Senior & Beginner Workout - 20 minute Seated Dumbbell Easy Arms

[@stacischeetz7597]

After a two-week vacation (where I did ALL the walking!) and 6-weeks' recovery from planned foot surgery, I am back at it! Grateful for these amazing chair workouts as I get back to full mobility!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Happy to have you back Staci! Hope your surgery went well and that you had a great vacation :)

[@ashleywebber3588]

I have always been active and at age 70 grateful, Well I got strep and covid and it completely changed my world. I have been very sick. Today I started with your chair with dumbbells and it will be a slow process back but I'm ever so grateful for your video's. You have really helped me physically and emotionally.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Ashley, I'm so glad my videos have helped you! Keep up the good work and I hope you continue to feel better :)

[@dianekahn6936]

You are adorable! Love, love, love every workout! 66 years young, I am very focused on realizing my best BMI. My Doctor suggested I aim for 150 minutes of resistance training a week. Building to it and your classes truly are helping! Thank you!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thank you for your kind words Diane, and keep up the great work:)

[@lejeune470]

Lauren, My wife and I enjoyed this workout very much! Please continue to add some more seated videos when you can.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm so glad you guys like the video, thanks so much! Before I can get more seated videos made, try doing the standing 10 min arms videos (there are 5 of them) in a seated position. That will give some variety and I think they should be easy for you to modify. :)

[@DhyanaaWithSaumya]

This was a very enjoyable, well balanced workout. I am taking on a 30 day challenge to show up everyday, for at least 20 minutes, using one of your videos. Thank you Lauren. I appreciate your clear teachings.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That’s awesome! Keep up the great work 🤩

[@tracyheath6076]

Another great arm workout Ms. Lauren. Effective for sure. Thank you for taking the time to do those yummy stretches at the end too !!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it!!

[@melissalayne5439]

Oh yes! the yummy stretches at the end are perfection!

[@a.houston8413]

Back in February, I had a knee injury. It was painful and very frustrating because I usually walk every day. I entered into physical therapy that was twice a week. I had stretches and exercises to do but I also wanted a bit more activity. I found your chair routines and they were so helpful! I'm back to using my knee and walking more again, but I have incorporated more strength training into my routines. I use other videos you have because I really appreciate your instruction and how chill and calm you are. Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure! Thank you very much for your kind words. It’s nice to hear that you are enjoying my videos and getting stronger! Keep up the great work 🙌🏻

[@zandra7966]

Thank you! for making a seated bumbbell workout :)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome Zandra, thanks for working out with me!

[@markseigal4581]

Thanks for all your chair workout. I would love a full body, including abs, strength workout in a chair. I'm having knee issues so sitting is better than standing for me now. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Hi Mark. Have you done the 10 minute chair workouts? I filmed them all so that they could be fit together for an entire workout. For example, 10 min chair cardio - 10 min arm strength - 10 min abs - 10 min stretch

[@markseigal4581]

I don't see chest and back exercises in the 10 minute arms. That's why I'd like to see a full upper body strength chair workout. Thank you.

[@markseigal4581]

Ths wokout doesn't include back, chest , and arms. Is there a chair workout for the upper body and not just arms in your library? Thank you for your channel.

[@stacischeetz7597]

Still at it! Did one additional combo with 10- pound weights!! This is my first week after being discharged from PT!! Trying to come up with a plan. Today's new balance video looks perfect!!! December dedication!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I think you will really like the new one Staci! (and there is no cardio :) )

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Wonderful!! With audio instructions are so relaxing 😍❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! 😊

[@hazelgrier4194]

Thanks for taking time with us Senior

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are most welcome 🤩

[@lauriehoops8467]

You are what I've been searching for - thank you so much! This workout is a great break during lunch and the stretches at the end are wonderful! Time to get back to work - but totally refreshed now :-)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Im so glad this was helpful for you Laurie! I would also recommend my chair yoga for a good workout on your lunch break!

[@shirleymiller8011]

Today I added your Seated Dumbbell workout! Now, I'm spending about an hour-twenty minutes with you every day! My body is feeling stronger and more flexible. thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Awesome job Shirley 🙌🏻

[@maureenkiely4129]

Thank you so much for all you do, I really enjoy your workouts, they are so effective but enjoyable every time

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Maureen! Thank you 💜

[@lindajurek7231]

Than you for this workout Lauren. I recently injured my knee, after sitting in a recliner for 2 days elevating & icing my knee being bummed that I couldn’t work out, I remembered you have some seated workouts. Did this one this morning, it felt so good just to do something besides sit around. Tomorrow I think I will do your seated cardio w/ the ball. Thank you for all the variety you offer!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

yay! I'm glad you still get to work out too Linda! Wishing you a speedy recovery :)

[@happymomali]

Perfect workout for me! THANKS! Love the rug and the light blue coloring. Very peaceful!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much!

[@kristenelder1190]

This is a great workout for while I'm in a walking boot. In addition to doing it twice, instead of doing it seated, I wore the walking boot on one foot and stood on a balance pad with the other foot. It gave me a little extra workout in both legs and in my core. Thanks for the variety of workouts! It's great to know I can find anything to suit my needs.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so creative Kristen!!

[@rebeccap.simmons4244]

This was perfect! I had Total Knee replacement yesterday and wanted to maintain strength in my upper body. Whatever the need you have the perfect video.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much Rebecca! All my best to you on your recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@paulagabay9915]

Hi Lauren I did this one that was linked after doing the chair dance. My arms are definitely feeling pumped in a good way. I am glad I went no heavier than 3 lbs. Have a great weekend.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Woohoo! Glad you got your pump on :)

[@lucymileo2862]

I really enjoyed this one for 2 reasons: Sometimes you want a weights workout but you want to sit and also the stretching at the end felt good and was important. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you Lucy 💜

[@marieegypt7091]

I loved this one for the arms. Hoping to gain stamina and strength so I can do more than one video a day. Thank you 😊.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good for you Maria! The seated abs would be a good video to add on to this when you are ready 💜

[@marieegypt7091]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Yes. I have done that one as well. I'm doing core and arms on alternating days. Because of chronic illness I'm not pushing as hard as I have in the past.

[@RR-by6rx]

Really enjoyed the chair workout, thanks Lauren

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks! Happy to hear it :)

[@evitacobo5100]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I appreciate it so much Evita!!!

[@evitacobo5100]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Your great! Wish I could do more! See you soon.

[@edmartin9397]

I am so glad I found your channel. The workouts are great and I appreciate how you take time to demonstrate what to do before each movement on all your videos. So much easier to do them right when I have you to explain them to me first. Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Ed! I'm so glad you found me as well and that you are enjoying the workouts :)

[@stacischeetz7597]

Still feeling thankful that you have so many seated workouts! Thanks to you and this amazing channel, I was able to do some of these exercises with 8 lb. weights!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great job! 🤩

[@annemariepark522]

These seated workouts are perfect for what I need at the moment! Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Nice to hear Anne :)

[@kristinewoolverton2707]

This was work and fun at the same time! The cool down fell so, so good! Thanks to you and your hubby for making these wonderful videos! ❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Kristine! So glad you had fun with this one :)

[@marksmith-zk6dl]

first workout with you in a while (before summer?). Thank you for the warm up and finishing stretches. I enjoy your calm and light hearted instruction and am looking forward to more workouts with you here on you tube.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Hi Mark! nice to see you back :)

[@maria_chetetesmen]

Loved doing this! Thank you so much for it, Lauren. And once again, I learned new exercises and useful tips from you. Should have used heavier weights though I can hardly feel any soreness in my muscles. But it really toned my whole body.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Maria! so glad it's helpful :)

[@melissalayne5439]

Thanks for another great workout with great verbal cues! I love how you include stretching at the end of your workouts! My arms and shoulders feel warm and tingly, not sore and overworked! Thanks again!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Melissa 💜

[@vifonadis2013]

Did this again I haven't been able to exercise for 2 months 😢 been unwell. Went lighter than usual perfect exercise class to get back to. Thank you 😊 💪 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you are feeling better :)

[@cherylcosgrove511]

Loved it. Thanks❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome 😊 Thanks as always Cheryl!

[@jamiechester2877]

I just love this…..They are great

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Thank yo so much, I appreciate that!

[@edmartin9397]

I don't normally do seated workouts, but this one is great. Good workout and stretching. I'll have to consider trying more of these :)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you tried it and liked it! I think my seated workouts are really effective, I encourage you to try more they are still challenging :)

[@lauriesouter1158]

Fantastic workout I injured both of me knees in November and all your seated workouts are amazing. Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Laurie, I'm so glad you are enjoying them! Best of luck with your recovery :)

[@ariannawiniarski5889]

This was great! My right hip was hurting and this was a great workout for the arms without standing. And the stretches at the end were an awesome bonus!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! So glad it was a good workout for you Arianna 🤩

[@stacischeetz7597]

Life got hectic, but back at it starting NOW!! 8-lbs!! No time like November!! 💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good job Staci. Check out today’s new video: it’s a little cardio for the non cardio lover 🤩😊 20 minute Standing Cardio Arms & Abs Low Impact Workout // Fun & to the Beat 🎶 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKW4mHirecynors

[@stacischeetz7597]

Still going! Getting closer to CONQUERING this with 10 pounds!! December dedication!! 💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Amazing! You go Staci :)

[@jennieladew-duncan132]

Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks for working out with me Jennie!

[@anitazuck]

Great one, Lauren. Love the nice long stretch after the armwork! thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you enjoyed it Anita :)

[@anitazuck]

Better than ever, thanks Lauren!

[@christyteacher]

Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for this and all of your videos! I have just recently discovered you and start my day with you everyday. Then it's on to my recumbent bike! I use wrist weights because I have developed tendonitis as a result of taking on weights too heavy and too fast. This is just perfect for me in my recovery and I will continue with you as I strengthen my body. I love your gentle, calm, encouraging and cheerful demeanor. It really keeps me going! Thank you for everything and have a great Christmas! 🎄🎉!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Christy! So glad you are enjoying my workouts. A very Merry Christmas to you as well :)

[@drleach44460]

Thank you for providing this practice. I need more strength and flexibility in my shoulders and arms.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! 💪🏼

[@jamiechester2877]

Love these exercises

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them Jamie! Thank you

[@stacischeetz7597]

Love this one! Today I did nearly every exercise with 8lb weights!! September strong!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

wowza!!!

[@khwajazarin]

Thank you for such a beautiful set of work out...😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Most welcome 😊

[@sheliahines9289]

You have been so helpful to me with your workout combinations .

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That’s nice to hear Shelia, thank you!

[@tammiebernstein7688]

This felt wonderful! I'm in the middle of a long recovery from a complete ligament tear on the bottom of my foot, and this helped me to get a workout in nonetheless. Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! All my best to you on your recovery Tammie :)

[@nordiskkatt]

Really excellent video, thank you! I have knee issues and am limited to seated workouts, but finding good ones is very difficult! This one has me very excited for what else I'll find on your channel. :)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! I'm so glad you found me and enjoyed the video! I do have many more seated videos and I'm posting a new 10 min chair series in a few weeks :)

[@hazelgrier4194]

I love Lauren workouts for us seniors

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much!

[@denisehumphreys677]

Great workout Lauren. As you know I'm great fan of the Strength and Stretch workout, so that put me in good stead for this workout. Coped well with it 😁 really enjoyed it and sure felt it with working both arms at the same time ... as opposed to each arm in the strength and stretch . Thanks for your varied workouts... 💕

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful Denise! I'm glad you are enjoying the variety. As always, I appreciate your positive feedback :)

[@gaylevaughn]

Thank you so much for this fabulous chair arm workout as I am recovering from a sprained ankle🤗

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! All my best for your recovery Gayle :)

[@gaylevaughn]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Thank you!

[@marybethbland]

Love the dumbbell exercises!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Thanks Marybeth 💜

[@sfbeancounter]

Love this workout. had a mastectomy on one side 2 years ago. I am 66. next time i will do this workout and marching in place, this way i get my steps in and work my arms, i will only do seated triceps. Thank you again

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're very welcome! Your modifications sound great :)

[@kachooist]

I have a foot fracture where I can't bare any weight on my foot for the next 6 weeks, but your chair exercises are exactly what I needed to keep moving without exasperating my injury. Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Oh good! glad to keep you moving :) I'm doing a new 10 min series the first week of February. So there will be 5 new chair videos for you. Best of luck on your recovery Christina :)

[@caroleadlington4322]

Another great session. Amazing how I feel after a workout. Your videos are fantastic

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear! Thank you Carol :)

[@laurahart3429]

I have moved into 10 lbs this week. Thank you for your videos!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! good for you Laura :)

[@stacischeetz7597]

CONQUERING those 10-lb weights!!December dedication!!💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You got this!

[@anniehowe7608]

I added this video to your Chair Pilates workout and it’s wonderful!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Perfect Add-on! thanks Annie :)

[@AdrianePuntoriero]

another great one. Thank you !!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Adriene :)

[@micheleshelleyliberty2852]

Lovely workout! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@vifonadis2013]

Thank you for another great workout 💪 😊 I am resting injury (hip) and this is a good one to do seated and not putting strain on anything. 😊 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure. All my best to you on your recovery :)

[@vifonadis2013]

@@SeniorShapeFitness thank u

[@rivkabialik8445]

I did your new seated cardio and then this came up so it was a great end to my exercise routine for today. Just realized this is from 2 years ago but still great. Thanks so much

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Perfect! Thanks Rivka :)

[@swaj672]

❤❤loved the workout

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! Thank you so much :)

[@roseannemistretta5532]

Love yr videos. Feel so wonderful afterwards🤗thank you Roe

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I love to hear that! 💜

[@OfraMatzovCohen]

So happy to start my day with this great 🧘‍♀️ workout. Thank you so much🙏💐🙋🏻‍♀️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome!

[@bsher1593]

Liked this one too!

[@ladyb7440]

Awesome thank you 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You’re welcome 😊 so glad you liked it!

[@hazelgrier4194]

Your instructions are tops!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad it’s helpful 🤩

[@kurial6579]

Just wonderful, thank you so much!💐

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure 💜

[@Jnet0614]

Perfect upper body workout while I recover from surgery. 👍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Good to hear Jeanette. Best of luck in your recovery!

[@Jnet0614]

Thank you 😊

[@gabriellecattani2846]

Thank you for such good workouts.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them Gabrielle! Thank you :)

[@30dvora]

thank you.💙

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome 😊

[@merleromberger5001]

Excellent workout. I used 8 lb weights. I have osteoporosis and knees not great but know how important it is to do this. Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad it was helpful! Keep up the good work 🙌🏻

[@user-oh9gu1eb2i]

Fab class, thanks lots ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@YehdSbdbb-dn3kv]

Thank U was great thanks GOD BLESS

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PatOwens-d7g]

Thank you😍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome 😊

[@inmablancofont329]

Excellent I love it!🇪🇸🌍♥️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Thanks Inma :)

[@weihawang4246]

Thank you very much

[@nomeolvidesful]

Thank you !!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You bet!

[@stacischeetz7597]

10 pounds, baby! Look at MY wings!! No time like November!! 💪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow! killer job Staci :)

[@aliciapitterson2010]

That was great!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Alicia 💜

[@shawnlitzenberg4108]

Loved this seated arm workout - wondering if this is the type of workout that would help with slouching? Any suggestions to help with that? Thank you for all your great workouts - your channel is definitely my favorite!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great question Shawn! The exercises for the back in this video such as rows can help with posture by strengthening your back muscles. I would suggest the chair pilates and yoga for even better posture exercises! Maybe the chair barre workout too....

[@maggisinclair5806]

Another amazing workout. I could use my NEW weights to boot. 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! I love new workout gear! Thanks Maggi!

[@alinefowler]

Hi. I'm am enjoying your workouts. I like the variety that's offered. I've always started with weights first, then cardio. I feel my muscles are stronger before the cardio, than after. What are your thoughts on that? Plus my muscles are good and warmed up for the cardio.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

If that's what you prefer, then go for it, there is no reason to switch it up. I prefer the reverse order personally. I like how cardio warms up my muscles, then I feel stronger to lift weights. You do you :)

[@alinefowler]

I suppose its all what one gets use to... I'll do you. I really enjoyed the Strength and Cardio ....meeting me both ways;)) Looking forward in doing it again!!

[@mariannarousecardozo8164]

oh man! I am a therapist and personal trainer in a public health program, and i sometimes use your workouts to supplement what we do. I generally really like your workouts! However, in this one, i was surprised and disappointed by the seemingly random and wildly unnecessary moment of body shaming. The comments about "batwings", etc. caught me (and my participants) completely off guard and we needed to pause and debrief. Really a bummer. I hope you are open to hearing this feedback and will consider being mindful of this type of commentary in the futue. thanks for the work you do.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I appreciate your feedback Marianna. This is an older video of mine. It was never my intent to body sham. So sorry it was taken that way.

[@ronrosnet5598]

Lauren. I have arthritis of the fingers and hands. I’m using wrist weights to avoid grasping weights. I feel like I’m getting the same benefits but am wondering if I can cause myself any issues by not using hand weights. I’m enjoying the weight exercises and would be disappointed if I couldn’t do them with wrist weights. Let me know what you think. Btw love, love, love your videos. I share them with the girls I work with

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you are loving my videos! Please continue using your wrist weights. It's wonderful that they work well for you because of your arthritis. You will not be causing any issues by not using weights. Worst case is that you won't be using your forearms as much because you are not gripping a weight. But I wouldn't worry too much about that. Keep up the good work :)

[@pammcmillin5794]

Like the workout... not a fan of cardio. I know I need more..So this work out is great incorporating strength as well. I used 5lbs. 😅😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great job Pam :)

[@k.alboyd9020]

Good arm workout. Is it a good idea to use a lighter weight for one arm that does not feel as strong as the other? 💙

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Is your one arm not as strong because it's not your dominant arm? or did you have an injury? If you are recovering from an injury or surgery then yes, you can use a lighter weight. But if it is just weaker then try to use the same size weights for both arms. You'll want to balance things out and increase the strength in that arm!

[@ANNYSEZ3]

❤can do this! I’m 75….😇

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! Thanks for working out with me :)

[@teeresagai]

❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like it :)

[@YogiBethC]

Didn't realize the strength portion was only 10 minutes, but it was still challenging with 5# weights! Would you consider doing some workouts without music? For older people, it's much harder to hear voice instruction when there is ambient background noise (music).

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

This is one of my older videos. I agree in my older videos the music is too loud. Music/sound is one of the most difficult things in editing and all my viewers have different opinions. I get many comments of viewers loving the music as well. I appreciate your feedback, I just can't make everyone happy.

[@YogiBethC]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Thanks for the response Lauren. I understand that some like the music. Given that many of your videos are geared to seniors, I was hoping that you'd do some with a "no music" option.

[@nancyhuff5699]

Try the closed caption feature. I am hearing aid enabled so I use it for words I might miss.

[@catherinehochart3245]

👏❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Catherine :)

[@debehrens700]

Hi, I think you need to remix the music on this video. For the first half the music volume is so high it is distracting and competes with your voice. The second half is fine. This was a nice routine…good for the arms on a day when the hips are too cranky for s standing workout.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I appreciate the heads up Deb. This is an older video where the mix wasn't quite figured out yet. Unfortunately, once the video is posted I am not able to alter it. If it's too bothersome to you, I would recommend one of my standing 10 min upper body workouts and just do them sitting in a chair.

[@shenhavhorenstein9652]

I use heavier weights

[@Frinaer]

I'm 31 and did this lol

[@shenhavhorenstein9652]

I don't understand why you don't di breaks between exercises

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Some of my workouts do, usually the ones with timers, but they are just 15 seconds. Because I’m using light weights in this workout there are no breaks, I intentionally choreographed it that way. Please take breaks if you need them

[@picassosson]

Love this workout, thank you! The one thing is, I just really wish there was a version of this video without the "bat wings", "still waves", and "arm jiggle" commentary during the side arm lifts section. I'm sure its well intentioned, but not only does it seem uncomfortably close to body shaming (and makes me feel sad every time I hear it), but also because I'm not looking at the screen to keep my neck aligned it would be much more helpful to hear all the reps counted out instead.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I’m glad you enjoyed the workout, but I’m sad to hear that you feel the comments are close to body shaming. I feel that my channel is very inclusive and I would never put anyone down. I appreciate you letting me know and I will certainly be taking your feedback into consideration.

[@dianekahn6936]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much Diane! I appreciate your generous contribution so much :)

[@anitazuck]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I really appreciate your support Anita! 😍