8 Things Nobody Tells You about Gaining Muscle after 40

These are8 things that nobody tells you about building muscle in your 40s. Some things change as you age, but other things stay the same. Make sure you make adjustments to your routine based on the tips provided in this video.
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As you age from 20 to 30 to 40 plus the game of building muscle changes. Some people believe that the younger you start, the more moldable your body will be, meanwhile others believe that your full muscle-building potential won't be achieved until you're at least in your 30s. Regardless, as you age you may have to start doing things differently like adjusting your protein intake, your exercise selection, your rep range, and maybe even your hormones. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions and most people don't know how to maximize their results as they age past their 30s, 40's, and so on, so this video will help you understand what the ideal steps are as you get older.
First let me start by saying that you can definitely gain and maintain muscle well after your 30s. Sarcopenia is a term that refers to age-related muscle weakening. While muscle loss was often thought to begin in your 30s, research shows most people only start losing lean muscle mass around age 50, at a rate of around 0.4 pounds per year. (1) But this doesn’t mean that you’ll necessarily lose muscle as you age because much of that muscle loss is a direct result of inactivity and an unhealthy lifestyle rather than age. Staying lean, active, and eating healthily can delay muscle loss for many years. In fact, we can refer to a study that found that age does not significantly impact muscle growth as a result of strength training in individuals with ages from 18 to 39. (2) And even elderly individuals between 65 to 75 years of age can gain as much muscle as those in their 20s with strength training. (3) On top of that, research in high-level older athletes found no significant loss of lean body mass or strength from the age of 40 all the way to 81 years old. (4) These findings challenge the common belief about inevitable muscle loss as we age, which shows why it’s important to maintain an active lifestyle at all ages rather than using your age as an excuse.
Something else that most people don't realize is that it's mostly a myth that you'll need more recovery time between your workouts. This is mostly untrue even as you age far past your 30's and 40's. Most people can train just as often as before. While our recovery capacity can go down as we age, the decline is much less significant than what most people believe. In fact, some studies show that there's no significant difference between young groups and elderly groups when it comes to recovery capacity at all. For example, research shows that while individuals in their 60s took more time to regain muscle force than individuals in their 20s, the older group experienced less muscle soreness. (11) Another study found that individuals over 70 years old recover at a similar rate to those between the ages of 18 and 30, in the 72 hours following a rigorous eccentric training workout. The study found no differences in terms of recovery time for force production, hormone levels, and inflammatory markers. (12) And we can look at other studies that found similar results. For example a study found that roughly 50-year-old individuals recover as rapidly as those around 20 years old in the 48 hours following a high-volume isokinetic workout. (13) So, just because you’re getting older doesn’t mean you have to train less. Purely from a recovery and performance perspective, you can still get away with training regularly.
With that said one thing that you may have to consider changing to maximize muscle growth as you age is your rep range especially if your joints start to bother you. Research shows that people over the age of 30 and older individuals who lift weights experience similar muscle growth with both low and high-intensity training or in other words they can see the same results whether they're using heavy or light weights. (7) However, as you age from 30 to 40 plus, it can potentially be better to focus more on higher rep training compared to lower rep training where you use really heavy weights, and there are multiple reasons for this. One reason is age-related loss of type II muscle fibers and motor units. When you age, fast-twitch muscle fibers shrink and, over time, lose their nerve connections completely. The number of type II fibers can drop by 25-60 percent whereas type I fibers experience only a reduction ranging from 0 to 25 percent as a result of aging. Even though for most people this reduction in type 2 muscle fibers is primarily due to inactivity, aging itself is very likely to cause these changes as well. This is why you become more slow-twitch dominant when you get older. Slow-twitch muscle fibers are better at performing higher reps with lower...

[@GravityTransformation]

References 1. Sarcopenia refers to age-related muscle weakening. While often thought to begin in the 30s, research shows most people only start losing lean muscle mass around age 50, at a rate of around 0.4 pounds per year. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10855597 2. This study found that age does not significantly impact muscle growth during strength training in individuals aged 18-39. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19749605/ 3. Even elderly individuals between 65 to 75 years of age can gain as much muscle as those in their 20s with strength training. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11890579/ 4. Research in high-level older athletes found no significant loss of lean body mass or strength from 40 to 81 years of age. informahealthcare.com/doi/abs/10.3810/psm.2011.09.1933 5. A primary mechanism of anabolic resistance is that the leucine threshold increases, meaning that you need to consume a higher amount of the amino acid leucine -- and thus protein -- to maximize protein synthesis compared to younger individuals. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25056502/ nutritionandmetabolism.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1743-7075-8-68 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22313809/ 6. In one study, young individuals experienced no further increase in protein synthesis beyond 20 grams of high-quality protein. But elderly people showed a dose-response increase all the way up to 45 grams of protein. academic.oup.com/jn/article/149/2/221/5306850 7. Research shows that people over the age of 30 and also elderly individuals who lift weights experience similar muscle growth with both low and high-intensity training (i.e., both high and low weights). www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995836/ 8. Due to the loss in motor efficiency, research shows that elderly trainees fatigue faster than younger trainees when they do explosive reps but not when do moderate or slow reps. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21868683/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20881888/ 9. One study found that older people experienced a greater increases than younger trainees in protein synthesis and anabolic signaling when doing 6 instead of 3 sets per workout for a muscle biomedgerontology.oxfordjournals.org/content/67/11/1170.short 10. A 2011 meta-analysis discovered that elderly trainees have a positive dose-response to training volume with no evidence of negative effects at higher volumes. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995836/ 11. A 2008 study found that while individuals in their 60s took more time to regain muscle force than individuals in their 20s following intensive, eccentric-only biceps training, the older group did experience less muscle soreness. link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00421-008-0806-7 12. A 2014 study found that individuals aged over 70 recover at a similar rate to those aged between 18 and 30, in the 72 hours following a rigorous eccentric-only workout. The study noted no difference in terms of recovery time for force production, hormone levels, and inflammatory markers. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23493365 13. Another study found that roughly 50-year-old individuals recover as rapidly as those around 20 years old in the 48 hours following a high-volume isokinetic workout. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28859014/

[@xsh4dw]

Probably the only youtuber that i've ever seen put references in his video.

[@TheRealThunderBull]

Outstanding research and bullet points! Thank you for taking the time to do that.

[@rameshbalakrishnan_meoooow]

fk man..how much studies you study...by this your brain should ve developed core muscles

[@mslice09]

Known by the bodybuilding community before 1930 ,..but popularized by Ronald Reagan after he was shot...trainers put back 6 Inches on his chest and 3 inches on his arms during his recovery. at the age of 70 years of age.😮

[@jameskelly7412]

Thank you for putting all of your references here.

[@GymGarageMan]

Was told I was too old in 40s started training in garage lifting rocks doing PUSH UPS on paint cans pull UPS on beams got ripped af at 52 years old!!!

[@charliehaven8517]

Just checked your channel garageman Awesome training keep it up old man 💪

[@KnowledgeNexus152]

I am also very passionate about fitness, which is why I have recently created my own KZbin channel dedicated to fitness.

[@sazmc7642]

Awesome channel garageman subbed 🔥

[@marisan2851]

You're an inspiration!

[@fmagalhaes1521]

Same here. I am not ripped but I am working on it.

[@OlyMar83]

As a 38 year old, in shape and who loves weight training, reading the comments of y’all getting stronger and bigger in your 40s, 50s, and 60s has just made me realise I still got years in this game 😅🎉🎉

[@KiLLaBushWooKiE]

Not me lol 39 and feel old af. Can't lift as often and recover slower. Get injured easily too even in the 8 - 12 rep range. Frustrating annoying is an understatement. I need all the Hollywood super serum and wolverine healing lol. 😔

[@christianbartl1982]

After lots of health issues and maybe 2-3 months of low gym visits I'm up to 4 to 5 times a week without issues now. Knee pain and back pain is gone. 20 pounds lighter(205lbs at 6'1"), muscles instead of fat is the solution for being able to go to the gym a lot. No more soda or beers, protein shakes with kale or spinach or frozen fruit and almost in the best shape of my life at 41. But it took over 6 months.

[@mrm8818]

From what i have read its peoples joints that become the limiting factor in muscle gain. So you are still on the clock :)

[@chrisw5742]

I am 52 with a pacemaker with sick sinus syndrome of the heart and my whole neck fused front and back. I have occipital neuralgia for life. I have to workout to keep my pain at bay.

[@d.cpro3751]

​@@KiLLaBushWooKiEexactly same here and what I found was basic calisthenics and some weights here and there a lot better without injuries

[@midnightsnack1306]

My oldest brother who is 65 been pumping iron his whole life and his body still looks like in his 30s. Strength training is a fountain of youth. I’m 50 and he inspired me to start pumping iron myself.

[@mreverybody1150]

Isochain is the best for everyone, but particularly as people age. You can build just as much muscle without any of the risks with a lot of pluses.

[@michaelpsions]

Im 60 years old, A little younger than your brother, And im lifting just as heavy, And doing just as many reps as I was when I started training 45 years ago. I have 20 inch arms, 50 inch chest and 34 inch waist, like everything else in life, The more you put in, The more you get out. Good luck with your training my friend, Stick with it your never to old.

[@japanstation1]

@@AtacamaHumanoid Could it be diet related? I only ask because people that have moved to the carnivore diet have been able to reduce inflammation and improve their joints. Some have also been able to reverse some sicknesses that they have long been medicated for. I am not on this diet, but I just wondered whether you had looked into it, and whether it may help you. Eating large amounts of green vegetables has turned out to be a double edged sword for some. Wish you the best.

[@Frank_in_Iowa]

@@japanstation1 I was just going to make this comment myself. Carnivore made a huge difference for me.

[@boneymaxfield]

​@@AtacamaHumanoidIt would appear you are an expert on a diet you don't practice or even understand. Just like any other diet or health problem you can't lump everyone and every symptom into a best for this but not that bucket. Thanks for the shotgun approach to diet advice.

[@wileyvet815]

I'm 59 and been working out for a little over one year. I can do only what I can due to work, time etc.. I have built more muscle and strength and look better than when I was in the army at 24. If I can do it, anyone can.

[@exclamationpointman3852]

Love it! Respect

[@ggonzalez435]

Amen. Except for running, I can do anything I did in my marine years

[@careyolson3446]

Almost the exact story here...I mean exact. Wow. I know you've been working your but off to say what you did... Much respect to you.

[@wileyvet815]

@@careyolson3446 Thanks, and keep it up yourself.

[@Russellviews]

lol...Same story for me. I'm 57, was in the Army, and have more muscle than ever!

[@malakai651]

I'm 77 I didn't start weight training till I was 65 but I go to the gym 5 days a week and I'm regarded as looking good for my age by my family. One of the most notable aspects I was aware of is posture, It's extremely important when out walking to make sure that you are standing up straight and not stoop.

[@earlcoles5215]

At what age should a man speak to his Dr regarding testosterone maintenance ? Basically what I'm saying is I know for a fact testosterone declines at a certain age, but when is your testosterone actually VERY VERY lower and different compared to age 35 ? .....is it age : 45 / 50/ 55/ 60 / 65 / 70 ECT etc ?

[@jeffk464]

Sitting causes bad posture. During basic training you are not allowed to sit on anything with a backrest the entire time. By the time you finish you're posture is straight as an arrow.

[@fullsendmarinedarwin7244]

As soon as you experience symptoms of low T you can approach a clinic. I went on at 35 with very low T levels for my age (below 350ng/dl)

[@buddylove3640]

I'm 64 and still lifting. Started at 14. Compound exercises are the core. Then some isolation exercises for imbalances. Plenty of protein and protein powder. Recovery omnipotent. Sleep is paramount. Keep the faith all💪🙏🇺🇸

[@demodemo1177]

How did you adjust protei intake over the years, when you were 30, 40, 50 and 60?

[@chriss3913]

Faith? I don't understand?

[@donaldkasper8346]

Ever try creatine?

[@ngohtafor951]

@@chriss3913 that you'll should have faith in what you do

[@TimGreig]

You just summarised longevity in 4 sentences 💪

[@tedraitch8476]

I am 82, been lifting for 23 years. Recovering from back surgery and hip replacement a year ago. Doing high reps, 12, with 5 to 8 sets, with moderate weight four to five days a week in the gym. Slowing the decline but building muscle. Great video.

[@mart34]

Started running, lifting weights and body weight exercises 2 years ago at 38. After countless injuries and valuable lessons learned, now managed 6 months of almost perfect consistency. Approching 40, and I'm the strongest I've ever been, and I still consider like I'm only just getting started, in it for the long run, healthy lifestyle, strong body, strong mind. No going back.

[@johnnycorn7225]

Guys like you n me need more reps n more warmup sets. When I switched to Arnold Schwarzenegger's favorite 20/15/12/10/8/6 reps approach not only did it stave off injury it REALLY increased the gains and even helped burn more fat. Can't argue w the advice of a total legend!!!

[@PaulvanAarle1]

Can we just acknowledge the amount of work that went into making this video? From reading the investigations and summarising them, to al the animations. Crazy thaty this available for free.

[@grahamt19781]

I'm 45, workout 4-5 times a week, 6-12 reps generally. 200g protein per day. Getting better results than I did in my younger days.

[@KiLLaBushWooKiE]

Lucky you. Always struggled me. 200g protein is crazy to me. If I up mine I just get skinny fatty.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Drop that to 4 times, orceven 3 if fullbody. Recovery is important.

[@KiLLaBushWooKiE]

@raleighman3000 yeh I went to 3xweek full body. Had to really as wasn't recovering. Much better. But still feel like hit a plateaux. And if try push it whether more reps or weight I get injured. Beyond frustrating.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

@KiLLaBushWooKiE without steroids or rediculous protein amounts, which I'd never recommend, we all have a plateau. Best progress I've made is by mostly doing compound lifts. Isolations are finishers. Also, get your testosterone checked.

[@dandyjandon4231]

@@GUITARTIME2024 yeah but you aint gonna reach plateau would require perfect training and diet for 10 yeard us aint nobody really able to do that... skip all holidays and events to resch your ateau for 10 yrs.

[@Noble4Truths]

As a man in his 60's who goes to the gym for strength training 4-5 times per week, this is a valuable video. Thanks!

[@Mr.Helper.]

Are you ripped ?

[@alphaomega1351]

​@Mr.Helper. No, he identifies as obese. 😶

[@blazeswithwolvez7221]

Over training

[@fromgermany271]

Also 60yo and I look much better than 20y ago. After 2y of lifting some weights at home I recently started to regularly go to gym with a training plan. Fun story: I just got a „reduced“ full year ticket for the public pool and had trouble to use it, because the lady at the gate (way below 40y) did not believe that I qualify for the reduced ticket. Quite some time when I was latest refused to buy something because I‘m „to young“ 😂

[@beentheredonethat5908]

​@@blazeswithwolvez7221No way lol. Everyone is different and if he still has the hormones and drive, he isn't overtraining. 99.99 percent of the "science" is wrong, especially if he was already in shape in his youth.

[@colinwhitlock276]

I turned 60 a month ago and I'm in the best shape of my life - and I've been working out regularly since I was in my twenties. I weight train four times a week and take two HIIT classes each week as well. And while I've tweaked my work-out routine over the years, I haven't slowed down, or cut back, at all. Proper form and diet are essential. Plenty of rest too.

[@JamesDavisakaRemguy]

Oh my god, thank you for this!!! I am a 60 y.o. man in a wheelchair and had become convinced that _I was bound to lose muscle,_ and lose the ABILITY to build muscle. As you can imagine, upper body strength is more than a glamour issue when you're on wheels 24/7. I had noticed a distinct decline in my strength over the past couple of years, despite the fact that I am playing a sheer **buttload** of tennis! Obviously, I am not getting the type of stimulus my body requires to improve/maintain upper body strength. Thanks to your inspiring, science-based presentation, I have a renewed conviction to resume my weight training and even learned a few things about my special, age-related nutrition requirements. Thank you VERY, VERY MUCH!!! - Jim Davis, Montréal, Québec, Canada 👍👍✌

[@jksinorbit]

Unfortunately your tennis will actually negatively impact your muscle development...all sports that rely heavily on zone 2 . Think of how generally spindly runners, tennis players and cyclists are.

[@Forgiven156]

Way to go!!!

[@CaneFu]

I've been lifting weights for 51 years and am still hitting it hard at 67 years old. I did finally go on TRT a year ago and it does make a big difference in my recovery between workouts. FYI, I am doing 15-20 reps on all my exercises and go to failure. Keep lifting guys because my experience so far is that it doesn't need to end as long as you're still above ground. 😀

[@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder]

When I went whole food plant-based five years ago what I found out is I don’t have any problems with recovery and no pain or soreness . Same story. I walked into Gold’s Gym when they were in Santa Monica in between the two Venice times. That was in 1978 … my pictures over at the left. I don’t take any. Hormone. Rich S 72yr old bodybuilder…💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@lol4224]

respect 😊

[@thomaschandler4831]

Truth

[@klecoxs2]

I was thinking about TRT but I’m worried about hair loss is there anything you can take to offset this

[@marilubarrera3582]

@@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder What were you eating prior to going plant based?

[@Just4AZ1]

As someone who will soon be turning 70, I find heavy weights, low rep combo still works best for me.

[@Stash_box]

I'm 102 and just started lifting 4 hours ago..I can already see a huge difference and have been getting lots of compliments from the ladies at the Y....looking forward to many years of lifting!!

[@PostingCringeOnMain]

Congrats bro, can’t believe how inspiring ur story is for me. I thought at 108 that it was too late to start lifting 30 mins ago but I read this and now I’m glad I did. No one’s complimented me tho because all my friends and family have passed, but the undertaker will for sure be impressed by my delt separation

[@rainq3359]

😂

[@HeathenTrucker]

Lol

[@probablecauzbreaksjungledn5832]

I just recently turned 48. I train 4-5 days a week. I am in the best shape muscle wise then I have been my whole life. I didn't start really start regular training till about 5 years ago. I had reached my heaviest I had ever been and needed to change my life for the better. I have never looked back since!!! 💪🏼🏋‍♂️

[@thalapathis]

Are you taking any protein powder ? Pls advice if it’s worth taking. I’m 42

[@probablecauzbreaksjungledn5832]

@@thalapathis absolutely I use protein powder. Need protein to build muscle. I can't get all I need a day from just food alone

[@thalapathis]

@@probablecauzbreaksjungledn5832 sure. Thanks for your prompt reply. I heard it will affect kidneys because of the age constraints. I’m planning to take plant based protein powder. Trying to be more safe 😊

[@probablecauzbreaksjungledn5832]

@thalapathis as long as you don't already have kidney issues you are fine. To build muscle you need about .75-1 gram of protein per pound you weigh. I also use plant protein as I am lactose intolerant. I mix with with a pre-made plant based protein shake to get about 40 grams of protein for my protein shake. Throw frozen fruit in it. Sometimes even some powder peanut butter.

[@thalapathis]

@@probablecauzbreaksjungledn5832 sure thank you 😊 Will try for couple weeks and see the result

[@geddstock]

I’m 60 and a 40 year smoker and drinker,I always had a physical job so i carried some extra weight but nothing over 10-20lbs. Now I’ve been off the smokes and only drink very occasionally now but I’ve been training at home for 6 months and been going to the gym for a month now I’m down to a 32”waist and 74kg at 5’11”. People now say wow when they find out I’m 60,it’s a nice feeling guys….

[@vinh777]

Ah man! Congratulations on that huge lifestyle change. Keep it up!😊

[@geddstock]

@@vinh777 cheers mate It’s weird because now it’s my normal routine it’s doesn’t feel like I’m doing anything out of the ordinary.

[@theonewoo]

Too heavy!? What does it mean? Started lifting at age 50. Worked up to 315x5 squat, 365X5 DL, 205x5 bench. Those who express concern I'm lifting too heavy cannot define what "too heavy" is. Going to keep going, listening to the body, making PRs! Any concern I have I bring to my physical therapist, form tweak and mobility work have cleared all problems and he's encouraged me to keep going!

[@jejunamja]

Thanks for the video ... I'm 61 now and have always been active , mostly running and light lifting . The last two years I've changed to more lifting and walking as a means of staying healthy. I would like to see a video focused on people over 60 , as I read though the comments there does seem to be quite a lot of us in that age group .

[@donaldkasper8346]

3 month stints at walking and then biking, weight loss was zero. Since mid Jan at gym, down 14 pounds, but was zero first 3 months. Either some natural resistance to losing wt or was due to start of benching at that time. Currently at 175 lb.

[@jejunamja]

@@donaldkasper8346 yeah you can't just do cardio you got to do weights that's good you changed up sounds like you're on the right road

[@stephenharris7982]

@@donaldkasper8346 that's diet related

[@donaldkasper8346]

@@stephenharris7982 Have never lost a pound trying to diet. But benching does make me less hungry. As my gym trainer would say, he wants me to have more muscle mass, so higher metabolism sugars burn rate.

[@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder]

I’m a 72 year old bodybuilder. I have absolutely no problem gaining muscle. Although my picture is small over there you can kind of see me. I am plant exclusive. I take no powders potions or hormones. I grow really easily. I am between a 14-15 % body fat so I’m not going for contest shape. My diet though makes me look more ripped, which makes my muscles look more prominent. The other thing that’s good is I have absolutely solid even numbers on my blood work even my PSA is 2.5 Similar to someone in their 40s. Being plant exclusive, I also do not have any recovery issues as far as pain or soreness. This makes working out extremely easy. I only work out an hour three times a week +25 minutes on the stairmaster at intensity eight. My blood pressure is 110/55. my pulse rate 55. I take no medicines and have no pain.💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@paulkelloway8641]

I just read your info and I am 56 and I’ve been working out for six years now. You just gave me a bit of motivation to continue my fitness journey. Keep up the great work because you are yielding the positive physical results 😊

[@douglas1982b]

You should start a youtube video. Show your training methods, diets, etc.

[@HidingFromFate]

How long have you been plant-based and how long have you been lifting? Just curious. I've been plant-based (around 98% at this point) for the last couple of years, and I'm well into my 50's. Not really into resistance training though. Always hated and struggled doing it, but trying to become somewhat more consistent about doing it however, given its importance as we age.

[@jtftthjtftth9048]

Nice!!

[@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder]

@@HidingFromFate Five years I’ve been vegan, but I tell people whole food plant based because I don’t want them to think of it as a put down.💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@leesalawitch1386]

Am 60 and definitely in the longer recovery time camp. I have a physically demanding job and work out several times a week. I can outpace many of my younger coworkers.

[@lorq3370]

Sixty-eight years old. I do one thousand pushups a week and walk six miles a day. My father died at ninety-four with only the last two months as a fast decline. My goal is to beat that, especially with access to thousands of years of health knowledge. The problem is the food factories messing with our sustenance - but - Use it or loose it.

[@krane15]

Just so you know, walking is insufficient. No one is going to walk hard enough, or for long enough to make any significant differnce. You need to be running.

[@mdariani]

Perfect. Was waiting for these kind of topics on your channel. Thank you 🙏🏽 Please do more videos on this. People who are 40+ need more content tailored to their needs. Especially when they had bigger injuries, accidents etc. in the past. There are so many misconceptions out there for people who are working out and are 40+…

[@tuannguyen-ms3co]

Age is only a number and excuse. I am 62, but I look and feel better now than when I was in my 30's, 40s, and 50's even though I have been very active in sports and other physical activities since I was a teenager. I walk, run, and sprint 3 miles everyday, lift weights, and use resistant bands for many other workouts. It's all about lifestyle and commitment to what you want to achieve....a healthy, lean, and muscular looking physic.

[@atilathesonofdanubius4277]

First, everything said in this video is spot on. Additionally, and something that we don't talk enough of, is that one thing that takes a dive in your 60s is your cardiovascular fitness. Getting muscle mass should not be a problem for an older/healthy individual (I'm 68and still going), but if you are getting tired in your work outs and feel it's just a bad day at the Gym, or worse yet your heart feels like it is choking (provided you have a clean bill of health from cardiologist) while physically stressing (running, etc.), chances are your cardio is not up to par. There are many ways to bring your heart oxygen efficiency up, but that's another story. Take care of that and you will be back like in your twenties again.

[@TotalFreedomTTT-pk9st]

That is true of me - I play lots of made up sports but this year I realized I needed to bring back more cardio - since I 'fire up" as well - I'm thin and I realized that my heart is also a 'muscle' and it needs to be stronger - same with the lungs or the muscles around the lungs - we just need better and better management as we age - try to eat better and get sleep - but can I ask what is your take on boosting oxygen externally ? useful or not ? like asthma inhalers ?

[@atilathesonofdanubius4277]

@@TotalFreedomTTT-pk9st Oxygen boost is what athletes do because they usually take it to a much higher level to compete. For most normal Joes like me, I don't feel we need it.

[@a.f.s.3004]

Made incredible gains from 47 to 52…increased every body part utilizing good protein, creatine, and hard training.💪

[@ed-te1fp]

Started strength training in my mid-50s and gained plenty of muscle. If you're losing lean mass, there's a good chance it's because you're simply not as active as before. But the solution is simple: lift weights.

[@mreverybody1150]

Isometric static lifts...I wish more people knew about those.

[@MarylandGuy-ey3st]

And eat enough protein

[@paraworth]

Some reasonable points here. As a sixty year old who’s trained resistance for 35 years I feel that I’m more deliberate with me training. Putting you head fulling into the rep and fully developing feel is way more effective than counting numbers. Our mind body connection is ultimately more powerful than some set rep work out which is based on an ego counting scheme. Yes count but don’t let the counting be the master. Challenge adjust evolve

[@epmstrathss4222]

I lifted weights - naturally - used basic lifts from the age of ~16 until I was about 31. My career took me away from lifting as focused and intensely from my early 30’s until around 42. I started lifting again for a couple of years, but a growing family and being serious about the job and going back to school to finish my degree limited my ability to train regularly to a large extent. In my mid fifties, I now walk 3-4 times per week and do whole body weight training twice a week. I’m not nearly as strong as I was in late 20’s/early 30’s. However - and it’s hard to admit it, because being strong and “buff” is a big confidence booster - I will continue to weight train while focusing on function rather than necessarily on power.

[@Pepeekeo808]

At 70 years of age I still lift for 2 hours a session, 3 days a week, but what I notice is the need for more time between sets. I tried resting for 2 minutes between sets, but as the workout continues, my energy declines. Three minutes seems to be the sweet spot for my recovery between sets. (I use a 3 minute egg timer). After that period of time, I'm ready to go hard on my next set or exercise.

[@davet766]

At age 50 I started walking 2 miles a day. I just turned 70 and I have no idea where the hell I am.

[@jackpaperhands]

ahhhha

[@LoeZack]

😂😂😂😂

[@alphamega2481]

😂😂😂😂

[@arbarb7204]

😆

[@juvonycool]

Im 56 and I actually train 6-7 days a week contrary to what all of the experts recommend. Been lifting since I was 15. It's really an addiction that i look forward to every chance I get. My rep count is anywhere from 10-30. I've also been a courier for FedEx for 31 years so I'm constantly moving for at least 10 hours a day. The only thing I can say is if your body and mind will allow it without injury then have it. I can't imagine my life without exercise. Also been meal prepping for the last 9 years. That's a huge benefit as well.

[@georgewilkie3580]

Thank You, GRAVITY TRANSFORMATION. I am 78 years of age. I have been a Martial Arts Instructor (Shotokan Karate - 8th Dan) for 52 years. Besides Traditional Karate training (Kihon, Kumite, and Kata), I have always Weight Trained with Barbells, Dumbbells and various machines. And, I am happy to report that everything you relate to us in your outstanding video is a fact! To be truthful, even I was skeptical about being able to maintain the great bulk of my strength and muscle going into my 70's, but I did. Yes, there has been some very slight sarcopenia, however, as I said, it is Very slight. My Doctor said it's insignificant. So, kudos to You for your excellent and very informative video. Honestly, Your video is the best I've ever veiwed on the subjects of aging, hypertrophy, and sarcopenia. Again, my most sincere THANKS to You.

[@MrJeremytpage]

KZbin hasn’t been notifying me of these videos recently. I’m thankful for all your help and incorporating actual studies in your videos. These are some of my favorite videos on KZbin.

[@charlesandersen8814]

I'm 66. 'Been working out since I was 15. 'Had time off several times due to work and injuries. {car accidents, work accidents, food poisoning, etc} I've found at 66 that working with semi-heavy weights with reps 6-15 seems to work well for me. I travel for a living, so gyms are always different. So my workouts are constantly varied. I also think this helps. Lost 65 pounds during the Covid lockdown due to rupturing my left achilles tendon. {work related}. No gyms open, good food scarce, and immobilized for 6 months. 'Have gained back 18 pounds over 20 months. Working on gaining 15 pounds more over the next year. I know I'll never reach the sizes I had. But that's not my goal. My goal is to be healthy. And I am.

[@jeromehansen3969]

Thanks. There are three tips I will try out. 67 years old. Pushing the hardest I’ve ever pushed. It works

[@woodlandbiker]

At 62 I'm still lifting after 40 years. I was sensible, training smart so as not to cause injury. Nothing has changed because of my age. Same rules now as when I started.

[@donaldkasper8346]

Define "training smart". At 66, 3 months trying bench, up to 175 lb.

[@williamgoe3657]

First, Thank you for putting up this vid. I am 61, very active and fit, although the ravages of an active life well lived has come with scars, aches, pains, and what I have recently been experiencing, ,,,,,, almost no increases in building muscle mass. At about age 30 I could bench 300 and squat 520, but now I am a shadow of that and no matter how hard I was trying, I just couldn't get anywhere near those numbers. I've been fighting to retain Muscle Mass for years now, and having almost zero success. I have been still lifting heavy (definitely NOT anywhere near my 30s) but keep getting discouraged because the results were just not there. More reps, slower execution, and and the other tips seem exactly what I needed to know. Thank you so much..... looking forward to my gym work today more than I have in years!!!!!!!

[@infowarrior4326]

39 here and i must say that 10 years ago i was excercising 6 times week, now i do 3 times a week with day for pushups, day for pullups, day for legs, and stomach at the end of every training. Trying to finish it betwen an hour and hour,15. I have all sorts of pains and injuries but overall i feel as prepared as an animal. Everybody should know their own body good enough and after 20 or 30 years of excercising you should hear everybody but always go with what your body is telling you. As about food i eat everything with focus on meat fish cheas vegetables fruits and rice and as less dough as possible. Trying to eat something with the spoon everyday, something cooked. I wish you all good times and no injuries.

[@fighttechnician8676]

I am 57 years old and train with heavy resistance bands. I switched from free weights and find I get better results with bands. I was a powerlifter in my younger days and used bands in conjunction with free weights but never thought of using resistance bands alone. The results are very satisfying.

[@David.lovesU]

What was you best deadlift

[@fighttechnician8676]

@@David.lovesU 625

[@nellosnook4454]

Thanks for this very important information! 💪 1. Decrease weight. 2. Increase reps. 3. Increase protein. 4. Don’t injure yourself! 🤕

[@mikesbigtank6015]

And increase sets!

[@nellosnook4454]

@@mikesbigtank6015 1. In that department, I believe in “Intuitive Training”. 2. After establishing the maximum number of reps & sets that you can do consistently, allowing your body to tell you when you can incrementally increase the reps & sets. 3. Again, the #1 priority: “Don’t Injure Yourself!”

[@terryosowski8143]

Facts !!

[@kenhoover1639]

I learned so much in this video. I use strength bands in my routine instead of weights. I am 66 years old and I just started working out again after a long layoff 2 months ago. I plan on increasing my training volume and doing 1 - set at the end of each body part routine. Thanks again for the information and encouragement!

[@AdrianWright6363]

2 years ago, at age 58, I took a look at myself and decided I needed to get in shape. I was overweight, unfit, out of condition, had (and still have) a sedentary occupation, enjoyed all the wrong foods and hadn't taken any interest in fitness since my mid 20s. On top of that, my dad died age 61 from a heart attack, and I realised I was on the right path to join him before long. So I started a diet (Noom) and light exercise (mostly walking my dogs and doing a few simple home exercises). To my amazement I started losing weight immediately! I increased my range and quantities of exercises, investing in a kind of "home gym" (nothing expensive - just dumbbells, resistance bands, a situp/weight bench and a treadmill). I wasn't hugely overweight but I lost 35lbs (16kg) and managed to get in the best shape of my life (not really saying much but still). My successes became my motivations, and my motivations caused more successes. It hasn't been easy because fitness and training have never been in my DNA, and I don't want to go to the gym because, honestly, I'm too self-conscious (of being an old git). I also realise that amazing transformations aren't going to happen at my age, having started so late in life. Nevertheless I'm still pushing myself to keep going, and have even added whey protein and creatine to my regimen, as well as various nutritional supplements. Apart from a bad back that I've had since my 20s from lifting my drum kit, I haven't as yet experienced joint pain or injury from my exercising, and while that might be because I'm not lifting silly-heavy weights, I like to think it's because I'm being sensible and realistic about what my body can manage. Of course I wish I could have a personal fitness trainer helping me achieve previously-thought-impossible goals, but my pockets aren't that deep. Ultimately though, I'm very happy with what i've achieved, and as long as I can I will try to keep doing these exercises and eat a balanced diet. The biggest downside has been having to buy a completely new wardrobe because all my old clothes were way too big for the "new" me!! 🤣

[@donaldkasper8346]

Truck rearending me years ago left some lower back pain, but working out strengthening upper body, it is now really minimal. At gym I lost zero first 3 months. May be why many quit. 35lb loss is my target also. I am down 14 lbs. At a gym, no one gives a shit you are alive or what you do. No such thing as silly heavy if you can reasonably lift it without hold your breath or screaming.

[@JamesDavisakaRemguy]

Way to go, man - you are an inspiration for me, sir! I hope to be able to say the same thing in a few months. I _was_ going to the gym a few years ago, when I had a regular workout buddy, but he dropped out and then the Crapola Virus hit, bla bla bla... One thing I was surprised at, though, was how encouraging the younger people in the gym were towards me. I never saw any snickering or sideways glances, in fact, just the opposite. People were too ready to give me a spot or work me in on the equipment they were using. I got a lot of "walk ups" to tell me how much they appreciated the fact I was there in the first place! Full disclosure: I am in a wheelchair, so the reaction is maybe more unusual. Also, since I moving to Canada, I notice that people are a more civil/less hostile here than they can be stateside. You results may vary, but I would recommend at least giving it a try. Finding the right gym is paramount, something less spandex meat market and more multi-generational, i.e. YMCA's, municipal rec centres, etc. Keep the faith, brother - I'll see you on the beach! 😉

[@JamesDavisakaRemguy]

@@donaldkasper8346 "lost zero first 3 months" - Remember that you're building muscle and losing fat at the same time. That probably accounts for the zero net loss scenario. I'll bet your body fat has gone down, but your additional muscle has offset your fat loss, as far as your bodyweight goes. You oughta track your bodyfat somehow (calipers, measuring tape, mirror, etc.), it should give you some encouragement. In the meantime, keep up the good work! You're getting closer to your goals, whether you know it or not. Best of luck - JD, Canada

[@AdrianWright6363]

@@JamesDavisakaRemguy Thank you so much James! I'm thrilled that I've been an inspiration 😊 It sounds like you are motivated to get in shape, so I'm sure you will be "beach ready" before long. I can't imagine what it's like being in a wheelchair but it's great to know that people react well and are happy to help. I live in a small town in rural England and my local gym, while well-equipped, doesn't tend to get many people going there, and those that do go vary considerably. I guess I'm just happier being at home in my little bubble doing my workouts inspired by Jeff's videos. I think if/when I get more serious, then it may be time to hit the gym proper (but don't quote me on this 🤣). If you're okay going to the gym, even without a workout buddy, then all strength to you (literally!!). Take care mate.

[@donaldkasper8346]

@@JamesDavisakaRemguy That is what several others have told me. The weight loss is erratic. 5 lb loss suddenly, the about 2 lbs a month, then another 5 lb or so drop. I would like to do more that gets 5 lb losses, but not sure what that is.

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

67 years old. Working out three days weekly, doing mostly low reps. Higher reps just tire me out with no feeling of actually working muscle. I naturally evolved to eating 2-3 meals a day, about 45 grams of protein a meal. I've been weight training since my 20's and am now stronger than I've ever been in the squat, deadlift, and dumbbell bench press. My shoulders no longer allow me to do overhead presses or barbell bench presses and my knees no longer allow me to run, but I still do some elliptical cardio as well.

[@praveenakilambi8030]

Go swimming

[@somethingelse9535]

Go cycling

[@dewey893loftus2]

What do you consume to reach 45 grams of protein per meal? I'm seriously lacking the protein.

[@dewey893loftus2]

I can't eat whey, soya or anything with vitamin K. I wonder if anyone knows if there is a protein powder that does not include any of these?

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

@@dewey893loftus2 I eat salmon and chicken breast mostly, naturally along with some carbs like rice and vegetables. I have used whey protein powder, but I'm tending to believe it isn't particularly right for me so I am using it less and less. All protein powders (to my understanding) are composed of protein isolates, which are equivalent to monosodium glutamate, (something I want to avoid), so I am going to go with whole food protein. Additionally, all protein powders have nearly doubled in price within the past year, thus have become prohibitively expensive for me.

[@erikhorne846]

Good information, I’m just about to turn 49 and have stepped back into a regular workout routine. I’m actually beginning to see progress that I haven’t seen before by already practicing many things in this video without realizing that there’s studies supporting it and happy to see that I’m already practicing many tips that you mentioned for a person who is just hitting the age group you’re talking about.

[@chrisf8584]

Just watch out for your tendon health. Tendon regeneration is one thing that does slow down with age. Volume training can be a tendon saver. Bicep tendons are especially vulnerable. The [problem with tendon injuries, you won't know your close to their limit until it's too late.

[@vivsama4665]

Love ur topics and the studies/ researches that support your points as well..

[@wherezmemallet4879]

This video is such a relief. I'm 29 and I hear alot online how 30 is the start of muscle loss and it made me stressed out like it's too late for me to train but I'm going to keep at it now.

[@Naut1188]

As a 34-year old, Ive been thinking about this general topic. I've been able to gain strength better/faster than when I was in my early 20's, but Ive had to adjust my routine and even deal with a few joint issues. Balance in my muscle building has become more important. My teens and 20's i learned alot about fitness and how to hack & optimize my own fitness. I'd say I'm stronger now, but food intake and good hydration has become more important for recovery.

[@chrisf8584]

One thing not discussed in this video are tendon's. You can pack on muscle and strength faster than you tendons can get stronger as you age. If you have steadily lifting you whole life, it isn't an issue. But if you are just starting back and are older, you should move up in weight slower. Mess up your tendons and the healing time is much longer than in your youth. But if you follow the advice of more volume and less load, you certainly will be in a safer place.

[@terryosowski8143]

Facts !!!

[@gentlemankennyedwards2533]

THANK YOU! I'm 55 and you just save me a ton of time, plus gave me direction to research more! Bless you!

[@neeps9596]

I'm 43 and only started lifting. After only 5 weeks at 4 days a week in the gym using only dumbells and a lat pull-down machine I'm genuinely shocked at the difference in my body already. I did my research before going in. Got my creatine and the usual other supplements, nailed my diet best I can. I'm only doing the basic starter programme the trainer at the gym gave me for free. 6 weeks of squats, deadlifts, bent over row, lat pull downs, shoulder press and chest press. Hoping to get more leg work added after my 6 weeks are up and graduate to the barbell.

[@FromDesertTown]

After 5 weeks, the only noticeable difference comes from swelling. Actual sarcoplasmic hypertrophy won't build up enough to notice for a while longer. But swelling is a sign you're doing it right!

[@Nunyabiznuts2012]

You should check out Mike mentzer heavy duty program for actually the ideal program

[@Leo-mr1qz]

As a 47 year old woman, I have found that more protein is needed to feel satiated after a strength training workout. I use 1 scoop of Thorne whey protien and 1 scoop of Casien (no sugar & no carb), with a 1/4 cup of grassfed whole milk yogurt, after a fasted morning workout. Plus, flax seeds, chia seeds, Lion's mane, Maca root, scoop of organic peanut butter (for the fat), and hemp seeds. This will keep me full all day until dinner. 😁 Thank you for the informative video. 😊

[@alxdava2004]

Why so many seeds instead of eggs or meat?!

[@Leo-mr1qz]

@@alxdava2004 Not sure, most likely for the fiber. I just got into the habit of adding them into my protein shakes for the nutritional benefits. I do eat eggs and meat. I eat 3 eggs in the morning when I don't do a fasted workout, or snack on hard boiled eggs, and Chomp grassfed meat sticks. I love a good steak, as well. 😋

[@ag135i]

Really inspiring and motivating video, thanks and kudos.

[@refriaire]

I'm 51 and been training since 1987. Everything you say checks out. This year, for the first time ever I've had to lower weight and up my reps. My joints started to ache as I went over 225 in incline bench press, then it started happening in flat press. Legs, the same. My muscles are ok, but my joints? Oh, God. Now I'm doing GVT with lower weghts and it's been working great.

[@thejohnson9204]

Very well described knowledge & information. Thanks mate.

[@SmokyLexicon]

This hit home. About to turn 37 and am forcing myself to 4get the heavy weights i was throwing around in my 20s. Decent weight with strict form/pause reps has been a game changer 4 me

[@maruanopl8756]

Add fucking one or two rounds per day. You won't belive how it grows on stamina.

[@JrobAlmighty]

This combined with drop sets and myoreps for me. So many more options than I was taught in high school and college weightlifting classes 20 years ago. The science has come a long long way from all the bro science stuff.

[@hisinvisibleness-fn8qj]

It's not the weight It's the form You can lift heavy if you're smart about Any major injury I've had was because of poor form Powerlifters have to have strict form or they will be injured

[@JrobAlmighty]

@@hisinvisibleness-fn8qj I'd make a slight adjustment to this is phrased bc people say weight but often they don't mean the literal mass but the impact on their joints. It doesn't matter how good your form is for certain lifts if you have extenuating issues mechanically.

[@donaldkasper8346]

@@hisinvisibleness-fn8qj Pulling muscle can occur at any time just from using heavy weights and the muscle just complains or a tendon has some tear or whatever is supposed to be going on that people speculate about.

[@redties-ug6ls]

I hit my peak strength and maximum muscle size in my mid 50's. I spent 25 years making lifting and diet mistakes that kept me from making progress. When I discovered ways to consistently increase my protein intake and PED's (why lie) I made more gains in 5 years than 25. I achieved a 300lb bench, 400 deadlift, and 500lb squat. My dl always lagged behind my squat. I'm in my 70's now and still carry more muscle than most men in the 30's.

[@BSteel583]

Outstanding video and the links to studies are a great addition. Much more positive about building muscle after 50 than most stuff I’ve read previously, which as a 49 year old I’m happy about

[@SilenceInTheBliss]

Thank you. This was information packed and SO HELPFUL!!!

[@Turboy65]

I've always beaten the trend of losing muscle as I age. And in the past few years I started working out consistently 3 and 4 times every week. I'm now 58 and am easily in the top 10 percent of men in the gym I go to, regarding general strength and lift ranges. I've also gained a lot of muscle mass in the last three years because of it.

[@donaldkasper8346]

65 here. July off from eye surgery, but when I am back, I try for 185 lb bench. Currently at 175 lb. At the rate I had been moving up, might get to 225 by the end of the year. That is from 3 months bench workout. Started out at 55 lbs.

[@joshdance9959]

Fantastic 🙂🎸😆

[@jackmichael888]

Keen to hit the gym tomorrow, who's with me? 💪

[@LEOFADS]

Lets do it

[@pharmclare]

Resistance training is key. Welldone, thanks for sharing

[@elliri3012]

A wealth of information. I appreciate the references. Good work.

[@aznsinner73]

Great video! I'm 50, have been working out religiously 6 times a week for the past 22 years and still can put on muscle/maintain but I have to disagree on recover time being the same when your older as younger men. My recover time in my younger days was definitely much shorter than now.

[@BoomerToJa]

Im 42 several weeks ago I started to feel pain in both shoulders joints an was just looking for video like this - thanks!

[@ordoabchao3955]

sounds like you're doing something wrong in your training. i have some rotator cuff issues myself, it kind of creeps in. i`d review my training routine if i were you. very good to prevent further issues, trust me. :)

[@alexcordero6672]

Yeah, I agree. I'm 59 and ran 10 miles in the blazing heat yesterday and then went hiking with family later that afternoon. The following day, I went on a 4-mile recovery run in the morning and did resistance training in the afternoon with my daughter. I remember when I was in my 30s, I could not run two miles and the gym would leave me sore for days. I feel like I'm better shape today than ever. I read a lot of articles than state that you slow down as you age, I haven't seen that.

[@mysterydiaz5302]

LOVVVE this!!!! Thank you!!!

[@905JimRaynor]

George Foreman was the hardest hitter in the heavyweight division at age 51.

[@dermotthompson2115]

I’m 60 and have neatly 3 decades of karate and 13 years of weightlifting (plus yoga and Pilates) and am stronger than ever and very fit (but not as fast). Still getting the occasional personal best in the gym, and lifting 2-3 times what many much younger guys lift. Only concession is not doing heavy spinal compression like dead lifts. I use mostly dumbbells and cables. Great channel and thanks for all the effort.

[@nunopereira526]

You are deluded. Official World records in powerlifting are not from ppl in their 60's. You shouldn't be comparing yourself to younger ppl in your gym and brag about it online, it just makes you a liar or that ppl in your gym are either bodybuilding(not caring about ego lifting) or just newbies.

[@caliyev2007]

Thank you guys !! much appreciated this was good job !!

[@nicksmith7503]

Excellent video. I have started working out in my early 50's and have continued to my present age of 64. Everything you said is true, i now do more reps at a lighter weight but feel it has not hurt my strength ovrtall. Great info, I learned a few more things from you, thanks

[@funkykong9001]

...says recovery is the same for older people, but then goes on to explain 20 reasons why things are failing as you age and how it would make recovery slower

[@Reppintimefitness]

My 40th Birthday is August 4th 🎉 Already in the best shape of my life

[@1IGG]

​@@ReppintimefitnessThis. Main factor of age is time. It's simply easier finding time when you don't have kids and don't work 50 hours per week.

[@rayzerot]

That's not what the video said. He listed several studies showing that recovery is similar and then went on to talk about several studies showing that muscle composition and function changes with age. So, not the thing you said

[@BWater-yq3jx]

In my 50's now, I moved to higher reps about 10 years ago. But will still add a couple of max effort sets in the 6-8 rep range straight after the higher rep workout. At that point I'm warmed up af and so pretty much injury-proof. 😁

[@okimitchell1043]

Great info 👍👍👍

[@MemoirsofaGamer1982]

As a 42 year old, who's currently injured, after 12 weeks out from another injury, I can say, THANK YOU. I needed this video. I'm going to go to lighter weights and more reps

[@filiphedman4392]

I will definately still be lifting at age 70. That's when it's going to be most needed.

[@KnowledgeNexus152]

You're doing a great job,Keep up the good work! I am also very passionate about fitness, which is why I have recently created my own KZbin channel dedicated to fitness.

[@Mike1960s-teenager]

Fantastic video, told me everything I need to know. These videos are absolutely essential for motivation. Many thanks.

[@craicattic]

Great information!!! Thank You!!!

[@tominfoengnet]

To me muscle loss as we age was never acommon belief, because at 63 and 6' 4" I still weigh the same 185lbs I did when I graduated high school 45 years ago. I certainly don't have the endurance I did when I was 18, but I'm actually stronger and leaner now, and didn't have a 6-pack until the age of 58 when I finally cleaned up my diet. My favorite thing to hear is, "Wait till you get to be my age", and when I ask them how old they are, they're typically 10 years younger. Then I'll hear guys are the gym complaining about "getting old", while they're only in their late 30s, and the most serious sector is obese teens who can't even do a pushup.

[@misterpalmer]

Love these videos. Great info.

[@jujuanbuford]

I really love this channel's content. I cannot be convinced the recovery time doesn't increase as we age. Playing sports myself and working with and observing professional athletes closely has shown me that we become more injury prone, less resistant to duress, and require more time in between heavy exertion.

[@1IGG]

"I ate today, so there is no world hunger."

[@CousinEddy1969]

I am 53 years old and on HRT! I train harder today than I did in my 20s! I am in better shape than 95% of the people in my gym! The key to training is consistency! Never miss a workout! To be part of the 1% you have to be willing to do what the other 99% want do!

[@wyverntheterrible]

Yeah but your juicing, so irrelevant

[@CousinEddy1969]

@@wyverntheterrible awesome... Not sure .25 ml. Every 3 days are considered juicing but whatever makes your insecurities easier to live with is fine by me. Good Luck.

[@wyverntheterrible]

@@CousinEddy1969lol at taking steroids and calling others insecure :)

[@hpmetabolics7558]

Two supplements that I've observe really work on older client: Joint Maintenance and Repair - LaBrada Elastijoint Leucine uptake enhancement - HMB

[@Savagetripper]

This video was great and highly informative!! Thank you

[@generalkaboom6642]

As somebody in his early 20s, I see this as a win!

[@johndonson1603]

As someone who’s 58 I agree .

[@valarmorghulis4801]

33 and I agree 👍🏾

[@BobbyHo2022]

Lucky u. For me I used my 20s tryna find my career and now I'm old in my 40s.

[@radvlad1431]

52 years old started lifting heavy weights (not more than 1 to 10 reps). Been at it for three months and people already telling me I look buff 💪☑️

[@daftdigital]

It's only going to improve! Keep at it 💪😉

[@radvlad1431]

@@daftdigital thank you brother! That helps a lot! very encouraging! 👍

[@charlesyancy5019]

Thank you - very informative !!!

[@bigaz72]

I will say that at almost 61....things are much tougher. Injury recovery, amount of Intensity in my training, keeping on muscle, libido, near range eye sight, yep all of it. But even as you illustrate even the Austrian Oak/Conan/Govenator struggles too. But I guess it has caused me to more focused on my well being than I ever had to be. Great advice that we don't just have to accept getting older. But might need to change things up a bit.

[@nordan00]

So, you’re saying that the fact that I’m literally half as strong now at 62 as I was at 30, while weighing about the same, is on me?

[@genx7617]

I’m 46 and the strongest I’ve ever been. Flexibility and quickness not so much…

[@nickybigg1773]

Great video!

[@RealMTBAddict]

I'm 41 and started going to the gym a year ago. Started with 35lb dumbbell bench press, now up to 55lbs, 10 reps and 8 sets. 140lbs weighted rows, 10 reps and 8 sets. Feels good!

[@chasingshangrila]

I’m maintaining at 50 with 10-12 sets per week. 👍

[@daysoftheboo]

Thank you for warning us about this It's depressing I look at aging as a disease with no cure but whatever we can do to not suffer so much

[@ed-te1fp]

Warning about what? The video was effectively saying if you're inactive and a bit lazy, sure you'll lose muscle. But if you're not and lift weights then you're fine. Unless you're a lazy git, that's good news, rather than a warning.

[@daysoftheboo]

@@ed-te1fp lifting at any age helps but at the end of the day it doesn't stop aging itself , maybe I'm very vain but there's a difference between seeing an old man lifting weights verses a young man lifting weights

[@Jjohnny642]

If you look at aging as a disease then life itself is also a disease as aging is part of life. Enjoy your time here and keep lifting. Just ensure you keep working on mobility

[@daysoftheboo]

@@Jjohnny642 I've always had that view of life and aging since I was a little kid I'm going to do everything I can of course to slow down the aging but ultimately suffering always wins not just the physical breakdown of the body but the deterioration of the body from the outside, all the adults that I grew up with I don't recognize them anymore they look like small wrinkled fragile creatures their hair skin and physical bodies are different like why even have children if they're just going to become those creatures one day I can go into more details but it's sad enough as it is

[@OneManTwoHandsOffGrid]

very informative thank you

[@MatteoRomanelli-kl9fb]

The training should always include a mix of strength and resistance training. This is valid for both younger and older individuals. Athletics and body building are not the same thing and these should not be confused. I’m like the tips and science provided in this video. Great work!💪

[@dieselx506]

So we can say now that the Rock and Mike O' Tren are really natural then, based on this studies lol