Low Impact Dumbbell Cardio Workout

[@cindyviles219]

This workout surprised me how much it got my heart pumping!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Mission accomplished Cindy! 🙌

[@emilycolby5629]

Dumb bells in a cardio workout are great! Really makes low impact even more fun! Day 21 done!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You know it Emily! 😃

[@janaross8186]

That's a kick off to a Wednesday morning! Happy Hump DAY!!!!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Thanks Jana! Back at ya 😃

[@taratomory9744]

I had to jump ahead in the workouts due to not being able to workout 2 days this week. The knee repeaters are 🔥

[@FitnesswithPJ]

👍

[@eileenwilliams4894]

This is my last day in the Patreon Community; I am moving on to figure out the Over Fifty Fitness Community for the next year and see what it's all about. Great workout again, PJ! Happy Friday!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Hi Eileen! Welcome to OFF! Be sure to check out the Welcome/Start here videos - there's much on offer and they are really worth looking at! 🥰

[@flora6465]

Cardio with weights = genius! Proper sweaty for a low impact workout 💪

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Definitely! 🙌

[@carolinelegg6110]

Happily worked out! One of those rare workouts where you don't realise just how much you are working!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Gotta love that! 😃

[@michelleelizabeth299]

Last time I did this workout I used 5 lbs.- this time I stuck with my 8's :) Proof positive that PJ's challenges WORK! Thanks for a great workout PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

LOVE THIS Michelle! You rock 🙌 💪

[@ellencolangelo2200]

I take weekends off from you, PJ, and I just finished today’s calendar workout. Let the party begin!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Deal! Party time it is 🥳

[@mariletz]

Thank you PJ! So much news to share: (1) I found out that at least 5 of my gal pals here in OR are working out online with you (yay me - lol) and (2) my LH & I just set up a new workout space - no longer in the living room (yaHOO), but in our garage. Nice & cool down here - awesome! We both loved this workout - thanks again from one of your Patreon peeps here in Oregon 🇺🇸🌲✨🙌🏽✨

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Fantastic! You are amazing and I appreciate your support sooooo much! It's awesome to have a dedicated workout space 💕 ❤️

[@sandrabrinkley9529]

My triceps are sore from one of the earlier workouts, so on the press and taps I had to decrease the weights each round. Lord. Good, sweaty workout!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Good stuff! Go Sandra 💪

[@celesteoliva2383]

almost there...almost there. i can't believe it. Thank you so much PJ

[@juliettanner6171]

Relatively painless way to get in cardio - thank you! And you can't cue too often with me. I need constant reminders, so you'll never be a nag!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

It's all relative, isn't it Juliette? 💗

[@carminagarcia8708]

Perfect for a zero motivation day! Thank you very much

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You rock Carmina! 🙌

[@lisabarrettwilson34]

Feeling a bit under the weather today. This workout was perfect. Toxins were flushed along with my favorite stretches.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

I hope you feel A LOT better now Lisa! 💕

[@margaretflynn1288]

This one ticked off all the boxes for me today, especially the stretch. Some days, your body craves the strrrrrrrretch. Thanks, PJ!❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

I agree Margaret! Our bodies need stretch and mobility as much as strength/cardio!! 💗

[@lynneprice420]

wow that got me, it was harder than it looked! Thank you again for another awesome workout. I'm loving this challenge. Since finding you a year ago, I honestly look forward to working out with you every morning. I'm 44 and I've always maintained a good level of fitness but you've improved my routine by introducing me to the massive benefits of having a range of dumbbells! You're awesome x

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Soooo good Lynne - You're so welcome! 🤗

[@audreyrice996]

I'm always surprised by how quickly these workouts go by! Day 21 - check!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Likewise Audrey! You rock! 🙌

[@chrisostojic4131]

Day 21 done! Lots of fun using dumbbells with cardio!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

I love it too!

[@mariadamato9740]

Why were 8 pound dumbbells so heavy to lift? I usually press 15’s. 😝 and how funny I stopped when the doorbell rang. Hahaha 🤪. Great workout! Thanks PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

It varies with different styles of workouts - this a cardio workout, with higher reps and includes movements that move out from body centre - requiring lighter weights! 🙌 💪

[@mariadamato9740]

Got it. Thanks for the explanation 👌🏼

[@trishweber6321]

I did 5 lbs! Definitely made more of an impact! Keep doing those modifications… really help when needed! 💕

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Perfect 🤩

[@krostron]

8 lbs were very challenging! They made it feel more like a strength workout than cardio, but I stuck with them. I can't believe it's already Day 21!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Way to go! 💪

[@lenzenville]

Thank you for the add a demonstration on how to do the exercise where the dumbbell comes under the bent knee

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Most welcome! 🤗

[@Agnes-xm3dt]

Loved the use of dumbells in a cardio workout!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

A great way to add some intensity! 🙌

[@mandylloyd6750]

Great way to start my week... especially when I almost talked myself out of exercising. I'm thankful for your monthly calendar (yay-Patreon!) so I didn't have to think - just click and play!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You are so welcome! 🤗 🙏

[@jillgeist1532]

OHHHHH yes! Got a decent little sweat going with 12 pounders! Love this.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Oh I bet you did! Great job! 😃

[@beckytanner6350]

Hey! Hey! I started the original unstoppable challenge at the new year 2024 baby and super excited for two reasons. Last year I was suffering from some serious old injury cause me grief. Did my best but not loving it as much as I could have. Well so happy today that one I’m loving the challenge and lifting 2x heavier that last year and two looking forward to the unstoppable challenge vol. 2🎉🏋️‍♀️

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You . are . awesome . Becky 🙌

[@puzzledpets]

This was a great follow-on from the stretches yesterday and a week off (skiing so not exactly relaxing!). It is great to be back to it, thanks PJ

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Wonderful! Hope you had an awesome time away! 💕

[@jing.ocampo]

Adding dumbbells to cardio just amps it up! 💓🔥 Still love this one!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Sure does! 💪

[@brigettemoran8387]

I was clumsy but I made it through. Thanks PJ.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Great job! I'm sure you crushed it! 😃

[@karenhayler4158]

Day 21 done. Really enjoyed the dumbbells being included

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Way to go Karen! Woo! 🙌

[@sbakes1577]

Wow, this packed a lot of sweat and burned calories in a very short time. A new favorite! PJ - I’ve been a bit inconsistent with your workouts lately as I’m dealing with some health issues, but I’ve got to say - you are looking your best ever! Wow! You’re proof you can still be hot over 50! 🔥

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Oh! How lovely are you? Thank you 🙏

[@stephanieb333]

Thanks for a great workout!!! Totally thought my doorbell went off and then realized it wasn't mine. LoL 😂. Day 21 done and feeling much stronger 💪. Thanks PJ!!!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Haha! I think a few people had the same thing happen 😆 Go Stephanie!

[@susancollett9194]

PJ that was fabulous! and lovely timing with your "How are you Letter!".. a little achy in the morning but😘 feeling stronger thanks to you!😘

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Go Susan! Day 21 in the bag 💗

[@jeanetteweiler3448]

thank you, pj. another fun, different workout in the books that made me sweat and question life choices (or at least the # on the weights)! i do want to say too that your cues are always appreciated! when i started with you, they were eye opening as just a tweak of position would make the stretch or exercise so much more productive. now, i still fall prey to bad position when i forget or am tired so the cue is still great and still needed. when i am in the right position and i hear your cue, i'm just reminded of how much i've learned with you, how little i knew before. so very grateful for the calendar and all your knowledgeable hard work!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

This is awesome Jeanette! You are smashing your workouts! 🥰 🙌

[@carmenross1077]

Very challenging but I made it ,it’s kinda fun too. Thanks PJ for constant reminder , don’t call it a nag, it’s very useful , that makes you different from other trainers . Thank you

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Thank you Carmen! You rock 🙌

[@nicolebergeron2777]

Love your workouts PJ! I wake up early 3 times a week and workout before starting my workday.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Love it! Way to go Nicole! 💕

[@staciemberton2565]

I absolutely love this workout. First time I’ve ever used dumbbells for a cardio workout. It was so fun and challenging that the time just flew by ❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Woohoo! Go Stacie! 🙌

[@linaminnitiful]

Day 21 done! I really loved this workout. Adding the dumbbells got my heart pumping! I was surprised how much my arms fatigued in the step-out/press.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You got this! 🥰

[@sookiestackhouse9866]

This is probably my favourite cardio as far as cardios go haha it helped that I was in the mood to move it too I guess haha and I never feel like you are nagging! I love when you remind us how to properly bend and such. I NEED constant reminding because I'm always worrying I'm doing it wrong so thank you for the reminders! :)

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Love it! I'm here for ya! 💕

[@dianahale6229]

Woohoo! But goodness…the 8’s got heavy…your words were exactly what I was thinking doing the press/tap outs…I stuck with the 8’s and pushed through it!! Thank you as always, PJ!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Way to go Diana! 🙌

[@lesleyreavis7315]

I really was challenged with balance today, but slowed down and concentrated and got a little better. Thoroughly enjoyed the challenge today. Thanks PJ

[@FitnesswithPJ]

That's exactly the way to go Lesley 🙌

[@margaretflynn1288]

Day 21 was great! I used an assortment of weights, which worked well for me. That banana stretch felt so good! ❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

It's one of 'those' workouts where all the dumbbells come out! 😃

[@joginski]

Wow. That was tough. Feel accomplished that I stuck with it.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Nice work there 💕

[@tammyt4959]

This workout seems innocent enough but my HR got up to 159 BPM! Definitely feeling the burn with those 8 lb presses but watching you just inspired me to keep going. LOVED IT and appreciate getting such an affect from low impact. Off to do one of your amazing ab workouts now... 😘

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Awesome Tammy! Low Impact does not equal low intensity !! 🙌

[@lisadenbow8565]

Day 21 complete, feeling awesome . Thanks again PJ❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You ARE awesome Lisa!

[@gracelagrue4327]

I really had to talk myself into working out today and I´m so glad I did!! Thanks PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Great job! Some days are definitely like that 👏

[@michelleelizabeth299]

Day 21 done! Nice quick sweat- thanks PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Aaaannnd DONE ✅ 🙌

[@lisaluciano4973]

Loved this! Love using the weights in the cardio! Day 21 🎉!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Because we are badass 💪

[@janicemaloof556]

I really like this workout! The dumbbell kicked it up a notch! Thank you PJ!!!!!! Appreciate YOU

[@FitnesswithPJ]

And I appreciate YOU Janice 🤗

[@ShannonEggelston]

Thank you for the reminder to push through our heels. I have bunions; I think because I have a tendency to lean forward all the time, bearing most of my weight on the balls of my feet. I would hate to lift weights and reinforce poor positioning on my part! Thanks for doing YOUR part of sprinkling in posture recommendations. It's not nagging at al!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Way to go! Thank you 😊

[@Amy-vz9ll]

Loved this workout PJ! Breathing hard, sweaty and felt it in my arms and legs.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Keep it up Amy! 🙌

[@lizglasby6051]

Loved using dumbells for cardio - thanks PJ

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Spicy love 🌶 💗

[@theresaargie1688]

Sometimes the simple ones are the hardest!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

So true! 😃

[@mariadefatimafatima8077]

Amazing! Pj of the day DONE 🎉🎉 Day 21 uhu

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Smashing it Maria! 🙌

[@pattycraig7170]

Yeah I was questioning my weight choices on that first round of press & taps! I dropped down to 5 and even that was challenging at the end! Great cardio! Day 21 Done! ✅

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Nice work Patty ! 🙌

[@abigailsandham]

This was one sweaty heart pumping workout. Great stuff. 👍

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Yes it was girlfriend! 💕

[@angharadgaylard2565]

Loved this after a very long day in work 😁👌

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Oh yes Angharard! Perfect to let off some steam 🤗

[@chrisanderson4914]

I enjoyed this very much - especially the stretch at the end - thank you!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Awesome Chris! 😃 🙏

[@tracyjones5335]

Tacked this on to Day 19. PJ you’re bloody amazing, thank you so much 🙌😍🌻

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Wow! Big effort Tracy! 🙌

[@carolinelegg6110]

A great start to Monday, very enjoyable and effective workout. Thanks PJ

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Yay!! Have a fantastic week Caroline! 😃

[@jennydawson1281]

Day21 done ✅ away for next 2 days so will have some catching up to do Thursday.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Have fun Jenny! 🤩

[@dianemirich5556]

I was able to use 8 and 12 lb weights, exciting for me to see the change in ability! Thanks pj!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Awesome 🤩 👏

[@cindybrooks7709]

Thanks so much for adding what watch setting we should use!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You're welcome Cindy!

[@colleengirl1]

Great way to start off the new week! Thanks pj, you're the best! ❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

No, you are! 😃

[@bridgetbaker2809]

Day 21 done! Great short sweaty workout!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

🙌

[@jburwinkel]

Excellent! I love all the information you give us throughout the workout.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You're so welcome!

[@amymartin-cole3843]

Great way to start the day! This has me sweating! Thank you.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Perfect! 🤩

[@kariejosie9148]

This is now one of my favorite workouts! I may be crazy but I like doing the repeater knee better with a dumbbell. I can feel my abs more ❤ Thank you PJ for creating such a fun cardio with weights workout!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You know it Karie! 🙌 Glad you loved it!

[@susanlumley5547]

This was fabulous. I can really notice my increase in fitness, especially my core when riding my 🐴. Thanks pj ❤️

[@FitnesswithPJ]

This is the BEST Susan! 🙌

[@mandylloyd6750]

Great challenging workout! It went by fast, too!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Time flies when you're having fun! 🤩

[@lauraharris3302]

Thank you, this is excellent even the way I did it, which was all sitting. And the most perfect stretches at the end!!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Way to go Laura! 🙌

[@beckytanner6350]

Day 21. 🎉🎉🎉🎉thank you pJ 27:23

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Yay Becky! 🥳

[@georgiecameron4007]

Day 21 done ✔️ this was such a fun workout pj and it really got my heart pumping 🤪 My arms are cooked thank you 😊

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Great job! 🙌

[@anneschoendorf6840]

So excellent all the way through! Thanks PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

GREAT Anne! 🥰

[@jing.ocampo]

The tap and press was a killer with 13lbs 🥵, but stuck with them and powered through! I love this cardio workout! 😄💗 Day 21, done! 🙌 (One more week to go! Yay!)

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Woohoo! 🥳

[@amygrace7826]

enjoyed this one....had to drop to 5# on the overhead presses but all good!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Great job Amy! 👏

[@sarinalam4907]

Thanks PJ. I use 3kg today. I burnt 81kal for the past 27mins

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Keep it up 👍 😃

[@jburwinkel]

This was challenging for me today! I did enjoy it because you make the workouts difficult but doable. I also love the modifications for those of us with osteo issues!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You're so welcome! Crushing it Julie! 🙌

[@PhilipRomano-c8f]

oh my goodness. This was h challenging and I only have 5 pound weight so I used those. Feeling a little wimpy like it should have been easier. I will continue to perserve! Thank you

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You got this! Consistency is the KEY 🤗

[@kellypantaleoni5166]

This was a fun workout! Thanks PJ🎉

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You're so welcome!

[@rousebear]

Is it normal to struggle with balance when doing that first exercise. This is always a challenge for me. Thanks PJ!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

It is! even I do. It's your body adjusting.

[@fayemcdonnell7288]

This was tough with 4kgs!!(8lbs) was soooo tempted to drop weights down but stuck with it. Full sweat on and heart rate pumping for sure 👍

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Woohoo! Go Faye 💪

[@annafrater50]

Oooh ! that was hard on the repeater knee ...really glad to have got it done though 😄 very sweaty 🥵

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You DID it! Unstoppable!! 🙌

[@ThisisPam]

Absolute legend ❤thanks PJ

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You are! 😃

[@georgiecameron4007]

Loved doing this fun workout again pj 💪

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Woohoo! 🥳

[@jburwinkel]

Love this!!! Thanks for all you do for us!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You are so welcome Julie! 🙏

[@kimb.3933]

Wow, this was a good one PJ. My ❤ rate got up to 175 with those dumbbell repeater knees. I used my 8lbs too and was questioning 🤨 my choice.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Woohoo! 🙌

[@karenbarlow9160]

Another great one PJ. Thanks so much.

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You are crushing this challenge Karen! 🙌

[@helenjoynes2930]

Didn't want to at first,but pushed play and I am a better woman for it💃

[@FitnesswithPJ]

You are badass Helen!

[@joginski]

This is such a GREAT workout. ❤

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Low impact - strength - cardio - the best! 🥰

[@dr.sherrispeaks]

TY! Love this challenge!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

😍

[@andreaedwards2029]

That was a great workout! I saw that it was low impact and decided to go on a bike ride first!! If I had only known😂

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Oh Andrea! You know me better than that 😂

[@lizf6890]

Awesome workout

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Thank you!

[@sandraweggeman4747]

Thx so much for a unexpected heart pumping workout! I was thinking about how great your cueing is when you called yourself a "nag" NOT at all! so important! Thank you

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Love that! 🙏

[@angharadgaylard2565]

Loved this!! 💪 Diolch/thanks!!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Yay!!! 🙌

[@abruner5388]

❤this workout!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

🥰

[@stiofaininnichlerigh8168]

DAY 21 COMPLETE 💯 But I found it hard today. I wasn't feeling the exercise drive today at all 😂 personally I call it laziness lol 😆 I'm the lazy one but I found it tough 🤣 I pushed through said glad that's done 😆 and had a shower and crashed It's simply amazing how 8 pound (4kg) dumbbells got sooooo hard they were like dead weight in my hands I was so tempted to drop them completely but I didn't I said hold on if you do that .....your cheating yourself 😆 What am I like 😆😂😂😆😆😂 Anyway day 21 is done cheers your one tough legend I'm glad to follow and makes me push through even on the tough days Cheers Steph 🇮🇪

[@FitnesswithPJ]

There's no way "lazy" is the word for you Steph! You are on fire 🙌

[@charissacarino9690]

Had me sweating again…but felt good. Pushed thru Those overhead presses and side step 😅. I was feeling sluggish before starting now I’m ready for the day 😃

[@FitnesswithPJ]

Rocking it Charissa! 🙌

[@DeidraSchaub]

short but challenging workout! I use to teach yin yoga….I love banana pose!

[@FitnesswithPJ]

My hat goes off you! 💕