I am 71yrs old. And started swinging the mace and heavy clubs this past January. I had shoulder surgery two years ago and traditional weight training wasn’t helping with my mobility. I now swing a 20# mace 100 rotations every morning. 50 to the right, 50 left. I warm up with a single arm 5# Indian club 60 reps, a 10# club 40 reps, and finish with an 18# club 40 reps, inside and outside throwing patterns. My shoulders haven’t felt this good in decades. I finish my workout with a series pull-ups, push-ups and kettlebell swings. All before heading off to work. I will be adding 5# to the mace this month. My goal is to swing a 35# mace non stop, alternating directions for ten minutes non stop. I am 6’ tall and weigh 195#.
Wow! I’m genuinely inspired by your story. At 71, you're not just maintaining, you're still getting stronger and improving your mobility-swinging mace and clubs like a real man! It’s amazing to hear how the combination of mace training and club work has brought back mobility to your shoulders after surgery. My dad rehabbed both his shoulder replacements with clubs and maces as well. You’re proof that age is just a number when you’re willing to put in the work and prioritize your health. Proud to have you as part of the community, and I can’t wait to hear when you hit that 100 mark with the 25# mace! Respect, my friend! 💪
@@MACEMethod Today will be my first day with 25# mace. It is HEAVY! A word of warning - you better have a strong core if you are going to try the heavy mace! Probably going to start at 40-50 reps.
So I swung the 25# mace this morning. After all my single arm work, I started with 50 reps of what you call 360’s with my 20# club. I know it as shield cast. Then 25 reps each direction with the 25# mace. The 20# is easy, but the 25# gassed me. And I can feel it from top to bottom tonight! We’ll see how I feel tomorrow. Been a gym rat most of my life and this is the best training method I have ever found. Wish I had discovered it years ago.
Got a mace I swung it and i developed tendonitis on my inner elbow. I’ve had it for a year now and it won’t go away. My suggestion to a beginner is don’t use too heavy if a weight.
Ahh that stinks, golfers elbow is no fun. A good Physical Therapist could help you out with that. Agree with the beginner starting weight, 10lbs is plenty enough.
I am just starting, but went out and bought a 10lb sledgehammer. I dont have alot of cash so i do what i can. Your instructions are more than most give. Thank you for your video i how tonsee and learn more from you.
@@Andrious777 I live on an island in the Caribbean so importing would be xtremely costly, so, 4" pvc pipe, cement and 1"aluminium pipe for handle +1"end cap to avoid slippage and "presto" = home made mace/gada,....along with some short clubs from 3" pvc, all weighing from 7lbs to 20lbs
I have just started to do it, using my own DIY macebell, this is the 5th video from various youtuber, and this is far the best explanation and demonstration of the excercise, many thanks and congrats for the content :)
Thanks for the video! What weight would you recommend for a beginner? I have been weightlifting for about 5 years now, im think 10lbs or 15? Which one do you think I would get the most out of?
Hey man, these are great instructions on getting 360s going. I've been nervous about trying them. Also, great presentation and great looking video as well. Nice set/decor. Really pops.
I really appreciate your saying that man. I'm glad to hear it was helpful for you. Are there any other exercise or movement instructions you'd like to see?
Ya I like the mace cause it can be more of a full body or works several parts. I got a concept 2 rower cause it’s good cardio if I want or endurance but it works several parts of the body at home. I did cross fit at college and loved the gym, but there’s not a close one where I live so I try to workout at home. I think especially after the rona a lot of people had to start working out at home and maybe kept that practice.
I am 5’11, 200lb. Calisthenic background. Mostly dips, muscleups, pull ups… what is the recommended weight for my first mace. Many thanks! Great content hermanoo!!!!
10lb mace is the way to go. I'd say spend at least 3 months with the 10lb before going up to a 15lb. This will be a great addition to your training 💪😎👌
I have lumbar and cervical osteoarthritis, stenosis. Would single arm mace training be better? I do both arms but I feel it kinda aggrivates my issues or maybe need time to adjust?
Single arm mace work would probably work better for you because of the limitations. A lighter Steel Mace around 7 or 5 lbs would work good or even some 10 or 5 lbs steel clubs would do good as well! Best of luck and way to be proactive despite those obstacles!
Very happy I found ya channel! Whats funny is, i only seen one other video, and just asked on that one, can I used a sledgehammer as was a little cheaper than the mace... then see this video lol 😅 🫡
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I am 71yrs old. And started swinging the mace and heavy clubs this past January. I had shoulder surgery two years ago and traditional weight training wasn’t helping with my mobility. I now swing a 20# mace 100 rotations every morning. 50 to the right, 50 left. I warm up with a single arm 5# Indian club 60 reps, a 10# club 40 reps, and finish with an 18# club 40 reps, inside and outside throwing patterns. My shoulders haven’t felt this good in decades. I finish my workout with a series pull-ups, push-ups and kettlebell swings. All before heading off to work. I will be adding 5# to the mace this month. My goal is to swing a 35# mace non stop, alternating directions for ten minutes non stop. I am 6’ tall and weigh 195#.
Wow! I’m genuinely inspired by your story. At 71, you're not just maintaining, you're still getting stronger and improving your mobility-swinging mace and clubs like a real man! It’s amazing to hear how the combination of mace training and club work has brought back mobility to your shoulders after surgery. My dad rehabbed both his shoulder replacements with clubs and maces as well.
You’re proof that age is just a number when you’re willing to put in the work and prioritize your health. Proud to have you as part of the community, and I can’t wait to hear when you hit that 100 mark with the 25# mace! Respect, my friend! 💪
@@MACEMethod Today will be my first day with 25# mace. It is HEAVY! A word of warning - you better have a strong core if you are going to try the heavy mace! Probably going to start at 40-50 reps.
So I swung the 25# mace this morning. After all my single arm work, I started with 50 reps of what you call 360’s with my 20# club. I know it as shield cast. Then 25 reps each direction with the 25# mace. The 20# is easy, but the 25# gassed me. And I can feel it from top to bottom tonight! We’ll see how I feel tomorrow.
Been a gym rat most of my life and this is the best training method I have ever found. Wish I had discovered it years ago.
Wow! That's just well I am wonderstruck!
What an inspiration
@@BillIvy-d3g a strong core for sure! 25lb Mace is no joke!
Got a mace I swung it and i developed tendonitis on my inner elbow. I’ve had it for a year now and it won’t go away. My suggestion to a beginner is don’t use too heavy if a weight.
Ahh that stinks, golfers elbow is no fun. A good Physical Therapist could help you out with that. Agree with the beginner starting weight, 10lbs is plenty enough.
I am just starting, but went out and bought a 10lb sledgehammer. I dont have alot of cash so i do what i can. Your instructions are more than most give. Thank you for your video i how tonsee and learn more from you.
Awesome man, I started with a sledgehammer as well. Thanks for the comment and glad to have you here! 💪😎🤙
@MACEMethod just bought 95 lbs of dumbell weights for 40 dollars and built a diy macebell and swinging already
@@Andrious777 I live on an island in the Caribbean so importing would be xtremely costly, so, 4" pvc pipe, cement and 1"aluminium pipe for handle +1"end cap to avoid slippage and "presto" = home made mace/gada,....along with some short clubs from 3" pvc, all weighing from 7lbs to 20lbs
@Andrious777 that's awesome dude!
@@FredOdle-im8qm nice! I like that, no excuse! Cheers!
Now this is cool. I just barely "discovered" this today, but I want to try this. Thx for making the video.
Awesome man, glad you liked it! You're welcome!
I have just started to do it, using my own DIY macebell, this is the 5th video from various youtuber, and this is far the best explanation and demonstration of the excercise, many thanks and congrats for the content :)
Right on brother! Congrats on just starting out with your DIY mace and glad I could be of help to you! 💪😎🤜🤛
Thanks for the video! What weight would you recommend for a beginner? I have been weightlifting for about 5 years now, im think 10lbs or 15? Which one do you think I would get the most out of?
Hey man, these are great instructions on getting 360s going. I've been nervous about trying them. Also, great presentation and great looking video as well. Nice set/decor. Really pops.
I really appreciate your saying that man. I'm glad to hear it was helpful for you.
Are there any other exercise or movement instructions you'd like to see?
I swing heavy clubs (following Mark Wildman's program) but I'm thinking of moving onto maces. The cues you suggest for the swing are excellent!
Awesome man, I started with clubs then moved to a mace. So much more can be done with a mace! Thanks for the comment!
Ya I like the mace cause it can be more of a full body or works several parts. I got a concept 2 rower cause it’s good cardio if I want or endurance but it works several parts of the body at home. I did cross fit at college and loved the gym, but there’s not a close one where I live so I try to workout at home. I think especially after the rona a lot of people had to start working out at home and maybe kept that practice.
For sure man, it's super efficient and doesn't take as much time nor break down our body like CrossFit! Glad to have you here bro!
Awesome
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I am 5’11, 200lb. Calisthenic background. Mostly dips, muscleups, pull ups… what is the recommended weight for my first mace. Many thanks! Great content hermanoo!!!!
Go with a 10 pound. Doesn't seem like much, but it will test you.
10lb mace is the way to go. I'd say spend at least 3 months with the 10lb before going up to a 15lb. This will be a great addition to your training 💪😎👌
Many thanks!!!, will buy a 10lb right away and start with your follow along videos!!!
Great video !
Thanks!
Does it matter how much the mace weighs or should we use a certain type of mace
For most guys, a 10 lb mace is the best to start with. And make sure the length is around 39-40 inches long.
@@MACEMethodthanks for the tip I'll be sure to remember that 😎🤟🏻✌🏻
Also… mace training can prepare us for medieval combat ⚔️
Haha, yes!
I have lumbar and cervical osteoarthritis, stenosis. Would single arm mace training be better? I do both arms but I feel it kinda aggrivates my issues or maybe need time to adjust?
Single arm mace work would probably work better for you because of the limitations. A lighter Steel Mace around 7 or 5 lbs would work good or even some 10 or 5 lbs steel clubs would do good as well! Best of luck and way to be proactive despite those obstacles!
Yeah I figured, thanks. I'll definitely invest in some clubs too.
Turn down your background music.
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Could you use a sledge hammer ?...
For sure! It's a great way to start and feel how it works. But a mace will always be best! I started with a sledgehammer myself! 💪
Thanks will give it a go ...
Not for nothing it’s good for the car bc it’s a self defense weapon in a pinch.
😄 for sure
Very happy I found ya channel! Whats funny is, i only seen one other video, and just asked on that one, can I used a sledgehammer as was a little cheaper than the mace... then see this video lol 😅 🫡