10 Minute Arm & Upper Body Strength Workout for Seniors & Beginners

Please join me for this quick arm and upper body toning workout! This is a great video to do on its own or as an add-on to another workout. Follow this video with the all standing lower body workout and/or standing abs and balance.
I'm using a pair of 3 pound dumbbells. Always start with lighter weights and increase as you get stronger. There are no breaks in this workout and these light weights will get heavy fast. Take a break and shake it out if you need to.
Thanks for working out with me!
Link to the merchandise shop: seniorshape.my...
My shoes:
new-balance-athletics-inc.sjv.io/9gkqD5
Here is a link to my Amazon shop with products that I use and/or recommend:
www.amazon.com...
as an amazon associate/influencer I earn from qualifying purchases
SeniorShape is on Facebook:
/ seniorshapefitness
10 minute workout, upper body workout, arm exercises, senior workout, beginner workout, arm workout with weights, shoulders, biceps, triceps, back workout, senior shape, dumbbell workout, workout with hand weights, strength training, weight training for beginners, gain strength for seniors, arm toning workout, exercises for toned arms

[@paulagabay9915]

So glad I didn't pick up 5lb. I said to myself if Lauren is using 3 lbs Paula has no business picking up 5 lbs.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

oh me too Paula! That would have been ouchie :)

[@miradalynn4078]

I am 66 and am loving our workout time together! Keep up the great work.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! You keep up the great work too :)

[@maracockman2066]

I can't tell you how many apps and you tube videos I've tried. This is the first time that i have been 100% happy with everything. I love that you get straight to it, kept things easy to understand and achievable for a beginner. And you are encouraging without being annoying. Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful to hear Mara! I'm happy to have you working out with me :)

[@lenoreurbanski8393]

Lauren , just to let you know that I am an avid follower. I quit the gym and am happy with all the variety that you have to offer. I am 77 and have been working out for 45 years continuously. Now that I’m older I needed something a little slower but still challenging. Love your workouts! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm so glad Lenore! You are most welcome and thanks for working out with me :)

[@susanho8542]

A great one to keep our upper strength going ♥ Thank you, Lauren.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Absolutely!

[@padmavathicv8864]

As an absolute beginner and a senior, your workouts are just perfect for me! Thank you, Lauren! ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them! 🤩

[@reneklein6049]

Hi Lauren. Funny, I grabbed my 5lb weights, but heard you say 3. Boy, I'm glad that I listened to you. My arms were struggling on a few of the moves. I did this following a cardio workout. This was great. Thanks as always. 💓💓

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm glad you listened to me too ;)

[@reneklein6049]

@@SeniorShapeFitness LOL😅

[@patriciagambin3276]

Really enjoy the 10 minutes workouts, so glad I took your recommendations to use lighter hand weights. I really felt this especially in my shoulders. A great routine to go back to. Thanks again for all your hard work. 😅 🤩

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it and felt the burn Patricia :)

[@stacischeetz7597]

This is terrific! FINALLY, doing some standing workouts and this was perfect. These 10 Minute videos are great! Thank you for thinking of folks who need shorter workouts (which keep me coming back)!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad to hear that you are doing better Staci :)

[@lisamjohnson9168]

Also...I agree with the other comments. Your workouts are WONDERMUSS!!! Everyone is so positive about what you do. YOU my Dear are EXCELLENT!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much! I have the BEST viewers!!

[@michelletapsell7507]

Whew. This is challenging Thanks, Lauren.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you got a good workout Michelle :D

[@bsher1593]

10 minutes is just right! Especially when you can do a few 10 minute routines together!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Exactly! That's the idea behind it, so everyone can make it their own custom workout!

[@deborahomalley2170]

Love your video. So much done in 10 minutes 👍🏻

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Thank you Deborah! I actually just filmed a new 10 min arm workout today :)

[@geriwall214]

I love love love your 10 minute workouts! More please!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! I have 5 new 10 minute workouts everyday this week!!!

[@chrissyt6959]

Awesome. I am not a "senior" but I am a beginner that used to be an athlete but due to many health issues I am starting back and this is perfect for me.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! I'm so glad it's a good workout for you Chrissy :)

[@sgumper4375]

Thanks for the great video. I have been looking for some exercise videos. I really like that they are nice 10 minutes. Just started so we will see how it goes. I did make it through it. Had to stop it once....I am soooooo out of shape. lol will be doing at least 1 video a day. Starting today:). Yes i just subscribed:)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Nice job and great way to start!

[@kellypantaleoni5166]

Your 10min workouts are always burners! I adore that I feel like I got a much longer class in 😉 Thank you as always for being a gift to us all❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Kelly! glad you felt the burn :)

[@luciehsuen8981]

Wow!! What an upper body strength workout. Thanks Lauren. Love your gentle voice, sweet disposition & proper form for a great short workout. Feeling it. Prefect for when you only have 10 mins no excuses. 👍❤️🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much! Glad you got a good workout in this "snack sized video" :)

[@paulanddebbierowlands1178]

What a wonderful comprehensive workout!! And 10 minutes is great! Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you :)

[@judithgrace8359]

Love these ten minute workouts…adding to them with another workout makes them great for targeting different parts of the body.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Exactly! Glad you are enjoying them Judith :)

[@annagrisham2215]

Thank you for new standing options. Now I have even more to choose from. ☺️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Anna! more coming the rest of this week!

[@cindyb9830]

This is so cool, these are completely new ways for me to do upper body and not so hard on my back! Thank you, can't wait for the next one. 💚

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! Thanks Cindy :)

[@exploringmylife409]

I rocked the Lauren party today! Did your walking with power moves, which I love, and then this one. A great way to get myself going today.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Happy to hear it :)

[@TerriblePerfection]

Thank you for getting me started. I'm 67 and really felt this even though I walk every day, eat real food (mostly meat) and take no meds. I thought 2 kilo weights would be too easy. I was wrong. I need this. Thanks again! ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! So glad you enjoyed it, I hope you keep up the good work :)

[@paulinerundle9878]

Felt this with my one kg weight! But, I do think I’m getting stronger 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

for sure you are getting stronger Pauline :)

[@dellisgibbs5823]

I used 1 kg also and felt each move

[@bettylouoliver5595]

Love working out with you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I love you working out with me too :)

[@exploringmylife409]

I just love you, my dear. Your workouts are just the best!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I appreciate that! Thank you :)

[@Yaro79514]

You have the BEST Arm & Upper Body workouts! I always come across new moves! Thank you for being so generous with your time and knowledge xxx

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much Tina, your comments are so kind :)

[@liztownsend2026]

Yay, i can do this with knee issues! Xx

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Absolutely Liz!

[@tracyheath6076]

Absolutely loved this workout ! I love this because it was not the traditional arms yet still organic moves ! This workout I will surely will return too ! Thanks Lauren !!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad Tracy!

[@suehollenbeck5708]

Love this!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Sue! Happy to hear it 🤩

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren amazing how good 10 mins of exercise can make you feel 👍🙋❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Agree! Always feels good to move our bodies even if it is just a little bit :)

[@judithglasser3072]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You’re support means a lot to me Judith 🤩

[@lillianmcgrew217]

This is good for my upper body thank you ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Lilian :)

[@user-ld8ui8lx8k]

There were no dumbbells at all in yesterday's workout and I missed them. But this workout is only dumbbells! Thank you so much, Lauren! Looking forward to a new workout tomorrow. I wish you a good end to this week and a great start to the next!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much, I hope you have a great week as well :)

[@bsher1593]

Came back to this one - loved it even more!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow, thanks 🤩

[@jeepersandrandy]

This was a wee bit challenging as a non-stop upper body workout, especially near the end and a great add on to your Weight Training FUNctional workout! I especially loved your bicep curl, then overhead elbow strike into your triceps extension-a very unique move! I loved the whole workout! I will be revisiting this one again and again, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate your glowing reviews :)

[@marybolton2773]

So glad I found your moves. They are so good for my bad shoulders.1 was frozen & the other broken. I had a cortisone shot, then I go lazy & didn't exercise because they didn't hurt. I learned they will only get much better if I work them. Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Mary! Keep up the good work 🤩

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren added this onto the kettle bell class ❤️🙋

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Julie! Have an awesome day :)

[@SuddenUpdraft]

69 here. I used one pound weights to to try this out. It was just the right amount of challenge, and I’m going to be that good kind of sore tomorrow. I want to get strong enough to lift my grandsons safely. Thanks so much! It started my upper body playlist.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! Glad it’s a good workout for you Suzanne 🤩

[@CrazySport87]

Really like this. After having zero mobility in my shoulder from calcific tendonitis this workout is perfect for me to get moving again.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Nice to hear this is a good workout for you Teri!

[@gwenjoy2538]

Oh my gosh.. I never underestimate a beginner workout since it doesn't always mean low intensity!. I'm not a newbie whatsoever to weights or dance and I used 5lbs. I loved this sequence SO much and I feel it everywhere 🔥 🥵. I'll definitely be doing this again! Thank you for kicking my butt!❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! I'm happy to kick your butt Gwen! Nice job with 5 pounders :)

[@gwenjoy2538]

I still feel the burn

[@barbmiller168]

Thank you . Perfect for workout breaks !! Love these 10 min workouts

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them Barb. I had a viewer call them "workout snacks" I love that ;)

[@evaholmberg3987]

Love your 10 minutes program, they are the best🙏🏼💪🏼 Can’t wait for the next one💞🤗 Thankyou Lauren from Sweden🇸🇪

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thanks Eva 🤩

[@lisamjohnson9168]

So I'm tired right? But I gotta get a workout in right? So I said to myself "do some stretching for your back then some 10 minute arms with Lauren." Gurl!!!!😮 OH my oh my!!!That my dear was some arm work out!!! (I do LOVE the different way you do it but oh my!...oh and thank you). I'm gonna be buff by summer! Maybe spring!😂😂

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

lol! Glad I didn't waste your 10 minutes Lisa ;)

[@elizabethmerica2625]

Really nice combination of moves and my arms were tired but I feel invigorated. I enjoy mixing up the 10 min videos for a morning workout. Thank you, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! I love that you mix them up and feel good Elizabeth!

[@nancybender3076]

Thank you so much for all of your standing workouts! I sometimes experience BPPV vertigo when lying down, so I appreciate the ability to exercise without getting down on the floor. I also appreciate that you don't use language related to weight loss.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome Nancy, I'm glad the standing workout are good for you :)

[@francesponte5573]

Fab work out for arms, I can’t wait to try it and include it in my regime for November. Thanks you for posting this video. I love doing your workouts ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much Frances, keep up the good work!

[@suzl762]

Love your workouts. I used to workout alll the time, but have accumulated multiple health issues, so your workouts are perfect for me.!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear! Thank you :)

[@lauriec5235]

Great! Some new moves I hadn't done before. Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them! Thanks Laurie :)

[@enakelly9974]

Thank you Lauren! That was perfect. I started kayaking with my hubby and found out I have enough strength to paddle but not enough to get me back in the seat if I tump over off my kayak. I need to build up my upper body and lose some weight. This video is perfect for my upper body. I will check out the other videos you have made. Thanks again. Oh BTW I just turned 66.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I love Kayaking! This workout would be great for building upper body strength: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amioqZqwhJx5orc

[@enakelly9974]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Awesome ! Thanks.

[@NeryssaPaige]

I’m so happy I found this channel! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are so welcome!

[@audreymcgregor8779]

Super strong 10 minutes. 😮 thank you Lauren 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome!

[@nomeolvidesful]

Thank you Lauren !!!...

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it Patricia, you are most welcome :)

[@louiemiller7705]

Just started watching your videos and love them! I am not able to do some of the yoga I used to, and this is so helpful for my fitness. Thanks so much! You rock!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great to hear that my videos are helpful! Thanks for working out with me :)

[@michellefumo4846]

Monday w Lauren! ❤ Gooooo arms 💪🏼

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome Michelle!!!

[@user-yd9pc3te7l]

Thank you Lauren!!

[@pamhensley8988]

Thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Pam 🤩

[@amylphillips1]

Thank you for the awesome workout today.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Any time Amy!!

[@evanmurnighan]

This is exactly what I was looking for/need. Thank you!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure, so glad you liked it 🤩

[@liztownsend2026]

I've just done this again- 2 weeks into knee arthroscopy recovery - love the concept and quickness of the 10 min series! Just a thought - would you maybe add to your, no doubt, ever expanding list, a 10 min seated series? For those of us recovering from injury and the less mobile? I get so much satisfaction knowing that I can work out, whatever my fitness/ injury level and its good to be able to slot a short workout into a busy day! Keep doing what you are doing - you're the best out there at what you do xx

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so kind Liz! I'm glad to hear that you are healing well. A 10 min seated series is a great idea. Realistically, I wouldn't get to it until February. I will also keep an eye on my seated videos, they have not been doing very well lately...

[@liztownsend2026]

@@SeniorShapeFitness no rush! We're not going anywhere 🙂🙂

[@teabee7649]

The moment when dumbbell hit your hand while doing press cross! Help!!!🎯😅 Got tickles while doing it, enjoyed a lot. Thanks girl. ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@cimy]

so many new exercises 🤩thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! I've got to keep it fresh for you Laura!!!

[@jaztamaar4584]

Thank you. First weight work out

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great job! 🤩

[@karencates5007]

Enjoyed! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@clc7378]

🎉 TY!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Welcome!

[@teresaraya3705]

Good exercise Thankyou !

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it! You are very welcome Teresa :)

[@laineorlow1975]

I love your workouts!! I like how use two different moves for one exercise. But I noticed you didn't stretch before or after this workout? I always try to do a 20-minute workout to warm my shoulders first. Before I do STRENGTH training workout. some people might not know how to warm up first. Please keep making amazing videos! 🏋‍♂️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I filmed this video in an entire 10 min series with 4 other 10 min workouts (warm up, legs, abs and stretch) they are meant to be used as a mix and match series, so someone can do 1, 2 or all 5 back to back. Here is a link to all my 10 min workouts where you will see them all together: kzbin.info/aero/PLdAl5SsVkdofbaTvn5Nsd1gclYr2L4LXY

[@BlueLuvbby]

Thank you so much ❤ exactly what I needed

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You’re welcome 😊

[@juliehoot3916]

Great workout! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Any time! Thanks Julie :)

[@tjoshi8118]

Thanks Lauren, Just so appropriate to make it possible after the workout plans to follow. It was just fun to do. Did this after the 30 min power walking workout. PHEW JUST SWEATING.🥲 THANKS AGAIN. LOVE TJ.😘

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you got your sweat on TJ, Nice work!

[@Ronald-hf5gp]

Hey, great This would be excellent for baseball players who have a shoulder injury.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

good to know! Here is another video that is great for shoulder issues: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5PIaGOGgdhlrKM

[@Ronald-hf5gp]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Thank-you. I will definitely give this a go.

[@stayfitwithraja]

Useful workouts. Thanks for sharing.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome! Good luck with your channel Raja!

[@stayfitwithraja]

@@SeniorShapeFitness Thank you so much!

[@carolinebartholomeusz6433]

Really enjoying this, thank you so much ❤ Any chance you can give alternatives for woen who have prolapse?

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Caroline! I’m not sure that there are alternatives for this upper body workout regarding prolapse. Perhaps if you are feeling pressure you can do them in a seated position. I would also recommend this video: Exercises for Pelvic Floor Strength & Hip Health // Gentle Pilates for Seniors & Beginners kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGm8mHiamLdkiM0

[@carolinebartholomeusz6433]

@@SeniorShapeFitness thanks 😊

[@lenoreurbanski8393]

Lauren I always do the 10 min upper then 10 min lower body. Can you do another 10 min lower body? Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I have a few more 10 min lower body, but they are on the floor. Can you get on the floor, or do you need standing?

[@lenoreurbanski8393]

@@SeniorShapeFitness I would appreciate standing. This way I would have 3 sets to change off. You have more 10 min upper than lower. But I’m not being picky. I love whatever you don’t and I thank you for what you do!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

@@lenoreurbanski8393 Until I get another video made, check out this video. You can break in into two parts if you want it only 10 mins, and you don't need a band. You will definitely feel these exercises without one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/noiqmnWrfKdmn68

[@MegaMargy1]

I love your workouts but am looking for a 10 minute purely upper body stretch routine. I can only seem to find lower body ones and was wondering if you have an upper body one that I might have missed? Thank you for your channel and great workouts.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Linda. I have lots of stretch workouts including many 10 minute ones, but you're correct, I don't have one that's just upper body. all of them are whole body, so they do include arm and shoulder stretches. Have you looked at the seated 10 min stretch? I think that one includes more upper body.

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Super 💪❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great :)

[@LatiNegra11004]

Missing is what some of the exercises are called. If I needed to discuss my routine with a PT I know he’d ask. Nonetheless, I appreciate what you do here.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You can show the video to your PT if that helps!

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

Super💪❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Ruth :)

[@hyeh3158]

❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks!

[@jenileebader-benshimon5365]

Ditto with B Sher!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Jenilee!

[@margaretek5350]

Wow glad it was only 3 lbs lol 😂🙌🙌🙌 thank you 🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You’re welcome 😊 Nice job doing this one with the HIIT Margarete!

[@PauloSantos-nm8lj]

Muito bom1

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you :)

[@kirtiarathi]

Lauren is it ok for a. Beginner to start with 1 kg per dumb bell

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Absolutely! You should always start with a light weight and progress as you get stronger.

[@lynnettebergman4732]

Hi Lauren-which one of your videos is the standing abs and balance video?

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That one will be posted on Thursday!

[@catherinedavid2722]

3/2/24 have a nice we❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Catherine!

[@vallyb6607]

Jesus has placed it on my heart to share the Gospel with you. Jesus, God the Son the Son of God, died, and spilled His precious blood, on the cross to pay the price for our sins. He was buried and on the third day rose from the dead just like the scriptures said He would. Salvation is a gift, please accept it now if you haven't already by BELIEVING in what Jesus did for us. The rapture of the Church is imminent, God bless you!

[@hello.8707]

Only have one pair of dumbells and its 5.5 pounds 😭😭😭😭

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

How about using some water bottles or cans of food?

[@tayabbutt1803]

So cute 😏

[@Mimoza262]

Too fast. Potential for injury.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I respectfully disagree. Regardless of any instructors rate, you should always go at your own pace.

[@jillharrison5391]

Wow this was a great ten minutes. I don't think my arms could have done any more! Thanks Lauren for giving us such variety of workouts and length when you don't have a lot of time!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you liked it Jill 💜

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Cynthia! I really appreciate it :)