do the athletic moves other 40 year olds take for granted. I enjoy your videos tremendously and watch them every day only to find and remind myself that I have to slow down and focus on the movement and not the number of reps.
I started working out seriously for the first time in my life at 44. I don't know what flipped the switch, maybe realizing it was close to my last chance to build the body I've always wanted. I could see my muscles atrophy and could see my body aging. All I know is I've been super motivated for months and it's not going away. Even 3 lockdowns and gyms closing haven't killed my motivation. Five days a week at the gym and I love it. I make sure to warm up and listen to my body. It's already made a big difference and I'm looking forward to seeing where I get to in a year or two God willing.
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
@FenwickIslandDelaware777 L 55 year old Englishman here, yes two minutes ago I was 25. I started lifting weights in 1980, never stopped to this day, in fact was benching an hour ago. I agree with you keep it simple and don't stress joints doing stupid things, and you never know we might still be here at 70.
I’ll be 54 this year, had a heart attack 15 months ago and in the best shape of my life. I’ve followed you for years and just want to say thank you Jeff. You are truly making a difference!
Hey buddy! Watch how you talking! "Old geezer" is what I call.the dudes in retirement homes!😆 44 here, still feel young....even though everything hurts! 😆
I'm 45 and still training regularly for years. But I notice no matter how hard I try to get stronger I'm gradually losing a little bit of strength each year. If I was just starting to train I'm sure I would be gaining strength, but being I was already at, or near my maximum strength levels some years ago, I can't quite hold onto it.
Why progressive overload isn't that important? Bcuz u'll lose all the good things u get with heavy weight like bone and tendons and ligaments density.... Won't u?
I did the same, I’m 45, burn more calories and can do it more often because of the reduced impact pain. I’ve also never gone over on my ankle since. I now average around 20lbs lighter from 4x 8k walks a week vs 3x 5k runs.
Just added elevated hill walks on treadmill. Goes from 12-15 elevation at 2.8-3.0 pace. As good as any run and only need about 30 minutes. Would be interested to see if it clicks for you as well.
40-50 is not old if you have taken care of yourself. 40-50 and beyond doesn’t have to feel old if you start living right and doing what your body needs to remain flexible, strong and reactive. You are by far the best resource for people preserving youth or those trying to regain it. Love your no bullshit approach.
I am 53 and will be 54 next month. I always watch. I may not do what Jeff always recommends. But he is correct 95% of the time. Just work on getting stronger each workout. Age is just a number. Don't do light weight workouts unless you are injured. But I do facepulls and weighted hangs for shoulder health. Jeff loves facepulls. Lol
Yes, Jeff is the Best. I tell anyone of my financial clients who cares about fitness of Jeffs training videos. At 73, I am gaining strength every day, not every week. But do watch every bite & nutrient that goes into my Temple Physical House.
I'm 48 and just started a new fitness journey. 3 weeks ago I weighed 311 lbs, at 5'7" tall. After a shoulder I just 15 years ago I pretty stopped most exercise. Realizing the extent of how far I had let myself go got me to start exercising with more focus. The information I find in videos like this are a huge help. I don't have space in my home for barbells and dumbells, so I opted for resistance bands. In 3 weeks, I'm already down 8lbs between using the bands to do full body strength training x3 each week, gaining ideas for different excercises from videos like this; and making sure to do at least 30 minutes each day on a treadmill at a pace that gets my heart rate up and makes me break a sweat. I've cut way back on the less healthy foods I tend to eat, and have also been watching my portions on everything I eat, because I believe a big issue was simply over-eating. I seldom drink softdrinks, I cut way back on alcohol (I usually only drank 1 or 2 each day, but cut down to 1 and often skip a day or two. I especially skip a day or two if I have been drinking socially ok the weekends) My wife was put on ozempic by her doctor, because she was diagnosed as pre-diabetic. I'm happy to say with eating the same meals, similar portions, I'm losing at almost the same rate as she does despite the fact she isn't doing any kind of strength training yet (she goes for walks on her lunch breaks). In my 20's, I used to lift weights and targeted size as my goal. This is probably a contributing factor to my shoulder injury... back then, I never lost weight even though I was visibly slimming down. I think I gained 1lb of muscle for every lb of fat that I lost. My goal is different now with getting the excess fat off and building strength. I don't even care at this point to get down to having abs that resemble a wash board... I just want to be healthy and have enough muscle that when I get to around 20% body fat, you can see there is muscle underneath.
My favorite response for people about cardio: Q- What do you do for exercise? A- Lift weights Q- Well what do you do for cardio then? A- Lift weights faster.
@@72Dexter72Manley72 At last!! Truth! Keep your breaks as short as possible and leave your damn phone in the locker. There's nothing worse than somebody who sits their butt on equipment, surfing Facebook for 15 minutes in between sets. If you don't stop lifting your heart rate will remain High and you will get all the cardio you need 👍
@@yepok5393 Sometimes people get to caught up in believing cardio machines are the only way to do cardio.. Cardio increases your heart rate. So does everything on this list and more. Jump Rope Do Burpees Do burpees with dumbbells Sprinting Biking Lifting weights, short rest breaks with more sets. Do full body 4 times a week.
I am 63 years old, have competed in a couple of physique contests (my profile photo was taken when I was 45) and I will be competing in another Bodybuilding contest this December. As such, I am a devoted follower of Jeff's advice. Thank you Jeff!
This is a great video - As a 58 yo who follows Jeff 4-5 x a week....he is 100% correct about getting older...doesnt get any easier. Warm-up matters a lot. Getting hurt sux at my age, so I'll do anything to avoid it....pace myself into a heavy workout is a great suggestion from Jeff !! THANK YOU!!!
I'm 69, always did a mix of actual sports & training, but slowed down, softened up & gained some weight in last 5 yrs. Got back to it after learning I might need a heart valve (on hold, yay). These videos have been invaluable. Changed my diet (it wasn't terrible, but the crap at the margins matters), downloaded an app for accountability. The mind-body connection can't be over-stated. I have injuries to work around (like probably everyone). Lost 35 lbs. Can now do half-dozen strict pullups and 8-10 dips, despite a bad shoulder. Very informative & motivational stuff. Thanks.
49 years young here. I've been slowly modifying my training for the past 3 years and it's paying off. Longevity is the goal for me these days. Terrific advice Jeff.
@@sarath938 Make compound lifts the basis for your training. Squats, deadlifts, OHP, and some form of bench pressing should be the foundation of your programming.
@@sarath938 Man just keep working out and keep getting stronger. I am 53 years old and workout 2-3 days a week. 6ft 210lbs. Always been 💯 Natural. My training only changed because in my early 20's I was dumb. I did failure training, drop sets and forced reps every workout.. When I stopped doing those I made much better progress. I still work on getting stronger each workout. I only do 2 warm up sets before my heavy working sets. I do weighted dips with 135lbs for reps. Weighted chinups with 60lbs. Weighted hangs with 100lbs. 120lb dumbbell bench, 4 sets of 5 reps.
Jeff’s videos are the most valuable free fitness info available. I wish I’d had a Jeff to learn from on my 20s. I’m 47 and probably the leanest I’ve been because of following his advice and his programs.
If you aren't already, seriously consider going on keto and intermittent fasting. You *will* feel twenty-five again! Then combine feeling twenty-five with the smarts and wisdom you've got at age 48 and you'll be amazed at the things you'll be able to do. Cheers!
I started strength training at 57. Been "at it" at home for almost 2 years now. I feel a decade younger, easy. My adult kids are stunned. For now, its like I'm growing younger instead of older. I'm looking forward to my 40th B-Day. It's right around the corner.
@@billywong7775 Here's wishing you a long life Billy! I started competitive Dragon boating at age 64 & I was the oldest guy in the boat. The first year almost killed me but I persisted. Then I started pumping iron & lost weight & by year three I was in the best shape of my life. But shit happens! First an inguinal hernia & then a hip replacement. All this from thirty four years of curling. Then I ran into Jeff here & it was--ya let's get in shape & build muscle again. I'm really enjoying pushing myself again, although at my age I'm more careful to work within my limits because I'm the type to overdo it. I've got a Bowflex, elliptical, bench, dumbbells & kettlebells in my man cave & I'm going to get ripped! Focus & persistence are the road to success, as well as eating well & most of all having FUN on the journey.
I'm 51, stopped training for a variety of reasons around 12 years ago. Been back at it a year with much less intensity but am seeing good strength gains with zero injuries. Everything he says in this video is spot on. Thanks
Just turned 70... and am realizing how important maintaining strength really is. I enjoyed this video... very inspiring, informative. I usually begin my workout with a carry, squatting every 10 steps. Then I'll do a power snatch with just the bar, adding weights each set. So far, so good. My cardio is done on separate days. I cycle a 9 mile loop with a steady climb. I will begin now with some jumping jacks, and platform jumping. Wish my gym had battle ropes. Aging is a challenge. Most elders have injurious falls because of lack of strength, coordination... only maintained by regular workouts. I recently helped a friend move stuff from a second floor, which helped me realize I need to work on leg strength and endurance.
I'm 56 and doing everything you just said. Leave the ego at the door. I made the mistake 5 years ago of thinking I had to use very heavy weight to get to failure, big mistake. I sprained my right elbow and right shoulder. Very painful, I was out of commission for 6 months. Now I use moderate weight, slow pause reps and it's just as difficult, but no injuries. Thanks Jeff!
Hard to do isnt it? It works though. My buddy hears people whisper about me in the gym almost daily. They say "see you dont need to lift heavy to get big" lol. This also.makes me feel healthier (no injuries)
Over 60 now and still love and learn from Jeff's videos (even with an MS in Exercise Physiology!) He keeps it fresh and results-focused. Thanks, Jeff!!
At 66 it amazes me how well the body is still responding. Didn't start till 55 having been skinny all my life and now I'm healthy, cut, and almost, if not quite, the stud muffin I've promised the wife before turning 70yrs old.. If anybody says getting old means giving in, tell them bull. The body loves to move.
A fellow tall skinny guy who got into this later in life at 44 here. Love calisthenics and needed to know more about it as a skinny teen who did not take to straight weights. Really glad to hear I have many years ahead. For me started with healthy food. Other foods make me drowsy, nappy, and lazy. Hail to the diet.
Cool man i hit 40 this year also skinny only started gym like 5 months ago use to party alot gave all that up for health and fitness. I am lucky that i have maintained a good nutrition throughout my life. The gym is the easy bit eating to remain in a caloric surplus is the hard bit i also try to fast for 12 hours or so. I do believe in fasting although most would say you should be eating as much as you can. I disagree i actually still want to be athletic to i try to do least 40 odd pullups per gym session to
I am 76 and have been lifting since I was 16 with a Weider set. I have instinctively followed this excellent advice and now it is here forever. Thank you for supporting my instincts it is great to see that these principles are in fact reality.
I am 69 and I agree with everything you say. Your videos inspire me during my weekly workouts and was able to convert my body fat into muscles. The only negative aspect was buying new cloths.
Almost 55 and same here. I see lots of guys at the gym in 40's and 50's still going strong...also see lots of the 20's yr olds that have size and definition unlike anything I used to see in my 20's. The knowledge and nutrition is paying off for everyone who wants to take advantage of it. And the women are...well they certainly weren't looking that way when I was in my 20's either Then I step outside the gym and look around... 🤔
M Fawls exactly... “the information is there for anyone who wants to take advantage of it”. Over 50 female here and worked out most of my life. It’s been a struggle at certain times but here I am. Many think I’m quite a bit younger than I am. My age has finally affected my training though lately. It’s good to hear training focused on aging athletes, longevity, and purposeful, healthy living.
Great video, I'm always interested in training videos for older men. This year I will turn 72 years old and I'm in probably the best shape of my life in some respects. The human body is a incredible machine if you take good care of it. Your video hits on very valuable tips and concepts that I will incorporate in my daily life, thank you keep up the good work.
Glad I'm not the only 72 year old in the gym! The videos are great, excellent explanations and he doesn't ever talk down to you. Despite having been training since school days and working as a gym instructor for a while still stuff to learn. For all of us 70+ guys, let's see how we do at 80+ I reckon we're in with a chance
I’m a 43 yr old female , have been working out for the past 4 yrs and although my muscles are toned , they don’t grow bigger , I can’t gain weight. I’ve noticed that too much protein spikes my insulin levels
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I'm over 50 (52) and love Jeff's videos. I weigh 63 kilos and yesterday was able to bench five sets of 25kg dumbbells. And of course I did face pulls at the end of the workout!
I tend to pre-exhaust the muscle group then do the primary lift. Not only is the pre phase a lighter ‘warm-up’ but I don’t need to use a really heavy weight to get to failure. This makes my super heavy lifting a thing of the past and saves my joints. I’m 52 now.
This sounds like a really good idea. May I ask you to please elaborate? How do you go about pre-exhausting your muscles? What fraction of your primary lift do you lift before the primary lift? How many reps/sets are devoted to pre-exhaustion and how many reps and sets are devoted to the primary lift?
Hang in there buddy, I hope your felling better now. I find exercise really helps a lot with depression. Especially if you workout at a gym and talk to other people..
I'm a 74 yr old female. I have lost 36 lb in 90 days with KETO IF and weight and resistance band training at home. I have learned so much from you about quality versus quantity and the mind muscle connection. These incites took my workout to whole new level.. I have lost over 20 inches over all. Thank you so much for your highly educational, safety focused and inspiring videos. Blessings to you.
I am 50 years old and started 40 lb overweight. I've got a long journey ahead of me but my goal is to be in the best shape I've ever been in! I have already learned how important nutrition truly is! I'm 2 months into the gym and when I'm eating correctly, I feel great and I look good. On those days when I slide and eat a couple of sandwiches and maybe even some potato chips, I don't feel very well the next day and I look bloated. I have 15 pounds to go to hit my weight Target, and I keep telling myself my celebration for getting there is going to be a small piece of cake and a small bowl of ice cream! By the time I reach that goal I may change my mind but I've sworn off cakes candies chocolate, you know all the good stuff, until I hit 185. Peace and love from Atlanta
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
I have been training very similar to what Jeff is speaking on for more than 30 years. I am 65 years old now and continue training this way. For the past 4 years I've followed Jeff and now am down to my high school weight and more muscular than ever.
At 63 turning 64 I had a decision to make. I could let myself go and except old age and death or I could build up resistance. I look 10 to 15 years younger to start with so I thought this is what I have to do. The results have been astounding. Getting off pain killers and making my body my best support, building muscle and strength I didn’t have when I was 20. Thank you for the excellent guidance. This is how I have been doing it and I am encouraged to continue.
I'm a 45 yr old distance runner logging 60 miles per week. The importance of nutrition is so key, and I've started incorporating strength training because I've noticed how much harder it is to build the muscle now from running alone- things start to hurt that never hurt before. With strength training I can still run strong
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
I’m a 60 year old female and really appreciate these tips Especially, not turning cardio into a workout before weight training- which would leave me too tired to do all my strength training.
Here are 8 things you need to do. The 8 mistakes discussed in this video are not doing these 8 things.
1. Always warm up first.
2. Avoid turning the warm-up into the workout.
3. Prioritize strength training through progressive overload on the big lifts.
4. Ensure that you own the weight you’re lifting by incorporating paused lifts at every opportunity.
5. Develop and maintain the mind-body connection (pay attention to what you're doing), so that when you move a weight from A to Z, you're always actually using the muscle you're trying to train.
6. Incorporate some metabolic training using lighter weights throughout your workout to reduce post-workout soreness and improve recovery between workouts.
7. Include athletic activities in your workouts such as running, jumping, and agility--skills you'll lose, if not used.
8. Include corrective exercises like face pulls and band pull-apart, to help prevent imbalances that can reduce the benefit from more commonly performed exercises.
I’m 65 and I realized my deltoids needed strengthening. I started doing dumbell presses and felt like I was doing damage. I switched to flies with very light weights and control, just as you recommend here. Unfortunately I developed tendinitis from the heavier weights. I sure wish I’d seen this video a couple of weeks ago! Oh well, learned my lesson. Set my training back a couple of weeks
48 and in pretty good shape. He is right...made the classic mistake of going to heavy for too long. I made a lot of strength gains but took a toll on my joints and tendons. Backing off the load and focusing on getting the most out of every single rep and can feel the difference only two weeks into it.
As a 53yr old who was/is a lifelong competitive athlete (marathons, D1 in two sports, bodybuilding) whose body is breaking down…I soooooo appreciate having discovered your channel. Recently lost 80lbs and getting back to impactful workouts. Watching your stuff ahead of each body part workouts. Much appreciated brother.
In my 60's now, was a gym rat up until almost 50. Weight gain and feeling like crap I decided to do something about it. Glad I found your videos because I was training like I did 20 years ago and it was killing me. Thanks for explaining how to train when over 40, in my case well over 40.
Im 60 people say i look 40ish I think I'm 20-ish and that's how I work out like I'm 20 but the aches and pains of life I feel like I'm 80 thanks Jeff for all the advice
Now i'm older i switched from running to fast walking to lessen the impact on my joints. Its quite effective. Walking as fast as you can for an hour is exhausting. Even on winter evenings i still build up a sweat after only about 10mins and the heart is racing. I find it quite enjoyable and often see other older guys still running who look like they're really suffering. I admire them for their effort but i worry about their joints etc.
19 yrs of injuries and life getting in the way, I'm now healthy enough at 41 to start back at this blessed 'hobby'... thanks for these videos, it gives me hope ❤
Yes Jeff - to everything you've said here. I'm 65 and my wife is 55. Thanks for your vids they inform and help greatly.. One suggestion: Cardio - swimming spares the body in every way and helps the breathing immensely Just need 3 times a week (20-30 minutes per session) Preach on, brother!
I am 75. 4 11. Healthy not on any medication. One of my young neighbors introduced your workouts. I watch your programs at least 3 hours. I don’t waste my time with other trainers programs as I know for me you are the best going out of the way to explain how to them. If our country follow you they will live long, look good and out of all the unnecessary sicknesses. How do I get all around program to fits me. May God bless you for sharing your knowledge with people like me. Blessings to your family and twins
37 hurt my shoulder trying to get back into shape by lifting the way I did when I was younger. Kinda gave up, thinking maybe I should just accept a dad bod. This video gave me some encouragement to try again, so thanks for making this.
I have a meniscus tear in the knee and a tendon tear in the rotator cuff (supraspinatus). If you get the right physiotherapy advice (only need a few initial sessions to understand what needs to be done), and/or strengthen the muscles around the injured area gradually (so the load on the injured part is reduced), you will get perceptibly better week after week and almost be back to normal. I am 37 too. Am not saying what works for me will work for you, but general rotator cuff strengthening exercises greatly help with the shoulder, and cycling with the legs (stronger quads and hams reduce shock on knee). If I don't do rotator cuff exercises for some days and only keep doing push-ups, the supraspinatus starts to act up, coz tighter pecs are pulling shoulder forward without commensurate balance in the opposite direction. Start very gradually and don't feel embarrassed about it. When I began exercising again after the injury, I warmed up my shoulder with shoulder rotations and some arm swinging, then did just 5 push ups a day. Just 5. Then 7, then 10, then 15, then 20. Am around 30 now. You don't need to join a gym if it's not convenient, or you don't feel strong enough yet. A cheap resistance band around a table leg is what I use for rows and rotator cuff exercises (basically rotating out your arm backwards, plenty of videos on TH-cam including by Jeff). Good luck with it all !
You might try a ketogenic diet. I started about 7 years ago, and no more dad bod. Once I got used to never eating carbs (except some nuts and green vegetables), I look ripped all the time at 52. Its like the fountain of youth when combined with weight training.
I'm WAY over 40. I thought my warm up was walking or biking to the gym. But a few weeks ago, I pulled an upper inner thigh muscle while doing a back squat. Now I have to work around it until it heals. Stretching is important!
Watching this was such a relief to me! I'm 37 and was worried that the way I most enjoy training would be a bad idea as I get older. Turns out, it's exactly what I should be doing. I'll be sure to share with my other friends who are getting close to over the hill as well!
Thanks for these videos. I’m 55 and have always been an active person including running 3 marathons,but I’ve never really done any weightlifting. I’m starting now after putting my 80yr old father in nursing home because he has no strength left. He has done no exercise in the last 20 years and seeing him this way is wake up call for me.
I'm 64 and have gotten great results from Jeff's programs. I'v always worked out since before high school. Started Jeff's programs in my 60's. Tremendous gains since then. He's the best. Period
A great series by Jeff. I am 73, never any prescriptions, Do everything I can following Jeff. Weight 162, 5 -7, Because of Jeffs expertise, I can perform 15 body weight chinups, & 10 pullups, 60 full body dips, 50 Olympic Barbell curls of 45 lbs at 4 sets. This is just the beginning.
I just found this video. First of all, Athlean-X has got to be the best exercise channel on youtube. Jeff's 'Worst to Best' videos are unmatched, pure gold. On to this one. I'm retired yet I still want to be active and fit. The section of this video titled "Training Like an Athlete" really hit home with me. Some years ago I would go to the gym early at our company to get my workout in before I started my work day. About 5 of us would get there painfully early (for some!) at 5:00 AM. There were two guys there (twin brothers) that I eventually got to know. Their workouts just seemed to be on another level. After getting to know them, I found out that it was because they were always in training for competition, Iron Man, etc. That wasn't my world, but I got something valuable out of watching them and learning from them. I found out that no matter the workout, it could be viewed in we'll say, three ways: 1) as exercise, 2) as a workout, 3) as training. I decided to treat my workouts like training. And when I did, I put something different into each workout, and got something different out of it. That lesson was valuable. It's my reference point. So when Jeff says "Train Like an Athlete" it's not only something to do, it's a concept, it's a way to approach the activity. Hell, I even consider mowing the lawn as part of my training (no, it's NOT a riding mower !). Keep up the great videos, Jeff. And thank you for the content!!
I've just passed mile marker 69...I pretty much took for granted being in decent shape over the years. I was an athlete for most of my younger years. I was a powerlifter and Olympic lifter in my 20's and 30's. There wasn't a time even up to my early 60's that I couldn't drop down and give you 50 quality pushups. In the last 3 years, however, I have experienced a shocking loss of strength overall. I'm still working at a semi-physical job but it has not been effective at keeping the strength loss at bay. In the past two months, I've started weight training and some cardio trying to regain some of what has been lost. I will add that having hip and knee replacement surgeries definitely set me back some. I'm looking for a sensible program that will not cause further injury ( I also have torn rotator cuffs in both shoulders). I'm going to check out Jeff's system and see what's up.
I’m 36 and work as a designer so I sit at a desk pretty much all day. I started experiencing a lot of hip pain and I began doing 10 minutes of dynamic stretching and active warmups at the beginning of my workouts and the hip pain is gone. Don’t underestimate the value of a good warmup.
I’ve been using my own invented 20 system that’s 20 reps every set on every muscle group. Using a split routine over 5 days a week. Controlled reps and fighting through every session to keep the intensity high. Together with clever eating I continue to gain muscle. Ps I’m 52 this year
I actually have fallen in love with morning and evening brisk walks as part of my cardio... at 44 years old and multiple joint injuries from college football I just can’t run like used to. Biking walking and any other low impact cardio has allowed me to keep my weight in check
Low impact cardio for the win. I also think it makes muscle building easier due to lower general stress on the body as well. I like hiking and stairmaster as other two low impact options.
@@lean4ever_ I bought a rowing machine, excellent all round workout. I can't run due to an ankle tendon issue, still waiting to get fixed, but rowing is very beneficial and zero impact.
Thank you so much Jeff for so much useful information. I'm 44 years young and I've followed a very healthy eating habit since around 2000. All these workout tips have been very helpful and I keep on re-watching your videos to keep your tips in mind. You're a true professional, you're a big inspiration for me and I really appreciate a lot what you do. Rock on!
At 66 and I do a variation of that; a pint of hot water followed by a triple espresso 6 variations on the battle ropes Side-lying external rotation exercise 3 sets High-to-low rows 3 sets Y, front and sides raises over a ball 3 sets Lastly lie the length of the Foam Roller like a crucifixion for a minute and stretch Then I’m good to start the weights
Loved this video. I’m 52 and appreciated hearing you say it’s more important to have controlled weight vs. number of plates hence why I never GRUNT when I lift. I can’t tell you how many epic fails I’ve seen because of men’s idiotic need to show off lifting way too much and GRUNTING like they are taking a dump. I bench, deadlift, squat 245 lbs. No more. For small muscles I lift to failure weight I can control. At 52 I’m in great shape for my age as I have been doing this for decades. Never got hurt, never damaged any part of my body simply because I did things right from the moment I went from being a gymnast and martial artist to lifting weights. I’ve seen two huge bodybuilders and 3 powerlifters either die, or become quadriplegic. It’s so sad simply because they felt like being Superman when being just a man was enough.
Nice Rodney! I am 59 (193lbs) and can do 16 strict pullups (not those ridiculous crossfit things). I did 19 last year and my goal is 20 this season. Keep it up.
Just turned 60, wished I had access to these videos 30 yrs ago; would've identified imbalances and learned how to avoid injuries that are haunting me a bit today. Cancer survivor and still pushing forward; in the best shape I've been in 40 yrs!
Thanks@Nuno Alexandre #1 - Turning your warmup into a workout 00:52 #2 - Not pursuing "responsible" strength 02:14 #3 - Forgetting the value of a "mind/muscle connection" 03:33 #4 - Overlooking metabolic training for gains 05:05 #5 - Not training like an athlete 06:52 #6 - Skipping your corrective exercises 08:55 #7 - Doing the wrong kind of cardio 09:35 #8 - Thinking nutrition is just "pretty" important 11:23
Hey Jeff, I am 66 years old and I love working out. I try to eat right but I don’t always. I do struggle with sweets, but I will keep trying , love your videos. Thanks, Kevin.
Kolstyrr, can you do me a favor? I started the 20 rep squat program with some modifications and I can't believe how well it's working for me. Would you be prepared to try it for a month to see how you go? I'm not selling anything, don't have a channel etc but I think I've stumbled onto something and I'd like someone else to test it out. It worked for my brother but he's very similar to me so it's probably not a very good comparison. All I'm doing is one set of 20 reps for squat, dumbell bench press, straight into b o rows with same dumbells, military press, pulldowns, stiff leg deadlifts and finish off with max crunches. Doing Monday Wednesday and Friday. I started with about half my ORM and add 5 lb per workout. I may have started too light on the squat and maybe too heavy on the military press but it's working itself out. I'm close to my max weight for 20 reps on most exercises so adding the 5 lb has slowed from every workout but on some movements I'm doing 20 reps of weight I used to use for 10 reps. I think I'm about 5 lb heavier after approx 8 weeks without changing my diet. I'm 60 and have trained all my life, never been a giant and never will be but I'm stronger and feeling better than I have in years. I surf on weekends and I think I'm getting through a session in the water much better. I also stretch religiously each morning and night for about 10 minutes. I think it might cover your needs. Please let me know if you're interested and if so, how it works for you. Or anyone else for that matter.
@@jamieyoung2939 Hi Jamie. I wish I'd stumbled upon this much earlier and if you've never lifted I can see you gaining a heap in a short amount of time. One thing I have found lately is I think I have maxed out on most movements. I've added the smallest increment in weight but am struggling to get the 20 reps with the heavier load. I've also changed from 3 days to 2 as the heavier the session, the slower the recovery. I'm thinking about dropping down and starting again about half way between my starting weights and what I'm lifting now, see if I can jump start things. Anyway, I think, and particularly for a beginner, the light starting weights and the progression are the key. You won't get the numbers exactly right at the beginning but just keep adding those small increments and keep going. To be honest, I don't think I'm going to get much stronger at my age. Ill give myself another few weeks until I max out again and then do it just once a week with another day or two of different types of lifts. Keep in touch, I'm really interested to see how you go.
That’s the truth. For you 20-somethings, one day you’ll be 35 and busy as fuck, diet going to shit, and you wish you could go back 5 years. Thing is, you can. I’m 45 and decided at 40 to cut the bullshit. And women fucking love lean strong guys over 40.
Thanks for the advice. I'm 40 (41 in a few months) and I noticed a bigger drop in recovery time. You can add a 9th mistakes, stop and listen to your body. Less is more. I can run 40K in a week for a month and a half, but then I hurt for a month and can't do sqauts or run. Now 20K with low impack, high intensity is better in the long run.
It doesn't matter how old you are, there are 6 mistakes you MUST avoid when it comes to building muscle. th-cam.com/video/330Ufcaj1zA/w-d-xo.html
A 40+ programme?
I'm 39, with some joint issues from improper exercise. Can you do a video on how to safely bench alone with lower weight? In my case probably 90-100lbs
As you get older, the key is not rushing. You're not trying to abs for summer, you're slowly building a strong and supportive body for the rest of your life.
I want to be this
OMG I am 44 too and I just lost 18 kg in 4 months with the right eating habits. Now I need muscles...
I'm 50. I look 40. I feel 30. I'm stronger than most 20. My wife tells me I act like 10.
LMAO
Otek Durante 😂
Brilliant
Gotta give you 5 for that.. 😏
And I bet your wife calls you baby.
I am 78 yrs old man and still going strong in the gym 3 times a week I always do a good warm up exercises before I start my workout, I been ask so many time how do I stay in shape I tell then don't quit because winners don't quit and quitters don't win. I am glad that I didn't quit when I had prostate cancer and now I am cancer FREE
I'm 40. After 12 years of good beer and BBQ, I decided to start exercising again, 2 weeks ago. My workout is pretty much someone else's warm up, but I'm making progress. Pushing harder and going longer.
Salty Potatoes Are you still working out and if so how is your progress ?
me too.....
Good on you dude, that is where change starts, when you DECIDE! Keep it up
So, what happened in the last 9 months? :>
With me, it was the same. Only after 2 months, I started to gain muscle and to pull some more weight. Your body needs some time to adapt.
Retired at 66, on BP meds, 20 lbs overweight. Thanks to Jeff, weight under control, diet is much better, off meds, and getting stronger. Thanks Jeff
Difft issues, but recently discovered Jeff’s channel. Agreed on the impact. And grateful.
At 63, I’ve been training for about 45 years. I’m always answering questions from 30 and 40 somethings about training, diet, and most importantly, longevity in maintaining a great build at an advanced age. I do lift relatively heavy but I often cycle that training with lighter weights which gives me a much fuller, toned appearance. I retired a few years ago and after sitting around for a couple of years I took a part time job training seniors at my local senior center. One of the biggest surprises I’ve encountered is the influx of younger folks (55 to 60) with little or no strength and no mind/ muscle connection. These are not just people that worked in offices their whole lives and never did anything to maintain their bodies. This group includes mechanics, law enforcement, truckers, etc. Many of these people became adept at doing their jobs or rose to supervisory positions, leaving behind the need to exercise their bodies in their daily routine. It’s sad and disheartening to see a 55 year old man that can’t bench press more than 20 lbs. But worse is their inability to do certain exercises like squats or lying tricep extensions (to name a couple) and their propensity to swing weights back and forth rather than feeling the movement. I’m constantly stopping whatever I’m doing to engage these folks on the need to feel the movement in the muscles they’re working. I believe in many cases these people are just going through the motions so they can feel good about themselves after they run back to their couches. Jeff hit it on the head when he spoke about the mind/ muscle connection and the need to try different types of exercises as we age. You would be amazed what a beginning Jiu Jitsu class or even yoga classes can do to maintain agility, balance and conditioning. Sorry for the rant…..
God bless you for helping out others and good work on what you have done. I am 40, and stay in top shape. My goal is to keep it up for the long run. I know what you mean about most people going to work and never thinking about health, diet or training of any kind and its sad. Seems to be the way of most Americans and the whole "go work" life style that so many are caught in.
Thank you sir for your help 🙏🏿
Ur like donald Trump, evergreen
Great message and I completely agree with what you say
Sage wisdom that enough folks didn't take time to read
So many older guys on here committed to the grind... Respect fellas 👏🏻 you are inspiring
Thanks young man. I played sports in my youth and never gave up running. I lifted weights sporadically. Now I'm 63 and still go to the gym 5 days a week. I lost some gains but I put in the work. I can still max 250 bench and I only weigh 170. Exercising is a life commitment.
#1 - Turning your warmup into a workout 00:52
#2 - Not pursuing "responsible" strength 02:14
#3 - Forgetting the value of a "mind/muscle connection" 03:33
#4 - Overlooking metabolic training for gains 05:05
#5 - Not training like an athlete 06:52
#6 - Skipping your corrective exercises 08:55
#7 - Doing the wrong kind of cardio 09:35
#8 - Thinking nutrition is just "pretty" important 11:23
Thanks for this, appreciate it 👍
#6 is face pulls
MVP
#X - get shingles vaccine. I'm 56 and lost 2 months to shingles this year. Booster shot next week.
Was looking for this cause was kinda rushing through the video before going to work...thanks 👍
I was a dedicated weight trainer all my life and reaped the rewards. Look good, healthy, etc. Due to back issues I have been unable to workout for the last three years resulting in loss of muscle mass. Jeff , through his videos is greatly helping me get back to training. I am almost 72 years old. Thanks Jeff
Try using an inversion machine I use one everyday sometimes 2 to 3 times and I hang upside down for 5 min with inverted crunches it really helps my L2 to S1
😘🤗Good Man !💪
I hear u. I had an L5-S1 back fusion and it took me out for years. I live in back pain. Luckily I’ve found ways to manage and …… after over 5 years away from the gym, been back at it for over 1 year. Best of luck with managing ur back issues.
Bob unfortunately has passed away last fall
@@Stolencamaro no I am still alive. but thanks for the woshes
Jeff. You are my biggest inspiration, this year I lost my mother from a heart attack. It gets worse, 4 years ago I lost my father from an accident at work. I am an only child. The only place I had to turn to releive my stress and keep my mind at ease was training in the gym, and watching your motivational videos to make me never give up. You keep me going every day and pushing to be the best I can. Thank you for all of your knowledgable information and expertise. I will be 22 tomorrow, and I am beyond glad I found your channel this early in my life so I can keep this lifestyle for the rest of my life, I watch your videos over and over constantly. Thank you for being a no B.S. honest coach, I am at the end of the 6th month of your NXT program, (wolverine beastmode) and I am looking forward to keep training with you as my coach. See you at the AX games 2020.
I'm sorry to hear about your parents that's so rough. I stayed out of the gym when my father died and it took my awhile to get back in to it(Ican't imagine losing both). You are on the right path imo by sticking with lifting after facing tragedy. It does so much not only your body but your mind, as i'm sure you know. You'll thank yourself when you get to 35 too. I feel better today than when I was 20 and I plan to work out into my 80's if possible. Anyway, just wanted to give you props for staying strong after all you've been through and I hope you also have other family and friends for support when you need it.
You are an absolute credit to your parents. All the very best to you 😘
So sorry for your losses. Lost my dad when I was 22 as well. He was only 56. I will pray for you amigo. Psalm 147:3 -
He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
Sorry for your loss man. I too lost my parents early on(I'm 39 now and i lost both of my parents when I was 24. That same year i also lost my fiance(she cheated on me and aborted my baby without telling me after cleaning out my bank account). Its a very hard place to crawl out of mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually(doesn't even have to be in a religious sense and can mean more personal things to others) and its a very long road out of Hell. But just strive every day to make any sort of progress, utilize close friends and family if you have them, use exercise and the gym to relieve anger and sadness, meditate or hike or go for long walks to relieve stress, take up yoga and boxing to help aggression etc. And remember that if you fall or fail, its just another step on the path you are walking. Just get up and keep going. Good luck.
Damn man. Stay strong. I'm 25 and lost my grandma (she's the one that raised me my entire life) this past April. I'm also an only child so i can relate a bit. Shit gets different but just gotta keep going, for their sake if nothing else.
1. Reasonable Warmup -
a. Warmup more important, raise HB, introduce blood fully, Joints, Muscles and Mind
b. Don't make the warmup the workout
2. Responsible strength - train for strength; quality movements, not quantities; pause palpably at highest stress points
3. Mind-Muscle connection
4. Metabolic gains - include much higher reps with responsable weights, work through and beyond burn out. With other types of gain trainings
5. Train like athletic. Athletic things
6. Corrective trainings. All muscles matter
7. Non-impactful, productive cardio. Inventivity
8. Nutritional consistency.
Thank you for this.
Cheers, saves me watching Jeffrey mess about topless with his perfect hair.
The times are missing
Mind muscle # 1 imo
Nice post..
I waited for it and was not disappointed.... face pulls are mentioned. 👏
Ah, faithfulness rewarded.
#facepulls❤️
Haha! Your face doesn't need any pulling 😉
I heard they’re very good for the rear delts and the face muscles
Hii
Thanks, in my youth up until 30 I was lean and mean. Started loosing it in my 40's working hard to support the family. Lost it. Now 72 and working hard to regain it. Thanks for your help.
I’m 50, 102kgs and sit at 10% BF all year round, Been lifting all my life, massively changed the way I train, much lighter, high volume training, filling the muscle with blood and using recovery time between workouts, most important tip, DO NOT train through pain or injury. Joints need rest!!
Can't wait to see what's killing my gains today
YOUR AGE IS KILLING YOUR GAINS (HERE'S WHY!)
Michael Vigato lol
BREATHING IS KILLING YOUR GAINS (AVOID MISTAKES!)
Three sets of 10 face pulls are killing your gains bro 😆
40 is killing your gains
Been following Jeff's videos for about 6 months, I'm 6ft and started out at around 225lbs, very unfit and out of shape 45yr old. Now I'm 182lbs, in much better shape, feeling a shit-ton better, moving better and no longer like I'm an 80yr old invalid. In terms of fat loss I've certainly lost more than 42lbs also, since I've put on a noticeable amount of muscle, people have actually commented on it to me and have been shocked at the change.
Thanks Jeff. Thanks for not bullshitting, thanks for giving genuine advice and thanks for all the videos on here detailing how to change your life. Because following your advice has done just that. I just wish I'd taken before and after photo's, but tbh I wasn't expecting a dramatic change, so I didn't bother, I actually didn't notice the changes that much myself, it wasn't until the people around me started commenting on it and then one day got an actual audible gasp and "holy fucking shit" from my wifes friend when she came round and I was working out. Good feeling.
Great job 👍 I need to lose 45lbs also 51 years old.
Good stuff I’m 53 year old ex body builder,ready to get lean and stay lean
Awsome, happy for you.
My story is very close to yours.
Keep it up🖒
Thanks for the inspiration man!
Chade Fallstar inspirational fella
Absolutely Right Jeff! Now at 74 and train 3x per week, I remember what it was like to be at my peak in my 40's. The thing is, now, I have to retrain neuro-muscular memory all over again it seems. When people ask me about why I train, I tell them about my goals but more then that I have to train in order to do the athletic moves other 40 year olds take for granted. I enjoy your videos tremendously and watch them every day only to find and remind myself that I have to slow down and focus on the movement and not the number of reps.
Me a 16 year old
“This seems like a video for me”
same tbh
Am 17 😁
Im 9
Heeyy Ma 16 year old brother
I am IRONMAN
I started working out seriously for the first time in my life at 44. I don't know what flipped the switch, maybe realizing it was close to my last chance to build the body I've always wanted. I could see my muscles atrophy and could see my body aging. All I know is I've been super motivated for months and it's not going away. Even 3 lockdowns and gyms closing haven't killed my motivation. Five days a week at the gym and I love it. I make sure to warm up and listen to my body. It's already made a big difference and I'm looking forward to seeing where I get to in a year or two God willing.
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
Fuck yeah good on you bro I'm 38 and only been going for couple months seriously loving it keep up the fire fitness rules
Stay the course brother. There will be set backs along the way, but always get after it.
Good on you. I 'm in my early 40's as well and truly on it and will never look back.
I think that’s pretty common, and happens for several reasons, the one you mentioned being maybe the most usual.
I'm 59 and I really enjoyed this video. those who are not over 40 yet, you will be one day!
It's not guaranteed. Some people die before they're 40.
Hopefully they will...
Zane Walls hell yea I use to be 26 as well and it seems like yesterday owell hav a great day
@FenwickIslandDelaware777 L
55 year old Englishman here, yes two minutes ago I was 25.
I started lifting weights in 1980, never stopped to this day, in fact was benching an hour ago.
I agree with you keep it simple and don't stress joints doing stupid things, and you never know we might still be here at 70.
Will if they are lucky.
I’ll be 54 this year, had a heart attack 15 months ago and in the best shape of my life.
I’ve followed you for years and just want to say thank you Jeff. You are truly making a difference!
th-cam.com/video/DEgzuzzSvXQ/w-d-xo.html
Booster?
@@yellowwasprakija2869 probably
I will be 47 on Thursday... Old geezers need love, too! Thanks, Jeff! Would love the Max Size Program
David Joyner happy early birthday! Keep up the hard work!
You should get the Max/Size program for your birthday. It’s worth the money.
47-your a babe in the woods!
I’m 45 couch squads are my favorite exercise!
Hey buddy! Watch how you talking! "Old geezer" is what I call.the dudes in retirement homes!😆 44 here, still feel young....even though everything hurts! 😆
*When you realize*
you're not Over 40 but you still watch the video anyways
Well I'm under 20...
I am 48 and I have pain in my entire body.
so, young people, take care of your health
@@stenionet Ill take the advice
I'm 45 and still training regularly for years. But I notice no matter how hard I try to get stronger I'm gradually losing a little bit of strength each year. If I was just starting to train I'm sure I would be gaining strength, but being I was already at, or near my maximum strength levels some years ago, I can't quite hold onto it.
Why progressive overload isn't that important? Bcuz u'll lose all the good things u get with heavy weight like bone and tendons and ligaments density.... Won't u?
47 here. Switched from 5 km runs to brisk 8 km walks. More time consuming yes, but the results are amazing at not even half the wear and tear.
Same here! No more running. I walk at a brisk pace (usually up hill) so that it keeps my heart rate around 120bpm for 30 min.
Great results!
I did the same, I’m 45, burn more calories and can do it more often because of the reduced impact pain. I’ve also never gone over on my ankle since. I now average around 20lbs lighter from 4x 8k walks a week vs 3x 5k runs.
But isn't the impact on cardiovascular system very different between 5km run and 8km walk?
I'm 45 and only run Coopers test. 12 mins hard. Cardio overload on stair machine at the gym. No more long street running sessions.
Just added elevated hill walks on treadmill. Goes from 12-15 elevation at 2.8-3.0 pace. As good as any run and only need about 30 minutes. Would be interested to see if it clicks for you as well.
40-50 is not old if you have taken care of yourself. 40-50 and beyond doesn’t have to feel old if you start living right and doing what your body needs to remain flexible, strong and reactive. You are by far the best resource for people preserving youth or those trying to regain it. Love your no bullshit approach.
So who actually is watching this videos and is over 40 ? 💪🏽
Dario Castaneda half of us
me
I am 53 and will be 54 next month. I always watch. I may not do what Jeff always recommends. But he is correct 95% of the time.
Just work on getting stronger each workout. Age is just a number. Don't do light weight workouts unless you are injured. But I do facepulls and weighted hangs for shoulder health. Jeff loves facepulls. Lol
I am 62. Just torn my right lateral meniscus though.
Yo!
Jeff really takes alot of time out of his life to do these videos. This guy is dedicated to helping us. Thanks again Jeff. Great guy
All this sacrifice for only millions of $ a year.
The guys a hero😏
@@terrypeart3875 Well, its true, but he is better than the PTs i got at my gym, and its free, so im still greatful.
Yes, Jeff is the Best. I tell anyone of my financial clients who cares about fitness of Jeffs training videos. At 73, I am gaining strength every day, not every week. But do watch every bite & nutrient that goes into my Temple Physical House.
@@larryleach4377
You have financial clients with a name like Larry the Leach😂😂😂😂
@@terrypeart3875 you beat me to it..
Jeff you need to make an *UPDATED* version of the best *CORRECTIVE* exercises. Very important for the masses!
I'm 48 and just started a new fitness journey. 3 weeks ago I weighed 311 lbs, at 5'7" tall.
After a shoulder I just 15 years ago I pretty stopped most exercise. Realizing the extent of how far I had let myself go got me to start exercising with more focus.
The information I find in videos like this are a huge help.
I don't have space in my home for barbells and dumbells, so I opted for resistance bands.
In 3 weeks, I'm already down 8lbs between using the bands to do full body strength training x3 each week, gaining ideas for different excercises from videos like this; and making sure to do at least 30 minutes each day on a treadmill at a pace that gets my heart rate up and makes me break a sweat.
I've cut way back on the less healthy foods I tend to eat, and have also been watching my portions on everything I eat, because I believe a big issue was simply over-eating. I seldom drink softdrinks, I cut way back on alcohol (I usually only drank 1 or 2 each day, but cut down to 1 and often skip a day or two. I especially skip a day or two if I have been drinking socially ok the weekends)
My wife was put on ozempic by her doctor, because she was diagnosed as pre-diabetic. I'm happy to say with eating the same meals, similar portions, I'm losing at almost the same rate as she does despite the fact she isn't doing any kind of strength training yet (she goes for walks on her lunch breaks).
In my 20's, I used to lift weights and targeted size as my goal. This is probably a contributing factor to my shoulder injury... back then, I never lost weight even though I was visibly slimming down. I think I gained 1lb of muscle for every lb of fat that I lost.
My goal is different now with getting the excess fat off and building strength. I don't even care at this point to get down to having abs that resemble a wash board... I just want to be healthy and have enough muscle that when I get to around 20% body fat, you can see there is muscle underneath.
My favorite response for people about cardio:
Q- What do you do for exercise?
A- Lift weights
Q- Well what do you do for cardio then?
A- Lift weights faster.
Exactly. If you lift weights more frequently that works also. 👍
Q- Well what do yo do for cardio then?
A- I don’t need negative gains
@@dustyhd2653 Your workouts can be your cardio. Take shorter rest breaks between sets. Workout more frequently. 👍
@@72Dexter72Manley72 At last!! Truth! Keep your breaks as short as possible and leave your damn phone in the locker. There's nothing worse than somebody who sits their butt on equipment, surfing Facebook for 15 minutes in between sets.
If you don't stop lifting your heart rate will remain High and you will get all the cardio you need 👍
@@yepok5393 Sometimes people get to caught up in believing cardio machines are the only way to do cardio..
Cardio increases your heart rate. So does everything on this list and more.
Jump Rope
Do Burpees
Do burpees with dumbbells
Sprinting
Biking
Lifting weights, short rest breaks with more sets.
Do full body 4 times a week.
I am 63 years old, have competed in a couple of physique contests (my profile photo was taken when I was 45) and I will be competing in another Bodybuilding contest this December. As such, I am a devoted follower of Jeff's advice. Thank you Jeff!
This is a great video - As a 58 yo who follows Jeff 4-5 x a week....he is 100% correct about getting older...doesnt get any easier. Warm-up matters a lot.
Getting hurt sux at my age, so I'll do anything to avoid it....pace myself into a heavy workout is a great suggestion from Jeff !!
THANK YOU!!!
I'm 69, always did a mix of actual sports & training, but slowed down, softened up & gained some weight in last 5 yrs. Got back to it after learning I might need a heart valve (on hold, yay). These videos have been invaluable. Changed my diet (it wasn't terrible, but the crap at the margins matters), downloaded an app for accountability. The mind-body connection can't be over-stated. I have injuries to work around (like probably everyone). Lost 35 lbs. Can now do half-dozen strict pullups and 8-10 dips, despite a bad shoulder. Very informative & motivational stuff. Thanks.
49 years young here. I've been slowly modifying my training for the past 3 years and it's paying off. Longevity is the goal for me these days. Terrific advice Jeff.
Any advice for person on early 30s..
@@sarath938 Make compound lifts the basis for your training. Squats, deadlifts, OHP, and some form of bench pressing should be the foundation of your programming.
@@cappy0023 what are the difference between training in 30s, 20s and 40s??should I slow down at some point??
Sarath J don’t go to failure every time. And quality recovery
@@sarath938 Man just keep working out and keep getting stronger.
I am 53 years old and workout 2-3 days a week. 6ft 210lbs. Always been 💯 Natural. My training only changed because in my early 20's I was dumb. I did failure training, drop sets and forced reps every workout..
When I stopped doing those I made much better progress. I still work on getting stronger each workout. I only do 2 warm up sets before my heavy working sets. I do weighted dips with 135lbs for reps. Weighted chinups with 60lbs. Weighted hangs with 100lbs. 120lb dumbbell bench, 4 sets of 5 reps.
Jeff’s videos are the most valuable free fitness info available. I wish I’d had a Jeff to learn from on my 20s. I’m 47 and probably the leanest I’ve been because of following his advice and his programs.
48 years old here !!! Consistency is the key !! and trying to kid my body is still 25 !!!
Welcome to the club bro
To be fair, you have the body of a 25 year old. Good work!
Gym Garage Man
Same here pal, the struggle is real.
If you aren't already, seriously consider going on keto and intermittent fasting. You *will* feel twenty-five again! Then combine feeling twenty-five with the smarts and wisdom you've got at age 48 and you'll be amazed at the things you'll be able to do. Cheers!
I started strength training at 57. Been "at it" at home for almost 2 years now. I feel a decade younger, easy. My adult kids are stunned. For now, its like I'm growing younger instead of older. I'm looking forward to my 40th B-Day. It's right around the corner.
Never heard a guy who could talk that fast & that long without taking a breath. Impressive! I'm 76 & working on those muscles. Looking good.
Wow
You can hear him take a breath at 8:34
@@sweetpotato6218 LOL!!!
Please write a book about your journey. I want to continue to build muscle when I am your age too :) if I ever get to live that long
@@billywong7775 Here's wishing you a long life Billy! I started competitive Dragon boating at age 64 & I was the oldest guy in the boat. The first year almost killed me but I persisted. Then I started pumping iron & lost weight & by year three I was in the best shape of my life. But shit happens! First an inguinal hernia & then a hip replacement. All this from thirty four years of curling. Then I ran into Jeff here & it was--ya let's get in shape & build muscle again. I'm really enjoying pushing myself again, although at my age I'm more careful to work within my limits because I'm the type to overdo it. I've got a Bowflex, elliptical, bench, dumbbells & kettlebells in my man cave & I'm going to get ripped! Focus & persistence are the road to success, as well as eating well & most of all having FUN on the journey.
I'm 51, stopped training for a variety of reasons around 12 years ago. Been back at it a year with much less intensity but am seeing good strength gains with zero injuries. Everything he says in this video is spot on. Thanks
Just turned 70... and am realizing how important maintaining strength really is.
I enjoyed this video... very inspiring, informative.
I usually begin my workout with a carry, squatting every 10 steps. Then I'll do a power snatch with just the bar, adding weights each set. So far, so good.
My cardio is done on separate days. I cycle a 9 mile loop with a steady climb.
I will begin now with some jumping jacks, and platform jumping. Wish my gym had battle ropes.
Aging is a challenge. Most elders have injurious falls because of lack of strength, coordination... only maintained by regular workouts.
I recently helped a friend move stuff from a second floor, which helped me realize I need to work on leg strength and endurance.
I'm 56 and doing everything you just said. Leave the ego at the door. I made the mistake 5 years ago of thinking I had to use very heavy weight to get to failure, big mistake. I sprained my right elbow and right shoulder. Very painful, I was out of commission for 6 months. Now I use moderate weight, slow pause reps and it's just as difficult, but no injuries. Thanks Jeff!
Hard to do isnt it? It works though. My buddy hears people whisper about me in the gym almost daily. They say "see you dont need to lift heavy to get big" lol. This also.makes me feel healthier (no injuries)
As a 51 year old, still training, I'd like to thank you for, in my opinion, your best video yet! Many thanks and keep them coming Jeff.
Over 60 now and still love and learn from Jeff's videos (even with an MS in Exercise Physiology!) He keeps it fresh and results-focused. Thanks, Jeff!!
At 66 it amazes me how well the body is still responding. Didn't start till 55 having been skinny all my life and now I'm healthy, cut, and almost, if not quite, the stud muffin I've promised the wife before turning 70yrs old.. If anybody says getting old means giving in, tell them bull. The body loves to move.
I'm 77 and I love working out 5x a week. I look forward to every work out like one's dog looks forward to the dog park.
@@petergianarakos9203 if you look forward to a workout you aint going hard enough man
A fellow tall skinny guy who got into this later in life at 44 here. Love calisthenics and needed to know more about it as a skinny teen who did not take to straight weights. Really glad to hear I have many years ahead. For me started with healthy food. Other foods make me drowsy, nappy, and lazy. Hail to the diet.
Cool man i hit 40 this year also skinny only started gym like 5 months ago use to party alot gave all that up for health and fitness. I am lucky that i have maintained a good nutrition throughout my life. The gym is the easy bit eating to remain in a caloric surplus is the hard bit i also try to fast for 12 hours or so. I do believe in fasting although most would say you should be eating as much as you can. I disagree i actually still want to be athletic to i try to do least 40 odd pullups per gym session to
@@joshuagilfillan3190 That is one of the worst pieces of advice I've read for a while.
You only get one life, love every moment of it .
I am 76 and have been lifting since I was 16 with a Weider set. I have instinctively followed this excellent advice and now it is here forever. Thank you for supporting my instincts it is great to see that these principles are in fact reality.
I am 69 and I agree with everything you say. Your videos inspire me during my weekly workouts and was able to convert my body fat into muscles. The only negative aspect was buying new cloths.
I’m 57 and still lifting as heavy as I can. I don’t see stopping any time soon.
53 here. Never stop, keep getting stronger. 💪
I’m with you. 57 next month. Stronger now than ever before.
Almost 55 and same here. I see lots of guys at the gym in 40's and 50's still going strong...also see lots of the 20's yr olds that have size and definition unlike anything I used to see in my 20's. The knowledge and nutrition is paying off for everyone who wants to take advantage of it.
And the women are...well they certainly weren't looking that way when I was in my 20's either
Then I step outside the gym and look around... 🤔
M Fawls exactly... “the information is there for anyone who wants to take advantage of it”. Over 50 female here and worked out most of my life. It’s been a struggle at certain times but here I am. Many think I’m quite a bit younger than I am. My age has finally affected my training though lately. It’s good to hear training focused on aging athletes, longevity, and purposeful, healthy living.
I am 56 now and am excited to push myself as heavy as I can!!!
Great video, I'm always interested in training videos for older men. This year I will turn 72 years old and I'm in probably the best shape of my life in some respects. The human body is a incredible machine if you take good care of it. Your video hits on very valuable tips and concepts that I will incorporate in my daily life, thank you keep up the good work.
That's awesome. More people need to think like you. Keep it up!
What an ironic name
Do you need to take testosterone or naturally?
Glad I'm not the only 72 year old in the gym! The videos are great, excellent explanations and he doesn't ever talk down to you. Despite having been training since school days and working as a gym instructor for a while still stuff to learn. For all of us 70+ guys, let's see how we do at 80+ I reckon we're in with a chance
I’m a 43 yr old female , have been working out for the past 4 yrs and although my muscles are toned , they don’t grow bigger , I can’t gain weight. I’ve noticed that too much protein spikes my insulin levels
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I'm over 50 (52) and love Jeff's videos. I weigh 63 kilos and yesterday was able to bench five sets of 25kg dumbbells. And of course I did face pulls at the end of the workout!
I tend to pre-exhaust the muscle group then do the primary lift. Not only is the pre phase a lighter ‘warm-up’ but I don’t need to use a really heavy weight to get to failure. This makes my super heavy lifting a thing of the past and saves my joints. I’m 52 now.
This sounds like a really good idea. May I ask you to please elaborate? How do you go about pre-exhausting your muscles? What fraction of your primary lift do you lift before the primary lift? How many reps/sets are devoted to pre-exhaustion and how many reps and sets are devoted to the primary lift?
I'm 50 .. I'm using exercise to help my mental recovery . I've lost myself to depression and alcohol.. I found your video inspiring. keep it up .
Hang in there buddy, I hope your felling better now. I find exercise really helps a lot with depression. Especially if you workout at a gym and talk to other people..
I started when I was 103. Now that I am 113 I feel finally some strength gains. Bench went up from 11lbs to 16lbs.
Hold on, are you talking weight or age? Because if age that is very impressive!!
Man, that's amazing as an old man.
I wish I will live to 113 years old.
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I'm a 74 yr old female. I have lost 36 lb in 90 days with KETO IF and weight and resistance band training at home. I have learned so much from you about quality versus quantity and the mind muscle connection. These incites took my workout to whole new level.. I have lost over 20 inches over all. Thank you so much for your highly educational, safety focused and inspiring videos. Blessings to you.
I am 50 years old and started 40 lb overweight. I've got a long journey ahead of me but my goal is to be in the best shape I've ever been in! I have already learned how important nutrition truly is! I'm 2 months into the gym and when I'm eating correctly, I feel great and I look good. On those days when I slide and eat a couple of sandwiches and maybe even some potato chips, I don't feel very well the next day and I look bloated. I have 15 pounds to go to hit my weight Target, and I keep telling myself my celebration for getting there is going to be a small piece of cake and a small bowl of ice cream! By the time I reach that goal I may change my mind but I've sworn off cakes candies chocolate, you know all the good stuff, until I hit 185. Peace and love from Atlanta
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
I have been training very similar to what Jeff is speaking on for more than 30 years. I am 65 years old now and continue training this way. For the past 4 years I've followed Jeff and now am down to my high school weight and more muscular than ever.
This was JUST on my mind. I turned 40 this year and I really appreciate this talk. Thanks Jeff 😁
At 63 turning 64 I had a decision to make. I could let myself go and except old age and death or I could build up resistance. I look 10 to 15 years younger to start with so I thought this is what I have to do. The results have been astounding. Getting off pain killers and making my body my best support, building muscle and strength I didn’t have when I was 20. Thank you for the excellent guidance. This is how I have been doing it and I am encouraged to continue.
You look 70s bro keep it up still
@@truongphoung7100 And you look dead as there's only a cross-like avatar to go with your profile.
I'm a 45 yr old distance runner logging 60 miles per week. The importance of nutrition is so key, and I've started incorporating strength training because I've noticed how much harder it is to build the muscle now from running alone- things start to hurt that never hurt before. With strength training I can still run strong
How is your training going? I have found one of the best approaches for someone in your situation is to train primarily utilizing your bodyweight for resistance. The key, however, is to have the knowledge in order to adequately structure your training plan for the best results. Do you have any specific questions I can help you with?
I’m a 60 year old female and really appreciate these tips
Especially, not turning cardio into a workout before weight training- which would leave me too tired to do all my strength training.
Here are 8 things you need to do. The 8 mistakes discussed in this video are not doing these 8 things.
1. Always warm up first.
2. Avoid turning the warm-up into the workout.
3. Prioritize strength training through progressive overload on the big lifts.
4. Ensure that you own the weight you’re lifting by incorporating paused lifts at every opportunity.
5. Develop and maintain the mind-body connection (pay attention to what you're doing), so that when you move a weight from A to Z, you're always actually using the muscle you're trying to train.
6. Incorporate some metabolic training using lighter weights throughout your workout to reduce post-workout soreness and improve recovery between workouts.
7. Include athletic activities in your workouts such as running, jumping, and agility--skills you'll lose, if not used.
8. Include corrective exercises like face pulls and band pull-apart, to help prevent imbalances that can reduce the benefit from more commonly performed exercises.
Thanks for posting the summary. Didn't have time to listen to the whole thing. Screeshoted your post so I could review later. 👍✌
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I’m 65 and I realized my deltoids needed strengthening. I started doing dumbell presses and felt like I was doing damage. I switched to flies with very light weights and control, just as you recommend here. Unfortunately I developed tendinitis from the heavier weights. I sure wish I’d seen this video a couple of weeks ago! Oh well, learned my lesson. Set my training back a couple of weeks
48 and in pretty good shape. He is right...made the classic mistake of going to heavy for too long. I made a lot of strength gains but took a toll on my joints and tendons. Backing off the load and focusing on getting the most out of every single rep and can feel the difference only two weeks into it.
As a 53yr old who was/is a lifelong competitive athlete (marathons, D1 in two sports, bodybuilding) whose body is breaking down…I soooooo appreciate having discovered your channel. Recently lost 80lbs and getting back to impactful workouts. Watching your stuff ahead of each body part workouts. Much appreciated brother.
In my 60's now, was a gym rat up until almost 50. Weight gain and feeling like crap I decided to do something about it. Glad I found your videos because I was training like I did 20 years ago and it was killing me. Thanks for explaining how to train when over 40, in my case well over 40.
Im 60 people say i look 40ish I think I'm 20-ish and that's how I work out like I'm 20 but the aches and pains of life I feel like I'm 80 thanks Jeff for all the advice
Now i'm older i switched from running to fast walking to lessen the impact on my joints. Its quite effective. Walking as fast as you can for an hour is exhausting. Even on winter evenings i still build up a sweat after only about 10mins and the heart is racing. I find it quite enjoyable and often see other older guys still running who look like they're really suffering. I admire them for their effort but i worry about their joints etc.
19 yrs of injuries and life getting in the way, I'm now healthy enough at 41 to start back at this blessed 'hobby'... thanks for these videos, it gives me hope ❤
Nobody on TH-cam makes as much sense as Jeff!
He tells it straight, no bullshit.
Yes Jeff - to everything you've said here.
I'm 65 and my wife is 55. Thanks for your vids they inform and help greatly..
One suggestion: Cardio - swimming spares the body in every way and helps the breathing immensely
Just need 3 times a week (20-30 minutes per session)
Preach on, brother!
David- Sussi Spriggs great comment. I use jump rope and battle ropes. And Nordic walking.
Lee Haney once said, ”More isn't better. Better is better”.
thats great!
@@danielallen5538 I use this in many aspects of my life. Not just for weights :)
I like that!
"Stimulate not annihilate."
I am 75. 4 11. Healthy not on any medication. One of my young neighbors introduced your workouts. I watch your programs at least 3 hours. I don’t waste my time with other trainers programs as I know for me you are the best going out of the way to explain how to them. If our country follow you they will live long, look good and out of all the unnecessary sicknesses. How do I get all around program to fits me. May God bless you for sharing your knowledge with people like me. Blessings to your family and twins
37 hurt my shoulder trying to get back into shape by lifting the way I did when I was younger. Kinda gave up, thinking maybe I should just accept a dad bod. This video gave me some encouragement to try again, so thanks for making this.
I have a meniscus tear in the knee and a tendon tear in the rotator cuff (supraspinatus). If you get the right physiotherapy advice (only need a few initial sessions to understand what needs to be done), and/or strengthen the muscles around the injured area gradually (so the load on the injured part is reduced), you will get perceptibly better week after week and almost be back to normal. I am 37 too. Am not saying what works for me will work for you, but general rotator cuff strengthening exercises greatly help with the shoulder, and cycling with the legs (stronger quads and hams reduce shock on knee). If I don't do rotator cuff exercises for some days and only keep doing push-ups, the supraspinatus starts to act up, coz tighter pecs are pulling shoulder forward without commensurate balance in the opposite direction. Start very gradually and don't feel embarrassed about it. When I began exercising again after the injury, I warmed up my shoulder with shoulder rotations and some arm swinging, then did just 5 push ups a day. Just 5. Then 7, then 10, then 15, then 20. Am around 30 now. You don't need to join a gym if it's not convenient, or you don't feel strong enough yet. A cheap resistance band around a table leg is what I use for rows and rotator cuff exercises (basically rotating out your arm backwards, plenty of videos on TH-cam including by Jeff). Good luck with it all !
You might try a ketogenic diet. I started about 7 years ago, and no more dad bod. Once I got used to never eating carbs (except some nuts and green vegetables), I look ripped all the time at 52. Its like the fountain of youth when combined with weight training.
@@patrickoconnell59 what's your staples.
I'm WAY over 40. I thought my warm up was walking or biking to the gym. But a few weeks ago, I pulled an upper inner thigh muscle while doing a back squat. Now I have to work around it until it heals. Stretching is important!
Watching this was such a relief to me! I'm 37 and was worried that the way I most enjoy training would be a bad idea as I get older. Turns out, it's exactly what I should be doing. I'll be sure to share with my other friends who are getting close to over the hill as well!
Thanks for these videos. I’m 55 and have always been an active person including running 3 marathons,but I’ve never really done any weightlifting. I’m starting now after putting my 80yr old father in nursing home because he has no strength left. He has done no exercise in the last 20 years and seeing him this way is wake up call for me.
I'm 64 and have gotten great results from Jeff's programs. I'v always worked out since before high school.
Started Jeff's programs in my 60's. Tremendous gains since then. He's the best. Period
A great series by Jeff. I am 73, never any prescriptions, Do everything I can following Jeff. Weight 162, 5 -7, Because of Jeffs expertise, I can perform 15 body weight chinups, & 10 pullups, 60 full body dips, 50 Olympic Barbell curls of 45 lbs at 4 sets. This is just the beginning.
Yeah Right!.
Tell Me Anything. I Have Some Fried 🍦 Ice Cream For Sale.
I’m now finding that high quality sleep and timing of going to bed/waking + quality diet very helpful.
I just found this video. First of all, Athlean-X has got to be the best exercise channel on youtube. Jeff's 'Worst to Best' videos are unmatched, pure gold. On to this one. I'm retired yet I still want to be active and fit. The section of this video titled "Training Like an Athlete" really hit home with me. Some years ago I would go to the gym early at our company to get my workout in before I started my work day. About 5 of us would get there painfully early (for some!) at 5:00 AM. There were two guys there (twin brothers) that I eventually got to know. Their workouts just seemed to be on another level. After getting to know them, I found out that it was because they were always in training for competition, Iron Man, etc. That wasn't my world, but I got something valuable out of watching them and learning from them. I found out that no matter the workout, it could be viewed in we'll say, three ways: 1) as exercise, 2) as a workout, 3) as training. I decided to treat my workouts like training. And when I did, I put something different into each workout, and got something different out of it. That lesson was valuable. It's my reference point. So when Jeff says "Train Like an Athlete" it's not only something to do, it's a concept, it's a way to approach the activity. Hell, I even consider mowing the lawn as part of my training (no, it's NOT a riding mower !). Keep up the great videos, Jeff. And thank you for the content!!
I've just passed mile marker 69...I pretty much took for granted being in decent shape over the years. I was an athlete for most of my younger years. I was a powerlifter and Olympic lifter in my 20's and 30's. There wasn't a time even up to my early 60's that I couldn't drop down and give you 50 quality pushups. In the last 3 years, however, I have experienced a shocking loss of strength overall. I'm still working at a semi-physical job but it has not been effective at keeping the strength loss at bay. In the past two months, I've started weight training and some cardio trying to regain some of what has been lost. I will add that having hip and knee replacement surgeries definitely set me back some. I'm looking for a sensible program that will not cause further injury ( I also have torn rotator cuffs in both shoulders). I'm going to check out Jeff's system and see what's up.
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I’m 36 and work as a designer so I sit at a desk pretty much all day. I started experiencing a lot of hip pain and I began doing 10 minutes of dynamic stretching and active warmups at the beginning of my workouts and the hip pain is gone. Don’t underestimate the value of a good warmup.
I’ve been using my own invented 20 system that’s 20 reps every set on every muscle group. Using a split routine over 5 days a week. Controlled reps and fighting through every session to keep the intensity high. Together with clever eating I continue to gain muscle. Ps I’m 52 this year
I m 38 I started weight lifting again after a 5 year break(boxing training)and i feel stronger than before.Push yourself and you will not regret it!
I actually have fallen in love with morning and evening brisk walks as part of my cardio... at 44 years old and multiple joint injuries from college football I just can’t run like used to. Biking walking and any other low impact cardio has allowed me to keep my weight in check
Low impact cardio for the win. I also think it makes muscle building easier due to lower general stress on the body as well. I like hiking and stairmaster as other two low impact options.
@@lean4ever_ I bought a rowing machine, excellent all round workout. I can't run due to an ankle tendon issue, still waiting to get fixed, but rowing is very beneficial and zero impact.
Thank you so much Jeff for so much useful information. I'm 44 years young and I've followed a very healthy eating habit since around 2000. All these workout tips have been very helpful and I keep on re-watching your videos to keep your tips in mind. You're a true professional, you're a big inspiration for me and I really appreciate a lot what you do. Rock on!
I'm over 60. My "warm up" is 4 cups of coffee.
What a load of rubbish
At 66 and I do a variation of that; a pint of hot water followed by a triple espresso
6 variations on the battle ropes
Side-lying external rotation exercise 3 sets
High-to-low rows
3 sets
Y, front and sides raises over a ball
3 sets
Lastly lie the length of the Foam Roller like a crucifixion for a minute and stretch
Then I’m good to start the weights
make it five
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Your coffee are KILLING Your Gains!!
Loved this video. I’m 52 and appreciated hearing you say it’s more important to have controlled weight vs. number of plates hence why I never GRUNT when I lift. I can’t tell you how many epic fails I’ve seen because of men’s idiotic need to show off lifting way too much and GRUNTING like they are taking a dump. I bench, deadlift, squat 245 lbs. No more. For small muscles I lift to failure weight I can control. At 52 I’m in great shape for my age as I have been doing this for decades. Never got hurt, never damaged any part of my body simply because I did things right from the moment I went from being a gymnast and martial artist to lifting weights. I’ve seen two huge bodybuilders and 3 powerlifters either die, or become quadriplegic. It’s so sad simply because they felt like being Superman when being just a man was enough.
I'm 60 still can do 20 pullups at 190 drop to 183 I managed 30. Keep trying
Way 2 go.. since when you've been lifting?
Great man keep getting stronger. 53 years old here. Not stopping until I die.
@Rob Anonymous Just lift lighter with what is injured or pick another exercise. Work around an injury. 👍
age is really just a number or
Nice Rodney! I am 59 (193lbs) and can do 16 strict pullups (not those ridiculous crossfit things). I did 19 last year and my goal is 20 this season. Keep it up.
Thanks for the pep talk coach!
I just turned 41 and started back on the weights after a 5 year layoff. I'm going to be watching your videos a lot now.
Just turned 60, wished I had access to these videos 30 yrs ago; would've identified imbalances and learned how to avoid injuries that are haunting me a bit today. Cancer survivor and still pushing forward; in the best shape I've been in 40 yrs!
That’s motivating!! All the best to you.
Thanks@Nuno Alexandre
#1 - Turning your warmup into a workout 00:52
#2 - Not pursuing "responsible" strength 02:14
#3 - Forgetting the value of a "mind/muscle connection" 03:33
#4 - Overlooking metabolic training for gains 05:05
#5 - Not training like an athlete 06:52
#6 - Skipping your corrective exercises 08:55
#7 - Doing the wrong kind of cardio 09:35
#8 - Thinking nutrition is just "pretty" important 11:23
I would love to see Jeff on the Joe Rogan podcast
@@ajasen that would be amazing, someone plz make this happen
They would argue about trt the whole time
The fact that he hasn't been already is weird.
maybe Joe has reached out and Jeff turned him down.
Rogan is a shill
@Razamataz h The Rogan bump
Hey Jeff, I am 66 years old and I love working out. I try to eat right but I don’t always. I do struggle with sweets, but I will keep trying , love your videos. Thanks, Kevin.
try to say goodbye to sweets...that's what I did, no more dessert, fresh fruit is my dessert now. 🍌
Jeff - how about a dedicated over 40 plan? - size/ mobility (big one) / stability/ joint care / ‘sparing’ cardio- happy to pay 💰
Kolstyrr, can you do me a favor? I started the 20 rep squat program with some modifications and I can't believe how well it's working for me. Would you be prepared to try it for a month to see how you go? I'm not selling anything, don't have a channel etc but I think I've stumbled onto something and I'd like someone else to test it out. It worked for my brother but he's very similar to me so it's probably not a very good comparison. All I'm doing is one set of 20 reps for squat, dumbell bench press, straight into b o rows with same dumbells, military press, pulldowns, stiff leg deadlifts and finish off with max crunches. Doing Monday Wednesday and Friday. I started with about half my ORM and add 5 lb per workout. I may have started too light on the squat and maybe too heavy on the military press but it's working itself out. I'm close to my max weight for 20 reps on most exercises so adding the 5 lb has slowed from every workout but on some movements I'm doing 20 reps of weight I used to use for 10 reps. I think I'm about 5 lb heavier after approx 8 weeks without changing my diet.
I'm 60 and have trained all my life, never been a giant and never will be but I'm stronger and feeling better than I have in years. I surf on weekends and I think I'm getting through a session in the water much better. I also stretch religiously each morning and night for about 10 minutes. I think it might cover your needs. Please let me know if you're interested and if so, how it works for you. Or anyone else for that matter.
@@littlerubster what about a 48 year old who's fit but never done training?
@@littlerubster I'll try this. I like it
@@jamieyoung2939 Hi Jamie. I wish I'd stumbled upon this much earlier and if you've never lifted I can see you gaining a heap in a short amount of time. One thing I have found lately is I think I have maxed out on most movements. I've added the smallest increment in weight but am struggling to get the 20 reps with the heavier load. I've also changed from 3 days to 2 as the heavier the session, the slower the recovery. I'm thinking about dropping down and starting again about half way between my starting weights and what I'm lifting now, see if I can jump start things.
Anyway, I think, and particularly for a beginner, the light starting weights and the progression are the key. You won't get the numbers exactly right at the beginning but just keep adding those small increments and keep going.
To be honest, I don't think I'm going to get much stronger at my age. Ill give myself another few weeks until I max out again and then do it just once a week with another day or two of different types of lifts. Keep in touch, I'm really interested to see how you go.
@@TheSchmuel Hi Samuel Rogers. I just replied to Jamie Young. Please read that and keep in touch.
I'm 45, and watching your videos has helped me make the nessassary changes to my mental focus and utilize more strategies to get more gain. 💪
"I'm only 28" I hear some of you saying.
Lol it'll feel like next week and you are 40
You can say that again...
Never mind 40 that'll come and go before you blink.
I'm staring down the barrel of 60 now.
Exactly this. Take it from me 😉
Seriously. I am 37 now and find it hard to believe that it's been 20 years since the year
2000.
That’s the truth. For you 20-somethings, one day you’ll be 35 and busy as fuck, diet going to shit, and you wish you could go back 5 years. Thing is, you can. I’m 45 and decided at 40 to cut the bullshit. And women fucking love lean strong guys over 40.
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Jeff what do you make of the beef of the #4liftscompetition
Thanks for the advice. I'm 40 (41 in a few months) and I noticed a bigger drop in recovery time. You can add a 9th mistakes, stop and listen to your body. Less is more. I can run 40K in a week for a month and a half, but then I hurt for a month and can't do sqauts or run. Now 20K with low impack, high intensity is better in the long run.