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!
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
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 the great video. I’m 65 and have been doing your 8 dumbell exercise routine for about a month now and have enjoyed it a lot. I am impressed by your knowledge especially for us older guys. How many repitions do you recommend for each exercise? Also, how many times a week should it be done. Thank you
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!
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.
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.
The BEST apparatus change I have made since I got "older" was going from a full in-home 9 station gym with dumbbells to an off-brand Total Gym (which I bought online used for $60). This is the SAFEST no impact workout giving the most versatile range of movement ever!
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..
I’m 63 and just dramatically improved my nutrition and workout consistency. These dumbbell workouts are great, but while I’m getting stronger and feeling better, I feel like I’m losing too much weight.
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.
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.
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!
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
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
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
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.
I'm looking at yours legs and they don't seem to be too built . As I get older I want to get foundation to stand on and keep my balance while working out . Your legs don't seem to be in proportion to your upper body and arms. Great video!
All that matters is that you are getting back at it! Keep pushing yourself, and we are here to help on your fitness journey. We have a lot of great videos to help you get back into the groove.
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.
@@LiveAnabolic Hi, Thank you for this great video, How many sets of (8-12 reps) are needed for maximum result? any suggestion on the weights of dumbbells?
Hey Gary, your fitness tips and demonstrations are awesome. I am 69 and hv bn floowing #Liveanabooic These tips helped me a lot to keep myself fit with mobility and flexibility. Thanks dear 😊
You also mention growth hormone levels from exercise is that from fasting, or you saying and older man can increase his test and HGH levels from this type of training?
First day impressions:It arrived in a waist high box. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxP26Tir6n60vUkdtn4mbwhRO8cwuJQNy2 Each dumbbell was in its own foam box within the shipping box. Everything was secure and in good shape. No weird smells. The weight changing mechanism is really smooth and straight forward. Changing weight is really fast and easy. Though the handle is plastic, I don't think it will be breaking anytime soon. So far pretty impressed after my first session with them. I was afraid they were going to be too wide at first, but I didn't have any issues with them while doing upright rows.
Gary I’m 57 I’m going back to the gym it’s been 30 years since I’ve been to the gym it’s ok to do cardio on treadmill and bike before dumbbell exercises and how many reps and sets per exercise
Never been a fan of the lunge I've seen many hernia injuries taking your body out of its natural alignment then adding resistance the other exercises are great
@@markwilliams6378 judo classes especially for older men are excellent for relearning your center of balance and they teach you the proper way of how to fall to reduce injury a must have skill as you get older plus learning self defense is excellent plus discipline
Gary, you know I hate you right LOL. those dumb bell rows were my favorite religiously. I want to tell anyone who is not sure about this back excersize true effectiveness. this gave me an incredible back girls would come up to me from the back to see what I look like. what a conversation starter, this is the truth all the way through my 40's (56 now). I have substituted them for cable rows regretibly due to lack of time. after watching this I'm back with rows. it just feels right. P.S. thanks for the leg work instructions this helps with my lack of free time. Let you know in a few months along with the ab calisthenics.
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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!
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
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.
As an older women, I love this full body work! Please lmk how many sets & reps ty
Great routine for me to work with. Thank you! Perhaps I missed it but how many sets and reps do you suggest?
Hi Gary, thank you for these amazing videos!!! I'm turning 68 years old and these videos really help me!!! Thank you!!!
Thank you for the great video. I’m 65 and have been doing your 8 dumbell exercise routine for about a month now and have enjoyed it a lot. I am impressed by your knowledge especially for us older guys. How many repitions do you recommend for each exercise? Also, how many times a week should it be done. Thank you
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!
Thank you for providing excellent advice. I am 70 and find your tips and techniques are very helpful.
Thank you Gary, excellent video. Highly appreciated. God bless 🙏
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.
I liked the video, the clear instructions, and the rationale for each exercise.
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 and informative, thanks man! I'm going to add this group of exercises for certain.
Great, GREAT video --- as a 52 year old man ---- this is vital info. Thank you!
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.
The BEST apparatus change I have made since I got "older" was going from a full in-home 9 station gym with dumbbells to an off-brand Total Gym (which I bought online used for $60). This is the SAFEST no impact workout giving the most versatile range of movement ever!
Very good guidance for balance and strength ,
Many thanks Gary. , for your good help .
Great tips on adjusting grip to lessen shoulder damage. Thanks
Thank you, really clear explanations.😊
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..
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.
I’m 63 and just dramatically improved my nutrition and workout consistency. These dumbbell workouts are great, but while I’m getting stronger and feeling better, I feel like I’m losing too much weight.
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.
Hi Gary I am sixty six and enjoying this workout. Thanks for your time
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.
Balance. That's become an issue for me as I age (72). Glad to hear it may be common, and glad to have the resource here to help.
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!
Great exercises. However, should I do them three times a week, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and rest over the weekend?
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?
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
Thank you for your information
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
Very informative and excellent safety points.
nice sir i needed that im going 50 right now.... thank you. from philippines.
I love the leight weight build muscle video's
What is the recommended sets and reps for each exercise
A good routine. No space for Suitcase Carries in my garage so substituted for Russian Dumbell Twists.
Thx for your information and your time!
Is there a cheat sheet for these exercises? Like a one pager I could pin to the wall that shows each exercise?
Great video. What about calves?
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
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.
Would be nice if you could show dumbbell exercises which did not require a workout bench?
Surfing is great for balance.
I'm looking at yours legs and they don't seem to be too built . As I get older I want to get foundation to stand on and keep my balance while working out . Your legs don't seem to be in proportion to your upper body and arms. Great video!
Great video thanks
My new routine is born. Thanks
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?
I'm 46 this a great workout for me just started getting fit again done nothing for 10 years
All that matters is that you are getting back at it! Keep pushing yourself, and we are here to help on your fitness journey. We have a lot of great videos to help you get back into the groove.
Thank you
Thankl you, very informative. I will appliy your instructions. I am 72 years of age
How much HRT are you on?
Great video. For guys who haven't lifted in years (decades), how many reps/sets do you recommend when starting our?
I'm going to the gym to do this. It seems very maintainable.
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?
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.
Great Workout
Really helpful. Thanks muchly.
Gary - thank you so much. You’re great. I’m committing today. Keep it up.
Awesome video 💪
Do you also train with dumbells?
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.
How often to you recommend doing these 8 routines in your week and should older men be working out 5 days a week?
Hows it going Gary? How many reps and sets should i doing of each of these
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.
i've had both knee's replaced and cannot get as low as you do in you first exercise.
GREAT videos. Love it! Never enjoyed working out before - now I do! =)
How many reps and sets?
Like video what is the best bench for this excersie...Thanks
Thank you so much
How many days a week should I do this
How many sets and reps per exercise???
I would like to Echo Mike Mason here. I'm 71 and would like to workout 5 days a week. Any suggestions?
I'm.67 working out want to use a test supplement,what do you suggest?
Awesome I've got to baby my right shoulder,at 67 feel ok but don't want to hurt anything..lolThanks
Hi Gary really great vid for us older guys thank you. How many reps and sets should we be doing for each excercise? Thank you again. Peace
Hi Glenn. The best rep range for building muscle is 8-12 reps, which I would recommend for these exercises.
@@LiveAnabolic Hi, Thank you for this great video, How many sets of (8-12 reps) are needed for maximum result? any suggestion on the weights of dumbbells?
I may have missed it, but how many sets/reps do you recommend?
Much appreciated!!
Good advice 🤟🇳🇱
Hey Gary, your fitness tips and demonstrations are awesome. I am 69 and hv bn floowing #Liveanabooic These tips helped me a lot to keep myself fit with mobility and flexibility. Thanks dear 😊
im 74 how much weight and how many reps
🤜🤛good video good stuff
I have disc in l4 and l5 can I use these exercises
Cannot do that.....got myself an extreme case of club foot! (the right one)
Please always mention how much the weight of the dumbbell you are using just for information..
You also mention growth hormone levels from exercise is that from fasting, or you saying and older man can increase his test and HGH levels from this type of training?
First day impressions:It arrived in a waist high box. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxP26Tir6n60vUkdtn4mbwhRO8cwuJQNy2 Each dumbbell was in its own foam box within the shipping box. Everything was secure and in good shape. No weird smells. The weight changing mechanism is really smooth and straight forward. Changing weight is really fast and easy. Though the handle is plastic, I don't think it will be breaking anytime soon. So far pretty impressed after my first session with them. I was afraid they were going to be too wide at first, but I didn't have any issues with them while doing upright rows.
How many sets how many reps?
How many sets and reps for each of the 8 exercises
Gary I’m 57 I’m going back to the gym it’s been 30 years since I’ve been to the gym it’s ok to do cardio on treadmill and bike before dumbbell exercises and how many reps and sets per exercise
Never been a fan of the lunge I've seen many hernia injuries taking your body out of its natural alignment then adding resistance the other exercises are great
Me neither but I have balance issues so the lunge is tricky for me. I did them when I was younger though
@@markwilliams6378 judo classes especially for older men are excellent for relearning your center of balance and they teach you the proper way of how to fall to reduce injury a must have skill as you get older plus learning self defense is excellent plus discipline
What weight dumbells
Gary, you know I hate you right LOL. those dumb bell rows were my favorite religiously. I want to tell anyone who is not sure about this back excersize true effectiveness. this gave me an incredible back girls would come up to me from the back to see what I look like. what a conversation starter, this is the truth all the way through my 40's (56 now). I have substituted them for cable rows regretibly due to lack of time. after watching this I'm back with rows. it just feels right.
P.S. thanks for the leg work instructions this helps with my lack of free time. Let you know in a few months along with the ab calisthenics.
LOL, well I try to help as much as I can! Glad to hear about the great results you are getting, keep it up!
Great
How old are you?
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