The Only Five Exercises You Need

[@geo525252]

At 71 here's my program. 2 days a week resistance training with weights. 2 days a week bodyweight training doing pullups, dips, air squats and then 30 minutes shadow boxing or heavy bag. Stay fit, age is not the barrier. Attitude is. Overcome it. Semper Fi.

[@GmanGSW]

Great job, keep it up! I'm proud of guys, or gals, like you and hope to be doing the same within 20yrs! Honestly, my Dad, at 85 (still working out), keeps me going, as well...

[@markwhite6782]

At 61 here's mine but first hear my story. 5'6" tall 191 pounds on 7 medications, 4 prescription for high blood pressure, asthma, triglycerides, arthritis and severe acid indigestion daily. I was informed my job of 35 years of "outstanding" performance evaluations was firing me for my refusal to take an experimental flu shot. Filed religious and medical exemptions for 8 months to no avail until they dropped the mandate. August 5, 2021 was the day hate took over my body. Hate because of what they were doing to me, hate because I was singled out (with 2 other employees) as unvaccinated therefore I was banned from driving official vehicles and made to wear a mask full time while others roamed freely. I was a leper. I decided to show those SOB's what good health looked like so I changed my diet, dropped all sugar and started exercising and lifting weights. I lost 52 pounds, off all medications and transformed from the Pillsbury Doughboy to a Greek God and never felt better. Understand I'm short, bald and I'm ugly so no man would want to be me and certainly no woman. I'm now at 2 years 3 months and have only missed 2 workout days since. I wear my body armor when exercising because it adds 21 pounds to me and do all of my pushups and setups wearing it. My workouts are 1 & 1/2 hours long every other day. I don't need to tell you how good you feel after a workout. I put the Airpods in my ears listen to Tool or some other heavy rock music and go to my daughters old bedroom that I converted into my exercise room. Like you age is no barrier.

[@TwoTardTop]

keep it up and so will I sir!

[@sgtspaulding9461]

@@markwhite6782 Excellent job and great workout. Might want to go old school and use some speakers for music, AirPods are literally microwaving your brain.

[@markwhite6782]

Great, never heard of that. I'll look into it thanks.@@sgtspaulding9461

[@JDTBF]

1.) pull ups 2.) push-ups 3.) sit ups 4.) burpees 5.) squats ( weighted ) Recovery ( nutrition + stretching )

[@engine5]

preciate you

[@18peavey]

high school teacher would not like---its Appreciate@@engine5

[@k14michael]

No running?

[@JustChill-zd4ib]

Walk to bathroom and back 😁👍

[@eliasbarber8459]

If you put weights in a back pack (sand in ziplock bags?) you can save a lot and help challenge those tendons

[@RobnPhx1]

And if you're older or just way out of shape, start off by walking a half-mile until you build up to these. Baby steps!

[@nickjohnson6368]

Exactly I recommend overweight people swim until they can start running

[@johnrourke2358]

@robnphx1 your "name" Looks extremely familiar. Think we corresponded back when I owned ModernSurvivalOnline.

[@ADE1000SON]

Very well said, Sir!!

[@tom_olofsson]

Nothing sets you back like an injury. Slow and steady till you get your base of fitness.

[@djjinerson]

For sure, heck even if your in shape a nice long walk is great for the mind and soul especially if your in nature

[@charlo8664]

As a Retired Former Marine I agree 100% with these basic exercises. All you really need. And the demonstration of how to do these exercises properly is spot on.

[@dosiervenecia3230]

How many sets i need do per exercises sr?

[@lindsey607]

Do every set to failure Boss.

[@kellrockets101]

I like this list but with some added loaded carries, like farmers or suit case carries

[@hurpaderpp]

zero posterior chain training? lol

[@buckeye-pe6df]

Former? No such thing.

[@AdrianTregoning]

To anyone struggling with pushups or pullups pay attention: For pullups, do the eccentric part of the exercise. Get yourself up on a box with your chin above the bar, then unweight your feet and slowly lower yourself over a period of say 5 seconds. Then push yourself up with your feet only, and repeat. You'll get strong very quickly. Same with pushups. Slowly lower yourself over a period of 5 seconds then completely on the ground use your knees to get yourself into the plank position and repeat. Next step for pushups would be on your knees, followed by the real deal. You've got this!

[@stephengray3401]

superb recommendations. And, yes this format does work.

[@theloudprofessional]

Good stuff thanks !

[@Lukartstudio]

Cheat codes 👍🏼💪🏽🤙🏽

[@neverforgettr2276]

Super good info. Thanks brother.

[@mordekaipalms]

Thanks! 🎉

[@ttommyunger]

Very good. Dad was career AF and received an ultimatum from his unit C.O. "Lose weight or lose your commission. He did the Canadian AF 5BX program religiously. Got the weight off and retired Full Bird Colonel. His advice: do SOME physical activity EVERY DAY. He's long gone, I'm in my 80's and the one hard lesson I have to live with: it's EVERY DAY now for sure. My body desperately wants to deteriorate and will, if I take a day or two off. I do some at the gym, some at home, but something every day.

[@grannygunlife]

I'm 71 and I work out everyday! I do at least an hour of aerobics with an average of 135 -145 heartbeat and I get upwards of 165 - 170 with my HIIT programs. I also do strength training at least 2 days a week because keeping muscle at my age is so important. I also run on the woods trails. I try to do that a couple days a week, weather (and hunting season) permitting and I do at least 4-5 miles. Sometimes I'll run 13 minute miles and sometimes I'll slow it down to 17 or 18 and go longer - maybe 6-8 miles. I have osteoarthritis and have had both knees and 1 hip replaced so it's important for me to keep moving all the time -otherwise I'm stiff...

[@deborahlamartiniere6349]

Wow cudo'sI'm 71 and in horrible shape live in a kida small city hate going to the gym and to bad to go on the road a walk UGH Guess I have to have more want to...

[@johneleasar9878]

Just did 100 burpees today. Yesterday 30 pull-ups because of this video. Stay strong!

[@urazaykinstrength8836]

I love guys like this, simple from the village, without unnecessary pathos, everything is clear and to the point. Hello from Russia

[@t-roy1605]

There might be some people watching that may think because he's not majorly jacked that he's not a fucking absolute unit. This man is a freak of nature and at the same time a great human.

[@i_amChrisJxmes]

Me thinking that. lol. I’ve never heard of this person though so I have no prior knowledge of him.

[@pfzht]

The stacks of meat are gym princesses, dependent on ideal conditions at all times, with inferior stamina anyway.

[@LarsVallin]

I believe it!

[@kevingardner1658]

you forgot what a good person he also is

[@jeromycaballero91]

Yeah, I would not want to mess with him.

[@NoPcBsNews]

I’m almost 63 and have been working out religiously since the 7th grade. There was only maybe, 1 or 2 years in my 20’s that I didn’t. However I started noticing my health deteriorating so I thought, forget this and began again, never stopping. I tried that push up routine yesterday 12/25/23 and it felt amazing! I haven’t done pushups in many years because it has been less stress on my back doing just bench presses! Chadd, your suggestion of doing 5 push ups, rest 1 minute then do 5 more push ups, for a total of 10 sets will be added to my workout routine! Thank you! God Bless!

[@damariongentry9423]

Changing things for the better starts with you changing yourself mentally and physically. People laugh at me when I tell them that it's the path to growing liberty. Thanks for making the video.

[@sir5it777]

Burpees grow Liberty!!

[@johngoldsworthy7135]

100% real change begins with oneself.

[@brianwilke592]

At 62 the doc diagnosed me with diabetes as I had two consecutive A1C’s of over 7. He was going to just prescribe me the Metformin, but then asked me what my exercise routine was. I told him 30 minutes twice a week and walking 9 holes of golf once a week. He said that was not working, and recommended walking 10,000 steps a day. He would forgo the prescription if in 3 months I could get my A1C down. It worked. I also changed my diet but not hugely; basically no more high surgery foods, less carbs, more fiber. I’ve been on that program for almost 4 years, lost over 50 pounds, and eventually got back to doing pushups, sit-ups, weighted leg excercises, and a modified pull-up. I put two by large hooks on the inside frame of my closet about 3/4 way up, and then put a pull up bar there. I do 35 of those 5 days a week. Since I had a knee replacement Running and squats are out, but this modified pull up seems to help quite a bit with the thighs too, although most of the burn is still in the biceps and forearm. Doing that I am also slowly getting to where I can do regular pull ups too, but not even close to 35. I can fit into the Army uniform I wore 35 years ago… check out my latest video!

[@tr4022]

Great work. T2D here too. Got my A1c down to 5.9, but then fell off the healthy eating wagon. Tryin’ to get my groove back.

[@sh-bs6uj]

Lol

[@johnhubbard6262]

That is awesome man, got the same advice from my Dietician who told me she would not follow the Doc's advice. I believe your Doc is 100 percent correct on the walking, the food is common sense, but the walking is magic.

[@MegaGuapo97]

I'm 56, way out of shape and did this for the first time today. Didn't even attempt the burpees and cannot execute a full sit-up without restraining my legs. Love the simplicity and I felt like I had a great workout. Thank you Chadd.

[@enviableechidna]

From an exercise point of view (and according to PT and OTs I've worked with), you don't need to do a full sit-up to get the core building benefit. And actually a full sit-up can be hard on your back, especially the lower back. If you lift enough to get both shoulders off the floor (or surface you are laying on) it's much less likely to strain your back, and will give you the same benefits.

[@forestjuice88]

Do laying down bike pedal with hands behind your head and then elbow to each opposite knee as you pretend pedal. Keep focusing on your lower spine pushing to ground flat. This way you don’t hurt your lower back. I had lower back injury and doing regular sit-ups was a definite no go. I now have few different ways to do that don’t compress my lower spine or lower disc. This one in the video is really bad for lower back.

[@scottfrey5611]

Chadd I’m 55 and was right there with you. Check out MTN Tough! Great body weight only program.

[@rustloversgarage]

Most helpful! I am working my way back after 25 years of nonsense. Tou sir are an inspiration!!!

[@onceinanalbatross]

1) Pull-ups -- most important; hugely relevant to survival; hits a lot of major muscle groups. Frequency -- at least 30 pull-ups, 3 times, per week (3x is a minimum, or not a lot of improvement will be observed). Chin needs to go over the bar for the pull-up to count. Dead Hang helps build more strength (yes, it is harder). 2) Push-up -- functional movement; related to survival; hits a lot of major muscle groups. Frequency -- every single day; minimum of 50 per day; it is very easy to lose the gains that you make with these. Switch up the push-up variations as much as possible (throughout the day and workout). 3) Sit-up -- core strength is hugely important; need something to specifically target your core. Frequency -- same as pull-ups, about 3x per week; do more sit-ups per session than the other exercises that you do (b/c they are easier to do). (Arms crossed on your chest, and tap your elbows on your knees when you come up). 4) Burpee -- increases in heart rate and breathing; full-body exercise. Frequency -- minimum of once a week, and 100 burpees per week; you can also split this up into 2 sets of 50 reps. 5) Squat -- legs/lower body focus; recommends using weight (dumbbell/kettlebell/etc.) with it. Frequency -- 3 times per week, 30-50 reps per session (split up into sets if necessary). Make sure to switch up the form of the squat and all others mentioned to ensure that your body does not get too used to one form of the exercise. *Cardio -- run, biking, etc. (not mentioned as part of the list, but brought up at least twice over the course of the video). **Make sure to consume protein within an hour of your workout to ensure that muscles have something to rebuild with. This will maximize your gains and the benefits of the exercises just discussed.

[@ahumanbeing6875]

Tipping my fedora to you, kind sir.

[@JustChill-zd4ib]

Typing on keyboard counts? Cuz that's all I am getting feeling pretty good 😏

[@Rob-qr2kn]

if push ups everyday , doesn't body need time to recover ? Every other day will still see gains ?

[@martinholt7229]

@@Rob-qr2kn I think you should take time to recover, especially when starting out.

[@Men_of_Tomorrow]

Super spot on. Only thing I’d respectfully contest with is this-protein consumption. The most recent research indicates that unless you’re a 100 metre sprinter it doesn’t matter how long before or after the protein is consumed. What matters is that it’s consumed every single day.

[@TingTingalingy]

The strongest I ever felt was when I did body weight exercises. I can't explain though I was stronger than what I lifted weights.

[@pfzht]

Stabilizer muscles getting used

[@birgip.m.1236]

And you're building strength & mobility through a fuller range of motion than isolated targetted weightlifting.

[@DA-lp4rh]

One of my toughest workouts is bodyweight - called "500" - must finish each exercise before moving onto the next - track your progress by time to complete: #1. 100 each of Pulls Ups (usually sets); #2 100 dips; #3 100 sit ups and/or mix with hanging knee lifts; #4 Pushups - (ok to vary incline, decline, flat); #5 body weight squats

[@boydsharp]

Completed my first Half Marathon this morning sporting my 3 of 7 running hat.

[@I.P.Freely-xn9vf]

Sitting in a recliner as I recover from cervical fusion surgery on a gray cold day, day dreaming about being able to move my body again. I got invited by a buddy to go turkey hunting next season and have been nerding out on guns (something this suburban socal kid never learned). Anyway, I've been appreciating the mindset and the info on your channel. Respect and gratitude from Spokane.

[@ursschroder1278]

„There’s all kinds of freakin' crazy push-ups y’all do“ LOL 😆😆 (at minute 6:28)

[@bdranger1]

Thanks Sir I needed this. I’m retired military, been out 6 months and I gotta get after it. I watched your video, worked out in my garage with your handful of exercises.

[@RobertGaron]

Nicely done! That’s all you need. Keep it simple and keep it going. 😎✌️

[@skipperhawk2438]

Damn good experienced training. Former 82nd ABN Sapper, now in my 50s with joint pain, I do resistance bands in my public safety career but try to ex the same muscle groups that you demonstrated.... the key beyond all else is consistency. There is no "diet" or gym that leads to a full, healthy life. It's all on you!

[@mamasharita1288]

I hate burpees!! So it's the one excersise I do alot. Great video. Thank you so much💪💯

[@bwnco]

LoL i know the worst! 😂😂😂

[@Glennoutdoors]

I just started the hard ass burpees . But starting to like them.

[@brandonm3375]

Bodyweight calisthenics are severely UNDERRATED! Another great video man. All the cool tools and tactical shit is worthless if you can't move, fight, and keep going.

[@aaronb2779]

I wouldn’t call them underrated, pretty outdated approach in my opinion.

[@Moccsnosocks]

@@aaronb2779 What are you doing? Space acrobatics?

[@garypaterson2794]

Thanks bro, pushing 70 years now, two back surgeries, but resolved to get back into the fitness I'll need to answer the coming challenges. I thank God and Jesus for your being in my corner. Lived in Oregon, plains in Midwest and now on my Hill in the Ozarks. God bless us again in this Nation until Heaven comes forth 🎅🤠🙏

[@obeselord9501]

Amen forever and ever. Jesus is Lord! Awesome to hear this.

[@cedarcanoe]

God and Jesus have nothing to see with it. They never even existed.

[@dlalderson1]

Hey Brother, I love your show. Dont hate me for this post. Whenever you do pullups, ESPECIALLY using a building structure. IT IS IMPEARITIVE to remove any and all RINGS from your fingers. It is extremely common when people use angled structures. Like a rafter, door way, RINGs can easily catch on the edge of what you're using to pull up on, and when you stop and let go the ring and angles structure actually work together and COMPLETELY SKIN your finger to the bone. Again, this very, very common finger injury. This is called a "DEGLOVING INJYRY" Believe it of not this type of injury is extremely common. I was an Airborne Infantry medic (Panama), a flight medic, and a 1st SOCOM medic. I'm always looking out for my brothers. GREAT SHOW.. SINE PARI

[@winger9229]

That’s really dope and great advice with you being a medic. That’s reaily cool

[@acrtactical9690]

I second this. I had to have my wedding ring cut off in the ER from it snagging on an overhang that I was hanging from. My ring snagged it and it cut into my finger like a banana peel. This was over 25 years ago and I still can’t feel parts of my finger below the cut. It’s rubber rings for me now 😂

[@Amar1338]

#1 exercise for fitness; Stay away from refined sugar .

[@GmanGSW]

Agreed, with a fitness regimen as well! As far as foods, in general, go, the less processed, the better; which our government leaves out left and right!

[@mrwdpkr5851]

Sugar = pain once you hit 50

[@bryanst.martin7134]

@@mrwdpkr5851equals pain in everyone. It's an inflammatory.

[@pfzht]

Seed oils and high oxalate foods have to go too. Add milk, avocado, coconut oil and kerrigold butter for superior fats. Building a machine.

[@sablefisher]

And any bread /grain products. Even liquid grain....

[@QueenOfTheGreen27]

This makes a work out so much more simple to plan.

[@BrianWeekley]

Thanks!

[@BoulderCreek77]

Thanks my man, I’ve always enjoyed the simplicity of body weight exercises. Great video! Have a Blessed day everyone.

[@fleatactical7390]

Great stuff! I'll start these... tomorrow. LOL To all those of you out there who were perhaps never active in sports or weight training, the biggest key is pushing yourself just beyond (muscle) exhaustion. Numbers are great to shoot for, but numbers are a personal thing. Your goal is to increase your numbers over time, and do so honestly - push yourself, but also... don't hurt yourself. Be smart, train hard, get stronger.

[@MinistryofFreedomShow]

Love Chadd's content! A solid Christ-following patriot with a heart to help others optimize their lives! We at the @ministryoffreedomshow greatly appreciate all you do!

[@ocnlltgic]

The foot is one of the most complex parts of the body. It consists of 28 bones connected by many joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The foot is prone to many types of injuries. Foot pain and problems can cause pain and inflammation, limiting movement... and it can immobilize you...keep your feet safe.

[@johnh.2340]

Absolutely. Feet and ankles.

[@danielgriffin1660]

Broke and injured my toe a month ago, messed me up ! Still trying to work through it , I’m in construction work too so still had to work lol . Be glad when this injury is behind me

[@gstickley4652]

Love it. After talking with physicians that care for my elderly relatives, I'd add the deadlift in there. I deadlift with kettlebells. Also a personal trainer taught me to come 80% up on deadlifts (when using KB's), not all the way into a resting position. It definitely makes the deadlift a little more challenging, for me.

[@DHPowerTraining]

The hip hinge movement pattern is greatly underutilized by many in the tactical athlete setting because they're afraid of hurting their back. That's why it's important to understand concepts like bracing and proper stability about the ankle and hip.

[@chadweissert5853]

I laughed so hard when you said if you ain’t done push-ups in a few months it’s SAD, because I know, been there done that too. Thanks Brother and blessings!

[@Pompomgrenade]

Being in my 50s I'm finding your regiment.. challenging. I love the outline because it gives me new old ways to start over 😓

[@RobertLinthicum]

Walking is great for people who find this challenging. Covering distance does wonders, at any pace.

[@kevinerbe6297]

I am 60. I have been a runner for over 30 years. I have been working out for well over 30 years. My current workouts include 6-10 mile runs three to four times per week, weights, pull-ups, push-ups, heavy bag, mountain biking, kick boxing, hundreds of ab crunches

[@JustChill-zd4ib]

Damn that's a lot. I feel for ya.

[@mannyvasquez3733]

The most realistic exercise regiment for the average man. Thank you for keeping it simple.

[@regularnimnule9715]

With weight: squats, deadlift, bench, shoulder press. Without weight: pullups, pressups, burpees. 61 years old and these are all keeping me strong.

[@tha1sorrow]

My current workout-routine (every other day like 2-3 times per week): starts of with - 10 min Cardio - 3 x 4 Weighted Pull ups with a total weight of 250 lbs (220 bodyweight + extra 30 lbs) - 3 x 10 weighted push ups with an 45 lbs weighted vest - 3 x 10 bodyweight dips - 3 x 10 decline push ups on rotatable push up bars - 3 x 15 hammer curls + 3 x 4 rubberband assisted pull ups - 3 x 15 hyperextensions - 3 x 15 weighted leg raise or 3 x 6-15 weighted sit-ups - 3 x 15 weighted vest goblet squats took me arround 1.5-2h

[@retribution999]

Good routine with my favorite two exercises, pull ups and pushups. I do 50 pushups a day, 50 Russian twists, 50 leg raises, 5 mins yoga stretching, walk 2k to exercise station where I do 20 pull ups and 20 dips, I then take a cold plunge in the sea before walking 2k back home along the beach.

[@johnm5131]

love this guy! Most of the east coast NSW I worked with were all hair-gel, wise-cracks and flip-flops. There is something really down to earth about this channel!

[@RobertLinthicum]

NSW means Not Safe for Work, or?

[@alcalu]

@@RobertLinthicum, seriously - why not just look it up yourself? Why ask KZbin? And NSW has more than one meaning.

[@cornnasty9426]

@@alcaluwhy’s it matter? You took the time to type this bs out instead of just answering the question. Don’t be a prick

[@cornnasty9426]

@@RobertLinthicumNaval Special Warfare

[@citizenpainmetal]

Love it nice, I dig the accent as it reminds me of my dad who was from Tennessee, I grew up in California I was a CTR in the NAVY, worked out a lot, I was even better on a run than most youngins. I am 48 now and got type 2 diabetes, got to watch how much beer and sausage I eat I guess. I pretty good, bit tired after lunch though. I always need a nap. I teach teenagers Mon-Fri. 8-2pm. I wake up to prep for work btw 6-7am. I go lift at the gym at least once a week maybe 2 sometimes, I try to do a FunkRoberts(youtuber) 10-20 min workout a couple times a week. Any tips on diet and workout are welcome guys, Thanks!

[@madhusudan]

Great info for lean times. Save your gym money and get outside. The best workout is whatever you do consistently.

[@RobertLinthicum]

Body weight exercises are very effective, and free.

[@alcalu]

That's the key!

[@heidikeller50]

Kinda over the commercial gym thing today is what brought me here. When I feel like this, alll I need to do is come back to the military workouts, especially special forces style, to get inspiration. No fluff, no fancy gym equipment, no gym culture, just yourself, your own drive, and a goal. 💪 Thank you.

[@kevinlawler3252]

I tend to agree with you Chad on almost everything.. this is no different.. these have been my own major line up for fitness. I have always been a manual labor guy for the most part, in a leadership role, I have worked out and done lots of manual labor work.. I have gained and lost 100 lbs 4 different occasions in my life.. ranging from 150- 250 lbs .. I’ve kept weight off for about 5 years in each occasion.. I was doing 500 push-ups 500 sit ups 100 or so pull ups every day when I was in fighting shape.. I’m 42 now and on the upper end of weight again.. I have a hell of a schedule and a family to keep up with.. I have been getting back into a regimen again.. intend to reach 200lbs again. I was always strong at 200 lbs. I’ve prepared for many years I just got to get myself back into the proper physical condition again.. even being overweight I am still strong as hell and out work guys who are in much better shape weight wise.. I just know that ideally and realistically I know what it’s like to be in great shape and you cannot do what needs to be done being so overweight.. I’m on it.

[@k14michael]

500/500/100 everyday? Are you a freaking Spartan?!

[@terrencetroy618]

What's the update? How are you coming along?

[@johneleasar9878]

Yesterday this video inspired me to do this 30 min-workout: - 30 burpees - 30 pull-ups - 30 push-ups - 30 weighted squats (+9kg) - 30+30 sit-ups Keep pushing!

[@BrolyRajang]

1)surfing 🌊 heavy waves. 2) running 3) Pullups/ push-ups /dips /Variation Burpees 4)boxing 5)rest meditation

[@James-hl6kx]

Just any combat sport in general is key for life skills

[@iprey4surf]

Grew up surfing n.shore Oahu. Big surf will humble the fittest athlete. As you get older, you need to keep that fitness to do it.

[@JuaneDosesII-wj6dd]

No (time out ) in the ocean , something most people don’t have the slightest clue about.

[@BrolyRajang]

@@JuaneDosesII-wj6dd yes titoi

[@kevinbenoit7167]

I do a full body stretch everyday also with my workout program.I have found it reduce a lot of my joint pain when I first started working out and makes a big difference for me to get around a lot easier at work. My job involves a lot of lifting. I am a bagger and get the carts from the parking lot in a grocery store. Those bags get heavy after 8-9 hours.

[@MichaelLawrenceMagic]

Do you stretch before or after your workout?

[@jonmueller2117]

I would recommend a short warm up. Gentle stretches before and after. Great video.

[@IronDruids]

Some advice for people that I'm personally using. Find progressions of these excorcises if you're a beginner and start there as required. For example, I started with incline pushups because I couldn't do a real push up because of my weight and now I'm doing three sets of 8 after around 100 days. You can do this.

[@ahumanbeing6875]

This is a simple video but I'm going to save it and watch it a lot more.

[@paulopinto390]

Completely agree with you on these top five exercises. I actually do a mix of all these exercises in my workout routines. I’ve been doing more pull-ups and I can definitely see and feel the benefits of it.

[@kroooassant9899]

Walking is the king of exercise. This is what our body was designed for. Push ups, burpees, squats, lunges etc are just secondary exercices to walking. The biggest muscles you have in your body from legs to back are made to allow you to walk standing up and accessorily they can be used to do other tasks. Walking is underrated and it's free.

[@jackfabulous758]

Man I appreciate your videos and the knowledge provided. 🤜🏼💥🤛🏼

[@rob947534]

Can Chili 🌶️ do some pullups and drop 2 count of XL shirts I ordered in the mail? Your large is too small. I love the shirts but I am not a little boy.

[@BingEmLive]

"THERE'S ALL KINDS OF FREAKIN CRAZY PUSHUPS YA'LL DO" MADE ME CRACK UP ..

[@AntiFederalist58]

With both biceps torn, the first while on active duty, pullups are a no go for me. Free weights with low weight and high reps are in my program. I got six screws in my back and a total knee replacement courtesy of Uncle Sugar. I turn 65 next month and still walk 3 miles every other day.

[@southholland6277]

The machine pull-ups where you put your knees on the pad give you a lot of control. I too have the torn bicep

[@IrishJJ27]

I'm with you. I just turned 50 and after 6 tears USMC and 24 years as a cop, I'm beat up. I can't do lots of pullups or dips due to shoulder issues but high rep rows and pulldowns are great

[@corbinhudson9902]

Works For Me Too.

[@MrKinghuman]

I do a sit up, walk, pull, fridge, beer lift, finger flexion, beer curl. 10 -12 sets

[@mikerichardson7767]

Thank you!!!!! After almost 2 weeks of working on these I'm almost able to do a proper push up!!!!

[@Renaldo135]

OLD and FAT but finding my inner MARINE as a combat veteran and former Patrol City and County Cop. Lost 100 pounds after two heart attacks in 2021 went from 344 to 244 lbs . Now I'm maintaining a fit approximately 272lbs . My work-out three times a week. Cardio machines for combined 34 minutes varies from Stairmaster to two different types of Ellipticals THEN HIIT workout with STRENGTH combined as well. i have 3 different walking routes in my Neighborhood for walks with the dog rated from hard to harder to hardest both in distance and in hills having to navigate. I will walk those routes on the non-gym days and sometimes both week-end days early with the Rooster AM's on all activity so I don't allow myself not to do the work. Learned that in the Corps and has always stuck with me. KNOCK IT OUT FIRST THING before your mind even works so it gets done and you don't have to think about it at all. Also if I don't feel like going to the Gym, I'll do a litany of HIIT in my mancave which includes Burst Run In place for thirty seconds to Flutter Kicks Planked out Push-ups and Plank holds in Push-up Positions to "Look Goods" which are basic reverse bends and thrust using a chair or tall block or table. I also use the BATTLE ROPES at the gym which are freakin awesome, also for thirty seconds hard and fast as I can. The burst type HIIT training I maintain doing also THREE TIMES A WEEK ONLY. Unfortunately I can not do a bunch of full pushups due to my OPEN HEART SURGERY sensitivity but I do planks instead. ALSO whenever I do the bust hit stuff like running in place hard and fast as i can or flutter kicks I always make sure I'm on a soft thick floor matt or in the soft grass on a hill-side for extra difficulty.

[@Brian_White]

Good stuff… I would only add “dips” as a must have movement

[@ttattx]

Dips are dangerous for shoulders- and theres simply better ways to challenge the shoulder complex.

[@stephen8996]

​@@ttattxno they're not

[@Brian_White]

@@ttattx everything exercise is dangerous if done incorrectly. Dips are a fantastic whole upper body movement.

[@ttattx]

@@Brian_White umm no. Theyre not. Ask me how I know bro

[@Brian_White]

I’m assuming bad technique or trying to do too much weight. But you seem to be convinced they are bad so I’ll just keep doing them and continue getting great results. Opinions vary

[@warweaponx6629]

Agree on pull-ups. I’m working on dropping excessive body weight so I can improve my pull-up game.

[@nathanielkrause8121]

32 BMI first day working out today. This video is very encouraging, I don't like the other exercise videos on KZbin. Your advice seems very practical and achievable. Gives me confidence to go out tomorrow and try again.

[@run4fun143]

PULL UPS, PUSH UPS, hanging leg raises (different kinds), jackknife, leg raises and situps... these are the only workouts needed to attack everything if your doing different types of pull ups, push ups, core exercises etc

[@whitetailedboss]

This is great advice! Simple and no money needed just discipline 💪🤠

[@morganask4567]

You are my fitness guru. Speaking of 62 years of experience training gymnastik,track and weightlifting. Now 75 Working out 4 times a week

[@hydrogreen1111]

Like military basic training with emphasis on basic. Good guide for beginner or advanced for the discriminating physical stressed types. I presently do a combination of these movements including Hindu squats. Did 500 non-stop Hindu squats last year summer. Nearly passed out. I include weight training. At 66 years-old I benched three times 225lbs a couple of weeks ago. I can get in 8-10 pull ups but they are tough. Tears my right shoulder up. Don't know how to avoid that. I also do sprints in bear feet on a grassy field when I can.

[@ZaboombaFOO]

Man, this is what folks (especially those in their late teens and early 20s) need to hear. Exercise success isn't synonymous with some super sexy and hyper unique exercise/workout regiment that is only taught to super secret Navy Seals in Seal Team 19 in an undisclosed underground location on a planet that hasn't been publicly acknowledged by the US government. Surprise, it's the BASICS! This dude is awesome, and we need more folks just like him to come out and talk/teach on "regular" topics in an effort to undo all of the toxic bullshit that has been running rampant on social media for over a decade. For instance, look at his outfit. His emphasis is NOT on his clothes, which is typically the visual focal point of most influencers efforts. His emphasis is on communicating his information clearly and effectively, ensuring everyone can track what he's saying and understand it in a way that is easy to reproduce. I'd take a regular dude who genuinely cares about others over a brand deal with the ability to speak English any day.

[@harryv6752]

I totally agree. Functional strength. Functional fitness. Keep it simple. Get creative. And move. And lift. And pull. Much respect! 🤘🇺🇲🤘

[@Paddythefriendlykiwi]

I've been boshing out 5 x 3 on gym rings for a while now; pull ups, push ups legs elevated, rows basically the opposite way around, dips followed by a static hold on the rings for 30 seconds. I finish with either a core HIIT or kettle bells. I do some free weights in between but I rarely work out over 30 mins and usually do that a minimum of 3 days a week. I'll cycle to work for cardio 12 miles each was in the summer. Keeps me in pretty good shape at 44.

[@Graydog-sx6le]

Thanks. I needed this today. I’m trying to get back in shape and can incorporate this into what I’m going to do. I’m going to keep it simple.

[@edhill8341]

For those who are not exercising, I encourage you to start where you are, use what you have and do whatever you can. The great changes for me since Nov 2023 are so amazing. I started a CrossFit gym. Old school

[@FirstLightAdventures]

Awesome video man! You’re a big inspiration. Watched your cocodona video the day before my first 100 miler. That line you said about it being a privilege to be absolutely obliterated and forcing yourself back into the fight. I repeated that over and over in my head out there and got it done. Can’t wait for the next big challenge. Keep inspiring others my man!

[@PollyCot]

100% true about the pushups i stopped for a while and its disgusting how much harder they become after a break.

[@ryan_the_red_4907]

Awesome exercise content, really great to see your emphasis on simple/austere methods

[@tyclark8162]

Pushing 70s myself, it's really tough trying to keep your body tuned up. Chronic pain n serious injuries definitely put additional suck it up trying to remain toned. I have noticed alot of balance problems with lack of strength training. It's far too easy to say tomorrow I will. Today is better, unless you really don't feel it happening imho. Did a good job Sean, I forgot about body position is so important as is core strength. I struggle everyday n do all the groceries shopping n errands. Without pain meds I'd honestly wouldn't be able to do it most days. I don't abuse them, n never will. Useing a staff or even a broom can help older guys out there. You did a great job explaining I haven't heard for a long time. I can't go to a gym but my son owns a dojo n is a 6th degree Grand Master. Your outdoor gym is just as good, yet I do need to get my kicks n strikes alottttt .

[@joalvarez6252]

Awesome video and instructions chief! Keep it 100%.

[@ryan38315]

I have been neglecting my fitness, now that i ruptured my Achilles I’ve needed some non leg exercises and a kick in the butt to get active. Thank you for the video at the perfect time for me to wake up.

[@1023Endurance]

You weren't aware of pushups and pullups?

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

At age 72 I am trying to get back into the basic exercises you mentioned. Hardest for me is pullups

[@RobertLinthicum]

Stay realistic about pullups. Most U.S. teenagers cannot complete a single pullup. Jump up using a stepstool and keep your chin above the bar as long as you can, and lower yourself down gently. These are called "negatives". You will get stronger.

[@МатвейВшивцев-щ7ц]

Good day! Thank you for the great video! I really like these exercises. They are the basis. The essentials that you need. I personally have been doing 50 pull-ups, 3 sets of leg raises hanging on the pull-up bar (30-35 reps for each set) for 7 years. Also I usually add dips (3 sets of 20 reps) around two times a week. Sometimes I run 3 km. This routine serves me really well. I don`t need any other exercises. I feel strength, agility and endurance. What`s more they are all natural, so thel help me to be healthy.

[@Adam-lo1gb]

Chad, really appreciate the videos, your boldness for Christ, and also the recent documentaries. But I gotta know how do you not have, or avoid runners knee. Very tough battle for me. Any advice??? Thanks man

[@tr4022]

Yeah, running kills my knees. I ruck instead. Feels great.

[@Gigantor60]

30 pulls is a steep mountain to climb. We are talking about warrior strength here. Thanks Chadd

[@eddard9442]

i max at 5 hahaha

[@billystone5069]

You inspire me to be a better man,100%. I'm embarrassed that I can't jog or run or I honestly don't even know where to start and im 52 yrs old.very embarassing..cant do a pull up.

[@johnbowden9578]

Just start. Do one set, max reps one a day for a couple weeks and go from there. Walk, then do intervals with jogging then with up to jogging with sprint intervals.

[@MattBerryCustom]

I feel your dilemma. Just start anywhere, you’ve got this 😊👍🏻

[@tr4022]

Yes, what they said. Doing anything is so much better than doing nothing. I’m 63 and still learning, trying out new things. Good luck. You got this.

[@ROOSTER333]

Freaking so happy I found this channel.

[@J_LOVES_ME]

Thank you for this great video! I have a professional trainer and you are right in line with what he has me doing. These are all the basic core exercises we do and build around (except I don't do burpees, always ends up making my back hurt).

[@Swearengen1980]

I'm the opposite on running/breaks. I stop cardio for a couple months and it's like I'm starting over. Run for an hour, get injured and be out of commission for 2-3 months, get back to it and 5-10 minutes and I'm done. It does come back fairly quickly, but the first week or two suck. It should be noted that if there are alternatives if you have nagging injuries or issues. I have tendinitis issues since slowly recovering from a torn tendon in the elbow. Been 2 damn years. Combined with the beginnings of arthritis/carpal tunnel, pushups and burpees trigger inflammation quickly. Resistance bands come in handy here.

[@TreeSawTTV]

Thanks shipmate Navy SEAL for showing us these great basics.! Thank you for serving.!

[@kraquin]

Preach. Being able to move, pull and lift at least your own body weight for an appraciable length of time for as many years as you can is far more beneficial than winning the bench contest.

[@stupac1313]

I used to be a big believer in this, I would do hundreds and hundreds of push-ups and pull ups a week, and it led to a lot of chronic pain and injuries. The same way running 25-50 miles a week is hard on your joints. Switch things up as much as possible guys.

[@i_would_but_i_wont]

I agree about the strength training, but not the running. If running is beating you up then you don't have a good maintenance routine. But with strength work you can keep your reps relatively high, without the tendonitis, by periodizing high rep cycles with heavy strength cycles.

[@240fxst]

You can tell a man just looking into his eyes. Sir thank you for your service.

[@garydrichard5559]

At 73 years old, plus arthritis cannot do pull-ups anymore 😢

[@dukenukem69]

You can do band pull ups

[@davidgoss9967]

If you go to a gym they have machines that help doing pull ups

[@rodger603]

Have you tried using bands. Girth hitch them around bar. Put your feet in them. Use them to help you get up. I'm a old concrete/ tree worker who competed in mma. I know all about arthritis and a torn rotator cup. This is how I work around it.

[@michaelray5023]

I love this! This is how I approach fitness too. As a retired Devil Dog, I do these exercises with a weight vest. Even the Squat with a weight vest and a 44lbs Kettlebell. The Kettlebell is a great thing. I’ll do Kettlebell Cleans/Overhead Presses, Chin-ups, and Pushups when I’m short on time. Running is also great during those rest days. 💪🏽

[@samfisher9413]

I want my 19-year-old self's abs back. 😅

[@thetruth7046]

At least one of the six would be nice😂

[@Edward-yc5nc]

Good luck, sir

[@JulianEGuerra]

You can do it brother.

[@samfisher9413]

@@thetruth7046 😂

[@samfisher9413]

@@JulianEGuerra Thank you for the encouragement brother. 🏴‍☠️💪🤘

[@arturoalvizo1220]

Hell yeah bro. That's all you need. I would throw in rucking. I do a lot of pushups and boxing (should do alot more back to make up for it) but I like to ruck to help balance it out and keeps me from rolling my shoulders forwards and I think is a good recovery/cardio alternative that is functional and applicable to life. Love your content hoss keep it up!? Sending love form Del Rio TX

[@matthewshaffer9427]

It all made sense to me. Use that body, it's an incredible machine..... which most Americans take worse care of than their car. This body is meant to MOVE. I spent three years in a nursing home due to a shooting and it completely changed my perspective. You don't know what you've got til it's gone. Don't take it for granted y'all, all of these exercises he just showed, should be done everyday, just so you know you're alive.

[@wadeharris4700]

Good shit. We used to do burpees in the joint for cardio. When you’re stuck in a tiny room all day it’s tricky finding ways to get your heart rate up. We did lots of dips and push up as well.

[@dudekdudek9095]

Im a pretty big dude 240lbs muscle n some Beer Belly ,,, Workout alot and am strong but definitely need to get my diet n Beer intake in check!!! I do 50 pullups on occasion in as many sets as it takes ,,,1st set maybe 8 - 10reps and then the reps decline each set but I do usually get 5 per set minimum,,,After doing the 50 pullups total my back is on 🔥🔥 the next day!!! Pullups definitely Bad Ass

[@MichaelLane-v1t]

Like your shows. I am ex military, 74...no right shoulder. Soooo, it's all water work in the pool. 90 minutes a day. I can do everything you describe in the WATER. Carry on and God Bless

[@stevelee3144]

Great video! If I could add one exercise it would be dips, it’s like the lower body squat.

[@RobertLinthicum]

and fast tempo, uphill runs