The Only 3 Total Gym Exercises you NEED

[@silviomassa10]

Thank you Mike I just got a total Gym I am 55 years of age keep your videos coming I am learning a lot love this machine 😊

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you Silvio. Very happy you found the channel and seeing benefits from watching.

[@peterbourboulis5111]

I'm 71 still use the TG 3-4 times/ week. Still feel pretty fit. Thanks for the great exercises.

[@michaelalday2414]

Just picked up a TG Fit for $200. With all the exercises available on this machine it can get a little overwhelming. You break this down to make it doable and still have fun. Thanks Mike for the motivation. Keep the videos coming.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Michael for the compliment. That's definitely what I want to do on this channel, to show that fitness / resistance training can be simple.

[@SPACEiQ1746]

Dude how did you get a TG FIT for 200 dollars, that's great. I've had about 3 total gym and all of them were free. It's kind of disappointing that no one understands the great value these machines hold. I would really really love a TG Fit. Rock on man

[@timmyles314]

Thank You for your video support. I am 60 and live in a remote location. Yesterday, i found an anniversary edition Total Gym in new condition with lots of attachments an all the DVDS, and i only paid $100 as it was in a pawnshop ! 😊

[@hybridresistance]

I love stories like this brother. You can definitely find Total Gyms dirt cheap. Thanks for sharing that.

[@Natty44fitness44]

Love the totalgym I get a great workout in 10-15 minutes

[@debugS4]

Have the FIT arriving tomorrow. At 66, looking forward to digging in. I've lost 20 lbs w/ no exercise-- 240 down to 220 -- standby when I get the sled! I'm on a roll and loving it!! BTW, love "Our Lady" grotto in the background! O Marie concue sans peche priez pour nous qui avons recours a vous

[@hybridresistance]

Love hearing that! Keep me posted on how it goes. I believe you're the first person who's acknowledged that. She's helped me greatly. Dominus Vobiscum!

[@farmageddon2978]

I've always wanted the total gym. I used it at a friends house back in highschool and it was fun to do but now im 37 and actually broke down and got one for around 400 the g5. it should be here tomorrow. going to pair it up with walking/jogging

[@GoldLlamas-wi4rq]

Found it at a house we recently bought

[@OliviaBloomLuxuryCo.-hn1do]

Weirder has their own version with a handle bar I bought mine a few years ago under $200 does exactly the same thing with the added bonus of the handle bar and you can adjust the resistance

[@Dawgliph]

Got a used in box one for $200 🎉

[@charlesharris2560]

I had one of these 30 years ago and sold it 10 years ago biggest regret of my life, just bought a second hand one again and I’m soooo excited to get going again 👍

[@hybridresistance]

Great to hear Charles! Love that enthusiasm.

[@giocrbl8990]

❤me too

[@josephstueber603]

Hello Mike I’m so glad to have found your videos. I’m a retired cement mason and I’m not ready to let my body fade away. Your videos have structure , and this is just what I’ve been looking for. By the way I’m from Pittsburgh. Your Boulder around your patio looks like a Pittsburgh thing. Thank You my man.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Joseph for those great positive comments. I'm not near Pittsburgh, but maybe whoever designed got some influence from you guys. Happy you found the channel.

[@Charliemmafan]

Solid video and I agree that those 3 exercises would basically work the entire body if people don't want to have a really long workout, maybe don't have the energy for it or if they don't have the time.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Charlie.

[@loulopez554]

As usual you said it best, A push a pull and a lower body compound movement and you're covered. The HIT guys swear by this theory.

[@neiltambeau7710]

I forgot how much I love you channel. I’m getting back into my totalgym. Your video’s have given me a ton of motivation. Keep up the amazing work.

[@hybridresistance]

Love to hear it Neil. As they say "hit that notification bell to stay up to date". Thanks for the positive comments.

[@theresaobanan3348]

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU. At 62 and trying to increase my mobility and functional strength these will fit the bill! No excuse of don’t have time! A new subscriber here today because of this well explained super easy 3!!!

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you so much! Very happy you liked it.

[@sesarmerino7631]

Those 3 workouts if done slow and at the right elevation can be a burner... awesome workout ty

[@YourVeganFriendTonia]

This made me realize i was using my TG in too easy of a way. I would do 50 of everything but way too low. I raised it up recently and it did get way harder but still needs to go up more so I'm doing that now! Can't wait to watch more of your videos! Thank you.

[@RobertCombs70]

I like putting dip bars at the top of the glide board for pull ups. So much difference from a traditional pull up just by the way you have to position your hands/wrists.

[@delmacollins7565]

Can you video you doing it?

[@chuckmatses6803]

I bought my Total Gym Pro at Costco in 1991, and still using it, truly a great product.

[@sharieregan4704]

Mike, I am a Senior 70+ with a TG in my living room! Thanks for this video, it is what I needed, especially working upper body! It was helpful❤

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks so much. Very happy you found it helpful

[@drobins8166]

Great advice keeps exercising manageable. Likewise, think to myself "there are five major muscle groups to to choose from...chest, back, arms, legs, shoulders" for circuit planning. Perhaps "push/pull/legs" perspective. The TG is excellent for arms and back maybe the TUT with higher reps. The pullover is amazing best back exercise period for mind/muscle connection. Also, the stretch with rows is wonderful compared to any other machine. Chest can be good if no lockout/pause keeping the motion in a fly/arc under constant tension. Eliminating rest or pause during the set is crucial. Lets not forget about rear delts/rhomboids too. So much...great machine.

[@hybridresistance]

100% Great tips and insight. Thanks again for watching

[@johnyou35]

I had a total gym years ago. The cat chewed up the bench really bad. Also the cables had worn out. I gave it to a friend, and it was really in such bad shape, we threw it out. Now I’m so busy during the week, I don’t have time to go to the gym. Just ordered a new, updated Total Gym. I can’t wait until it gets here.

[@hybridresistance]

Awesome to hear!

[@MC7791]

Good stuff. Thats the great thing about the TG- freedom of movement. About what you said about vertical pressing- of you press up while doing the chest press that will work the shoulders more and the chest less.

[@davidh7636]

Thank you!!! I am 65 in good shape. I was wondering which exercises to concentrate on for a good over all workout. I can do these 3 exercises and fatigue the muscles. Then do more isolation exercises. Great video.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks David.

[@bottanoog9545]

you are a phenomenal teacher!!! Very much appreciated

[@rowenafallon6570]

Awesome thanks. Have been feeling overwhelmed

[@hybridresistance]

No problem. Hope this helps ease some of that anxiety. Exercise is one area of my life that I don't need added stress.

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

I agree. Good moves. Was fun to watch. Great video

[@nrs6956]

Great video for inspiration to develop more exercises. Thank you.

[@altonm9371]

Great advice, I will try that on today's workout.

[@hiei4084]

I appreciate these videos. They have taught me a lot about how to use the total gym with limited time.

[@hybridresistance]

Appreciate you watching.

[@GatorJake]

Thanks, Mike. Got away from my TG for awhile and rediscovering. I subbed to your channel. I like your approach to your content and embracing a broad audience.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Jake, I really appreciate the kind words. Happy you found the channel.

[@martyjames6204]

Many thanks Mike - i just got a Total Trainer {Similar to total gym) and it can be a bit overwhelming knowing which exercises to do - this is a great starting point for me - love your channel

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks so much Marty.

[@lisadeangelo244]

Great tips to change things up to keep progressing. Thanks Mike!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks again Lisa.

[@Kielforreal]

At 62, this is the best machine for me at home.

[@jep1103]

I'm 64 totally agree, I use on alternate days with Pilates

[@FishingwithWalter]

Solid. How often should I be working out with these exercises? Every day? Every other? Really appreciate you, man.

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you. It really depends on your goals. This is my most updated program that I think fit's with most people. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoesoKOtba2jsMU

[@SteveElder-vj4xy]

Three days per week, 3 sets of each exercise going to failure on the last set will get it done

[@ELDogStar]

Another great video, sorry I haven't kept up much lately. I'll use this for my short sessions when time is just crunched.

[@hybridresistance]

No problem Eric. Great to see you back.

[@tonyanaranjo6774]

Can you post ones for those of us that have had knee replacement surgery? I cannot do the ones you posted where you are on your knees on the board. Thanks so much! I appreciate the videos you have posted!

[@hybridresistance]

You can always simply jut modify the exercises to seated for these. But I can look forward to doing that in the future.

[@APE86RIM]

What type of hand grips are those and what's the attachment for extra weight? Thanks in advance.

[@TheFailedmessiah]

It's a great machine that can be used at any age. This is all I use other than a couple of dumbells. But my goals were mostly fat loss while building some muscle and tone. Perfect for what I wanted it for.

[@KeezMC]

Just want to say I use these exercises a lot for my arms. And they got bigger. The question I have is how big can my arms get if I do it for a whole month?

[@hybridresistance]

That really depends on your genetics, but I wouldn't expect anything crazy in just a month.

[@KeezMC]

@hybridresistance Thanks! I've been doing it a lot longer, but I wanted to see what your answer would be take care 🙂

[@shannyfrankenstein6167]

I've just discovered your channel and your videos have been super helpful! Can you tell me if that larger TG squat platform would fit on the Weider Total Bodyworks 5000? Thank you!!

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you! Unfortunately no, the TG won’t fit on the Weider.

[@terrywarchief5647]

Excellent advice.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Terry.

[@tinaspigener2102]

Great thanks

[@johnluna9286]

Excellent information!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks John.

[@michaelmagrish4872]

Great video, thanks for sharing! As someone with a bad shoulder and looking to get a full body workout in addition to injury proofing my shoulders and back, is there anything supplemental you would recommend or do you think these exercises will achieve what I'm looking for? Thanks again for all the great videos!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Michael. Check out this video on shoulder health on a Total Gym. I think you might find some useful information in there. Thanks for the comment!

[@michaelmagrish4872]

@@hybridresistance There is no link. Could you please resend with a link to the video. I look forward to checking it out. Thanks again!

[@hybridresistance]

Sorry here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2WqdYKgfd11f6M

[@meem0h]

Thank you so much for this video.

[@hybridresistance]

You are so welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@SteveElder-vj4xy]

I add a couple sets of seated cable curls and overhead tricep extensions for a complete workout

[@chrisstokley7687]

60 yr= this my 3rd machine...really tightens and tones and keeps me flexible....also if over do it work.. soar back./ i use it like a back stretch and relax and reset back /pop back back in .. :>)

[@jerryskala5107]

thank you for help, im 73 and out of shape,have total gym setting around for years starting over ,how many sets to start with again.

[@hybridresistance]

Short answer would be simply 1-2. Here's an updated video on some general program tips kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoesoKOtba2jsMU

[@rightousray2]

Subbing cause I see Our Lady in the background. This guy must know what he’s talking about!

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you brother, I really appreciate that. I'm in the "Legion of Mary" so Our Lady is a special part of my life.

[@anselmodiazvaliente8625]

How can I get the FIT model in the UK? No seller seems to have it.

[@ulbushcrafting6592]

Awesome!

[@aficio63]

Thank you for the videos. What do you recommend for warm up before getting into the workout?

[@hybridresistance]

Here's a video on this kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppDXp62eecSkbc0

[@eladmitchell752]

mike know his stuff.listen ,learn.this machine is gold,mike u sure yr not the inventor of the this machine😂

[@hybridresistance]

REALLY appreciate that Elad. You guys are too nice. I'd like to think my mission on this channel is to "re-invent" what this machine is typically sold on doing.

[@kenspaller4554]

Thanks Mike. Should I do all three exercises everyday?

[@hybridresistance]

I'd take a day off in between at least.

[@bobbynolen154]

How many sets do you recommend? I’m 55 and need to lose about 50 pounds. I enjoy your videos

[@hybridresistance]

I always to just do as many as needed based on how your feeling, but as a general average 2-4 sets would be good.

[@Womenflash]

Thank you ❤ it’s good fitness accessories

[@arthuryeo3267]

Great video

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Arthur

[@eddieandrino8472]

Hi Mike. Thank you! Where did you get the original hand grips? They came with the original heavy duty Total Gym 11000. Also, what do you recommend as far as the leg pulley instead of the rope. I appreciate your efforts to get us fit and your reply when you get a chance!

[@eddieandrino8472]

I just picked up a pair of the grips off of eBay. Now the leg pulley. The original with the 11000 model was so much better!

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks Eddie. I originally got mine from their website or it was Amazon. For the leg pulley, you could probably just use any pulley system from amazon to replace the rope option.

[@eddieandrino8472]

@@hybridresistance Another question. How long are the carabiners that you use with the swivel? Like if you measure them, the ones you're using on either side of the swivel, (bought those) how long are they? I ordered some stainless steel ones but I'm not sure how large they should be. Also I bought Hucks wheels and I am thinking of buying the cable too but I am wondering if with the swivel, carabiners, and Huck's longer cable, if it will just be too long. What can you tell me about all that? Thanks so much again!

[@ThuanTran-nv9yb]

Appreciate the tips. Has anyone said you look similar to Mark Cuban?

[@hybridresistance]

Thank you. Haha, yes someone once before in the comment section has said that. But I've gotten a bunch of others as well.

[@3Pillers]

👍 great ideas.

[@hybridresistance]

Thanks again for watching.

[@Breacher1968]

For everyone who has a Total Gym, when you do the exercises, for example biceps curls, go down slowly for a count of 3 seconds, shoulder press also down for 3 seconds. Do this with all exercises. Don't do it too quickly, let you muscles do the work. Go from light to heavy, make sets of 5x10 reps per muscle group (so for each exercise). And then go lighter again, 5x10 reps, rest for 30 seconds between exercises. I also train this way, you will see results in 3 weeks, I promise.

[@Vini-Pizza]

Hello Mike. Here's my situation. 61 y/o male, recently shattered my left elbow. I needed a total reconstruction of elbow with titanium hardware. Before that, I used the Total Gym every other day. Working on arms and chest. What do you recommend to do on TG as part as rehab to continue to build muscle? Thanks

[@hybridresistance]

Hi Vincent. As far as what I would do if I were you, I'd stick to my normal plan (upper / lower split) choosing exercises that don't bother my elbow ( or cause pain). I know that's simplistic, but I wouldn't overly complicate it.

[@Vini-Pizza]

@@hybridresistance thank you for getting back to me. I appreciate it. Btw, have you ever demonstrated an exercise video for someone who may be slightly limited on their range of motion?

[@matthewmotiuk2221]

Thank you

[@hybridresistance]

No problem at all, thanks Matthew.

[@TobanThompson]

If you disconnect the pulley you greatly increase the resistance. The pulley reduces the resistance by half

[@hybridresistance]

For sure. I actually had some videos on this. It can't very hard fast.

[@johnm3135]

Hi did you build your muscle using only this type of machine or do you lift weights as well?

[@hybridresistance]

From 2020 to about early 2023 I pretty much did this for all my resistance training exercise.

[@tianajones9223]

Hello is Mike. Is there an exercise for your abs?

[@hybridresistance]

Here is a playlist for videos that have a bunch of core/ab exercises. kzbin.info/aero/PLUiiIHn087rHcXfE-F_YPVMQTW2E8QWpk

[@kostasdimelis6545]

Friendly, is very expensive. In my country cost 3750 euros! How much in USA? Thanks!

[@hybridresistance]

They roughly range from as low as $299 - $1500 for the consumer models.

[@mynameisprivate158]

"Walks of life" doesn't mean what you think it means!

[@reneacosta2939]

you got a lot of different total gyms and other similar products the sliding boards do they fit on other total gyms it's the only part total gym doesn't sale

[@hybridresistance]

The FIT an XLS boards fit with each other, and the Apex models fit with each other but that’s about it.

[@richardwilkes6468]

how is sitting on knees better than doing exercise sitting on butt???

[@hybridresistance]

It really is just another way to change up the angle / stress on the muscles.

[@gregpettis1113]

Longer range of motion.

[@oldnatty61]

You don't need a total gym, and you only need one exercise.

[@amoldhillon1445]

Which model are you using ? Also did you buy separate attachments ?

[@hybridresistance]

In this video I'm using this one (discount in link along with attachments) www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100402910-13904902 also all attachments should be linked in the description

[@jimbendtsen8841]

The Total Gym is a worthless POS compared to Bayou Fitness Total Trainer.

[@hybridresistance]

Wish I could try one of those.