7 Big LIES About Exercise and Aging

[@kaymanuel7256]

My husband and I are 62 and 63 and go to F45, 5 days a week. We are the oldest people at our location, but we are both in great shape, as the workouts force us to do those ' uncomfortable ' things. I really believe everything you say here is absolutely true. Thanks for doing this, as we all need to hear it❤ Obesity has become fashionable and accepted. So sad

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Rocking those results! LOVE IT! Always a way to meet ourselves where we are at to move and feel our personal best at any and every age! KEEP IT UP!

[@kaymanuel7256]

@@redefiningstrengthOC Thank you. Your comments just confirmed our commitment to longevity. Happy Thanksgiving from Canada

[@joanlynn1702]

@kaymanuel7256 This fellow Canuck is 56 and totally agrees with you. When old injuries made me regress to progress, I started practicing yoga for ‘gentle’ exercise. Not only did it help heal the injuries, I can do the splits (front & middle) which is something I thought I was never capable. Now I’m working towards handstands. I’ve restarted weight training and my goal is full pull ups and the ever elusive chin up…at least they have been for me 😊

[@kaymanuel7256]

@joanlynn1702 Well done, you! Let's keep doing this! 💪

[@debiwillis9045]

​@@joanlynn1702YES! we don't have to kill ourselves

[@4329Alan]

My father-in-law is 84 and has consistently exercised throughout his life. I’ve seen how his commitment to challenging himself has paid off with better health, mobility and enjoyment of life as he ages, even though the challenges of aging are still present. We just did a 23 mile bike ride with him last weekend. He keeps me motivated!

[@msksample]

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[@Iamwithspirit]

I started weightlifting again a month before I turned 62. Now I’m 63 and I have more muscle in my arms especially now than I did as a teenager! It is never too late!🎉

[@lynnettemurphy8243]

I've been using weights at home for couple mornings but not consistently. About 10 years ago i used to weight train 4-5 days at gym. So tomoro morning almost 2 months off 62, i'm rejoining the gym. I want the strong shapely back, arms & shoulders i used to have. Few other parts could do with a lift as well. 🏋🧗

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

HECK YES! Love it!

[@richardcamacho7276]

At 60 I am now in better health than I've been in 20-25 years. Walking, squats, pushups, lifting weights each day. Hasn't hurt but it sure helps!

[@jillpilcher]

I am 67 years old been lifting for a year consistently .. 4 days a week 1 hour… I lift 15 to 20 pounds … legs 2 days arms 2 days… I just don’t say big results… why is that? My age?

[@janicecrim9515]

​@jillpilcher2854 : You need to use progressive overload and increase the weight you are lifting. Your muscles will not grow, and you won't get stronger if you don't challenge your muscles

[@allstrongfitness]

I teach senior fitness and exercise to individuals with disabilities. 90% of my job is being a cheerleader and rewriting the narrative that YOUR BODY IS STRONG and can adapt. Years of doctors and people telling them to be careful and take it easy.. smh. The thing I always tell them, is that your body adapted to keep you alive up to this point. Why can't it adapt and get stronger and healthier? (it can.) This video resonated very much with my coaching approach. Movement optimists unite!

[@kvbo2564]

Thank you for this video! I'm 55 & virtually no one within my family or friend group does weight resistance training. They bemoan the aging process, yet don't have the willingness to make themselves uncomfortable despite all the evidence of the amazing benefits, especially in strength & mobility.

[@Dave-zl2ky]

I am 73 and have been working out 2-3 times a week for 2+ years. It makes a huge difference. I want to be physically and mentally useful to myself for many years to come. I just did barbell deadlifts this past week and reached a new goal of 125 lbs. I know, not huge but great for me and I felt good doing it.

[@ellenhubbard3717]

I turn 51 in a couple of months and I gotta say, other than menopause (which is a pain), I feel like I’m 30. I lift heavy weights and constantly push myself like I did when I was younger although when I was 30 I ran marathons and wasn’t nearly as strong as I am now. I feel amazing at this age and plan to keep on keepin’ on. Thanks for confirming what I already knew and telling me (as usual) what I didn’t, Cori. You’re the best!

[@rolandsc]

Everyone needs to hear this! Great advice. 62 year-old CrossFitter aiming to be as fit as possible and as strong as possible for as long as possible! 🙂

[@stevet6676]

Right on. I am 74 and I go to the gym 5 times a week, pushing myself to failure, or close to it. Sometimes. just for fun, I see a 20 something year old using 50% of the weight I do. When they stop to "play with their phone" for 5 minutes or so, I walk over and ask "Hey can I jump in for a quick set?" Then I throw on more weight and knockout 10 reps more then they did. When I finish, I thank them and walk away.

[@hsueh1021]

People spend (waste) 50%+ of their time on the phone when they’re in the gym. I just don’t understand why…😅

[@gabriellamcvay347]

Thanks so much My beliefs exactly Bored of people saying your getting older you shouldn’t push I think we need more If we don’t use it we will definitely lose it So a huge thx I am 60 And love getting stronger

[@23aviatorguy]

It’s interesting that you said lifting weights is more beneficial than cardio as you age. Cardio is still good for you heart, but resistance training has an extensive amount of benefits. Thanks for the weekly motivation and knowledge.

[@melodireyes9687]

This was great! As I watched - I kept nodding - yes, yes,yes. I'm 76 and have been struggling with an injury and training is HARD - but I have been assured by my MD and therapist that it is the only way through. I'm not back to where I was, but I'll get there. Your videos are a big help. Thanks so much.

[@msksample]

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[@emblem2425]

I think the MOST important component to training as we age is a really thorough WARM-UP. I do an 8 - 10 minute weight-vested squat warm-up. So before my lifts I am all lathered up and joints warm and lubricated. I also believe the abundance of sugar speeds up the aging process. It inflames joints and causes pain that inhibits people from training hard or lifting heavy. So getting the sugar in check also helps a lot. I recently encountered soreness that persisted for weeks and instead of blaming age I did some research and learned I may need deficient in omega-3s and magnesium. I started taking fish oil and magnesium and the soreness abated instantly.. Like the next day I felt normal again. Also the mind plays a huge role in aging. Think Placebo Effect. I hear people calling themselves old in their late 30's early 40's. STOP IT. You think, therefore you are! The best way to combat aging it RESISTANCE. Training, thinking etc.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

The mental component is definitely so often overlooked. And people deem themselves "too old" at many different ages. We have to remember that we always have the choice to move forward and feel and move our best at any age no matter what challenges come up!

[@amyoungil]

Word. Michelle Yeoh (former ballerina, acts opposite Jackie Chan, jumped a motorbike onto a moving train) said she can keep doing everything, but that she has to be vigilant about warming up now.

[@resurgem]

My go to warm up is rowing, 5mins and a full body dynamic motion routine, gradually increasing range of movement. Rowing uses all the joints in the body flushing all the synovial joints and using just about every muscle.

[@petiteTana]

You are a healthy dose of exercise education. I absolutely love your vids. At the tender age of 15, I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. An extremely extremely painful auto immune disease that eats away at the cartilage of the joints. Due to this disease I could not gain weight, I was a size double 0 for years. By the time I was 18 my fingers looked like a 70 year old woman, and still do because of this disease. This disease ages your body rapidly so by the time I was in my 20s I had a body of a 70 year old, I could not bend my joints properly, and to this day I have no mobility in my wrist. At 47 years of age I said ‘F’ it, I started lifting weights. I cannot hold the dumbbells properly because my fingers do not bend all the way around the dumbbell due to joint damage from the disease, but I make it happen. Four years later at the age of 51, I am still lifting weights, and I lift heavy. Is it challenging? Yes, but I make it happen four days a week nonstop. If I can do it, you can do it. No excuses.

[@daninaydenova7115]

You're pure inspiration ❤❤ I'm sorry life's been so mean to you :( I am sure you've tried and done everything, but in case you haven't - Irish Moss did miracles for a friend of mine who was also diagnosed with this jra. Irish Moss and moving to Jamaica for couple of years...

[@petiteTana]

@@daninaydenova7115 thank you 🙏… I always said that I will try Irishmoss. And yes, the warmth is great for the joints. I went to Jamaica a few years back and yes! The weather was amazing for my joints. A great relief.

[@dianawatson-speakingseed751]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@teridavis4972]

You are a inspiration! God is using you🙏

[@superfit60]

RIGHT ON! At 60 year I have aches and pains but I still get out and push HARD... there are machines that make my hip implant pop... I know to avoid that machine and substitute something else. for example the lying leg curl,,, i do the seated instead... Its good to have a goal... Its good to find a trainer to help with proper form... At my age we can do more than push a 5 pound dumbbell for a shoulder press... I agree cut back on chronic cardio to keep the muscle gains... go HIIT on stairs a few times a week instead of miles of running o the treadmill..,what worked when we were 30 does not work now... you can not out train a bad diet.

[@leanneunicomb2660]

Thank you for calling out ageism! It’s fantastic that you have shown rigorous exercises in the video, all doable by men and women of a certain age. Instead we’re told to try chair yoga (please) or the handbag lift (really?) I feel so good after an hour of almost daily exercise, like those that you demonstrated. I know the enormous benefits to bone health, mental health, fall prevention, dementia prevention among numerous others. I’m not taking my knitting bag to sit quietly in the corner waiting to fall into disrepair.

[@bradleyborlase7251]

I'm 73, a retired surgeon. 10 years ago I survived septic shock. I woke up while my family was planning my funeral. I started woking out in 1966. I was benching 400 lbs in 1972 while in college. I became a triathlete and marathoner. I was in good shape. This is what saved my life. I lost 40 lbs of muscle in 2013 due to septic shock. I had to learn how to walk, fed myself, I'm sure you get the picture. I had a trainer for 6 years in Boulder CO. He was very good. But he was afraid of my aggressive mind set. I fired him a year ago. I returned to heavy training and this made all the difference. I'm regaining my strength, balance, and ENERGY. You are correct. Develop strength and train hard.

[@deedougherty786]

don't stop, won't stop..training smarter and harder..

[@dandelionfluff_]

I'm always been prone to tendon and ligament issues. As I've aged I've learned that good form is essential. I also increase my loads more gradually than I did when I was younger so I can be sure to keep that good form. Slow by steady is the way I have to go!

[@lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64]

I absolutely agree!💪🏋‍♀️💪🏋‍♀️

[@grahamhowe7648]

Fantastic advice, i'm now 62, still working really hard at the gym, interestingly I seem to be getting less injury niggles than I used to get 10 years ago

[@tedj432]

God bless you! I Never considered competitive powerlifting until I got talked into it by a friend at 66 yrs old. I then set a national powerlifting record 35 months post cancer. And that was after a 52 lb loss in 10 weeks due to throat cancer. My conclusion is the same as yours 😊

[@ImTheCitizenInsane]

"Unless you planned not to use a toilet ever again, you should fix that squat". Perfect! I'm turning 45, have been lifting for 3 years, and I love the idea of being strong and stonger.

[@leonarddavis6453]

EXCILENT!! I'm 71 years old and have been involved in various sports for most of my life. I began getting serious about weight training in 1981 and have been very actively involved into this day. I feel as healthy and strong as I did when I started. My younger sister started training with me a year ago at 66 years old. She is very happy with the improved, physical and mental change That she's experienced, at this stage in her life. It's always great to see the shocked look in people. faces when I tell them how old I am. Every person owes it to themselves to increase their quality of life as they age. It's not as hard or as time consuming as people think.

[@joelrutkowski7388]

100% agreed, 2 heart attacks in my 40's, stage 2 kidney failure, now ay 56 I'm as fit as I was when I got out of the Navy in the early 90's.

[@NotMolly-jf2rh]

I felt exactly this way but now that I'm 60 I'm kinda struggling just to maintain my fitness. Nutrition is on point, I follow your channel and advice. The regress to progress is a gold nugget. I used to be all that. Now I'm struggling with wall pushoffs but I progress, super slow.

[@bethagosta8782]

Yes! It drives me crazy that people assume because they are 50..60..70..even 90 that pain and weakness is normal! My parents roller skated (old fashioned waltz style, backwards, turns and all) competitively until dad was 80 and won in the age category 35 and older. They only quit when he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Because of remaining active, he still lived to be 94. Mum did the limbo on roller skates at 79 and still was going down their suicide hill in the snow on a coaster in her 80's. Yet people including my husband say that's not normal. Normal is what you make it! YOU choose what is normal by you actions. Normal can be healthy and active or sedentary and unhealthy in pain. Mum lived to be almost 97, btw.

[@paulb1915]

I'm 55. Have been hitting the gym hard for almost a year. Best physical shape of my life. I can vouch for everything said in this video. Great job laying it out!!!!

[@Drrck11]

Great advice. I've seen so many people use age as an excuse not to do any exercise and it frustrates the hell out of me.

[@mmillsrd]

Cory. Great video. I am 53 and feel better than when I was 30. I agree to you have to train differently but still train hard. Thanks again for another fantastic video.

[@ashrafjafari9119]

Thank you for these brilliant points you brought up. As Middle-age women, everyone of us should listen and consider in their exercise program .Your videos are super helpful please keep going ❤❤❤

[@duncanbleak3819]

Nice to hear these ideas reinforced and made clear. At 62 years of age, I must stress the equal importance of regular, daily stretching and overall flexibility as well. Excellent video!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! Prehab work is so key!

[@myenglishgig5182]

So grateful for your videos and newsletter, Cori! You are the most amazing motivational and inspiring presence for women as we get older. THANK YOU 🫶🏼👏🙌👊✨⚡️💪 KEEP AT IT AND WE’LL KEEP AT IT TOO!

[@TT-rt2kh]

WOW Cori, you're on fire. 🔥 I love the straight talk. I'm getting older, but I've been working on mobility, stability, and flexibility. I've got a LONG way to go, but I've come a long way, and the progress I feel motivates me to go further. And I've been unconsciously guilty of not pushing myself harder, and this week I'm going to push myself thanks to this video 👍👍👍

[@dancooper6447]

Thank you for another spot on video! Life is not meant to be a spectator sport!

[@davidb3990]

I’m 53- look better and feel better than I ever have- cut and lean- weight lifting is a godsend - and your videos!!

[@beamission4834]

I agreed all what you've said, im going 60 now and I still go.to the gym in which i really enjoy what im doing, i rarely can"t see person of my age during my workout, thank u for ur encouraging views on older person to do workout❤😀

[@lizstewart2715]

I love your videos and your perspective on working out!!! Thanks for all you do!! 🥳🥰🫶

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Glad they help!

[@tamaramontgomery631]

You have to keep moving!! The body was meant to move. Weights and stretching is best. I am in my 60s. When I discovered yoga that was the magic fix for me. I still also do weights and small amount of cardio. Seven minute app is excellent !!😁😁

[@AnexoRialto]

I started going to the gym when I was in my early 50s. The pandemic was the hardest because of just working out at home in my city apartment. Your videos really helped with exercise ideas. I went back to the gym this year at 66 and it wasn't too tough to get back up to my former level because I didn't loose that much. Maintaining conditioning is really important.

[@jkglisson1]

My wife increased her bone density by lifting heavier weights.

[@loristewart7537]

So true! Thank you for this inspiration.

[@bonperal]

You hit the nail on the head my friend. Excellent video. Thank you!

[@gemmacuevas2798]

Every time I watch your videos and hear you, I feel energized, and motivated! Thanks!🤗

[@st4331]

I turned 60 this year. Last year I was over-weight and people said it was normal and just part of aging. I didn't want to believe it, started running again, lost 15kg, and last week ran a 50km Ultra. I'm fitter than I've ever been and feel great. But, I do now need to work on my muscles build overall strength.

[@BEARTHEWEIGHT920]

Another great video Cori! I'm stronger now at 41 than I was at 21! Love reading the comments too, very inspiring to keep going! Love your channel! Have a great day Cori!

[@BillLinAZ]

I get tired of hearing the if you are over XX years quit doing this exercise. I am 61 and still deadlift 405x6 or 7 on my first set, then drop 10% and AMRAP and drop another 10% and AMRAP. Maintaining strength is so important as we age. I did have to stop bar squatting this year due to some dizziness issues but I replaced bar squats with belt squats and that worked. Thank you for this video.

[@lindawoody8501]

Outstanding advice. I am returning to training for state and national archery competitions in 2024 in the 70+ age group. Last competed back in 2018 and moved across the country, pandemic and then injury. Working past a knee with Osteoarthritis, and a 3 year recovery from a torn rotator cuff. Can do it and yes, I use an unloader knee brace and do as advised by Ortho.

[@ohmycatvideos]

My great grandma was a ballet dancer, and when it’s true she stopped performing on theathers when she was 30 she kept dancing till she was 70 and had to stop, but she power-walk till days before she died

[@suzannemcvicker617]

Have you seen the Essentrics program developed by a former professional ballerina? It's amazing!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Love that she found ways to keep moving!

[@bhavnasharma4704]

Girl I totally love you. At the age of 51 i am learning new skills and challenge myself with new forms of workouts I have maintained my body weight and it feels soo soo awesome... You feel old you get old.. Cheers🥂 to 50+gorgeous beauties.

[@1lwtcasl]

I am in my early 70s and have been watching many you the videos by trainers in their 50s and above and am working to be in the best shape I have bee in decades-

[@lorishoe12]

I pushed myself too much a year ago and hurt my shoulder. I'm 49 now and I just went in after not training hard for years and thought I could do what I did 20 years ago. I was wrong! Now I'm going to P.T. and trying to heal. I feel so discouraged . I had plans to be more fit by 50 than I was at 30 when I felt the best I ever have and right before I became pregnant and everything changed.

[@naturalsystah]

You can do it! Learn from your injuries and keep going. I had so many setbacks myself, but don't give up on yourself. Take your time, no rush and you can reach your health and fitness goals.

[@resurgem]

You can do it! Slow careful and sure wins the race. I'm 67 and have had a few injuries in recent years (mountaing biking) but I rehab carefully and come back stronger each time. Keep going, dig deep and you will get stronger.

[@lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64]

Love it!! I'm 62 and have been lifting heavier than before! I think as long as we lift heavier in a slow progression, and know when we're going too heavy, we'll be okay. Slow and steady, with good form, wins the race. 🏋‍♀️🏋‍♀️🏋‍♀️🏋‍♀️

[@Hillbillyalmcc]

Thank you for doing this video. I am 64 male and coming off some right hip and knee pain. I’m coming back to the gym and my biggest obstacle has been fear. Fear of hurting myself further. Fear of doing something that hurts and interferes with my performance at work. I am slowly making my way back to consistency.

[@julianpenfold1638]

Brilliant. I think it's good to emphasise positive things like feeling strong, but perhaps for some they need to be shocked or frightened into working on strength by pointing out that unless you do so, you simply will not be able to do the things you used to be able to do. I also wonder if a lot of older people get enough protein.

[@akanafan]

I AM A GUY,ON MY 50 WITH 3 HERNIAS FIXED BETWEEN 2018 TO 2020, AND START TO DO EXCERSICE MORE TIMES DURING THIS WEEK THIS YEAR,AND I FEEL GREAT,YES,SOMETIME I WAKE UP SO TIRED,SOM PAIN IN MY LEGS,BUT AS TIMES GOES BY, I DON;T FELL THAT PAIN AGAI, BESIDES,I CAN'T ALLOW MY SELF TO GAIN WEIGHT AGAIN BECAUSE I START TO FILL PAIN WHERE I HAD THE HERNIAS, I GOT CHECKED AND NOTHING IS WRONG,SO I GO EASY ON WEIGHT, DOING CARDIO,DUMBELLS, SOME PUSH UPS, EASY THINGS,BUT I LOST THIS YEAR AROUND 14 POUNDS AND I FELL NICE.

[@leoventresca7867]

Great video, as we all age it's even more important to have some physical activity in our lives

[@XHollisWood]

Cori , I Love the inspiring advice 🤍🤍 Thank you so much ✌️ have a perfect week ahead 🫶🏻🚒 Jesse

[@paula6439]

This is a good pep talk . I need to get back into this .

[@JH-zr8lo]

I started training Pole dance 3 months ago, I've been training Aerial hoop for 3 years with a 20 year background of yoga. Never thought I would be as strong, graceful and flexible at 64 when I was in my 30-40's playing tennis and running marathons. A lifelong athlete, even though I was very middle of the road in high school sports. I agree--keep challenging yourself!!

[@charlesf4493]

Thank you. So important to say.

[@dianabailey9757]

Im 63. Im comfortable with being a bit uncomfortable. My climbing partners are sometimes half my age. The problem solving in climbing is good for my brain and my body. Having goals means Ill cross train, eat better and pay attention to how I feel. It doesnt mean I stop. It means I find a way to keep doing it.

[@GottaSayIt]

I started lifting again at age 62. A year later, I’ve lost 30+ pounds and reduced 3 clothing sizes. I look and feel great. However, my strength progress hasn’t been as much as I anticipated. Anyone know whether older people will progress more slowly?

[@smartanajones4u]

After being away from The gym for a month due to surgery, I needed this! So spooky how im getting ready to return to the gym and this video just pops up out my f nowhere in my feed. I’m beginning to think AI can read minds now.

[@paulvalentine4157]

You have a great gym. Great video.

[@nimblegoat]

First video of your channel I have ever watched - to the point and not pushing this or that - we have more knowledge than those who went before us - still other day was out for a hill walk with my dogs - and met a guy in this nineties doing the same sans le chien - we may or may not gain such years - but they are healthier years - her regime may not exactly be for you - but some strength exercising is a given , then any other fun activity - surfing , sport, hiking, backpacking the world -- build a lot into your day - squads or presses of kitchen sink while waiting for the hot water - balancing on one foot or stretching while cleaning your teeth - taking the stairs up and down ( down just as good for muscle control and balance ) - Who wants to imprison oneself in a frail body - struggling to hold your head up - Just bought a kettlebell not only strength but can get you puffed and work the whole core - real bang for bucks . Also exercise your mind - learn a new language an instrument etc to starve of early effects of dementia ( ie more flexible , protective mind ) - In a month or two of lifting weights in my own home + good diet , creative , I stand taller and can feel my stronger muscles just by being

[@adegbenroagoro5180]

Thank you very much Cori.

[@user-gd9vh5kp1m]

Hi, since I was born I will have played about 20 sports. Truly! I did 10 years of Karate, 12 years of Free Climbing, and I've been swimming since I was 10. Etc. I am not tall: 170 cm - 60 kg. But now they told me to stop because I'm old; because I'm 65 years old, and I'm starting to see some wrinkles on my face... Luckily I discovered your fantastic channel! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU !!!! (Greetings from Rome)

[@kimcarroll1129]

I’m 60 and just went back to running and lift 3 days a week heavier than ever. I do Body Combat classes next to an 80 yr old lady, both of us doing burpees. Shes amazing! I wanna be doing all this at 90+

[@tridelltransportation3603]

The toilet…. Driving over the road it’s common to see the hand bars in public restrooms. To me they were like the Sirens on the Rocks. I know people need them for various reasons. But it my case it would have been just fat and out of shape. I’m never going to bench 275 again. I’m never going to squat 290. But …. I can still crank up Disturbed and Rage Against the Machine and Slipknot and Alice In Chains and I can still mumble “come on you fat f…. “ when I start my next set and I can still chase bad guys in my mind when I hike in the desert. I’m pushing 70. I know I’ve seen the last of the mountain top and I know how it ends but I’m trying to continue with style. I’ve been following this channel for several years now. Every bit of what I do is base on the things I’ve learned on here. The biggest has been the mental thing. Cori is a realist and her talks about basically falling of the trail and just giving up because you had a bad nutrition week have been especially helpful to me. I don’t view that sort of thing as a disaster anymore. I just start up again the next week. I even schedule dietary caution to the wind weeks once a quarter. That planned indulgence makes the next three months more doable. As always, all the best to you and yours Cori and to everyone else on here.

[@YahArmor]

Love this! preach it! 🎉❤

[@paulocoelho558]

An excellent video highlighting the profound connection between exercise and aging. While it's true we all age and return to stardust eventually, I am in my 40s and I started to exercise a bit late because when I was a teenager I didn't care that much but I feel the benefits and that's amazing! 😉😉

[@normandduern2413]

I keep coming back to your videos again and again for ongoing inspiration and confirmation that I'm on the right track. I was always pretty active with cardio (swimming, cycling, rowing) but only began weight training seriously and systematically just under four years ago, at age 72, and what a difference it has made (by training seriously I mean twice a week with a personal trainer and a third session on my own in between). Muscle growth in old age? This last week my biceps came in at 13.25 inches - up from 11.75 inches two years ago. OK, I won't be taking the Arnold Classic by storm, but as to the inevitability of losing muscle and strength with age - doubtless it must come sometime, but it's amazing what you can to put it off. And as to lifting heavy - for bench and deadlift, for example, my trainer regularly has me doing three sets of eight reps each, and a fourth set to failure (currently 95 pounds on the benching, 155 pounds on the deadlift - BTW I'm, male, 160 pounds, 5'11`` and 76 years old). I'm still slowly increasing the weight, doing fewer reps to start and building back up to 8-10 reps per set. I will presumably reach an absolute upper limit sometime, but I'm not there yet and don't know when I will be. Oh, and my posture has improved hugely. I supplement with Tai Chi and cardio. Thanks, Cori, and do keep the good advice and uncommon good sense coming.

[@universeofnone]

Thanks so much for gritting your teeth and repeating yourself. I am 53 and doing Karate regularly. My mind hates it and my body benefits from it 😂. Thanks again for the inspiration.

[@D.Rivera-bh6xc]

I like your message here that at any age you can build muscle, muscle is goooood.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

HECK YES!

[@hmmm..2733]

Great advice all around. You have a new sub!!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Welcome! 😀💪

[@Toogoodtobetrue458]

Its quite ludicrous to slow down just cuz you hit a certain age. I’m 53 in a couple of weeks Please stay active and keep pushing the weight logging in the miles - don’t let age be a limiter.

[@lindaholcomb9469]

Frustrating, but achievable zone - phrase for the day!🙂

[@BorealScott]

Excellent Video!

[@rogernorton6583]

Did you say "Chronic Cardio!?" Acurate!.

[@PAGodinez]

I very much appreciated this vid. I'm 70. Losing fat seems impossible. 1/3 of my body is fat, regardless of my weight. I've worked out regularly for 5 years, lost weight and gained some but this spare tire has me so miserable. I just don't know what else to do. I don't understand vegan macros since all food is a combo of them. So hard to plan. Sigh

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I'd recommend starting by just even tracking what you're currently doing with your diet to make small swaps. Here are some great ways to focus on bumping protein as well - kzbin.infouI8Yxz3UNKY

[@jejunamja]

Yeah, I agree with you. I mean I’ve been a lifelong runner and I’m 61 now. I guess I’m almost 62 and I’ve added more weight training the last couple years to keep the muscle on I’m still the same weight I was when I was in high school and I would say I have the same flexibility. I guess I started at an early age just each day you exercise cause it’s just like you eat healthy food and your exercise. It’s just part of life and so I just kept it up.

[@annickvalentine7599]

I want to do it but don't know how to get going. I have no muscle endurance, and when I try to lift weight, I feel nauseous 🤷🏽‍♀️ I will give it a try again starting this week, hoping this will get better.

[@marleypalacios7265]

I agree we need to push ourselves no matter the age but people who are chronically ill this cannot apply. Too much Hiit training for someone that has Hyperthyroidism can be a problem. It all depends on medical conditions for some.

[@running4fun863]

Totally agree with you

[@jenlen2631]

I work out 7 days a week for at least one hour daily doing one or a combination of Zumba, Pilates, Weight Training, and stretching. I am 63. Reoccurring injuries and pain (not associated with exercise) are factors for me. I have tried to keep working to push through these injuries and pain, but it becomes worse, so then I need a week or two recovery time. I then get back to my workout regime, but after about 3-4 weeks, the cycle repeats. I am frustrated with this and am perplexed by it. There may come a time that I can no longer do this.

[@rajkumar-to3cp]

I subscribed for the dog! Great video btw. Also, it will be highly beneficial if you could kindly make a video on the best way to exercise without losing facial fat since I've heard the fat on face helps one look younger. Many people overexercise and they crash diet which gives them a gaunt face.

[@darren9564]

I am 57 and do 90 minutes of kettlebells x 3 per week mainly using 20 to 32 kilos including up and down stairs with 2 x 32 kilos, 1 x long Ride 80 miles and 3 x shorter Vo2 max and hills and mtb single track and feel on top of the world. I can full Turkish get up with a 36 kg bell. I feel like 20 😁

[@truthseeker4869]

Excellent! Thanks!

[@kimmacquarrie2726]

Thank you

[@yarivaldes3152]

100% true ❤ we have to 💪🏽 hard

[@seansartor]

Y’all better listen to this woman. 😎🔥👊🏾💥💰

[@paula6439]

Wish you would make some “at home exercise for beginners “ (videos for the elderly) …..I’m 67 and would love to make a start

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

I have an app with those! If you’re interested in learning more here is the link redefiningstrength.com/dynamic-strength

[@mikeince2929]

Love this hsrd hitting stuff

[@EdelweisSusie]

Hello - would you do a short video just listing the things you eat in a day please? I'm in my 60's (on no meds) but my appetite seems to have disappeared - some days I just drink water all day and the next day a have one meal a day. Trouble is there are so many health 'experts' on You Tube but they all tell you something different so I wanted to go straight to you as you're obviously physically fit and ask a direct question. Is this possible please? And thanks for the encouragement.

[@lisaahmari7199]

The problem is knowing the sweet spot between pushing hard enough and messing yourself up. At 58 I have several spine issues....a cyst on the spinal cord being the most painful. I keep pushing myself with weights and callesthenics....but last week I went too far. Had to stop for a week. Getting the cyst taken care of a.s.a.p. but I am still ferklumped as to finding that balance. I was athletic as a teen and in my 20s....I know HOW to do all this stuff. Just sucks to work hard for 12 weeks and then have to sit out (hopefully just) a week because of spasms that your own choices caused. I'm supposed to listen to my body yet also override messages to get stronger. In our youth, we bounced back from pushing too hard. Now we fracture stuff. Frustrating. First world problem....but still frustrating. 😵‍💫😵

[@adeleb3098]

Hi. I accidentally discovered your channel and binge watched many of your videos. Thanks for the easy to understand way that you present your information. I have a question about knees. I had a total knee replacement a while ago. At first, I regained my mobility at a rapid rate (thanks to an excellent physiotherapist!). I now have problems with exercising, as I can't stand on my knee. Even using a folded towel creates serious discomfort. I am over 50 and working hard at it to get the "old folks" off my back for doing what I do. I work at a desk. But I love being active, outside and I love my horses! Can you help with an exercise routine to get the dumb right leg back?

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Welcome 😊 Without a proper assessment I wouldn't be able to make a suggestion! Have you seen a PT since?

[@adeleb3098]

@@redefiningstrengthOC unfortunately not. But thanks.

[@lorraineyanez4301]

😫 now I have no excuse, lol. I turned 44 yesterday and yes things change. But you have to adjust but keep going.

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

YES! 100% things change. Our lifestyle even is constantly evolving BUT there is always a way to focus on feeling and moving our best at ANY age!

[@5-es4mn]

Nothing is change. Like Eleni fit...women look the same at 25 and 45

[@PankajSingh-sh2ev]

Your videos are very very helpful .. respect from India 🇮🇳 for your physique and content 😇

[@shekatagani]

Good tips! Thanks!

[@redefiningstrengthOC]

Glad they help!

[@sheffieldamanda]

Preach Cori 🙌