10 Myths that Keep You From Getting Fit After 50
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- People say the stupidest things about strength training after fifty. Sully takes down 10 of the Stupidest! Don't let mythology keep you from getting strong and fit at any age!
Most of these myths fall into a few overall categories: Strength training is dangerous. It will make you inflexible and muscle bound. It will cause tissue and joint damage. You should do cardio instead. It will flog your blood pressure. And it's too late for you, anyway.
NONE of this is true. Strength training, as outlined in The Barbell Prescription and Starting Strength, is the exercise prescription of choice for strong, healthy aging, for metabolic disease and diabetes, for osteoporosis, for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, and for the loss of mobility and strength. Find out why.
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This is beautiful. The amount of helpful, accurate and truly valuable information in this 15 minute video is astounding. I can't tell you how many times I've defended/rebutted almost every single one of these myths... and still get push back. Excellent work!!!
Thank you!
If you get pushback, just whip off your shirt. When they see your physique, their arguments are DONE, based on your profile pic.
Audio is TOO SOFT ?
@@cp_pdn Audio is messed up. Our fault. New equipment. We're working on it.
@@GreySteel . . . VOICE was on One Side (Left) ONLY; occasionally heard Sound Effects in Right (or both L/R)
I never did any type of strength training until I was 59 years old. I turned 65 yesterday and I'm stronger than I have ever been. 225 bench, 150 strict overhead press, 285 full depth squat, and a 345 trap bar deadlift. I may not set any records with these numbers but I'll go into my 70's strong and healthy. Who knows what my numbers will be then!
They may be close to records
: / ACTUALLY NO WESLEY!! YOU WILL GIVE YOURSELF A HEART ATTACK OR STROKE IF YOU CONTINUE LIFTING THOSE NUMBERS! INFACT, IM CERTAIN YOU ARE NOT LIFTING EVEN HALF OF THOSE WEIGHTS IF YOU ARE 65! NO NEED TO BE DISHONEST! YOU DONT WANT TO ENCOURAGE OTHER PEOPLE OF THAT OR ANY AGE FOR THAT MATTER, TO BE LIFTING HEAVY WEIGHTS LIKE THOSE! THAT IS JUST TOO MUCH STRAIN ON THE HEART, JOINTS, TENDONS, NERVES AND MUSCLES! ( AND VERTABRAE )
@@rockybalboa2526 HaHaHa. OK. Whatever. I don't need to convince you. But for all of the others out there striving to be their very best, keep at it. You can do more than you realize. But I feel even better about my numbers now that you seem to think they are so unachievable.
@@joelandersonphoto Not really. If you search for powerlifting totals in the 65 year old category at 200 pounds you will see some very impressive numbers.
You have inspired me Wesley! Thank you, just getting started at the age of 60......
I'll be 73 yrs old in a few weeks, and I can still bench press 300 lbs. I hear an occasional comment that I should tone it down at my age (risks, etc.), but that number gives me BOTH physical AND psychological satisfaction. I'm still struggling to get to 315 (another milestone). i reached 312 a few months ago, hurt my shoulder doing "negatives' with 335, but I'm climbing back up again. It's not just a number for me. It's symbolic: I'm still n the "Game."
That comment brought me back to life
Thanks
wow thats heavy! my best was 400 at age 29 at 183 lbs but um....
I cheeated with u know what...but not long enough to do long term dmage. It got me over the 365 hump....Now im 160 lbs fighting sarcopenia at 71.
What's your cycle how many mg per week
@@petershanle9675Never drugs, needles, "supplements" or anything else. That's one of the reasons I still can do what I do. If you compete against others as a bodybuilder or power lifter you're forced to do that crap because everyone else uses that artificial advantage. My only competition is myself. I don't need to pollute my body to do that.
I didn't have to start lifting, I have never stopped. 82 now and love it as much as I ever did. I have had to make some adjustments in the weights, and my goals have changed a little, but I still look forward to every W/O. I love the side effects. No meds, Blood pressure 108/65, and can still do things I could do when I was 20. I'm addicted. Thank you sir.
How about your testestorane level
@@tasmiasworld8110 I don't know. I am still able to do what I like to do, albeit not as strong as I once was. Longevity is my priority these days. I think muscle is important to that end.
67 year old male. Widowed in 21 (loved that woman more than my own life, btw). My favorite fitting shirt is a Calvin Klein in the slim fit. I sleep through the night, no indigestion, no shortness of breath under normal day to day, etc. Modern statistics tell us that there is simply nothing that compares to exercise (to include strength training) when it comes to improving our odds for a long and healthy life.
All thanks to regular weight training. And thanks to a good God who lends us our daily breath!
God "lends" us our daily breath?? *CRINGE "loved that woman more than your own life???" *CRINGE* Your'e not supposed Ito worship the flesh whilst claiming to believe in God. The "good" God gave you life and you love a female MORE than the life that God gave you? Pietist!
Your last sentence is the most important. God cares for his own.
I am 79 years old, and will be 80 in September, a former career Marine who has been doing a modified 5's routine for over 20 years. I can attest to the effectiveness of strength training. Just one example is a total cholesterol count of 110 at my last blood analysis.
My routine consists of the following:
Bench press
Squats
Dead lifts
Bent rows
Overhead press
Farmers Carry
I also do concentrate curls and skull crusher isolated sets as an adjunct to the compound exercises.
Obviously, I am a big fan of strength training. As an aside I do use a treadmill for my cardio workout.
I hope my comments are helpful.
Excellent information and video.
You might be interested to know that the gentleman in this video is also a former Marine.
Urrrah! I'm 64 and also train similarly. Regrouped at 60 from having let myself go to 245 and a 40 waist with 40% body fat across time. Started strength training and got down to 200 and 34 waist by 61 and 20% body fat. Felt too light. Have sustained 210 25% body fat across three years and 36 waist at 5' 11". Even with herniated L5. Actually feels better and have reduced the bulge.
right on! I love doing farmer walk with trapbar
Semper fi ... way to go
How does the overhead press differ from the military press?
I have trained for most of my life but at 72 genetic heart disease that hit my dad and brothers at 50 caught up to me. I could no longer train as I had because of the angina pain. I knew I was going to have a bypass done and wanted to be fit to handle the surgery and recovery. My trainer switched me to strictly lifting. Nine months after my quadruple bypass I set Masters 4 Powerlifting national records. I'm now eighty and after some setbacks (long story) am back in the gym.
Amazing! Kudos 💪
57 here, lifted throughout my years until 40, allowed life to get in the way between 40 - 56 ... back into lifting, seven months now. Best shape, condition and strength I've ever had, plus the mental benefits are tremendous! Great vid!
Ditto
awesome! Exact same as me! I am just about to get back into it, hopefully I will have some good results as you did! Keep liftin
57 also.7 months training too.Hadnt lifted since 32.
NZ 🇳🇿
Sully, you are doing much more good than you will ever know!!! You are so supportive and motivating (not to mention hilarious---in your own special way). I'm so glad I found you (Rip was starting to drive me crazy).
😅😅 that where I'm at. Right on of age Brackett. Wow not alone.
UPDATE - Did a 230 pound bench on Saturday. Touch the chest. My wife was concerned that the weight was getting too heavy. Good form is the key. As long as your form is good there is very little danger of injury. My half rack does have the safety bars and they are ALWAYS in place. She asked if I thought I would ever quit lifting. Why would I want to do that? Hang in there all of you men of age.
I have never lifted before and I'm 52 years old. Can I still build noticeable muscle if I start now?
@@crmille1 You can absolutely build muscle at any age! I am 53 and still growing.
@@crmille1 Absolutely! At 52, you're just a kid! I started at 59 and just turned 60 recently. No problems adding noticeable muscle, and especially strength. And I've done it all natural, no TRT or any other PEDs. Just watching my diet, ensuring I get enough protein and 2.5-5mg of creatine daily. I also have the added benefit of the time to train 4x-6x per week, depending on what my body tells me.
Did u notice any hair loss with the creatine?
@@scartinojoseph1407 no side effects except fuller muscles and more strength, really.
The biggest mind blower for me is people talking like 50 to 60 is old. Get over it. Thanks for the video.
After many years of trying, due to the covid closures, I was finally able to convince my mother to do a little "exercise" with me. I started my 80 year old mother on backyard "CrossFit", all no-impact, with very little equipment, twice a week, and three months later she took first place in the World in the CF Open for 79+. She had no fitness background, for decades had only been walking for exercise (and a little flailing about at the globo gym), had surgeries on both knees, sciatica, dizzy, bum shoulder, sub-optimal diet, overweight, etc. She was very resistant and had a bad attitude, but when she saw improvements in every aspect of her health and fitness, energy, appearance, posture, balance, etc., and got tons of compliments and interest from peers, friends, neighbors (granny in the driveway powerlifting and olympic lifting with the bumper plates haha!)...and progress on her lifts and the scale...she saw the light and started loving her achievements!
I loveeeee this! Go Granny from 1 granny to another!💪🏾
so cool
@@deedeeasten Awesome...thanks Dee Dee!
@@johndoes461 Thanks Tom!!
Which covid closures? With some bottles of water you can even do some 80+ years old training in the living room. Just be inventive.
Love this video, I am 70 years old now,strenght training with weights always been in my blood, Lord willing I will train till the day I pass this life,my goal in life is to be a great inspiration for the world
Fantastic! Love those videos at the end! ❤
I started working out at 46 when I was still obese. At first, I whined and cried and prayed, "Oh God please help me!" through every workout.
Seven years later I am the most fit I have ever been and can tell you that my life is SO much better now. ❤
THANK YOU for sharing that.
Ditto! Started iudo at 46, now I am 54, I agree with everything in the video.
At 72 - four months ago - I lifted my heaviest *ever* deadlift - and I've been deadlifting for 30 years. 2.8 times my body weight.
I agree with everything you say in this video, Sully - based on my personal experience.
Thanks for the feedback, and CONGRATS on that dead PR!
@@GreySteel Yep. The idea that getting old=getting weaker is just one outrageous lie. I am old too, but when I get into the gym I don't tell my muscles.
2.8 x bodyweight! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
That's phenomenal!!
Love guys in their 70’s still lifting 🤙💪🏽
65yo sedentary obese lady here: This dude had me when he pushed his logo off the screen. And I learned new words to add to my vocabulary, too. My knees aren't yet convinced I could ultimately pull off a squat, bu t I'm intrigued enough to subscribe and follow more content.
Thanks for posting these videos Dr Sullivan. I’m a 62 year old former competitive bodybuilder recently retired from my job after 44 years. I’ve been lifting weights since age 12 and I’m looking forward to maintaining my strength and mobility well into my old age.
Keep spreading the good word! 💯👊
Im 38 watching this....one of the biggest worries is what happens when I get to certain ages. This just blows all my worries out the window and gets me excited to be the best I can be now...while I know I can be the best I can be years from now. Outstanding video and thank you!
Start now.
37 here and SAME!! Society has taught us that our 20s-40s are our prime and that life just goes downhill from there. What toxic misinformation I’m seeing now! It’s SO exciting to see all of the wonderful comments. Y’all are so inspiring! Gonna get to work now!
Great video. My mother was getting frail in her later years. Fractured her hip which really set her back. The hospital sent people to our home for some rehab but did not include weight training and just using her own body weight to do squats etc. I myself have been strength training with weights for over 30 years and have a great gym set up in my basement. I trained mom mainly on the multi station gym. Some free weight training but not too heavy. At first she was stubborn saying it was a waste of time and would not achieve anything. Every session we did she got better and sometimes I couldn't stop her after we got to the max rep and she would go on and and bang out 20 reps instead of 6-10. She enjoyed it so much. Her mobility improved and the major one that you did not mention in your video was her mental health. Aftet each session she had such a spring in her step and went on to completing her home duties like she was 20 years younger. Due to an underlying health condition (cancer) she has now passed on to some other greener pastures. I myself will not stop training ever till they carry me out. Exercise is the best for physical health and mental health. Period.
Beautiful story. Thank you 😊
You both have great sprit may she rest in peace
Mom was one of a kind. Went through a very difficult time in her last days. Thank you both for your comments. Much appreciated.
Thank you for sharing your story. My sincere condolences.
Thank you for sharing! May she rest in peace! And you keep it up 👍
Spot on. I am 58, used to be an RN, and have been an athlete my entire adult life and I love this guy. No bullshit, honest, effective focus based on EVIDENCE. Weight training is effective and inexpensive relative to all the ridiculous “Peloton” products and machines out there. Every time I stop lifting I lose function, strength and am more likely to injure myself in everyday life than I was when I was lifting. I love this guy’s perspective.
I've had a lifetime of strength training, from an athlete to a career Marine. I am now 62 and fighting CLL. I believe whole heartedly that my strength training has helped me in my fight to keep this disease at bay. I'm still benching in the high 300's, with squats and deadlifts in the 500+ range and maintaining a 19.5" bicep with a 51" chest. While I do agree that barbell exercises are important, dumbbell and cable training are also essential. I like to incorporate strength training with body building and use both styles in my training. Great video and very well presented, thank you and keep it up! S/F
Stay strong, Leatherneck.
Semper Fi
I will be 69 this year. I am also a physician still practicing. I lift weights hard 3-4 times per week and run a 1-2 miles 3 times per week. I wear slim fit or athletic clothes, and have never felt better. 100% of your comments are absolutely correct. Keep spreading the message.
Just discovered your channel. I'm 83 and about 100 lbs overweight. Totally sedentary for many years and beset by atrophy to the point where my body is breaking down. I ordered your book. I'll keep you posted on my progress. Thanks in advance. I'm confident The Barbell Prescription will do me some good.
Please keep us updated 🙏❤️🏋️
Go to a gym and get a trainer. Everyone is so nice and understanding even the other clients. Do it hard at first one day it turns into fun. And you meet the most interesting people. Do it. Do it.
Grandpa doesnt need trainer just eat a lot less and walk around everyday
That's awesome, Mr. Duke! I’m cheering for you. Success first begins with one’s mindset. I’m confident The Barbell Prescription will do you some good as well. 🏋️♂️
I am praying for you. Shalom.
Just found your channel. As an out-of-shape 60-year-old, I've been feeling that it's too late to get in shape, so it was great to hear you refute this.👍
never too late make the first step do it
See my comment above. Never to late.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
BL2001, it's never too late. I lost 104 pounds in my twenties. I'm now 44 (in 2 weeks) and I'm in the best shape of my life. I ran a half-marathon, two 42km trail races and few months ago, I decided to go back to my first love, weight training at my local gym. I love it.
I always say this to people that want to start training. I call it the 8 week-rule. If you're able to go to the gym for 8 weeks, 2-3 times a week, it means that you will be able to maintain this rythm for a longer period of time. You need time for your body to adjust.
It's all worth it. You can do it :)
@@ppduval yes, it takes 8 weeks minimum to establish new routines. Now I'm lifting heavier at 41 than I was back in my 20s when I was inconsistently off and on.
Just turned 73 and have been in and out of the gym most of my life, mostly out. Watching your video just now has given me the spark that hopefully will trigger my desire to get back into strength training and stay there. Thanks for the inspiration.
How are you progressing?
I just came across your channel. I'm pushing 60 and hearing what you have to say is really inspiring. I already belong to a gym, but have spent the majority of my time on the treadmill or bikes. I'm going to be wandering over to the weights area starting now. Thank you!
This man is absolutely right. I am 71 years old and have been doing
strength training besides walking for the last forty years. The result is
amazing. No one believes that I am over 70. They say, I am lying and
guess my age as sixty or younger. Folks, if you want to look healthier
and younger than your actual age, rush to the gym today.
@mandingo stud Run like Forrest Gump !
wow! older girls must be hitting on you a lot with wrinkled skin.
@@Hazara26 Learn to respect women. One is your respected mother
and the other is your sister. Clean your heart of filth.
@@syedsalam3199 what about your wife she is woman too right? Having a boy friend and lover in your world is considered very very bad but in West it is normal because it is normal for women to attract to men and vice versa.
@@Hazara26 Here you got lost. I am a born American and a convert to Islam. And like to invite you to faith of Islam.
I myself found out very late, but I am
proud of my decision.
I consider myself an athlete. And what your saying is true 👍 am 65 and have never stopped training. I don't do it to live longer I do it for a better quality of life no matter how long am on this Earth. People should take your advice and try it. And it will get only better if you do.!!!. Love ❤ it . Great way of life.
I totally agree with this. I started weightlifting in 1988 and am still at it. I'm 100% natural, have never touched roids or even testosterone supplements. I'm 50 now and in better shape than most 35 and 40 year olds I know. I honestly believe it's the fountain of youth. It works your muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, heart, lungs, immune system....plus you look and feel better.
Not to mention the brain works better, when the rest of the body is fit.
Awesome video! I am 62 and competed in powerlifting since I was 19. I retired a few years ago, but still hit the weights in my garage....the evidence, as you have pointed out, is insurmountable for the relationship between strength training and improved mobility and strength as we age! Great job!
This is such great fact based information. Weight training means training with weights. People think it means powerlifting. I’m 60 years old and I use 10 pound dumbbells and a 20 pound slam ball for my at home workouts. I’ve always lifted but I stopped for a few years. I have gone back to lifting starting at 135 bench press.
Great information
Thanks. I’m 70. 3 years ago I had cancer and a lot of other problems. Went to a gym with cancer and a trainer helped me. Through all the setbacks just kept trying. Yes I went in the bathroom to cry, came out and did it again. Everyone at the gym are so helpful and kind. Still have some wait to loose but look some what like a 30 year old me. Keep trying!
You're a huge inspiration! Thank you!
Woah. Thanks for sharing! Keep at it!
I'm glad I found your videos! I'm 61 and in good shape, would like to get better. My motivation is not appearance, I want a healthy heart I want to Live! My biggest regret is that I didn't do better when I was younger.
Can't believe how motivating and timely this video has been for me. I have been experiencing severe symptoms of
PTSD for a long time stemming from a horrific vehicle vs. pedestrian accident involving my wife. Was thinking for qquite awhile that returning to my former weight training regimen was just a pipe dream. Thank you for affirming my desire and confidence to get back in the saddle again slowly but surely. Great video. Much obliged
I am 68 in 4 days and weight train every other day. I have been doing this since hitting 64. Managed to get a couple of minor injuries in my first year, mainly due to me not knowing what I was doing, but no issues since :)
I'm afraid 😟
Keep going brother!
Get some!
I just turned 64, and I train with weights like a "mofo",,,, and combine with cardio
I'm 51 years old, have been strength training since I was 11 years old. Barbells and dumbbells, no machines. Since the pandemic started, I bought my own equipment for my basement. Squat rack, safety squat bar, hex bar, barbell and Swiss bar, along with over 550lbs of plates. Squats, box squats, bench press, rowing, shoulder press and upright rows, close-grip press and curls and good mornings. Each muscle is trained twice/week. 12 sets/week for larger muscles, 6 sets/week for smaller. Rep range is 6-8, and once/week, I do a 3RM for squats, bench press and deadlifts. Protein is 1g/lb. bodyweight. I do lower carbs in general, but allow a high carb day once/week to replenish glycogen. And by the way, when doing squats, deadlifts, curls and rows, my pulse gets to 150-155 BPM, which IS cardio! I will do 20-30 minutes of either a 3MPH walk on the treadmill at a 5% incline, or a Peloton bike ride for 20 minutes at a moderate resistance, or when the weather is good, outdoor biking for 20-30 minutes. This cardio is 3-4 times/week, that's it. If I want to get leaner, I reduce calories, not increase training or cardio. I'm 5'10" and weight 202lbs. No medical conditions other than asthma (since birth) and recently had a DVT and PE's in December 2021...found out that I have a prothrombin mutation (my father has as does my 14 year old son). I could not train when I had the PE's. I had them for 5 weeks before being properly diagnosed. I'm lucky to be alive! After diagnosis, I resumed training 2 weeks later, started off lightly, until my heart rate returned to a normal level at rest, and then went back full intensity. I take Eliquis (will for life), but so be it...I can't change my genetics.
Sir you are a inspiration and agree with you 200%. Started cardio- strength training after retirement and will never stop. Body mass index is now 26 and belly/hip ratio is 0.9. Saw a new cardiologist who put me thru a series of stress test, BP 122/77, ekg and echocardiogram and said he was impressed. Am 78 now but think I will feel just as strong for many years if I keep doing what you suggest.
Fantastic! I'm an over 50, former avid weightlifter trying to get back into my fighting shape. I have a number of health issues that only training seems to lessen and your video (especially your montage at the end) has done wonders to motivate me to stop worrying and get back at my weights1 Great information and wish there were more like you out there! Thank you
This is great mate. I'm a trainer myself and have said for a long time now, that I'm certain there will be studies proven that resistance training fight off cancers. Weight training rocks!!
Flexibility: I had some lower back trouble about 8 years ago, and hamstring tightness was part of the problem. What I learned is strength and flexibility are interrelated. To me, a weak muscle feels brittle, like an old, dried up rubber band that cracks and snaps when stretched. Strengthening a muscle restores the suppleness which allows better stretching. When I improved both strength and stretch in my hamstrings, my personal term for it became: resilience. My goals is resilient muscle. I'm 52 years old, and by the way, this weekend I set a personal record in my barbell squat 195 lbs at 150 lbs body weight (about 126% body weight.)
After not weight training for 25 years, getting back into it took a little patience. For 3 months I got insanely sore (3x week training) I thought I’d not be able to live and work on training days. Now, 10 months in and I literally have difficulty getting sore and have lots of energy. For 6 months I had to patiently work around injuries- shoulder, hip, knee. Now I can run again-use your head
Glad I found this channel. Turned 50 last year. I lifted in my 20's but not properly. Never really got strong. Started back up in my early 40's. I am squatting, Deadlifting, benching and pressing more than I ever have as a young lad, and more muscular. I get complements all the time from friends about how good I look. Just get in the gym and lift heavy shit, it's good for the body and soul.
I think we were probably in medical school at the same time. When I was swimming in college my coach's advice for weight lifting was "don't get too strong". It was incredible. I lifted anyway. In medical school there was no mention of the benefits of strength training. Thanks for getting the message out.
_"I think you're out of excuses."_
Priceless.
Thank you for the inspiration. When you hit the 55 plus and have life long injuries and physical problems I felt discouraged to even work out. I started a a week ago and after watching video it encouraged me to see people who are older lifting weights. Thank you so much! Especially the people working out. They are an inspiration!!!!
Thank you, Dr., for discrediting these ridiculous myths. I’ve been strength training all of my life, and as long as I’m breathing I’ll continue to do so.
I’m 59 and figured out some of this on my own through decades of on and off again strength training. This is a godsend! Subscribed now and will watch all of your stuff. Thanks!
Always need to hear this. Been lifting since I was 12. I am 52. But I fall victim to listening to critics. Thank you sully! I never stop lifting but often feel like I am doing something wrong. Ahh I am going to go squat now.
Excellent video. You lend your professional expertise to issues that are usually only discussed with incorrect information or at the very least, limited or unverified information. I am a 73 year old Crossfit athelete and competitve power and Olympic lifter with a current PR of 435lb in the deadlift at 165lbs. I look forward to future postings on this cite, thank you for sharing your knowledge of this vital area for health and longevity.
I'm turning 59 soon, doing resistance and cardio for almost 3 and1/2 hours daily ,I'm also a new power lifting learner. Thanks for the valuable information in your video, you almost cleared all those myths from my mind especially about more repetition /less weight and protein issues. Myself I don't believe in aging issues,(it is so frustrating and depressing to think about it). Never think about age if you want to do physical activities but be smart and think about the limitations due to lack of enough experience, not the age.
Doc, this is awesome. I'm 57 years old. I've been an athlete my whole life. Over the last 5 years I really let myself go. I got back into the gym about 3 mo's ago, and cut all the sugar and bread out of my diet. I'm down from 292 to 249. I do calisthenics in between my sets. I've gotten rid of my diabetes meds and my statin. I feel great and I'm almost to my goal weight of 240 and 15 percent bodyfat. I think you are right on the money. Great vid. Thanks so much.
☝️☝️☝️☝️☝️this
Anybody on diabetes and BP meds should strive to get them canceled - by getting healthier and stronger.
I'm 71 gradually started strength training and feeling great as a result. Keep up the great work you are doing!😊
ABSOLUTELY Awesome Video, I am 57 now I never really worked on strength with a Coach, I guess I just had natural strength I was a Powerlifter when I was younger that competed with a 580 Bench Press, this video is what I needed fir motivation and now since I have Retired with Back and Neck injuries I find it hard to even lift again due to fear of further Injury🙏🏾😡🙏🏾
This video was very motivating as I have been away from fitcamps I used to attend regularly. I was born in 65 and love to strength train but figured since I fell off the band wagon it would be impossible to get back into it. I appreciate this video
Started my health journey again at 50. I adjusted my meals and stated walking more after a decade of being to busy (lazy) to train. When I hit my weight loss goal after a year I went the gym andI put on some some healthy muscle weight. I have kept my weight steady after 5 years of alternating cardio and weight training. It’s just part of my life now. Good video.
THANK YOU!!!!!!! 51 and starting back at the gym for the first time in six years. Thanks you to, I have even more confidence to do so. I appreciate your work.
Amen I just turned 50 yesterday. I have arthritis in my left elbow and all the doctors I speak to say be smart. Don't quit and always be open to learning more about your your hobby. Heavyweight, multi-joint ...more testosterone ... I will deadlift until I am dead ....love the info .
I hope you can get millions of views. Your information is needed as much by the thousands of "young people" that have been mislead into the camp of high volume super low loading training that is wasting hours of their lives every week in the gym and leaves them wondering why their bodies aren't changing. I'm 65 years old and get questions about my training all the time only to have my answers rebutted with every myth you listed. When I give them the bio-mechanical, physiological supporting info for my higher load training, it's like a light bulb goes off in their heads. GREAT WORK!!! PLEASE KEEP IT UP!!
I never really exercised much, overweight or obese for many years. At 64 (female) I found a great gym and coach and took up weight lifting. A year later I went into a Powerlifting comp and lost a few kilos to make the lower weight category. I have never felt this good and fit. My weight is stable, I am strong and mentally strong. Best thing I EVER did. I had to work hard on mobility before touching a barbell, but it is well worth the hard work. I am proof that what you say it absolutely true. Oh and I had a bone scan and my bones are equivalent to a teenager. This is my insurance against aged care!
Ease up on the heavy lifting my grandfather overdid it with the heavy weights and when he was 70 he could not raise his arms and ruined his joints.
Fantastic video and motivation. I'm 66 and have been lifting regularly for over 10 years. Its been my favorite way to excercise. I'm a firm beleiver that form is key to avoid injury. Concentrate on what you are doing and think with your muscle....it absolutely works!
Seriously inspiring video! Well done, well presented, and highlighting those folks who enjoy lifting for both the health benefits and the sheer joy of seeing an older body perform, grow, and change for the better. Never too late to start--or continue--that weight training journey!
New subscriber here...i am a 56 yrs old male who loves to weight train, even though i have knee and lower back pain at times. Nothing compares to the feeling you get after a great gym session. Thanks for the encouragement. 💯💯👍👍
I'm also 56 an love the buzz after I come out of the gym as its like I've just knocked 10yrs off my age an have springs in my feet.
@@brimcilroy9002 Yes...that's what I am talking about...Keep up the good work Bri 👍👍💯💯
Even as a Strength and Conditoning Coach working primarily with younger people I love this - Keep up the great work Coach, more people need to know this and as I approach 50 (47 now) - I 100% agree strength training is awesome for our aging population, I still olympic lift, and train - strength training has been demonised for too long especially in this population but like you said research says otherwise - Awesome love the 92 year old deadlifter, made my day!
Hi from Ireland, 60 this year I've always had high metabolism so always skinny for some reason I recently have started eating more!! And going to try build up starting with dumbbells, fantastic to find this channel and many positive comments from guys my age and older I've subscribed to you're channel and really enjoy you're advice, I have a goal now thank you and respect from Ireland 👍
I stumbled across this video and I really enjoyed it.. I'm from New Jersey I'm 53 years old approaching 54 and you've made a believer out of me. I love the way you crush the 10th point because people feel as though they're too old to strength train. Your presentation was on point and it made me feel confident.. I've seen a number of videos and I became skeptical but your video has made me feel differently.. Too bad you don't have strength training facility in New Jersey. Thank you Greysteel. Even the name "Greysteel" sounds positive and powerful! If I had a football team that would be the name.🙂
I'm a 34 yr old coach of 12 years and I just subscribed. This video gave me deja Vu of so many conversations I've had with my 50+ clients. Great video
I came across your channel accidentally and immediately subscribed. I'm 69yrs young and have my share of health issues but strength training keeps me going.Thank you for re-enforcing my belief in strength training.Great content 👍
An absolute awesome, informative and quite brilliant, motivational video . As I respond to seeing this for the first time , I’m actually returning to the gym after an absence of around 25 years . I’m now 60 . Too many so called “ do gooders “ send out the wrong vibes . Age is just a number in my book 📖. The hardest part is getting off your arse and doing something about it! Loved watching this and I’ve already taken your advice on board. 💪❤️ tyvm. Dave Uk 🏴
I am crying with joy!!
PREACH, brother!
I wholeheartedly agree I'm a 62 year old fitness professional... the key to aging well is strength training!
Still training at 60. Been bodybuilding naturally since I was 11 years old. When I hit 50 I was wondering when I would have to pack it all in, but I'm still 25 years old in my head, have the body of a 30 year old and still making gains. You're absolutely 💯 right. Age is just a number, possibilities are endless, and we should remember always that if you sit on your ass and stop moving you will get old quickly.
Your right about sitting on your arse as it's the same as if you don't do anything then nothing happens.
Inspiring post. I feel the same way at 54. I look and feel 30, it’s awesome!
Nicely done sir! I'm 59, still fully functional as if I were 18 (no prescription meds, no blue pill, never see a doctor, etc), and still do everything I used to do, whether skiing, biking, or running, just as hard. Still have the same body as when I was racing XC and Track, and wrestling in high school. I never think about my age. I just go and do. Got back into mountain biking a few years ago, and converted a used downhill bike from Craigslist, into a 44lb all-mountain/enduro/trail bike. I absolutely love flogging that heavy beast on all of the local mountain trails that I run on. There's nothing better than climbing to the peak on the steep single track and fire road, and then blasting back down again.
@@austinado16 I have a feeling that some how our generation was in some way unique Todd. I don't know where we were supposed to be going in life, but ours seems to be a long road in which we never really age or get tired of the things we love to do. Peter Pan syndrome? Perhaps! I just like to think that, as a person, we never understood the concept of 'ageing'. You and I will be 18 until the day we die, and then, we might not die even then! :)
@@Kiss4cooper we are a different breed. Possibilities are endless, impossibilities are there for people who don't want to try and life is what you make of it. Looking forward to hearing about you lifting 450lbs, because, let's face it, obstacles are only there to be beaten. :)
What a fantastic video, thank you! And I agree on all points. I'm a 54 year old but fit female who just went through menopause, and I've recently stepped up from suspension and body weight resistance training to free weights, and I love it.
Just found your channel. I admire a man with a good vocabulary. Keep the neologisms and sesquipedalian syntax coming. Great info. Subscription added.
Just turned 60. After a lifetime of cycling, swimming, running, combat sports and weight machines at the gym, just started adding the barbell compound lifts a few years back and am loving it
Damn, this is awesome. As a 55 year old lifter with over 30 years in the gym, these athletes are incredible. I'm glad I stumbled upon your page. Keep up the great work. I just subscribed!!!
Just came across your Channel for the 1st time. One word 'Brilliant'. This training is also fabulous for relief of depression by creating feel good factor well done👍
There is hope once more, and a second chance at feeling good about myself. Just turned 64 last month, and my mind is still as young as my 30s........now I have a chance to make this happen again through this type of regiment, and not feel sorry for myself😇🙏Gonna getsum 💪💪👍thanks for the inspiration Brotha🙏
Nailed it perfectly….. I keep banging on and on about the importance of weight training for the over 40’s and more importantly for 60+ generation.
I'm so glad this channel exists. I'm never unsubscribing, this has to be the most realistic fitness info for any age. Thanks for your work.
I’ve always loved working out with weights… since I was a teen. I’m 63 now… although I’ve cut back quite a bit, when I get into about a few weeks os weight training, along with some cardio.. mostly for my legs ie; elliptical, treadmill and weight free squats ( for now - bad knees ) I can tell you that this man is 100 % correct! I can quantifiably feel the difference when I’m active either with my grandkids or @ work! The key is to stay with the regime. Great video! 👍🏼
just got to see this ......I love it and totally agree with you sir...I am Idonesian and at 75 years. I hv been doing weight training ...not only barbell but others as well..ie dumbell, lateral etc... al the people at the gym don't believe that I am 75...they keep saying I am lying hehe.
They said I am at the most 60......hahaha.....really good to to find this youtube post...Thank you Sir!! Keep healthy.....
I'm 60. I have lost 12kg since the end of lockdown in September 2021, by going to the gym 5 or 6 times a week and doing 4 lifting sessions and 1 or 2 cardio only sessions. Some cardio every session and a focus on compound lifts, especially deadlifts and squats. Bloods also back to normal last test. I'm convinced that lifting is a crucial part of healthy weight loss but most people are just being sold caloric deficits and cardio.
I am a PT in an elderly care facility, i use as heavy weights as possible and goal is always to improve the squat pattern, deep as possible. Biggest problem is always motivation to do harder things than they are used to. Good vid.
I immediately purchased your book The Barbell Prescription from Amazon and subscribed to your channel upon watching this video.
I am an open heart surgery survivor (died twice on the table), a Covid survivor, a Stroke survivor, and a second heart attack survivor. All of that happened in a 14 month period of my life, and that period is now a year and a half behind me. I have been given a LIVE LIFE SENTENCE to become the very best I can, and to help others along the way, = You didn't know it, but you became one of MY mentors today! Thank you, doctor!
Excellent 👍👌
Found your channel and subbed, I’m a 55 year old and just about to get back to training after 20 year lay off. Thank you. 🙏🏻
Been training in gym from 15 to 35 years old then switched to garage lifting rocks doing PUSH UPS on paint cans pull UPS on beams still ripped af at 51 years old!!!
Proving it on those BRUTAL training vids garageman keep it up
Congrats to you man great work ethic me not to far behind you.I am 58 and ran against my girlfriends 14 year old ran a 1:12 in a 1/4 mile and he got me by a step.I bike 30-40 and 50 mile rides and avg 18 mph with hills.5'11 138 lbs.When I was 19 benched 225 @ weight 132 pds.My grandfather which I miss a lot threw 158 pds over his head with one arm and weight was 132 that was the heaviest he ever got.Pressed 900 pds with his legs,did 14 pull ups with index finger.Curled 25 pound dumbbells 100 times alternate.I was able to do 45 and was done.He did this in the 50's pound for pound he was a lot stronger than guys that were much bigger than him.I have all his stats in a book he kept track.Keep it up just do not over do it.
69 yrs. Of age; still at it; 300 lb. Deadlift was tough but no problem.
@@raymondfrye5017 Awesome!
@@GymGarageMan Well, it was ONE rep max., because I used to lift in college, just to keep in shape. Then, over the years my weight crept up by 3-4 lbs./year. So, I'm eating small portions as my metabolism has slowed appreciably.
I'm not lifting as much as I used to.
But, I am still here without a walker or cane,Thank God.
25 and started my lifting journey last week. I will be revisiting this video when I hit 60, assuming there's still a planet to lift on by then.
Thanks man
Your video is the essence of my fitness journey during the last decades. M 55, startet with CrossFit eight month ago, added weightlifting one month ago after nearly thirty years of bad eating, low activities and back pain until I started bodyweight exercises and swimming twelve years ago. Thanks a lot and all the best from Germany
Im really glad I found your channel. Very inspiring. I'm 57 and just started weight training today.
You are telling me what I suspected all along. I'm a long time endurance cyclist. I specialise in hills but at 130kg it's getting hard! When I was 50 I was told to give up but instead I climbed the zoncolan and left the young ones behind,my strength is falling and I'm struggling. I managed to do stelvio-gavia-mortirolo in one day but I've had to ration my effort and just put up with more pain .
Just found your channel. Thanks RUclips algorithm. I'll be 59 in a month. I train year round, with my 22yr old daughter. We'll be returning to the Grand Canyon, mid-Aug, to celebrate both of our birthdays, and my 8th anniversary of walking out of a chemo lab. It will be her 6th Rim-2-Rim (24mi) run, and my 9th, in 8yrs. We did 5 in a row together, starting when she was 15, a year after I ended chemo for testicular cancer-final stage. I just ran my 4th Rim-2-River (17mi) there, a month ago. A few years ago, I added mountain bike riding as a form of cross-training. I ride very hard on the same local mountain trials that I run. I still run, bike, and train, very aggressively, and don't ever think about how I'm such-n-such age. I just get after it, and if I see other runners or bikers on the trail, I try to catch, pass, and bury them. I don't always succeed in that little game, but I'll die trying! I've really enjoyed reading the comments here. Great to see people still going for it, doing whatever puts a smile on their face.
Fantastic! Indeed, We are out of excuses. This is very inspirational. Kudos go to all of you. Thanks!
Im glad i came across this channel keep it up because as a senior is never too late. Even doctors states this is too late like you said get another doctor.
As someone who's been a gymrat for over 4 decades and has worked in the strength training industry at high levels, I can state that this is just plain awesome. Excellent info and presentation! My only addition would be to incorporate the use of a hex/trap bar for deadlifting as they allow for a more neutral spine alignment than a straight bar. Otherwise, 100% gold!
@@mmarmrcz6770 you're wrong, as the NFL and most college programs will attest. Most athletes, other than pure powerlifters, are far more secure using a hex bar.
Hex bar!!!!!!
Hex bar is my fav too, yet I can observe in our major gym downtown less than 5% use it. Don't know why
@@y.g.1313 yep, I see the hex bar used less than the straight bar in most commercial gyms. I think it's just because less people are familiar with it. I can state that this is not the case in most college and professional team gyms. The hex bar is king there and straight bar dl's are not allowed.
Thanks for telling us what we should already know. At 60, I can only agree. Wish i could get my friends to agree. Two thumbls up (subscribed). Cheers from Montreal QC
Amazing! It's so liberating to hear you talk about eliminating these limiting stereotypes!
Excellent presentation. Your gym is about 30 minutes from where I was born and reared near West 8 Mile. I'll be 75 soon and now experiencing muscle mass loss. Unfortunately I now reside 1200 miles from Michigan and my search for a local gym or coach that specializes in aging athletes has been thus far unsuccessful. The nearest Starting Strength gym is a 3 hour drive on a good traffic day. So my search continues.
I'm 63 and still lifting heavy. I'm a little more cautious now. Haven't done a max single in a while. Use slightly higher reps than I used to, 8-10 on the big stuff instead of 3-5. I don't do those gut-busting final reps anymore. Use the trap bar (high handles) more than the straight bar for deadlifts but still use both. Spend a little more time warming up than I used to. Been using knee and elbow sleeves as protection for the last 10 years or so.
I was introduced to power lifting as a 16yr old weakling by my older brother. It transformed me from a non starter into a rugby player albeit in the school 2nd team! Fast forward to age 70yrs. I started power lifting again and after four years was competing at national and international level. The great thing is you don't have to be massive to compete because they have age and body weight categories so that even 67kg aging shrimps like me can compete. If the very idea of competing puts you off don't let it put you off the benefits of strength/resistance training - it is undeniable. I'm 77 now and very active. Following an operation to remove my appendix last year the doctor said that I was one of the fittest people of my age that she had come across. This is not about bulling myself up but more about encouraging others to do what you thought you couldn't do.
Inspiring video! You Sir, have my full respect.
I'm 62 yo now, one month back into Starting Strength training doing LP and making gains. I just received The Barbell Prescription in the mail.
I first started lifting weights when I was 15 doing bodybuilding, since that was all anyone did around here back then. Trained steady into my mid twenties and off and on to mid thirties. Life events and injuries caused me to slack off after that and only do light workouts when I was able to find time. At 53 I learned about Starting Strength and managed to make some good gains until a series of unfortunate life events derailed me. I did occasional very light workouts until, at 62, I realized that I had lost all of my strength (back to 15 yo levels before any weights), and I was carrying a lot of fat, even though I had lost weight (5'8", 203 lbs). I had also developed a sleep disorder and adopted the typical North American diet. I am eating much better now.
* Almost everyone I know is telling me not to expect too much and that I will NEVER achieve the strength levels I had in my twenties (I used to bench press 300 lbs. x 1). Do you think it would be possible, given enough time and effort, for me to get to say, 225 x 1? Thanks.
Thanks for your vid. I am 52 and doctor and returned to weight/resistance training about 9 months go. I agree with everything you said . My progress is a little slower then when I last trained 10 years ago but there is good steady progress. I recommend resistance training to all my patients the older they are the more important it is. Use it or loose it peeps!