Upper Body Strength Training Workout for Seniors & Beginners || One Dumbbell

[@marianamellor8375]

My good friend recommended your channel and I absolutely love your carefully curated routines. I have noticed a significant strength improvement in my body! Thank you!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Thank you to you and your friend Mariana :) Keep up the great work!

[@me1st7n]

Perfection! Thank you! I'm 61 years old and had fallen off my fitness practices other than walking and occasional yin yoga. I was clear that I needed to introduce strength training for my healthy longevity. This routine is perfect for me. I love how you introduce stretching throughout rather than just at the beginning and end like so many other strength training videos I've seen. I'm sharing this with my whole coaching client list and social media audience. 🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much Martha, I appreciate that! I have many more strength videos when you are ready for more :D

[@MusicLocalScene]

I just want to thank you for this channel! I've been suffering from an injured back and hip (now with rheumatoid arthritis!) for the past 6 years, and I've been searching for a low impact exercise routine for some time now that is gentle on my body but still makes me feel like I'm actually doing something (without further injuring myself!). I'm not yet 40, so it's nice that these "senior" workouts feel like more effort than the one I tried at the YMCA pre-pandemic. I also shared this channel with my chiropractor, I was so excited to find you! I look forward to your new videos every week! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

It is my pleasure! I'm so happy my channel is a good fit for you. Only about half of my viewers are seniors, and I get so many nice comments such as yours along the lines of "this was challenging but achievable". Best of luck in your recovery and thanks so much for sharing, I really appreciate that!

[@janismorganmcdonald5862]

yeah! she's pro 'senior' BUT she's also making you work for it!?so you're a 'super senior when she's through with you 😂 Lauren is 🔥 love her fresh approach to exercise! innovation is key!!!❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@PatOwens-d7g]

I am so thrilled that I have found your channel. The exercises are wonderful & I have done several of them already. Looking forward to trying several more. I am in my 70’s & this is exactly what I was looking for. The chair options are wonderful & the selection of different types of exercises are incredible.Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much Pat! I'm thrilled you found my channel as well and that you are enjoying my videos :)

[@janismorganmcdonald5862]

She's the whole package huh? just right for any age! you feel it when you're done and feeling like a new person 😂

[@aschulek]

Love the workout!I like the way you changed up the exercises.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks Anita :)

[@aprilchan5653]

Hi! I'm new to your channel. I found you looking for strength workouts. Although I'm not a senior, your workouts are exactly what I need. If ever you consider a lower abdominal workout, I would greatly appreciate it! My doctor wants me to do lower ab exercises to help my lower back pain. I love how precise your exercises are with such proper form. I love your videos and find them very challenging!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks April, I'm so glad you found me! Here is the link to my ab workout playlist. All of them involve exercises for the lower abs, but the workouts on the floor would be best! kzbin.info/aero/PLdAl5SsVkdoezImkKqh9QSuT5Di_jeYSL

[@MellyArt1]

Another fun and innovative strength training workout! Thanks, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤩

[@lindabatten4738]

Love these workouts. I especially appreciate the way they're organised per month which makes it so much easier to know what order to do them in. Love Lauren's quietly spoken manner too. So many fitness videos are loud and over the top with the commentators trying too hard to make it "fun" that makes the videos incredibly painful to watch. Thanks so much Lauren for your quiet enthusiasm and friendly manner.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Linda. Thank you for your kind words and for appreciating my style 🤩

[@michellesmith-goldberg5080]

Hi Lauren! I liked this workout so much I did it again with a heavier weight! It was challenging but good! Love all your videos and content! ❤❤❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great job! Love that Michelle 🙌🏻🤩

[@TheresaGrivich]

Nice workout. Many thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Glad you like it Theresa :)

[@rosierosie62]

Day 45, my noodle arms could not do more than 3 pounds, especially the pesky left one, but maybe one day I can do more :)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You absolutely will!!!

[@sweetwillow028_]

Awesome! I am one of those persons that would like to follow one and only one instructor once I feel that she/he is extremely helpful in my workout journey haha I have back problem aka bulging disc. Pilates has helped improved my condition so much, is it okay if I request exercise series for core strengthening without bending our backs? much appreciate it.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Tiffanie! That's awesome that pilates has helped your condition, a bulging disc is painful! As far as ab exercises go, have you tried my standing abs workout? I would think the standing position would be good for your back as there is not any rounding of the spine. I would also recommend my cardio & strength workout that's osteoporosis friendly. Again, there is not rounding or curvature of the spine in that video. I hope that helps!

[@christiea.northrup]

I chose this workout tonight at 11:30 because I put it off until finishing a lot of other tasks today. Such. A. Great. Workout. I was so happy to hear you say you sleep well after a workout like this because I'm headed to lalala land right now and except to have a great rest. Love all your workouts and tell my friends about you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow! Props to you Christie for working out so late! Glad you liked it and hope you slept well :)

[@c2sands92]

How can anyone not like how you get us thru these exercises. I started with the 8 and then switched pretty quick to the 5. What a good arm/shoulder workout. Thanks for these wonderful workouts and the variety of all your videos Lauren. Keep them coming please. I’ve told all my old friends to try them.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing and for your kind comments :)

[@jeepersandrandy]

I loved this upper body strength workout using one weight and focusing on one side at a time. The time flew by and I felt that it worked almost every major muscle in the upper body using very unique and different moves that I hadn't seen or done before! Thanks for this lovely one which I followed up with your 22 Minute Strength Training (Osteoporosis Friendly) Workout, which also used some very unique and different moves. I just loved all of these and I got in a 45 minute workout today combining both of these. Thanks Lauren. Have a great weekend❣Lana

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Lana! I just filmed another 10 min arm routine, that I will post later this month. Hoping to keep things exciting! Wishing you a great weekend as well :)

[@carolalford4432]

Feeling confident! Used 8lb weights. Thanks again! 😅😅😅😅😊😊😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Fantastic Carol!!!

[@celestehammell4067]

So wonderful thank you

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you enjoyed it Celeste 🤩

[@carolalford4432]

Seating and feeling great! Have a great weekend! 😅😅😅😅😊😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! You too! 😍

[@karenoehler1661]

I actually did this workout using 8 lbs. and got through it, with a little soreness in my left arm…..but not for long! I actually couldn’t decide between 5 or 8 lbs., but I’m glad I challenged myself and chose 8. I did a 5 minute warmup before doing this, as it was my first workout of the day. Also included the one mile walk and back pain stretch class. Thank you again!! Love SeniorShape!! 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

wow! Great morning of workouts Karen. LOVE to hear that you rocked the 8lbs too :)

[@huawei049vipfbb6]

The weekly program is almost all new for me, so it won’t be boring. I started with dumbbells for my arms. And specifically with 8 pounds! But to my amazement, I almost made it! Only when lifting up did I take 4 pounds. So next time I will succeed! Thank you so much Lauren for the very motivating workout!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

wow! Good for you :)

[@tracyheath6076]

Nice Workout ! Used 4 different weights in lbs. Just some parts of my body are not as strong as others 5, 8, 10 and 12s. Love the combos. The teapot is a new one for me. Love it ! Gonna add some chest strengthening so I feel more complete. Thank you Lauren !

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yes! I love that you called out the teapot! I love it too!

[@jillharrison5391]

Lauren thanks for another great workout! I love all the variety you have on your channel. Truly enjoy strength training because I know we lose muscle as we age. Thanks for helping us with that!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome job building that muscle mass Jill! So glad you liked it!

[@Carlene-2345]

Thank you for clearly explaining movements & which muscles they work! This was my first time doing this video. I was able to maintain 6 lbs until I dropped to 4 on the teapot. Definitely getting stronger because of you. Thank you for improving my life! 😊 I ❤ this channel so much!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I appreciate that so much! Nice job with your weights too :0

[@JaniceFrary]

Found this one by accident searching for something for my arms instead of my boring PT routine. Wonderful! Nice strengthening arm workout without being too difficult. Easy enough to have several different weights in case the movement is too challenging with one weight. Thank you Lauren.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You’re welcome Janice! New arm workout coming Monday!! I use a heavy weight, but it its a good one to use a light weight as well.

[@shondaet]

That was a perfect arm strength workout. I used 5 lb and was challenged. I enjoyed the variety, combo moves and some new exercises!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome Shonda! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@alicenesbitt]

Liked this one - I can’t remember doing this 🤨 but The Teapot /. bending to my right my spine was talking to me .. but my left side bending all quiet... still raining here as I did this after the ball stretch - thankyou 🙏 31/3 Thursday

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

It’s normal for one side to be tighter than the other. Do some extra stretches if it was talking to you. Thanks Alice 🙌🏻

[@ruthkirkus7700]

I absolutely love the exercises and would like to know if I could use weights around my wrists instead of dumbbells as I have Arthritis in my wrists. It would be so wonderful if you could do some ‚wrist-protective‘ exercises. Thanks so much

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yes Ruth, you absolutely can use wrist weights!

[@susanhoff7795]

Just a quick ? I did your lower body and this workout today. Love all your videos. Are these videos sufficient for a good workout. You hear all kinds of opinions from so many sources . TIA

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Sure Susan! Putting these two together is a great total body strength workout. I like to alternate my strength training days with my cardio days, so make sure you are some cardio a few days a week along with your strength training :)

[@anastasiafot1119]

This was just perfect for me this morning! I just love the workout weekly plans. Helps find something to suit the day, time and mood I am in. Thank you!🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Glad you are enjoyed my workouts Anastasia :)

[@carolengroff6766]

I love, love , love this workout! Thank you so much for creating something a little different. I think I’ll be feeling this in my core for quite some time! ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! Thank you 🤩

[@ColeenKennedy-f7z]

While I have never been a fan of weights, your video makes it so do-able for me and with osteopenia I realize how important! Thank you so very much! 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are so welcome! Thanks for noting how important strength is Coleen!!!

[@irmabarnett-e6n]

i love these moves!!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Irma! Keep your eye out for a new standing 10 min arm workout next week :)

[@jeanneritchie7863]

Another good one, Lauren! It may be summer, but the music teacher in me is singing, “I’m a little teapot, short and stout.” 😄

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Love that! Thanks Jeanne :)

[@maggiecostello7755]

I am noticing my arms are becoming more shapely after doing your lovely workout’s, Than you x

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome Maggie! You are most welcome!

[@judmil1953]

I am 70 years old, was able to sit to do this workout in a chair with 3# weights, a bit challenging and a little too fast but able to keep up

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great Judy! I have many chair workouts that tend to go at a slower pace. Let me know if you need a link or help finding them.

[@experience_kingsley]

Was able to do this with 7 lbs! I have been working on strength, so this was a big step forward. Thanks so much!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Fantastic! I'm so proud of you Patricia :)

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren that's made me 🥵🥵 I'm the same as you when I do strength workouts I always have a good night's sleep 💗

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren this is one of my favourite classes gets the heart rate up and 🥵🥵Great start to September ❤️🙋

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! Thanks Julie :)

[@stacischeetz7597]

Love this! I did it with 8lb weights (which is huge for me)! September strong!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Love "September strong" Staci !!!

[@tracywright4695]

Omg just found this one very challenging but love the one weight workout ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

So glad you got a good workout Tracy!

[@RobertBrown-wl5nu]

💪It’s a strength class ❤️❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I'm sure you are getting stronger :)

[@bozenavainauskas3559]

You're amazing teacher. Thanks🌹🥀🌺

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! 😃

[@avoidtheagonyofaging]

Did a yoga session with you this morning, rode my bike this afternoon for cardio, and finished the day with this workout from 10:30 p.m. to now. Had a phone call that went for two hours from a dear friend, so I'm late doing weights tonight. Love that you mentioned you sleep better at night after doing weights. That's what I am counting on tonight (I hope). Thanks for the great workouts every day.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wow! sounds like a full day and I hope you slept well :) Best of luck with your channel as well and thanks for sharing me on your Short!

[@juliemacefield3307]

Thankyou Lauren I do feel great 👍see you on the next one 🙋💐

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Fantastic!

[@arlenem.4579]

Thank you for these videos. COVID has put my gym workouts on hold since March 2020 and my doctor does not want me to go back anytime soon. I'm almost 61 with back problems but I found your exercise routines doable. My only regret was not finding your channel sooner.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Better late then never! So glad you are enjoying my channel and staying active Arlene. Good for you!

[@karenriechers2031]

I absolutely love your workouts. They get me sweating and aren't too long for me to get in every morning. Soon this will be a habit and I am so excited to finally make this work. Thank you! You are very much appreciated!!😊🌟

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

That’s great Karen! Thanks so much and keep up the amazing work 🙌🏻

[@victoriaballew8753]

After doing what I consider intermediate level workouts with 10-15 lb weights, I resisted senior workouts, thinking they wouldn’t be challenging enough. Alas, knee and shoulder problems forced me to reconsider. One day I stumbled upon your channel, and I’m so glad that I did! I love that you incorporate balance as well as strength into the workouts. Your calming, gentle presence is a welcome change from other workouts that have me feeling pressured to keep up and perform complex moves that leave me feeling frustrated, and if I’m not careful, injured. Please keep these workouts coming-they’re just what I need!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you found me too Victoria! Thank you for your kind words, and you're right, my workouts are still challenging :)

[@jacquelinea8224]

Somehow I missed a bunch of great workouts from this time period. So happy the algorithm brought me back here. I definitely see the value in commenting (beyond saying hi to my girl). 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! good to know the algorithm is working! Thanks Jacqueline :)

[@martinbrown7903]

That is a super workout. I love the guiding comments about how important it is to increase strength for a better life and you talk us through the exercises. Thank you for all the preparation you obviously give these sessions. 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Absolutely!! You're most welcome Matin, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@marksmith-zk6dl]

I'm a tea pot full of chips, here I am twisting stopping my pout. Your work out is perfect in voice and pace, I'm warm and happy, finding some grace. Wonderful!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

I love it Mark, thanks for making me laugh! 😆

[@margaretek5350]

Thank you Lauren loved this upper body routine as I am stronger in my lower body! Thanks for the reminder for those abs! Mine have a mind of their own, lol! 🙏🙏💖❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! You're most welcome Margarete! Gotta keep those abs in line ;)

[@gianpaolobuttersruben4524]

thank you for this workout...excellent for my back..Can u now do something similar with 2 weights?

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks Gian! I have several strength training workouts that use two weights. Here is a link to one that was posted last month: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4nGYqFvpLuKb6M There is also: barre arms, and chest & back on the mat and many more! Check out the playlist on my channel that says “strength “

[@loriwilliamson5738]

Love your channel! I couldn't do all of these because I have golfers elbow, a cantankerous QL and a broken pinky toe.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Oh my Lori, that’s a lot going on! Good for you for trying and doing what you could. Please take care of yourself! 😍

[@winner1122ful]

Tried it for the first time and really enjoyed it; will use a higher weight next time! Thank you, Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Nice job Mary!!!

[@jenniferrogers3034]

Thank you Lauren! I immediately added this to my list of favorites. My arms & abs feel nicely worked out. I loved the teapot move!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome!

[@clc7378]

🎉 TY!

[@dianepiranian1224]

Love your workouts- definitely worked everything you said it would! And easy to keep up!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Thank you Diane :)

[@alette1414]

Fantastic variety of moves! I love that these are slightly different and work across the body. Thanks for another great workout!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much, thrilled you love it!

[@mariafoley3134]

This is amazing! I love this combined with the No Excuses work out. I feel wonderful!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome Maria. I love that combo too 💜

[@sandyf8556]

Loved this workout Lauren!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much Sandy 💜

[@winner1122ful]

A wonderful complement to the 10 minute upper body with weights. I feel great!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Way to double up Mary!

[@darbyrosengren]

Big hug back! And thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Anytime Darby 💜

[@TheZennad]

this is sooooo good, thanks for all that you do!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome, glad you enjoyed it!!

[@jmatt5988]

Thank you for another great one. Arm strength exercises are just what I need for my sad, weak arms!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

They won't be sad and weak for long after this routine ;)

[@dyanturner4383]

My legs were tired from yesterday so I did this workout today. Just the ticket! Thanks Lauren!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

sounds perfect Dyan, you are most welcome!

[@suzl762]

Your programs really help to get us "older" folks moving without injury!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Excellent! Thanks so much 💜

[@a.duarte4640]

Great WOut. Appreciate verbal cues for positioning, breathing and ab intake.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You bet! Thanks for appreciating those cues!

[@helenb6936]

Thank you Lauren, great workout as always. I really appreciate your constant reminders regarding the core🙂

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome Helen! Glad you appreciate those reminders!

[@maryvenuti8636]

Awesome workout this is my second workout with you and will continue with you! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome Mary! So glad you have joined and found my channel. Thanks for working out with me!

[@debraloomis9816]

This is a great workout! I do many of your videos and love them!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awesome! Thank you Debra :)

[@kristinerikkola9856]

This was one of the best arm/ core workout I’ve done. I loved the teapot move! 🙏

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Thanks so much Kristine 💜

[@heatherframpton9693]

I am always glad to see a new workout post from you. 😁 Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Awww, thanks Heather. Likewise I look forward to your comments!

[@julieseidel7044]

Lauren, I just lost 1 of the 2 arm workouts you gave me.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Julie, just look back in the comments, the links will still be there. If you are still having trouble, let me know and I will resend them!

[@SusiloWati-jl1fr]

Loved yr workout👍👍👍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you so much Susilo! I appreciate you saying so and thanks for working out with me! 😍

[@odilel7828]

Merci pour vos cours qui sont TOUS extrêmement bien conçus ! ❤️

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're most welcome Odile! Thank YOU :)

[@tracyheath6076]

I also like to workout at night with strength training to sleep better !

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

sleeping well is such a nice benefit of all exercise, but I find it especially true with strength training too. Yay!

[@fran_jk]

So many new moves! This was a great workout! Thank you!💗

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks so much Fran! I hope to never be boring :)

[@patgollin9131]

Loved this workout

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Great! Thanks so much Pat! 💜

[@isabellaferraz5079]

Thank you for this! Kisses from Brazil :)

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome Isabella! Thrilled you liked it and thanks for watching!

[@lilianatosic2522]

Amazing! Loved it. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are most welcome 💜

[@susanhull6831]

Lovely start to the morning! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure Susan :) Have a great day!

[@lillianmcgrew217]

Good workout ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! 🤗

[@nomeolvidesful]

Thank you !!!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You are most welcome Patricia 💜

[@giovannamagri3777]

Grazie Lauren, 😊

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

My pleasure :)

[@juliehoot3916]

Great! 👍

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks! 😃

[@annabaldori]

Thanks ❤

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're welcome Anna 😊

[@daledaniel5505]

I love, love, love your workouts for seniors!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you! 😍

[@daisywilson9946]

Great workout for arms and shoulders!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Daisy 🤩

[@nancyl4089]

Thanks!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Nancy!!!

[@joyceschultz4865]

Great!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thanks as always Joyce :)

[@susanpomposini1680]

Hello

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Hi Susan💜

[@marylamoree7412]

Great exercises. Thank you.

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you like them Mary, it's my pleasure :)

[@rhondagallone5908]

This was so much fun!! Happy Labor Day Lauren! 😘

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Yay! Thank you! Happy Labor Day Rhonda :)

[@rhondagallone5908]

@@SeniorShapeFitnessoops I commented on the wrong video!! 😂 I meant to comment on the walking cardio jeez lol I’m sure this one will be fun!! They all are!! 😊😘

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

@@rhondagallone5908 I think this happens a lot 😆

[@janaya7322]

Love your workouts! Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You're so welcome! Thanks Janaya :)

[@carolvoiles687]

Great, inventive, workout!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Glad you liked it Carol! Looks like you did both upper and lower workouts! nice job!

[@bsher1593]

Nice workout!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

Thank you Barbara, I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 🙌🏻🤩

[@Mary-bx8gd]

Thank you!

[@SeniorShapeFitness]

You bet Terri. Thanks for watching!

[@enikozsisku2338]