Adjust Your Workouts with Age and Injury - DOUG BRIGNOLE

[@zazenforever4940]

I had shoulder pain for years. And I tried everything to correct it- every imaginable rehab exercise, PT therapy, everything! Then I saw Dougs video and stopped doing overhead presses (I did them because "everyone" said you should), and did cable side lat raises instead. Shoulder pain stopped. None. I could not believe it. And it has not returned and to think I suffered for years in pain. Thank you, Doug.

[@tommyharris5817]

Overhead presses have always been good for my shoulders. The trick is to shrug upwards at the top as explained by Mark Rippetoe.

[@zazenforever4940]

@@tommyharris5817 Thanks and I am glad they are working well for you!

[@Ryan_Powers25]

Doug is a great guest. And Ric, you are an inspiration. Thanks for sharing those stories from the old days.

[@robhewitt]

A Big thanks to Ric Drasin for having such a great youtube channel on bodybuilding and a special thanks to Mr Brignole for writing such an informative book "The Physics of Fitness" I haven't been able to stop reading it. The way he explains biomechanics as it relates to exercising has certainly opened a more productive exercise avenue for myself to follow. Excellent book for anyone interested in getting more out of your workout routines with a better understanding of what constitutes a better exercise vs an exercise that is not as productive. Thank you to both of you gentlemen.

[@richardriddick744]

Another great visit with Doug. Thanks for this great content!

[@25inspector]

On the topic of wear and tear...I am 53 years old....For decades I lifted weights, ran, did martial arts, skied and played hockey. Labored as a soldier, cargo handler and aircraft mechanic and I had a ton of fun doing it. However...my body has worn a little bit. I have torn both my rotator cuff's and one was repaired last year....I had torn two tendons off in each shoulder. This year in a month I am getting the second one repaired. What I did during this time I modified my exercise to only do the physio for my upper body and did lots of leg work, walked...what ever I could do that didn't negatively effect the shoulder healing. Eventually I will be doing more "normal" full-body workouts. I also had to recover from heart issues at 48 years old...genetic troubles that lead to heart attacks. I have to admit I am much more cautious then when I was young but I still make efforts every day to stay fit and healthy. I modify as needed and where there's a will...there's a way. Thank you for the info and I will get my hormone levels checked.

[@johnsaville9210]

Great show, really enjoyed the banter. As always I find your trips down memory lane inspiring. At 66 I'm fully engaged in old school training and eating and getting great results. Thanks!

[@patjoslin4087]

Mickey Mantle said if he knew he was going to live this long he would have taken better care of himself.

[@frankevans6659]

As always, great show.. I started lifting at 13 and will be turning 45 this summer, alot of changes over the years but working out and lifting is something I enjoy more and more each year.

[@keithbarbaro7590]

We are almost the same age, I'm 47, and started young too in 8th grade. I was the total ecktomorph and huge WWF fan so I wanted to muscle up.

[@frankevans6659]

Keith Joint pain, mainly in my shoulders and a little bit in my knees, made me back off of the heavy lifting. I used to do each body part twice a week, but now each body part once a week. I still have decent strength and have great workouts, but have to take a different route. Glad to hear you have kept up with the weightlifting over the years!

[@frankevans6659]

Happy Birthday! I will take your advice and reduce the meat and add in fruit as well as making some changes in my workouts. Thanks!

[@wookalar35]

45 myself and still enjoy lifting after 25 years

[@frankevans6659]

Terry Griffith Guys like you are few, keep it up!

[@nealfrancis5083]

Love you two , I’m a level 3 PT and I learn from Doug he is right up there with Jeff cavalier from athlean x when it comes to training smart

[@johnmortimerjbmfitness7753]

Im a level 3 PT also and do exactly the same lol.

[@greekjeff]

RIp Ric.

[@Octopluck]

Great show Ric! As always! Doug looks incredible for 58! Those arms are admirable.

[@jimalice1]

At 63 I can’t tell you how helpful these videos are. It’s so great to have a podcast they relates to my training and lets me know what I’m doing properly, or what I might need to change up. I’ve learned something from Doug every time he’s visited. Wonderful guest Ric.

[@rossy24m]

Do a show on the best exercises 😁

[@dazbenpeter8311]

still training at 50............used to shoulder press 80 lb dumbells at 19.............miss those days..........but still love training...........dum press 33lb now due to shoulder pain, but still have great shoulders!

[@caseyrace]

Thanks Ric and Doug !!! You give a older lifter alot of hope!!!

[@boostclient445]

awesome video! doug is my all time fav guest! so knowledgeable,so informative! Ric and Doug have the best chemistry! Love this! Thanks Ric!

[@kevincurtin7246]

I’m 57 and have been working out with weights,boxing and karate. I still have pretty good strength , my hand speed and power are still respectful because of consistency. Rick ,you are an inspiration to me because I have the same mindset as you when it comes to working out forever. Keep up the good work and motivation. 👊

[@anthonylubic]

My two favourite guys!

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Discoverng "Ric's Corner" has literally changed my life! I can't begin to show you Ric, the appreciation I have over these past 4 years on how much I've learned and benefitting from your show! Thank you! From the bottom of my heart, thank you so very much my friend!!!

[@marcosmorales659]

Ric keep up the good work! I have been binging on your youtube telecast for the past week and really enjoy your stories about about the golden era of bodybuilding. I always lived on the east coast but loved reading about what was happening at Gold's, Vince's, and the Muscle Beach scene. I just turned 71 and was kept motivated and enthusistic in my training by what i read about you and your comtemporaries. Hearing your oral histories about those days has provided me a fresh perspective on my own early experiences with weight training. More importantly, I am greatful for prudent, common sense advice that you continually offer about training and about life in general, particularly when you team up with Doug Brignole. The information he shares is invaluable and I look forward to seeing him on your program in the future. All the best to you both!

[@ketoking9435]

When I was in my 20s,30s I never thought I'd ever give up deadlifts,squats,shoulder press,,,,,but in my early 50s with back disc probs,,there a big no no,,,,,if I had my time again I would have trained lifting much less than I did,,,,,now protecting my back is a priority,,,, Did your channels great as it shows those with a few years under the belt how to train safely and adjust to age,,,,have a great day,,,,

[@keithhoward3719]

Thanks guys you make a great team. Hope to get Doug's book in paperback. I'm old school too

[@AllanBilodeau1992]

Spine specialist Stuart McGill says you shouldn't do crunches, and that repeatedly flexing and extending the spine, over and over again, causes disc degeneration. He recommends doing only isometrics for abs.

[@ketoking9435]

Allan Bilodeau ,,,, Think your spot on,,,I did crunches,sit ups,leg raises for 30 plus years and at 50+ don't do them any more,,,too painfull and yep bad disc's,,,

[@superd0076]

Re nato I agree. Planks and the ab wheel. 👍🏻

[@vasred4265]

Actually the best ab exercise I enjoy are cable pullovers. The upper abs especially!

[@brianbuxton2482]

this is teh negative aspect of exercise ,, repitation under load

[@brianbuxton2482]

body building is a mania ,, haey someone has to do it ,, but unless you are making a fortune out of it is a bad idea ,, ,, coax the body upward ,,, no extream sets - weights ,,

[@br8hix]

I have moderate arthritis and degenerative disk disease in my L5 to S1. I still deadlift and squat. I lowered the weight and increased the reps to try and maintain the volume.

[@jessconverse9742]

I'm hoping Doug considers putting out an abridged version of his book just focusing on the "best" exercises for each body part. I'm sure his current work is great but it's more than I need......

[@Pablo-ye1jc]

The greatest bodybuilding show on youtube. Hands downs

[@badmilk1735]

These shows about working out at 40 plus are awesome and I have definitely had to modify my work outs and hearing you guys talk about it made me feel a lot better about it

[@bookiebashersports]

Great stuff as always relaxing in bed soaking up the knowledge👍💪

[@4um360]

Always enjoy hearing you guys, thank you both.

[@ozelot250]

I’m 43 years old and I love your show. I’m especially interested in effective exercises that really work vs ineffective exercises that harm the body or joints in the long term. I want to continue to workout and stay healthy for my 50s, 60s.

[@jonl207]

Ric, I really appreciate the sessions with Doug. They're fantastic. Lots of great information and fun. Hoping his book ultimately is produced in hardcopy, as was originally planned.

[@jjjuhg]

I comeback to these videos at least once a month. Best !

[@LifeHawkeye]

Ric (and Doug) I adore this show and all the information is both pertinent and factual. I shape my health lifestyle based on your recommendations no lie. Love you guys!

[@chefchef2666]

love the honesty Ric on the trt usage, I believe it's paramount for the aging man.

[@thameurmejri6792]

Always a pleasure watching Doug on the show !

[@stevenharris9716]

You're so right Ric I am 64yrs .young and have had to adjust with age after a long layoff due to a heart attack and congestive heart failure too . So I don't like it but I can't work out the way I used to. But I still enjoy it so I'll go lighter and more bodyweight stuff .👍👍

[@johnphillips8377]

Thanks Gents

[@mattmuscle8249]

LOVED IT HAD FUN WITH YOU GUYS

[@Mike500]

First off, i thoroughly respect Doug and i have adjusted my training plan tremendously as per his remarks in various videos. Just one thing about the tricep pushdown at 9:30, Doug rightfully criticises the problem with the strength curve, but instead of turning around to improve this, you could stay facing forward, get into a split stance, and just rock backwards onto your back leg at the bottom of the movement. So you end up doing a rocking motion, stay more forward with the body on the top, and as you push down, rock backwards to keep a better angle with the resistance. Jeff from Athlean-X describes this in his video "Tricep Workout Fix (SEE FASTER RESULTS!)", i think it's a good idea.

[@paulhupp4293]

Doug Brignole is a CHAMP!

[@zazenforever4940]

Really enjoy your shows so much, and as an older guy wanting to stay in shape this is great info. I have put into place Ric's suggestions for lifting and for the first time in years my shoulders dont hurt! Thank you!

[@ivandzharakov]

this couple works , Rick and Doug great show , love it !

[@kschristensen]

As always a pleasure to watch... Doug and you are the perfect couple ;-) keep up the good work. Doug's book is a goldmine and is a 10/10.

[@shaunmelville570]

74. Your in incredible shape man for your age.

[@Kruscher76]

Great show once again Ric and Doug!! Looking forward to the next show!

[@Vein76]

Doug Brignole drops more logic bombs. Makes so much sense. When's the paper book out?

[@realinohio]

i'm 58 and in the club! Upper body lower body once a week and HIT cardio twice a week. I do take a week off here and there.

[@AZ-su2vc]

Show awesome as usual! Thank you, Ric. Doug is great, too. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@godemperor4249]

Great Show again !!!!!!!!!!

[@DumbbellCentral]

Another great Doug vid!

[@elrey8876]

Right in the sweet spot Ric and Doug - I have seen great gains the last few years but I'm also dealing with sore joints and niggling injuries all over. I need to switch to smarter workouts. Luckily I bought Doug's book - I just need to read it properly!

[@multirevelator]

Oblong Guider is an anagram of Doug Brignole

[@klucsaritsmike209]

Doug ,have you published a list of the most joint friendly exercises for each body part? If so can you advise where to get it?. The book you show in the video probably judging from all the pages has a ton of physiology and theory. Speaking for me ,a "Cliff notes" version stating the best joint friendly exercises would be sufficient for most of us.

[@grego7345]

You don't look anywhere near 74, Ric.👍

[@bigbear3694]

Way to go guys!! , Great video as always. You inspire and inform people and I love it, I feel wiser every time I watch you !!!! Thanks for sharing the knowledge. You should come to the UK on tour!!! David (Uk, City of Leeds). Remember Reg Park!!!!

[@colddeadhands7202]

Brignole’s stuff works I found. Now I see most people at the gyms doing everything wrong. But I can’t insult them, and tell them so.

[@woodulous]

Doug's book saved my elbows ! 💪📖

great video, lots of useful information. Thanks!

[@jamieedgington7958]

Great video Ric, enjoyed every minute

[@hugojaya]

I am waiting on Dougs's book to go to print. I want a hard copy so bad.

[@turnippatrol4607]

I really like Doug but the one concept of his that I don't completely agree with is that ALL muscles are able to produce the greatest forces when they are in a stretched position. There is a line of human biomechanics research known as internal muscle moment arms. These studies examine individual muscles and their "moment arms" at varying joint angles for each plane that particular muscle contracts through. Longer moment arms at certain joint angles for that particular muscle indicate that that muscle has a greater capacity to generate torque at specific joint angles that are not necessarily elongated stretch positions.

[@turnippatrol4607]

I'm glad you took notice of my comment - I've been unable to engage with anyone on this subject. before. A couple of years ago I found information with regards to individual muscles and their internal moment arms: www.strengthandconditioningresearch.com . If you're interested in reading in-depth on the subject check out some of those articles. I tend to believe exercises that feature resistance curves that "overload" (meaning the portion of the exercise that offers maximum resistance/difficulty) the target muscle while that muscle is at a relatively long internal moment arm. My rationale is that longer internal moment arms for a particular muscle relate to its ability to generate more torque. Almost as though the muscle was "designed" to work best at those angles. For this reason it would make sense that there is potential for greater muscle fiber recruitment at those particular joint angles for that particular muscle.

[@joawin01]

Great show ric, really helpful tips!

[@kurtkitchel3716]

Age 66, feeling sluggish today. After watching a couple episodes of "Ric's Corner" I'm off to the gym.

[@pablo9364]

Keeping it real. Great talk .

[@abc456f]

I'm 60 and planning on returning to the gym after over five years of inactivity. Have had one back surgery, L4-5 is bone on bone. Squats, deadlifts, barbell rows, etc. are out. Going to have to be very careful. If I feel any twinge in my lower back, that exercise is done. Hoping I will be able to work around it as I really miss the gym. TRT has enabled me to keep some of my shape but I'm going to have to take it super easy going back.

[@drsmetal2747]

srg914 invest in a total gym.

[@dazbenpeter8311]

YES A TOTAL GYM IS AWESOME , MY PARENTS GOT ONE 35 YRS AGO.............A TRULY AWESOME MACHINE.......GREAT INVESTMENT.

[@abc456f]

DRSmetal do you get enough resistance with it? Always looked gimmicky to me.

[@drsmetal2747]

srg914 Yes, it's no different when you're first starting in regular gym. No, it's not a gimmick. I've been using it for 2 years and I'm living proof that it works. My suggestion is to research through KZbin and other testimonials. I like it, it works good for me. But, of course you want to change things up down the road if you get bored with it. But that doesn't mean it's going to happen right away. Total Gym is great for those who have injuries. It's the most versatile machines I've ever used. That's how Chuck Norris made it through all these years. Just do some research on it.

[@atwaterkent911]

RIP Ric and Doug.

[@davidbanner9001]

Great as always guys.

[@BJ-in-D-House]

Keep them coming! Will you ever go to Franco's Columbo's office & remenince w/ him about the 70's

[@Lightman741]

I don't know what anyone thinks about this, but I only do concentration curls for biceps. I just feel the isolation a lot more

[@gikaradi8793]

Lightman116 - cant agree more

[@dazbenpeter8311]

LOVE EM!...........DO EM STANDING UP BENT OVER ARNIE STYLE.

[@dom50801]

That's how I do them. I do 40lbs for reps and I like how I can get better leverage than sitting down.

[@scottbivens3101]

Great show guys.love ya

[@johntaylor5288]

Always a terrific discussion between you and Doug. Although Doug's expertise is in biomechanics, a show featuring Doug discussing his preferred approach to aerobic exercise would be very interesting. Keep up the great work - both of you. Doug's book is exceptional - I have a master's degree in exercise science and find his work so on-target and enlightening. My prediction: Doug will become well-known as the new "iron guru", taking training beyond what Vince Gironda provided during his legacy.

[@alexmartin-schael7556]

I love this channel, but was expecting this video to be more specific on tips and on what should be done or not.

[@jamesmcdonough3762]

GREAT SHOW

[@5050kas]

Thx guys from a 58 year B.B.

[@bryross3418]

RIC, a lot of guys say that arthur jones machines were much better compared to the present day machines, can you do a short segment on that in the future ???

[@ricdrasin]

I'll see what i can come up with

[@bryross3418]

RIC, thanks a million for putting that show out !, i appreciate it so much, it was very interesting ! by the way do you know what happened to all of joe golds dumbells and the other things he made for the gym ?. i remember you saying that his dumbelss felt so natural like it was like an extension of your hand.

[@Cruiserweight190]

I feel his pain! I tore my right bicep at the elbow 2 years ago the muscle retracted now I have a "popeye" bicep that's all bunched up close to the delt I friggin HATE the way it looks!! ...another great episode BTW

[@paulhupp4293]

Same here, tendon popped, had it surgically fixed, looks brand new, which surprised me. Did not expect it to come back 100% and look perfect, luckily it was the tendon that ruptured and NOT the bicep muscle itself. Still have two Mitek #10 surgical screws in the ulna....

[@paulhupp4293]

Like I said, in my case, and almost all, it is the TENDON that pops/ruptures. Not the actual Bicep muscle. The key is to get it fixed right away. Almost ALWAYS ii is the distal tendon, the tendon that connects the bicep to the lower arm bone, the Radius. The key to to have to have the bicep repaired asap, within 2-4 weeks. There are two ways they fix the ruptured tendon: one is to make a two in incision on the top of where the bicep USED to be, and pull the bicep down from your shoulder and screw what is left of the tendon INTO the Radius bone below the elbow. Ths is NOT the way to fix it because it leaves a huge scar on the top of your arm, where the bicep peaks.Bone is living tissue and the tendon will eventually GROW back, and secure into the Radius. The second way, and FAR superior, is to make the 2 inch incision at the elbow joint, go up and pull the bicep down and do the same thing, screw the tendon back into the radius. The scare will blend into the elbow joint and after 1-2 years IMPOSSIBLE to see. Looks like a normal skin fold. Me and my buddy had the same tendon rupture, at the same time, he did the first type of surgery and had a huge scar on top of his arm, me, no scar. His bicep ruptured LIFTING a 5 gallon Home Depot pale of dry, but heavy, cement mix, the weight just snapped the tendon, just like a dead lift will.

[@srqmojo]

Great Ric U R 74 Stay strong keeep growing!

[@roadstar499]

when you tear a muscle its usually because you are using to much weight... best to start light and add a little more weight at a time...many lifters put to much weight on the bar do to ego's...take your ego out of it... pay attention to your body don't over do it and you will not tear a muscle...

[@thom2847]

There was one vid with either Doug or Jerry Brainum that addressed aging and (I believe) low thyroid and how the body tried to make up for it's lack of hormone regulation by dumping adrenalin during/after a workout. The body being in a constant state of that which is obviously not good and perhaps a cortisol tie in?

[@weximan1]

You guys look great for your ages,I hope I look like that when im 70

[@scottm5121]

Great vid thanks 👍🏻

[@anthony342]

great stuff !!

[@WMeffaMike]

Just joined gym for first time at 60. Finding your videos very helpful. Having trouble finding Doug's physics book online. Any suggestions? Thanks, Mike Plymouth, MA

[@incognitowarrior8394]

I heard you should let the elbows flare out slightly away from you when doing triceps exercises of any kind to prevent tendonitis--seems to work for me . . .

[@lanceh.5671]

Always look forward to your videos! You have said it before but you are so right, just be the best you, you can be! Also who cares about the haters?

[@Porvena]

Good points for us nonteenagers. Thx.

[@tylerlegare2668]

I would love to read Doug’s book but I’m completely blind and it probably wouldn’t work very well as an audiobook

[@oliverjordan695]

Like the intro with your better...

[@brianbuxton2482]

synvisk shots are a realitivly new treatment , i can atest it is wonderful ,, is renewable and has no downside ,, sholders and knees ,, = pain gone !! and easy , cheap SYNVISK = is not a polish beer

[@johnshannon8292]

Great show very informative ,if people just listen lol

[@wogboy8275]

In general what age do you think it’s good to get testosterone checked? I’m 38yo

[@manfreakcaharambe942]

great video I'm 58 I been training for over 30 yrs started in my basement and then joined the ymca!!I still love training hard n heavy but I do need more time off I'm gonna flirt n say ric told me too lol

[@FreeSudani]

Im 38 years old , getting ready for the big 4-0 here to be informed

[@user-fm5gs4qf2u]

Brilliant watching you both. RIP

[@rlachermeier]

8” neck and one shoulder... Love you Ric!

[@brianbuxton2482]

if you want teh positive aspects of bodybuilding over the long term ,, simply avoid spinal comprsssion - and do not do any pressss movements bench press raises big bone spur on rear of scapula ,,

[@Hugatree1]

74? Wow! Awesome!!!!!!

[@channel1800dumb]

I'm not a troll, I love Ric but I said something about his missing finger once that I'd never noticed, and someone got upset sheesh and Ric jokes about it so I told him not to get his knickers in a twist. Love Ric he's awesome, beautiful guy. Someone tell me, Doug talks about crunches but Vince Gironda hated them. Any info on that?

[@serpaco2]

Ric is Doug's book available in print yet?

[@ricdrasin]

no pdf only

[@destinfranks801]

He told me it would be available in April I believe in print

[@brainpower6807]

Ric, can you please ask Doug Brignole about biomechanics of Gironda's - roman chair squats ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnLCiKKtfqd_eqc

[@kurtschreiber838]

His book is a total steal at $50 in my opinion. I bought it a couple months back. I am a Kindle reader so I’ve no issues with his book being PDF. He goes into extreme detail on levers, force curves, etc, but it all makes sense. The exercises he shows are spot on. I might not believe in only doing them in place of everything else, but adding them into a program is well worth it. Best of all he explains exactly why they are good. I’m hoping Doug comes out with a physiology book too. He seems very intelligent.

[@agentile7]

@@kurtschreiber838 What's the title of his book?

[@Lightman741]

I strained my damn elbow just doing bodyweight chin ups. Feels awful doing any pulling

[@vasred4265]

Is it very close grip? I feel in the same scenario as you, until I moved to shoulder-length or wider pullups.....

[@johnmcintyre1965]

Doug never mentioned it so what is the best exercise for Triceps? Skull Crushers?

[@antb3334]

John McIntyre tricep cable push down, arms at the side of the body is what he was getting at. Facing away from cable