There are 8 exercises that give you the biggest bang for your buck when using dumbbells only... And in today's new video I'll share each exercise along with the best form so you get maximum results from each movement... Check it out!
Hi Gary, I'm 56 years old man and been workig out for a while. I been following your workouts for a couple of years now and see big improvements. Less injuries and bigger results thank you brother, you are a blessing. Sincerely Bill Gerdvil
You and Mark have the best channel for older guys like me on RUclips. What I really appreciate is how you hone in on what is important and then spend time demonstrating exactly how to achieve the exercises for best results. Thank you both!
Really love the fact that your targeting older cats and utilizing what I've experienced to be the most effective equipment , dumbbells. I would like to see what your recommendations on proper older men pre-workout shoulder warm up. Thank you for the most informative videos.
For Gary: I like your presentations targeted to older men, especially those using dumbbells. I have a suggestion, which could be a benefit for your organization and particularly for your viewers. I don't see any sites that produce exercise instructions that you can PRINT at home. After a dozen or so assorted exercises, you can easily miss an exercise or an important point in the proper execution. You see some brief sketches on gym equipment, for example, but there's usually more to it than that (weight recommendation, body positions, stance, front and side views of posture, # of reps, and so forth). I'd like to be able to print your specific instructions for every exercise so I don't miss any. The drawings wouldn't cost that much, but an exercise chart is worth a thousand words.
Gary thnx a lot. 62 here. Strengthing the lower back is what i need to do. I still climb ladders but over the years I just kinda like let the lower back "go". I just watched you video, and even tried the lowe back glute exercise, WOW , i could feel it. It felt great and I'm planning on doing these a lot more thsn just pushing weights with legs, Thanks
Hello Gary, I’m 53 years old I been watching your videos for about a month now and I really like the dumbbells, light workout. I’ve had surgery on both of my rotator cuffs and about 2 years ago I had cervical fusion C4 to C7. I also tore my ACL on right knee. I been doing some of the exercises you been showing and they are helping… thanks for taking the time for us older guys.
Its so wonderful that you are helping us older guys. Its a perfect workout. Simple and effective and we don't need all kinds of fancy equipment so can do these even on the road. Thank you Gary..much appreciated!
Hi Garry. I wanted to say thank you for all the material you put out. I've been following your "Best Workout To Build Muscle After 50 (Dumbbell Workout Over 50)" for 2 months now. I'm 51 years old 234 lbs now 221lbs. of course I've been watching my macros and I have to say this is the 1st time I did not hurt so bad I couldn't continue. I doing good progress and I just want to thank you for your focus on us all dudes. Much appreciated.
Just subscribed..I'm 56 pretty much in shape and fit but i like your style and the way you attack workouts for the older blokes so my dumbbells are about to get a proper tuning..cheers !
Very helpful, thanks. I’m 60. I stopped going to the gym due to COVID and finally gave up on waiting bought some equipment (dumbbells bench, aerobic machine), and am a few weeks in to getting started again. I’d like some coaching on rest and recovery times and how to design a split schedule accordingly. When going to the gym, I did a three-day rotation, fourth day of rest. Day 1: chest and triceps, Day 2: Back and biceps, Day 3: legs and shoulders. I would do some core work each day. Any suggestions to improve that plan? Related to that is number of exercises per muscle group, number of sets of each, and number of reps per set. I typically do a light weight warmup set of 12 reps focusing on form, then heavier for three sets of 8-10, with goal of approaching failure ( it not getting TO failure and risking injury) by last rep of last set. I’d do two exercises per major muscle, such as RDLs and goblet squats for legs, or alternating curls and concentration curls for biceps. Some general guidelines and suggestions about number of sets and reps per set, as well as how often and how to change up the pattern, would be very, very helpful. Thanks again.
Please keep these videos coming in I’m 61 years old now and my legs are very week now / when I was in my prime I used to leg press 600 lbs in my reps with no problem I didn’t think anything about it, then a body builder came over and said €%^# I can’t even do that much in reps , we went to high school together 1979. Now I tried before the gym closed up and my rep included 175 lbs but could have went a little heavier but for safety reasons no need to push , I give up on the gym opening back up there are others but my wood shop in the back yard is doing fine but don’t have much to work with.
I find that my arms get tired first when I do leg exercises like squats. I'm using a 50 lb adjustable dumbbells on both arms. What am I doing wrong and how do I remedy this? Thankful for all your advice.
Gary, thanks for making this video specifically for all us Dinasaur's out here! Turning 70 next month and this gives me direction. Great job, and well done.
That's awesome Martin! TriCon training is a great way to use lighter weights and still build muscle. It creates more time under tension, while protecting your joints as well! Keep up the great work!
I like this as an all around work out. I'm 63 and always looking for new stuff. How much weight would you recommend? 70% of a 1 rep max? And thank you for all you do
Hi there, coach, nice of you to hsve thus in utube videos, can you tell ne more about the breathing techniques n space in these workouts... Next video, please say something about breathing n resting. Thanks
Hey Gary love your videos very inspiring that's said I'm 55 years old and overall good health is it safe for me to do these exercises 5 days a week being I'll only work with 25 lb dumbbells for my upper body and 40 lb for my lower body
Great workout and I'm glad you're including Romanian deadlifts unlike your buddy on the same site who doesn't seem to like them at all because I truly believe they're essential to really hit the lower back and hamstrings more than what any squat or lunge variation does but if people don't really have the balance or ability to do goblet squats if they're older like you said than they're never gonna be able to do reverse lounges or even split squats because their balance won't be there so for older people in particular or anyone but especially older people and older people new to working out I would definitely recommend goblet squats and Romanian deadlifts that comprise of your 2 lower body exercises personally because you don't really need super amazing balance for either one of them exercises at all compared to any form of lunches where your feet aren't planted evenly or firmly but nonetheless great workout and I admire what you guys do because people need help and encouragement regarding exercising for sure!
Thanks bro, l've been work out 40 plus years, lm 65 years old,and l love your idea for older man exercise lm totally agree..thanks for your info and demonstration..keep up the good work bro..GB..
Good content. Your ongoing messaging on neutral hand position is really important. As a 65 year old with a few surgeries…. Take the pressure off your joints if you can.
I'm 60 and average shape have a physical iob. I've been doing some if your exercises . Love lifting weights .So how often should I workout with weights
I have an issue with my right elbow whenever I do skull crushers or even rope extensions, particularly when I try to increase the weight...any tips on sorting this out, Gary?
What do you think about muscle memory? I haven't worked out for about 10 to 12 years and have always worked out all my life I feel like I am how to shape. The reason why I mentioned 10 to 12 years is because my kids are 12 years old now and I've been slacking off on my workouts any advice
I'm 71 and do each of these exercises. Thank you for the excellent instruction. Is it okay that I workout 5 days a week? I alternate upper body one day and lower body the next. I normally do 3 sets X 10 but once a week I do heavier weight and 3 sets X 7.
@@Scott-lg6jo Scott. I'm retired. I'm a morning person (4:30AM) so I exercise early. After a little rest I start my plan of the day. My hobbies are kayaking and fishing, so I workout with that in mind. When you turn a kayak into the wind to cross the lake you can not stop paddling. Anyone can kayak but it takes endurance to paddle non stop for 30 to 60 minutes. Whatever you do for exercise just stay consistent without hurting yourself. Recovery is a lot slower at our age. Good luck.
Great stuff. What would you say the # of sets should be 2-3 and every 3rd day? I'm 66 Also, have been working out since my 20's. Had rotator cuff surgery about 10 years ago, looking to do enough reps but like to have enough resistance as well. Also do not want to do more weight than necessary to avoid joint inflammation. Suggestion on weight percentages. Thanks for any advice you can offer.
All exercises are very excellent and brilliant sir doing the full body workout and keep it up and keep training hard and be strong always sir and stay safe and stay healthy and be positive and happy always sir
Just came across this section of your video this is something I have been missing out of my workouts have tried the reverse lunges with dumbbells it’s just what I needed and at 74+ it is great thankyou .Looking forward to the results .workout at home but i don’t get lazy thanks again
Excellent exercises and presentation. Just added and slightly altered what I just put together for my restart tomorrow after a 2 year idle time. Don't worry, I've been slowly starting with body weight and bands last couple weeks to get ready. Will start light ...Thanks for your video. 69 almost 70.
I'm almost 72 yrs old and yesterday I managed to get two 100-lb dumbbells for 9 reps on the flat dumbbell bench press. The real difficulty is snapping them up, which puts strain on the back. Some days it's easier to do than others.,
Thanks Gary! I’m back n the gym after 2 years and a hip injury. I’m going to do this workout tomorrow 🤙🏼 I’m 61 and have spent most 9f my life lifting weights and paddling outrigger canoes in Hawai’i.
A lot of the things you've discussed in this video are things I've been neglecting. Like you've been watching me. Definitely incorporating these into my workouts. I'm 60 years old and have started to notice balance issues, and now I think I know why.
Gary, Mike here, age 79 with your 8 DB exercises. How many reps, workout everyday or 3 to 4 days a week with these 8 exercises? I am a golfer and walker when I play, it is !8 holes about 3 times a week when I start golfing in mid April. So I start your DB early January thru April., so I am thinking 10lbs, starting wt., till I feel I am doing correctly all 8 except your "suitcase" walk. Related to my reps, number of days per week, you suggest I am good to go. I am 6'1", 183LBS, and have a 11yr. old artificial right hip, which I do not favor. However I do not run anymore, just walk fast in off season and during summers. THANK YOU!
There are 8 exercises that give you the biggest bang for your buck when using dumbbells only... And in today's new video I'll share each exercise along with the best form so you get maximum results from each movement... Check it out!
How old do you consider an older guy? Enjoyed the video 👍
@@boblynn8464 Anyone older than me. Haha.
Nice video! What brad bench, and weights do u use?
Gary, I'm 78 and been doing several of your videos regularly. My son was out of town for 45 days and when he return he WOW, DAD YOU LOOK AWESOME!
Great Harold!Keep it up!!
Hi Gary, I'm 56 years old man and been workig out for a while. I been following your workouts for a couple of years now and see big improvements. Less injuries and bigger results thank you brother, you are a blessing. Sincerely Bill Gerdvil
You and Mark have the best channel for older guys like me on RUclips. What I really appreciate is how you hone in on what is important and then spend time demonstrating exactly how to achieve the exercises for best results. Thank you both!
This video made my day. I'm a 55 yr old man, your tips are just what I needed. Thanks
Really love the fact that your targeting older cats and utilizing what I've experienced to be the most effective equipment , dumbbells. I would like to see what your recommendations on proper older men pre-workout shoulder warm up. Thank you for the most informative videos.
For Gary: I like your presentations targeted to older men, especially those using dumbbells. I have a suggestion, which could be a benefit for your organization and particularly for your viewers. I don't see any sites that produce exercise instructions that you can PRINT at home. After a dozen or so assorted exercises, you can easily miss an exercise or an important point in the proper execution. You see some brief sketches on gym equipment, for example, but there's usually more to it than that (weight recommendation, body positions, stance, front and side views of posture, # of reps, and so forth). I'd like to be able to print your specific instructions for every exercise so I don't miss any. The drawings wouldn't cost that much, but an exercise chart is worth a thousand words.
My solution to that is pause then screenshot from my phone.
Gary thnx a lot. 62 here. Strengthing the lower back is what i need to do. I still climb ladders but over the years I just kinda like let the lower back "go". I just watched you video, and even tried the lowe back glute exercise, WOW , i could feel it. It felt great and I'm planning on doing these a lot more thsn just pushing weights with legs, Thanks
Hello Gary, I’m 53 years old I been watching your videos for about a month now and I really like the dumbbells, light workout. I’ve had surgery on both of my rotator cuffs and about 2 years ago I had cervical fusion C4 to C7. I also tore my ACL on right knee. I been doing some of the exercises you been showing and they are helping… thanks for taking the time for us older guys.
Great routine for me to work with. Thank you! Perhaps I missed it but how many sets and reps do you suggest?
Its so wonderful that you are helping us older guys. Its a perfect workout. Simple and effective and we don't need all kinds of fancy equipment so can do these even on the road. Thank you Gary..much appreciated!
As an older women, I love this full body work! Please lmk how many sets & reps ty
Appreciate the exercises and demos for the older fellas. Thanks for investing in us.
Hi Garry. I wanted to say thank you for all the material you put out. I've been following your "Best Workout To Build Muscle After 50 (Dumbbell Workout Over 50)" for 2 months now. I'm 51 years old 234 lbs now 221lbs. of course I've been watching my macros and I have to say this is the 1st time I did not hurt so bad I couldn't continue. I doing good progress and I just want to thank you for your focus on us all dudes. Much appreciated.
Thank you for providing excellent advice. I am 70 and find your tips and techniques are very helpful.
Just subscribed..I'm 56 pretty much in shape and fit but i like your style and the way you attack workouts for the older blokes so my dumbbells are about to get a proper tuning..cheers !
Very helpful, thanks. I’m 60. I stopped going to the gym due to COVID and finally gave up on waiting bought some equipment (dumbbells bench, aerobic machine), and am a few weeks in to getting started again. I’d like some coaching on rest and recovery times and how to design a split schedule accordingly. When going to the gym, I did a three-day rotation, fourth day of rest. Day 1: chest and triceps, Day 2: Back and biceps, Day 3: legs and shoulders. I would do some core work each day. Any suggestions to improve that plan?
Related to that is number of exercises per muscle group, number of sets of each, and number of reps per set. I typically do a light weight warmup set of 12 reps focusing on form, then heavier for three sets of 8-10, with goal of approaching failure ( it not getting TO failure and risking injury) by last rep of last set. I’d do two exercises per major muscle, such as RDLs and goblet squats for legs, or alternating curls and concentration curls for biceps. Some general guidelines and suggestions about number of sets and reps per set, as well as how often and how to change up the pattern, would be very, very helpful.
Thanks again.
Hi Gary, thank you for these amazing videos!!! I'm turning 68 years old and these videos really help me!!! Thank you!!!
Please keep these videos coming in I’m 61 years old now and my legs are very week now / when I was in my prime I used to leg press 600 lbs in my reps with no problem I didn’t think anything about it, then a body builder came over and said €%^# I can’t even do that much in reps , we went to high school together 1979. Now I tried before the gym closed up and my rep included 175 lbs but could have went a little heavier but for safety reasons no need to push , I give up on the gym opening back up there are others but my wood shop in the back yard is doing fine but don’t have much to work with.
I find that my arms get tired first when I do leg exercises like squats. I'm using a 50 lb adjustable dumbbells on both arms. What am I doing wrong and how do I remedy this? Thankful for all your advice.
Great video...My only question is how many reps and sets do you recommend?
Thank you Gary, excellent video. Highly appreciated. God bless 🙏
Excellent Gary! I like the inficence on balance and core strength. Thanks.
Gary, thanks for making this video specifically for all us Dinasaur's out here! Turning 70 next month and this gives me direction. Great job, and well done.
Very helpful and informative, thanks man! I'm going to add this group of exercises for certain.
Very good guidance for balance and strength ,
Many thanks Gary. , for your good help .
How many times do you do the suitcase carry? Do you do calve work?
Great video Gary,
did the 8 exercises times 3 sets of 9-14 reps employing tricon 🙏🙇♀️
That's awesome Martin! TriCon training is a great way to use lighter weights and still build muscle. It creates more time under tension, while protecting your joints as well! Keep up the great work!
I liked the video, the clear instructions, and the rationale for each exercise.
Gary, great sequence. Even in 70s, diabetic and partial amputation, I think these are possible. Balance is the issue. Will start slow with lunges.
Great content a full body workout explained what I've been looking for 👍👍
I'd like to see a video on what exercises you do & recommend for your neck! That's something we hardly EVER see on a body building channel, if ever.
I like this as an all around work out. I'm 63 and always looking for new stuff. How much weight would you recommend? 70% of a 1 rep max? And thank you for all you do
Hi there, coach, nice of you to hsve thus in utube videos, can you tell ne more about the breathing techniques n space in these workouts... Next video, please say something about breathing n resting. Thanks
do you guys show workouts just for the neck, that has always been an area that I would like to improve on
Hi Gary, What are the reps and sets totals for each exercise and do you do all the exercises in one workout (Full Body)? Thanks!
What richwalter3132 said ^
Great tips on adjusting grip to lessen shoulder damage. Thanks
Hey Gary love your videos very inspiring that's said I'm 55 years old and overall good health is it safe for me to do these exercises 5 days a week being I'll only work with 25 lb dumbbells for my upper body and 40 lb for my lower body
Left knee replacement @ 49 & now 61. Best way to adjust the lunges so as not o put undo pressure on that knee?
Only 1 I had done is "alternating bicep curl" ... will incorporate others into my weekly regimen. Great video!
Mr.Gary, I am following your presentation s , but I like to know the day wise exercise chart in a week, please provide me, thanking you.
Great workout and I'm glad you're including Romanian deadlifts unlike your buddy on the same site who doesn't seem to like them at all because I truly believe they're essential to really hit the lower back and hamstrings more than what any squat or lunge variation does but if people don't really have the balance or ability to do goblet squats if they're older like you said than they're never gonna be able to do reverse lounges or even split squats because their balance won't be there so for older people in particular or anyone but especially older people and older people new to working out I would definitely recommend goblet squats and Romanian deadlifts that comprise of your 2 lower body exercises personally because you don't really need super amazing balance for either one of them exercises at all compared to any form of lunches where your feet aren't planted evenly or firmly but nonetheless great workout and I admire what you guys do because people need help and encouragement regarding exercising for sure!
Excellent Gary. I am 69 yrs old. I want to start all these 8 exercises from tomorrow. Do I have to practice daily or 3-4 times a week?
How many reps and sets are recommended?
Same pair of DB (I mean weight) for all exercises? Could you suggest a weight (resistance) range for men of average build? Thank you.
Thanks bro, l've been work out 40 plus years, lm 65 years old,and l love your idea for older man exercise lm totally agree..thanks for your info and demonstration..keep up the good work bro..GB..
Loved this. I am using it regularly.
How do the compound set. Do I do all five movement as one set or each muscle group independently?
Thank you, really clear explanations.😊
Very informative and excellent safety points.
Great video. For guys who haven't lifted in years (decades), how many reps/sets do you recommend when starting our?
What is the recommended sets and reps for each exercise
you gve 8 how many sets and reps do you do and do you do all 8 for a workout ?
Good content. Your ongoing messaging on neutral hand position is really important. As a 65 year old with a few surgeries…. Take the pressure off your joints if you can.
Like video what is the best bench for this excersie...Thanks
I'm 60 and average shape have a physical iob. I've been doing some if your exercises . Love lifting weights .So how often should I workout with weights
Mujhe bahut achha Lga me apko follow karne Lag gya hu I'm 55years old Please diet or bataye
I have an issue with my right elbow whenever I do skull crushers or even rope extensions, particularly when I try to increase the weight...any tips on sorting this out, Gary?
Me too
Hows it going Gary? How many reps and sets should i doing of each of these
Hi Gary I am sixty six and enjoying this workout. Thanks for your time
Fantastico trabajo, ya tengo los 70 años y sigo trabajando con tus videos, muchas gracias
Gracias, Jose. Sigue trabajando duro!
What do you think about muscle memory? I haven't worked out for about 10 to 12 years and have always worked out all my life I feel like I am how to shape. The reason why I mentioned 10 to 12 years is because my kids are 12 years old now and I've been slacking off on my workouts any advice
I'm.67 working out want to use a test supplement,what do you suggest?
Thank you for your information
nice sir i needed that im going 50 right now.... thank you. from philippines.
How much HRT are you on?
I'm 71 and do each of these exercises. Thank you for the excellent instruction. Is it okay that I workout 5 days a week? I alternate upper body one day and lower body the next. I normally do 3 sets X 10 but once a week I do heavier weight and 3 sets X 7.
I would like to Echo Mike Mason here. I'm 71 and would like to workout 5 days a week. Any suggestions?
@@Scott-lg6jo Scott. I'm retired. I'm a morning person (4:30AM) so I exercise early. After a little rest I start my plan of the day. My hobbies are kayaking and fishing, so I workout with that in mind. When you turn a kayak into the wind to cross the lake you can not stop paddling. Anyone can kayak but it takes endurance to paddle non stop for 30 to 60 minutes. Whatever you do for exercise just stay consistent without hurting yourself. Recovery is a lot slower at our age. Good luck.
Great stuff. What would you say the # of sets should be 2-3 and every 3rd day? I'm 66
Also, have been working out since my 20's. Had rotator cuff surgery about 10 years ago, looking to do enough reps but like to have enough resistance as well. Also do not want to do more weight than necessary to avoid joint inflammation. Suggestion on weight percentages. Thanks for any advice you can offer.
Hi Gary. Just wondering how much weight would you recommend starting with. I’m 5’3 and 176 lb of solid build.
Great, GREAT video --- as a 52 year old man ---- this is vital info. Thank you!
Garry, I am 65 , and I am a follower of your physical exercise with dumbbells.
Now I like to know how can I develope my cheek muscles.
Hello, Do you also use kettlebells for these same exercises?
All exercises are very excellent and brilliant sir doing the full body workout and keep it up and keep training hard and be strong always sir and stay safe and stay healthy and be positive and happy always sir
Just came across this section of your video this is something I have been missing out of my workouts have tried the reverse lunges with dumbbells it’s just what I needed and at 74+ it is great thankyou .Looking forward to the results .workout at home but i don’t get lazy thanks again
Great exercises. However, should I do them three times a week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and rest over the weekend?
Excellent exercises and presentation. Just added and slightly altered what I just put together for my restart tomorrow after a 2 year idle time. Don't worry, I've been slowly starting with body weight and bands last couple weeks to get ready. Will start light ...Thanks for your video. 69 almost 70.
did you mention anything about the number of reps/sets?
I would like to hear LA comment about reps/sets. It is possible to be doing too little or too much.
Can say what size of dumbbells to use in these exercises and what's your definition (for the purpose of the videos) of older men?
Good instructor. I am 70 years old and feel fit but I need to try out these exercises.
How many reps and sets do you recommend for a 65 intermediate lifter?
I'm almost 72 yrs old and yesterday I managed to get two 100-lb dumbbells for 9 reps on the flat dumbbell bench press. The real difficulty is snapping them up, which puts strain on the back. Some days it's easier to do than others.,
76 years old,and lifting heavy.
Need to make a change.Your
teaching should fit the bill!
Thank you!
Thanks Gary! I’m back n the gym after 2 years and a hip injury. I’m going to do this workout tomorrow 🤙🏼 I’m 61 and have spent most 9f my life lifting weights and paddling outrigger canoes in Hawai’i.
How do you recommend doing these? In sets of 3-5 each, then repeat, or work through the entire circuit of all, then another round of all?
Thx for your information and your time!
A lot of the things you've discussed in this video are things I've been neglecting. Like you've been watching me. Definitely incorporating these into my workouts. I'm 60 years old and have started to notice balance issues, and now I think I know why.
I’m older and a beginner how many reps of each exercise and how many set should i shoot for?
I agree, love the DB videos. Great video with wonderful explanations throughout m. Thank you for the explanations between exercises 🙏🏻
Glad you like our DB videos! They are a great piece of equipment to use whether you are working out at home or at the gym.
Great video. What about calves?
What weight do you recommend on dumbells?
Gary - thank you so much. You’re great. I’m committing today. Keep it up.
I may have missed it, but how many sets/reps do you recommend?
Good helpful content…traditional effective exercises with slight modifications to avoid injuries. What about good TRX workouts?
Gary, Mike here, age 79 with your 8 DB exercises. How many reps, workout everyday or 3
to 4 days a week with these 8 exercises? I am a golfer and walker when I play, it is !8 holes about 3 times a week when I start golfing in mid April. So I start your DB early January thru April., so I am thinking 10lbs, starting wt., till I feel I am doing correctly all 8 except your "suitcase" walk. Related to my reps, number of days per week, you suggest I am good to go. I am 6'1", 183LBS, and have a 11yr. old artificial right hip, which I do not favor. However I do not run anymore, just walk fast in off season and during summers. THANK YOU!
thank you for the work you have done putting together this great video
Great video thanks
GREAT videos. Love it! Never enjoyed working out before - now I do! =)
For Gary.....would you recommend these exercises for older women in her late 70s.
Thanks Gary I needed a whole body workout for Friday and this one is perfect 👍🏼
how many reps per exercise the exercises look good
How much weight the Dum bells used here?