Cardio vs Weights After 50 (Wish I Knew this Sooner)

www.flippingfifty.com/5dayflip Cardio vs Weights After 50 (Wish I Knew this Sooner) I'm frequently asked: which is better cardio or weights and now science is very clear on best exercise for women over 40, and over 50 and 60 it becomes more true. Three common exercise myths women believe about exercise, weight loss, and gaining muscle strength and tone that are false, have no science behind them, and need to go!
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Are you tired of settling for weight gain and fatigue just because you’re approaching or have already passed age 50? You can still get in the best shape of your life, no matter your age!
Debra Atkinson - a 39-year fitness veteran and international fitness presenter, Master trainer to personal trainers, and a former (15-year) University Senior Lecturer in Kinesiology - created this channel to share weekly videos for women to help with hormonal changes in menopause, pro aging nutrition, and strength training for women over 50.
Debra is the bestselling author of Hot, Not Bothered; You Still Got It, Girl! The After 50 Fitness Formula For Women, and Navigating Fitness After 50: Your GPS For Choosing Programs and Professionals You Can Trust, and host of the Flipping 50 podcast and Flipping 50 TV. She is a frequent blogger for Huffington Post and an expert contributor on ShareCare.
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[@Flipping50TV]

This video has received so many comments! If you like this, you also may want to learn more about progressive strength for women midlife and later: www.flippingfifty.com/strengthin2024

[@justsomeideas9594]

When I turned 44 I figured out I needed to focus more on weight training and less cardio as I got older. I’m 51 now and I’ve been consistently weight training for 7 years. People don’t believe me when I tell them lifting moderate to heavy weights is the fountain of youth. Everyone thinks I’m in my early 30’s, Lol! My body and skin looks really good and hasn’t aged. Muscle preservation is very important the older a woman gets. I feel and look great, my only regret is not taking weight lifting more seriously when I was younger. Btw, I’m a mom of 4 c-section babies😊I lift 5 days a week and cardio 2 days. This is my forever lifestyle.

[@catherinelee9274]

Wow good for you!

[@justsomeideas9594]

@@catherinelee9274 Thank you😊

[@jacquelinemuqui]

Can you share your program please??

[@justsomeideas9594]

@@jacquelinemuqui Sure! I have 3 leg days and 2 upper body days. Lower body is my main focus that’s why I do 3 days. My goal was to have nicely shaped Legs and Glutes(not huge just nicely shaped). Upper body is very easy for me to shape and tone(muscles) with low effort. My workout consists of the following: Leg Day one- 5 min cardio warmup and stretching. Weight Lifting Quad focused, some Calves and some Glutes. Finish with 15 to 20 mins Dry Sauna. Upper body Day one- 10 mins Elliptical, then abs, then Weight Lifting Back, Biceps, and 10 mins stairmaster and finish with 15 to 20 mins Dry Sauna. Leg Day two- 5 mins cardio warmup and stretching. Weight Lifting Hamstring focused, some calves and some glutes. Finish 15 to 20 mins Dry Sauna. Upper Body Day two- 10 min warmup Elliptical. Weight lifting Chest, Shoulders, Abs, Triceps. 10 mins Stairmaster and finish 15 to 20 mins in the Dry Sauna. Leg Day three- 5 min cardio warmup and stretching. Weight Lifting Mostly Glute focused, some Hamstrings and Quads. 2 rest days. Most times I take rest days back to back, depending on work schedule. Sometimes I have to split them up. I still have my periods, so during that time I take 3 rest days in a row. With this routine I’m able to Strength/weight train every muscle in my body. I hit them all weekly and don’t neglect any of them, because they all are important and have a specific function.

[@angeladavies]

Are able to fit in other energy absorbing areas eg house work, gardening, shopping, outside work? As a female I find women like myself did this and now find impossible. Thx.

[@rmputnam]

I am 68 years old, and was feeling old and tired. I started doing weight training and have turned my entire life around for the better. I'm strong, active and feel a degree of youth returned. I. Was first motivated by watching KZbin exercise videos. I truly believe it saved my life.

[@deb9806]

It helps your bones too. After a Dexa I found my spine was worsening and I had stopped doing back as much as abs, arms and legs. Not now, I hit it just as hard. I love the feeling of strength and being able to carry something heavy by myself.

[@jamescrane7034]

add Yoga and you will feel even better. Weights build strength, but do not teach us breathing, balance, and mobility.

[@deb9806]

@@jamescrane7034 Pilates helped me a lot with my core getting very strong and standing taller.

[@MzTeeLadee]

I just turned 68, and changed up my diet a month ago; now ready to move forward with weight training (AGAIN, after being lazy for the last 3 years 😢). Thank you for the inspiration! More strength training is definitely in order for me, along with YOGA, that I’ve been saying I wanted to to and never started. Too many silly injuries recently, just doing yard work and pushing a new vacuum… because of being terribly out of shape is so disappointing! I AM COMMITTED TO CREATING MORE LEAN MISCLE MASS! Thanks again! This is exciting to think about and plan. I injured my deltoid muscle last night, but will be finding other things I can start doing today. 😅

[@TheReneepruitt]

@@MzTeeLadeewhat is the way u eat?

[@pamellacourtright9219]

I was a ballet dancer all my life. I started running when I was about 47 and I loved it. I loved the high, but I didn’t loose weight but I felt mentally good. I am now 56 with broken knees from all the dancing and the running was the icing on the cake. Getting back into heavy lifting/strength training has been the best thing for me in menopause. Thank you for this because it resonated with me.

[@ronb4305]

Have you found the Knees Over Toes Guy’s channel here on YT? You might be able to improve your knees. All the best.

[@Kjane32]

I’ve been using weights for over 45 years now. I started in the men’s YMCA weight room back in 1980. Then I opened my all women’s gym in 1995. Been training women with weights forever!, I am 68!!

[@Flipping50TV]

Congrats! Love this!

[@bevdipinto7726]

Holy cow! This video has really resonated with me. 🎉. I’m now in my mid 60’s. I have always exercised throughout my life - aerobics, running, zumba, yoga, belly dancing. Yes, I’m in your generation of having gone through the many stages of fitness that was popular at the time. It has always been my go to to relieve stress and to find balance in my life. However, going through menopause has kicked my butt😡. I have put on an extra 15lbs to my 5’5” light boned frame that I am not happy about. It makes total sense that hormones play a significant role in weight loss, especially in women. It’s finding the balance that’s important. Clean eating. Cutting down on carbs and sugar and incorporating the exercises that one loves. I’m already on that road as I love yoga, walking/hiking and low impact cardio. After listening to you, I now know the direction I need to head. Thank you to all those who have posted their comments here as well. It’s wonderful to know that we have a supportive community out there willing to share their experiences. ❤

[@incredibleme8473]

Exactly my story. And I m in my mid 50s and gained a few kgs. After menopause.😢

[@karenleboeuf8010]

That is exactly my story. Let’s keep going

[@seon-gyoungadams2257]

Same , but I started to change my diet to conniver this month. Feel good and more energy . Lifting group class is 4 days in a week , Step class and Zumba class is every day ! I am going to have 6 pack when I am 60 . Give myself 5 years but I thinks sooner than I planned.

[@kristidavi]

I'm 57. I'm no longer striving to be a "beauty queen" like I did when I was younger. Now, I just want to live healthfully and look and feel good about myself. I've been a fitness buff all my life. I loved cardio when I was younger in the 80's and 90's especially. I thrived on it. Now, I find that when I stress my body even close to that level, I end up getting sick due to body wide inflammation. My body is telling me it can't handle it anymore. I do much better taking my dogs on a nice walk in the forest, doing lite resistance training and lots of stretching and of course, eating healthfully, but still enjoying life. My body is toned and I'm at a healthy weight.

[@dollimelaine]

this is brilliant..thank you! less than 2 years ago my legs were not working right anymore. I could hardly walk one block and lots of pain. At 63 I knew I was in big trouble. I come from a dance background but had neglected my body for many years. There was a small gym one block away.and although it was not my style at all to go to a gym I went in and met the sweetest lady ever. She put me on the lightest weights. I never over exerted myself and immediately I started to get stronger. 3 times a week with a day of rest in between. light weight, 3 repititions of 10. It took time to walk correctly again but immediately I felt so much better and this simple routijne has changed everything for me. I know alot about yoga, dance and healing. I had read several years ago that weight training was the best for older people. Well, I had to accept I was older first of all and now I am so grateful to this little gym around the corner. ...and I can walk, stand up from sitting and climb stairs...

[@focus1007]

Mam,I am turning 40 this year and developed knee pain since few days..so I thought of starting workout..will strength training help me reduce the knee pain also?? Pls guide🙏

[@sandiebrown9521]

Resistance training with a low carb diet is key to reducing insulin resistance. As a type 2 diabetes woman at 59, this is my focus.

[@Flipping50TV]

Yes, lower, at least. We like to recommend cycling carbs. We do need them around exercise - it's timing that matters most!

[@jlemmink]

Makes so much sense, thank you! 🥰

[@850081236]

Im almost 60 years old and the pounds that crept up after menopause did not budge inspite of being active all my life. 4 months ago I drastically cut carbs out of my diet. That and taking almost daily walks with my dog, a bit of weight training and bikram yoga once a week and the pounds are finally coming off

[@merigoldk.6270]

That’s great you are having success in weight loss. Can you tell me about any more health tips you are doing?

[@incredibleme8473]

I too am struggling with post menopausal weight gain. And I have been consistently working out since 25+ years.but now I feel, all these years of exercise is useless. I m so frustrated.😢 I don't know if I ever will be able to lose the extra weight.

[@850081236]

@@merigoldk.6270 I've replaced the bread I used to eat everyday with a great I buy from the health food store it's called carbonite (something like that) if you Google it you will find it. I also replaced pasta with nutripasta. It's kind of like tofu. I eat salads for dinner, I just together boiled eggs, tomatoes, lentils, whatever I feel like that has no carbs. Look, there's no substituting the real thing, but you get used to eating like this. And keep active!

[@merigoldk.6270]

Hi @@850081236 you stated you replace bread with a great Carbonite? I think part of your message was missing.

[@850081236]

@@merigoldk.6270 sorry Carbonaut is what it’s called 😀

[@leesagordonbeauty5764]

This is so helpful thank you so much!!

[@shoedecour7510]

This is so Good.! I’m so glad I came across this.✨

[@catherinekuczmarski3114]

Very enlightening! I’ll continue watching & participating. Thank you.

[@helenu1182]

Thank you do much! That really clarifies things for me! I need a smart scale!

[@loglan5150]

This is me right now. 52, late stage peri menopause, hot flashes (blah). I stared weight training & walking for the last 3 weeks & lost 5lb. I feel much better mentally & physically even in such a short time. Thanks for this vid, totally helps confirm what I’m doing is right :)

[@Flipping50TV]

Congratulations! You’re supporting blood sugar levels and it’s making a difference!!

[@greggfletcher5485]

I’ve heard this talked about before but you explained it so well- thank you so much!

[@lindyhawthorne2164]

Wow.....thank you so much. Amazing information Watching from Sydney, Australia and just subscribed. :-) 😀I think I will be binge watching your videos all night !!!!!!!

[@analisadomenica6897]

Fabulous. I've just found you. I've dabbling a lot over the past several years and I've done fairly well, but just watching a few videos of yours has cleared up a lot of confusion and answered a lot of my most pressing questions! Thank you - I'm here to stay!

[@diannaman1918]

Thank you so much and this was sooo helpful

[@kathleenenright5600]

Thank u that was so helpful just found ur video i will continue to watch u.thank u for sharing ❤️

[@ghittaeibschutz9513]

I am so glad I came across this video - beautiful, clear presentation; very helpful and advice easy to follow! Thank you very much!👏💐

[@ChrisGaultHealthyLiving]

I really like a good mix of resistance, cardio, core, stretching & balance. It also mixes up the workouts and makes it more fun! Awesome video, Deborah! Keep helping people!

[@ChryscottPeters]

Seeing your video was perfect timing. Now, I'm a subscriber. Thank you

[@cjbfire95]

Yes this is definitely helpful, I’ve been playing tennis for the last 5 years and I realized that it wasn’t enough for me to see and feel the changes I want to see and feel so last month I got a gym membership and I stretch about 20 mins and straight to the weights. I already feel stronger one month in. I actually love doing this, I don’t dread working out so I know that makes a huge difference! Tfs

[@MysticLandho]

Thank you for laying it all out, Debra!

[@JennyCoyote]

Fantastic info and advice - thank you so much! Really glad I just subscribed to your channel at 48 years old. First time in my life having higher fat composition and lower muscle mass. I’m focused on getting more muscle back and hopefully lowering cortisol via walking, yoga, lifting, and dance because I love it 🙂 Take care!

[@briechilli4496]

Thank you so so much, you are brilliant ❤

[@LittleChick733]

I totally get this! I'll be 50 this year, but hit menopause about 6 years ago and my weight shot up seemingly overnight. I tried mostly cardio classes for a couple of years with barely any results. I recently started taking Body Pump classes and have gone down a whole size in about 12 weeks, even though my weight has only gone down a few pounds.

[@michelemusick9899]

So helpful! I just found you by accident and glad I did!!

[@CarolFraserNutritionist]

This is extremely helpful and makes complete sense. I am a later starter on strength training focus at the age of 55. I will be checking out your videos for a beginner strength training routine. Thank you!

[@Misslinneyp]

This was awesome advice. Thank you.

[@lindaboland8869]

Super helpful!!!! Thank you💜

[@trishbech9082]

Thank you soooooo much for bringing sanity and sensibility back into the fitness world for us! This is so reassuring and I’m encouraged to go forward with a new plan! 😊❤❤❤

[@cindypgambino]

This is such a mental shift for me. I’m trying but what I’ve always found is that I now tend to over exercise. I will spend a long time doing workouts with strength training. It’s just shifted from “more” with cardio to now a little cardio and weights but more overall. Working on this!

[@maryanncarmody5646]

Wow, just found you and this video was eye opening. I’m 61 and do HIIT 3-4x/week with two strength training days. Weights are included with HIIT but…now I need to figure out how to move forward. I’m strong but need to lose some weight and find it difficult. Now I know why. Thank you!

[@joanns2681]

You completely nailed this. I have started to realize this on my own, but to hear you say it? Amazing

[@nsrayfield]

The best video ever!!! I’ve heard bits and pieces of cardio vs weights, but you nailed it- very detailed, but very easy to understand. Thank you so much! 😊😊

[@chapletgymworkout]

Thanks for sharing this amazing workout, stay consistent and discipline with good diet. Happy New month to you and everyone reading this message.

[@kimberlyprice2]

Yay! You just confirmed that my approach to losing weight at 58 is working because of everything you just said. I love, love strength training! I was born with metatarsal adductus and walking tends to be really painful these days. I normally just do a 15 minute bike ride to warm up before training. I love to walk after dinner for a short bit.

[@starshine7937]

How well explained thank you so much.

[@kimberlythomas2296]

I just found your channel and I have to say you are a wonderful teacher at 54 I’m trying to figure out the best way to exercise for my body and what your saying is hitting home for me! Thank you

[@yolandadunmore104]

I’m so glad the KZbin algorithm pushed this video in my feed - I really needed this information. Thank you for making the video. I’m sharing this with others who will benefit from this information!

[@lesliiverson6238]

So glad I stumbled over your video. Great information for a 63 year old former runner. Thank you!

[@rhays615]

Thanks for this! After much success in the last three years combining resistance and cardio, with a heavy emphasis on cardio, I’ve been stuck. I was an aerobics instructor in the 80s too, so I was going off that old information. Definitely stepping up the strength training!

[@lenoredelorenzo7855]

You explain it all so well. I will definitely switch to more weight training. Thank you.

[@nancysmith7034]

Great info! Thank you!

[@hotpeachjuicy]

Informative video, Thank you for posting.!

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

Thank you so much for this! 👏👏🤗

[@susannavey4716]

THANK YOU!! I’m 57 and this is the best exercise advice I have EVER heard! It makes SENSE!! I feel so inspired and I thank you for your channel and your top notch information. (BTW - you have a lovely way of presenting info - style, delivery, content. Keep up the great work! You are appreciated!!)

[@juliesharpe2612]

I loved watching this video & have subscribed immediately. Thank you so much for being there. I could understand what you were saying (well most of it LOL) but I can go back over it. I have had weight issues all my life, my weight goes up & down & I am morbidily obese. I have even had a gastric bypass but the weight has come back on. I now believe that my weight issues have been more to do with the severe stress in my life than what I eat. I am 57 just the other side of the menopause & wish so much to be healthy as I have COPD & Bi Polar. I am off to watch some more of your videos & gather my courage (lost that over the last years) to try to make changes without the need of Drs who all seem to have different opinions ❤

[@helenhui8523]

You are so right! I am 53 and have been an avid fitness junkie...totally resonate with you. Absolutely great and accurate info. Thank you so much for the best info that makes so much sense and real especially for over 50s

[@kje8254]

Extremely helpful.. I have been CrossFit and Olympic training. I’m so glad I can think differently since I’m about to turn 59. And my weight is a forever battle. I just need a good strength program that works without over doing it! So appreciate your knowledge on the subject!

[@cymbelinebritain6799]

I didn't start my weight loss journey until I was 53, 204 lbs and starting to go through menopause and I got a HUGE wakeup call regarding how my body uses food for fuel and how it burns fat. I also learned quickly after the sudden death of my partner of 14 years how Cortisol and stress also affect the body (I gained 25 lbs of an 85 lb weight loss back even while still exercising). I've learned more about hormones in the past few years than my entire life prior. I definitely made the shift from too much cardio to more weight/strength training and I lost 12 of those pounds that I gained back from the stress and I although I was still within a healthy weight range when I gained the weight back, I'm now at an even healthier weight and BMI and I have muscle tone. I have excess skin from being overweight my entire life and having 6 babies that I'll never rid myself of, but my body comp has definitely changed for the better!

[@Anita-yx6mm]

Thank you. This was very helpful.

[@Copolia]

Thank you so much for this clear and concise information. I am 51 years old, just started HRT and I have been enjoying my daily walks and I was researching adding strength training to my fitness routine. I was feeling overwhelmed by all the confusing "advice". Your video really helped. Thank you.

[@anjalipatil5385]

Thanks dear for your divine guidance

[@Seasonedwithsalt68]

Such great advice, thank you! As a daily exerciser, I get from where you're coming from...At 55, I am doing a mix of weights and low impact cardio and I incorporate fasting for hormonal health and my body composition/ health have changed so much over the past year. The inflammation you spoke of is definitely a beast to be reconned with, along with hormonal balancing. I look forward to your videos and expanding my knowledge ☺

[@joannedingle3861]

Thank you for the lesson, I’m in my 50 s and like you always was drawn to cardio in my youth. Strength training is more important at this stage for me, you explained the why. ❤

[@silvinaroberti7449]

Thank you so so much! I’m 51 and I love weight training! It has helped me keep my muscles strong and I look and feel really good. Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina❤

[@heathermunoz6282]

Thank you, bunches 🎉 I had a total hysterectomy 5 months ago, plus I have an auto immune disorder. I have been scratching my head, trying to figure out what where to go from here. I've dealt with pain, inflammation, and weight gain. I've always been on the leaner side, but I'm at a loss. This video was a God send.

[@karencoogan5405]

So true I started lifting weights and I’ve lost a lot of weight since Jan plus I do cardio eat healthy I’m going to be 60 in August I joined a gym I go to boot camps I also am getting on the stage 2 weeks out from a bikini transformation I’m way out of my comfort zone doing this but I hired a nutrition coach and posing coach so I will not go back to the way I was this has taken such a commitment I have so much energy now it’s been an eye opener.

[@carolherm]

Thank you for your insight. I've been doing lots of cardio and only dabbling in weight training. After hearing this, I'm going to make a switch. I don't know much about weight training, do you cover that, as well. Thanks, I just subscribed and I'm looking forward to more of your videos.

[@shannonholland6810]

Love this! It is so hard for women to believe this. I am glad more people are putting this message out there! Thank you!

[@valeriefinney6566]

Excellent! Funny how I stumbled on your video. Just started strength training again (actually on and off over 40 years so I know it’s powerful) this past week. Haven’t since before pandemic. I’m female and am very weak at 66 so this is encouraging to hear. All the seniors in my community are beating themselves up pounding the pavement which I also did for 45 years and I no doubt walked tens of thousands of miles. I believe in this and the proof will manifest soon😀

[@SteveL2012]

Very helpful-especially that you explain the rationale for the latest advice and the changing science.

[@traceythomas9804]

Excellent video. Articulated very well. This has always confused me. Thank you so much for this video. 👏👍😊

[@edytatehrani3934]

Yes, this was very helpful. I am 44 and got into strength training. I wasn't sure how often I should work out for best results and how much time to give myself for recovery. Thanks.

[@susanelliot9543]

Deeply helpful. I am 67 typically fit (sure, I’ve had 2 knee replacements) but the Covid aspect helped me gain 30 pounds. I know how to get back. But you have reminded me, inspired me. Thank you.

[@sandpiperr]

I spent my teens and 20s doing pushing myself to do as much cardio as I could in order to burn calories. I honestly felt like if I wasn't running I was only "pretending" to exercise. It wrecked my body, especially my knees. Now in my mid-30s, I started a serious calistenics program after being diagnosed with hyperthyriodism because I concluded that building muscle to increase my BMR was the only possible way to avoid weight gain on anti-thyriod medication. I feel better than I have in years.

[@muffincake9607]

Thanks SO much for your video, I've watched it more than once and sent it to my friend. 51 in Menopause and new to working out consistently. I amped up on the treadmill and started noticing more weight/bloating around my belly and right ankle inflammation. After a week of more protein, weight training and wall pilates I have NO ankle inflammation and my midsection feels incredibly light and so much better. I'm on my way, thank you!!❤

[@TamiThePinkHairedGirl]

7:40 I so agree about doing exercise that you love. I'm 52, post-menopause, and I love to dance. I dance around the house all the time. But about a year ago I started dancing through my workouts at the gym as well. When I'm in between sets while doing weight training, I am dancing, either seated or standing. And this is at the gym! I just decided I don't care what anyone thinks (and, actually, I've had a lot of people tell me they love my enthusiasm and that I make them feel joy!). Not only does it keep my heart rate up the whole time, it makes my workouts so fun! I used to tell my sister, I will NEVER be one of those people who enjoys exercising. But I love my workouts now! I do about 30 minutes of light cardio (a seated elliptical, and keeping my arms moving the whole time), then a full series of weights, then 30 minutes of pilates and stretching, 3x per week. I feel so healthy and strong!

[@baemontane4951]

I am 65 y o and love to be active and exercise. I don’t feel good when I don’t do this. At this age, I am finding it more difficult to lose a few extra pounds and gain muscle. This video made a lot of sense to me and is so compatible with what I am already choosing to do…walks, hiking, yoga, Pilates, weight training, dance/movement, and sometimes biking.Thank you for this.

[@maryschell3263]

I luckily discovered Nautilus in my mid 20’s and The Firm series of workouts in my early 30’s . They explained the science behind building muscle tissue and how important it was and dispelled the chronic cardio that was so popular at that time. Weight training is the true Fountain of Youth!

[@melds9788]

I'm learning from you and all you said was true. I workout for long hours and I was only toned back then coz I gained 15 lbs now. Now, I want to have definition on my shoulders and back. I'm doing leg exercises too. Thank you for the great information! Trainers at the gum only want to train you and not to educate you coz it's their job to get more client (for the quota).

[@catalinaherrera2870]

Thank you so much! This was so useful.

[@pamgodsoe9076]

This video helps a lot. I am 60, I was in shape my whole life. Since the pandemic I have gained weight and stopped working out. I still walk 10k a day but the weight is increasing

[@cinnalouwinna]

I so appreciate this info!! Would you mind telling me what fitness watch you’re wearing?

[@johannaj2009]

Thank you. Very well explained

[@sanderialufabritt8834]

OK. You confirmed for me what I knew for a while. I will definitely continue with my strength training 💪. God bless you for the advice. I am 46- years- old. This will be my future lifestyle.

[@monstertruckmama736]

Fitness instructor or 32 years, now gaining menopause belly fat ugh!!! Rethinking everything I wax taught in my 20's. Your explanations were spot on.

[@Flipping50TV]

Yes, unfortunately we’re not immune!

[@takayasweeney]

All that you say is very true. I’ve always lifted weights but when I was in my mid-30’s I was also doing TOO much, ie…P-90X, Insanity, Power Yoga, HIIT, Jillian Michaels, Step aerobics, Hula dance, Belly dance, Salsa dance, Modern Jazz, Ballet, Walking…just too much and I started actually putting on weight because my body was too stressed. I went to a size 5 which is big for me because I’d been a slim muscular size 0-2 my entire life. I was a gymnast, then a professionally trained ballet, tap and modern jazz dancer and then a professional model. I cut back on some of the activities and completely went off added sugar and ultra processed foods for 2 years, cold turkey. Still ate vegetable pasta, potatoes and brown rice. So definitely not a no carbs diet. Dropped back down to the size 2 I’d always been and now in my 40’s, I lift weights/functional movement every other day, I do yoga/flexibility/mobility on the other days and every now and again I rollerblade about 1 mile. I am maintaining a size 2 EASILY and I get to eat good food and I enjoy my life. We only get one and I want to look good AND live good while I’m in it. 💜

[@belleiccm9801]

Thanks a lot! Very helpful to me.

[@crystalmontalbano9798]

I am 72. I have done weight training since I was 35 but in recent years I haven't been consistent, it has been fits and starts. I am on vacation at the moment and have started doing weight training and yoga videos from KZbin. Starting with 15 mins of each and gradually building up. I bought myself a kettlebell the other day and I love all the exercise videos on YT, so much choice. I have another 2 wks here and already I am seeing results and feeling stronger. I look forward to my exercise sessions and it has become a habit I want to keep up when I get back. You are never too old to start and you WILL see a difference but Consistency is the key.

[@glowc2911]

63 and been doing some type of cardio for all of these years. Won’t change…love it. Love zumba and love SHiNE dance. Love to move.

[@ellec1009]

This was one of the most accurate, concise and precise videos I've seen! Thabk you for all of this great information! I recently had surgery on my elbow and I can't lift barely a cup on that arm. I've been trying to work the other side, but sometimes that lack of balance is challenging. I can't wait until I can strength train again. I used to before the pandemic. I got covid early and afterwards, I barely recovered and I definitely didn't return to the exercise regimen I did regularly. Now, in perimenopause, and in feeling it

[@duncanwalshfitnessweightlo9329]

Enjoyed the talk and absolutely agree! The only thing I would add is that we cannot forget about the huge other health benefits of cardiovascular exercise - the benefits to your heart and arteries, reduces high blood pressure, reduces the risk of diabetes/stroke/certain types of cancer. Muscle tone/weight loss and calorie burns from strength training are all great and more and more important the older we get. Cardio though, is still also essential for the reasons mentioned. For me, I have found the best to be HIIT circuits with a mixture of strength type exercises and cardio. Very easy to adapt to a variety of fitness levels, as well as being economical on time. New Sub!

[@karenleboeuf8010]

Hi there I resonated with this video so much. You have no idea. I’ve been working out and been really successful and now I’m 58 and I’m strength training doing yoga and ab routines. I took two hard falls, one on motorcycle and one power walking and let me tell you I didn’t break anything bc I’ve been so focused on weight training. One thing is I’m kind of addicted to it. Like I want to do all three every morning. Some mornings I have more power than others so I let myself have a bit of a break. This morning I felt like going for it so I pushed hard on Arms and Shoulders. I really appreciated your video. So great

[@graceclermont2592]

Excellent informative 🙏

[@sumtayih]

I feel like this is something I just needed to hear. So well explained, and very motivating too, so thank you ❤ I've just subscribed and liked 👍 This video came in at the right time for me - and it all makes sense to me now 👍

[@amateurnatural1573]

One word, fabulous. Everything I needed to get my life and weight back on track . Thank you so, so much 💓

[@Flipping50TV]

❤️

[@deniseleonard9348]

I am a rehabilitation assistant and I see people daily that have not lead active lifestyles. I am now in my mid fifties and have always walked or hiked. Recently I have joined a gym and started weight training. I do know how important it is for the strength of our bones and our mobility in the future. Knowing this prior to watching your video and you making it just make more sense. Thank you

[@elaineboyd1487]

This was extremely helpful, thank you so much! I do workout and am currently trying g to find what fits for me, almost there. I'm pretty strong and want to stay that way, but I'm noticing that I can't lift heavy for long. So, which is best: lifting heavy for like 10-15 minutes or lifting moderately for 20-30 minutes best?

[@jeristowell2635]

Debra!!! I am 2 months from being 58 years. A long time runner of 18 years. Marathons ect. After going through menopause my body just plain hurt! The past year I finally put the faith in weight training and it's done so much for me. My body is stronger and doesn't hurt like it use to. I wish I would of done this years ago.

[@Flipping50TV]

Super excited for you!! Doing it now though!!

[@lafsolot0962]

Thats good to know. I'm about to turn 59 and have osteroarthritis in my hips....doc said to lose weight and build muscle.

[@reginapiercy1401]

I am a runner too and finding it hard to recoup......do you still run or do you strictly weight train?

[@JL-is9rg]

This is me right now! 58 and my body just hurts. Hands, feet, ankles. Not sure if it's normal. Lifelong runner although I had always weight lifted. Got into the BEST shape of my life during 2020 Covid lockdown weight lifting and using my spin bike instead of running. All gone out the window in the last 2 years due to depression which is a vicious circle because no other excercise helped my depression like running which I'm finding impossible to do right now.

[@CHINADOLL4040]

I rarely leave comments... But I just LOVE your video. I found it very refreshing. I appreciate the, "Straight w/no Chaser", without all of the Peanut & Fluff, conversation. I even found myself giggling a few times. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! BTW, you have the arms of a 20-yr old... I remember when my arms used to look like that! 😱👍👍👍 LOL

[@highfatlowdrama]

I am turning 47 soon and WHAT IN THE SLOW METABOLISM IS GOING ON!!! It slowed down at 43 but this is a new level! I already know the strength training is the way to go but I let all the "Cardio chat" get in my head. Thank you for taking the time to speak to this and doing it so thoroughly and well! Getting older isn't for the weak...hence PICK UP THE WEIGHTS! Thank you!❤

[@Flipping50TV]

You got this and can turn it around!!!

[@oolala53]

We start losing muscle and i our 20’s but we don’t seem to feel it until later. (Other systems are involved. I am so envious that you are seeing the wisdom of this at age 47.

[@soulaudacity555]

Same…it’s the worst😩

[@JoJoFromCT]

I love this. I needed to hear this. I have been doing hard cardio for 5 months. Now it’s time to walk and strength train. I’m 50!

[@TheIvylee1]

Very helpful thank you.

[@julijuls7271]

This was so helpful for me. I've been so hard on myself for not working out as hard as I used to. I think I've just been naturally going toward what feels better for me, yoga and walks. I do some strength training but am for sure going to make that a more regular party of my routine now - makes so much sense!

[@bluebonnet00]

Same here!

[@deborahmclaughlin532]

Wow! I REALLY needed to hear this. I’m 71 and have been exercising since the 1960’s. This is the first time I GET how strength training is better than cardio. I’ve noticed this past year my body isn’t responding to exercise like it used to. Will rework my routine to more strength training. Glad I found your channel.💕

[@jamescrane7034]

Try static contraction for your weights. Peter Sissco