Strength Training Program for Seniors & Beginners | Leg Workout | Day 2

[@robynhenderson8090]

Thank You SO MUCH for designing these workouts for us!! They are AWESOME!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Yay! Thanks so much, Robyn! A huge smile on my face as I am typing this:)

[@ImprovedHealth]

@Cleejack Hi! There are actually 25 days of workouts. I actually JUST uploaded a blog post about what to do after the 25 days. If you go to my website, you can read about it there. Just click 'Blog' at the top of the webpage and then you'll see the post that was uploaded today. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com

[@ImprovedHealth]

@Cleejack I'm happy to do so:)

[@marycourtney4271]

I'm enjoying this short strength training segments....just enough, not too much that I can't fit in a walking workout too. Thank you Jules for doing this for us!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm so glad to read that you are enjoying it. Thanks for letting me know, Mary!

[@sandrataylor4291]

Workout complete! Thanks so much for the program. It feels good!

[@forCDW]

SO glad to have these - like the length. On Day 2, looking forward to the next.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Carol!

[@janetbrittain8020]

Thank you for this. I'm excited to get stronger, and I don't feel overwhelmed! I will be looking forward to this every morning.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm thrilled to read your comment, Janet. Excited to get strong, not feeling overwhelmed and looking forward to it...is all awesome. Thanks so much for sharing this with me.

[@anntews6325]

I love these short workouts. Felt it in my legs for sure. I’m so glad you make these workouts so doable for us. I have a hard time getting up and down from the floor, but i was still able to do the plank, which by the way was a teeny bit easier than yesterday. Thanks again, Jules.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for your great feedback, Ann.

[@susanwright2554]

Hi Jules, another good one! I needed a legs-focused workout, thank you 😊

[@ImprovedHealth]

You’ll get a second leg workout this week:)

[@valboni5709]

Hello from Pennsylvania! I’m almost 67 and have been losing strength and muscle mass and just found your channel. I recently retired and now have more time to find cus more on rebuilding my strength. I just did the day one. Loved it! Thank you for putting together this simple and short program to help us build strength.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Welcome to my channel and thank you for letting me know that you're new here. Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all into the playlists. I also have workout calendars on my website along with strength calendars in various levels. You can find those under the 'workout calendars' tab at the top of the website. I truly hope you continue to enjoy the workouts as you try more of them. www.improvedhealthforseniors.com

[@claudiaromano8374]

I began yesterday, and will continue every day. Thank you Jules for your encouraging quotes, love all them. ❤❤❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

Excellent!!!

[@zeinabmansaray9726]

This is the third time am doing this series. The best strength training program on KZbin accommodates all fitness levels. Thanks @improvedhealth. Would be nice if you can make a cardio program to give us beginners a proper guide. Also would be nice to make an intermediate version of this.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi! Somehow I missed your comment. I do create monthly workout calendars which you can find on my website. But, otherwise you can pick and choose any of the workouts from the 'beginner' playlist. If those are too easy, you could move up to the intermediate level playlists. In terms of strength training, I did create a new 5 day strength training program. You can find it under the 'intermediate strength training' playlist. I hope that helps!

[@gabrielapreininger7335]

Love it! Short and effective. Thank you so much! Looking forward to the next one.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks! So glad to read that you're looking forward to more.

[@georgewagner6889]

Hi Jules: thanks for a great workout. I look forward when you come up with new workouts. I exercise everyday to you workout videos. Thanks for sharing. 😅😅😅

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks George!

[@chrisjohnson8486]

My wife and I are seniors and started your chair exercises last month, thank you very much. Today we started your 25 day strengthening challenge, thank you very much for the videos, they have inspired us to get fit.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am thrilled to read your message, Chris! I am so glad to read that you're starting the strength workouts and that you both want to get fit. I definitely look forward to reading about your progress down the road! If you are still mixing in the chair workouts, I'll add the link to my new chair channel. I have seated stretches on the new channel, too, which could come in handy. youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@marie-theresehayes6875]

Really enjoyed this one. I actually like squats! The calf raises are great for me as I have weak calves. Another great workout. Thanks Jules.

[@ImprovedHealth]

You're on a roll...day two done:)

[@надеждакороткова-ъ3п]

I resumed training with this program. I do them in the evening before bed. I like them (like all your workouts, Jules): leisurely and very useful - both increase strength and balance. Thank you so much, Jules! Have a good day!

[@ImprovedHealth]

So glad that you are including strength workouts.

[@ligiaryon431]

Thank you!

[@jazzyjayjai5623]

Great video for beginners or seniors. This is just what I needed.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for your feedback.

[@joangieseke8941]

So happy I started this series! ❤ I used my 10 lb weights for squats and deadlifts and held the plank for 15 seconds. Woohoo! Looking forward to Day 3! ❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad to read that you're challenging yourself with the weights. 10 lbs for squats is great!

[@jeannet9592]

That single leg calf raise was a good one! I felt it!

[@suel4269]

Done! It’s interesting trying to plank with my dog trying to save me!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Lol, cute.

[@malamaurer4043]

I love these uplifting sessions Jules! Thank you so much for creating this series 🤗

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad that you are enjoying them!

[@malamaurer4043]

@@ImprovedHealth you have taken the intimidation out of weight training 🤗

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@malamaurer4043 I am thrilled to read that feedback...thanks Mala!

[@malamaurer4043]

@@ImprovedHealth ❤️❤️❤️

[@richardwilson929]

Thanks, Jules. I'm enjoying my last week before surgery recovery.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love how you are working out every day before surgery.

Loved it! See you tomorrow! Million times thank you.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aww, thanks Helga! ❤️

[@delfinlila567]

My legs thank you for the nice short workout.

[@staceydroogas928]

I was sooo happy to have learned some new moves to add to those I already knew. I great all-around strength workout. I exceeded time and reps in some. I dared to attempt the one leg calf lift: it was difficult but targeted what I need to work on. I'm used to holding 5 lb. dumbells and rising using both legs. You offered challenges, Jules, and I'm up to improving myself. Again, thank you for your gentle coaching and a very effective routine...Anastasia

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love that you are excited to get strong.❤️

[@paulasee1153]

So amazing! Thank you for the education as well as a great workout! Go day 2!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Paula!😊 I love the 'Go day 2!'

[@marie-theresehayes6875]

Fab as usual. Even managed the plank.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad to see you're back to the strength workouts.

[@Qween111]

Day 2 Done It's amazing ✨ Love to do it 💙

[@ImprovedHealth]

Congrats on completing day two!

[@Qween111]

@@ImprovedHealth 💙

[@Mary-bx8gd]

These are wonderful! Thank you so much!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much, Mary!

[@lilibetwindsor79]

Thanks again. I STARTED before and stopped . So I decided to start from Day 1 again.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Welcome back!!! Congrats on returning:) If you have a hard time getting into it, it might help to do a short cardio workout before which might get you more into the mood of doing weights. Just a thought.

[@lilibetwindsor79]

@@ImprovedHealth I worked on and off till day 8 to 10, then I stopped because of family commitment.....I thought it would be easier to start from day 1. I must admit though I never feel comfortable with weights. THANKS for yr reply

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@lilibetwindsor79 I hope this series makes you more comfortable with weights. Let me know if you have any questions as you get through the series.

[@lilibetwindsor79]

@@ImprovedHealth Just done day 3 and 10 min cardio. Thanks for the push.

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@lilibetwindsor79 Yay! That's great! Off to a good start:)💪

[@lta2356]

I am liking this very much, Jules. Thank you. I did Day 1 and Day 2 together. Can’t wait to do day 3. Thanks again.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love that you are excited to do more!

[@LaurieS-cz1fr]

Great one! I especially appreciate that there were no lunges involved, lol. I also appreciate all of the stretching at the end. Had to add in a warm-up.

[@ImprovedHealth]

If you do your cardio workout first, you will definitely be warmed up:) Thanks for letting me know that you enjoyed the exercises...I can't promise that lunges won't be in workouts coming up.😳

[@LaurieS-cz1fr]

lol@@ImprovedHealth

[@francesoha2062]

Thank you.I do this as soon as I get up.

[@feliciaholley7484]

Good morning Jules just loving these workouts💛

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for your feedback, Felicia. I definitely appreciate reading that! 🥰

[@JohnsDeb]

Day 2 complete, 11/27 ❤Love this!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for letting me know you're enjoying this, Debbie.😊

[@helenb6936]

Day 2✅ thank you so much Jules....onwards and upwards 😀

[@ImprovedHealth]

Congrats for completing day 2!

[@malamaurer4043]

I am thinking as the weeks progress a double session is going to be a lot for me. Now I started I want to continue with the weight training. I didn't think I was going to like it as much as I do now. 🤗 Have a great Saturday ahead Jules ❤️

[@ImprovedHealth]

So glad to hear that you are loving getting strong!

[@malamaurer4043]

@@ImprovedHealth Jules...the way you present tough information makes it all manageable 🤗 Love love love the way you teach ❤️

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@malamaurer4043 Thank you SO much, Mala.🫂

[@cherylelinsmith743]

Good one Jules, thanks

[@hildakuruvila700]

Thank you for your excercises. Could you please post some excercises to strengthen the kness,.

[@ImprovedHealth]

The squats and lunges (which will be in day 4) will absolutely strengthen the muscles to support your knees:)

[@hildakuruvila700]

THANK YOU JULES, looking forward to more excercises to strenghten as well as to remove the pain on the knee.

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@hildakuruvila700 Here's a video I made with my dad. He had osteoarthritis pain in his knee and was prescribed these exercises by his PT. He did the exercises 2-3 times a week and still does them to keep his legs strong. He hasn't had pain in his knee since starting them. If your pain is from OA, these would be worth trying. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6aXnJZmn8aad68

[@marthasanchez932]

I Love the 2 nd Day

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for your feedback:)

[@margarettownsley9500]

Day 2 completed thank you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Look at you go!

[@margarettownsley9500]

@@ImprovedHealth thank you I’m really enjoying as matter of fact I’ve never enjoyed any other exercise like yours it’s doing me the world of good mentally and I certainly feel my body working thank you so much

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@margarettownsley9500 A HUGE "WOO HOO" to that! Thanks for sharing that with me:)

[@margarettownsley9500]

@@ImprovedHealth thank you so much and as the weather is so very cold in the U.K. it’s a bonus I can do this in my house

[@TattiBriar]

Love all your workouts…..and your sneakers! What brand are they ?❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you! Most of the shoes I wear in my videos are Pumas.

[@ResilientIzShe]

I'm 42 & I haven't worked out in about a month but am always pressed for time. But despite my time off, I'm not as challenged as I thought I would be with getting back into the swing of things. Do you have any 10-15-min intermediate strength training playlists for those of us who are not necessarily beginners but have been on hiatus for a short while & looking to get back into it?

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi! I have a 5 day strength program which follows this one but that's pretty much the most challenging strength workouts I have on my channel at this point. Hopefully you'll enjoy the 5 day program until I can create newer workouts:) You can find it in the playlists under the intermediate strength workouts.

[@Madeleine2010]

Day 2 completed! I still feel a slight muscle soreness from yesterday's workout. Perfect that you tackled a whole different body region today. I'm having some trouble with deep squats without moving my heels off the floor. If I keep my feet on the ground, I can only manage a very small squat. Is this something that could get better with stretching the calves?

[@ImprovedHealth]

When you're doing the squats, don't worry about going deep. Just go to the level that works for you at this point. When you're doing the exercise, think about pressing your heels into the floor (put your weight into your heels and press up through the heels). Let me know if that helps.

[@loonielaura]

Day 2 done & done. Thanks for making this doable. I look forward to Day 3 to see what you have planned for us.

[@kathleenlynch5003]

When I did the dead lifts, I also felt it in my core muscles. Does that sound right? Thanks, Jules!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Absolutely.

[@margot7350]

Yayay!!!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Day 2 done:)

[@anuradhab4481]

🌄💙🙏

[@elenawalls6967]

PLEASE kill the music!!! Can't hear the directions - it's way too loud.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for your feedback, Elena. I can't change the videos once they are up, but I will keep it in mind for future workouts.

[@susanpolice8465]

💞💕♥♥♥♥!!!!!!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Stronger every day:)

[@susanpolice8465]

@@ImprovedHealth With your help and ENCOURAGEMENT!!!!💌🤟

[@anuradhab4481]

16 odd minutes...with enough options for each one of us to customize to our own requirements...what more can we ask for?!! I'm excited to build strength with you, Jules...this program promises to be incredible! My biggest achievement so far has been..consistency, and can't thank you enough for your motivation, smiles, and calm clear instructions. Stay blessed..🙏

[@ImprovedHealth]

I love that you are excited to build strength:) Thanks for your kind feedback. 🤗

[@annem3532]

I love how you give us a minute to get down to the floor for the plank. No other workout I've done does this. Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks SO much for mentioning that, Anne.

[@stacybates1901]

Another enjoyable workout,I felt like I was a little steadier on the plank,Yay Thanks so much,I did your dance cardio workout before

[@ImprovedHealth]

Great to hear that you felt a little more stable!

[@chrisperkins6403]

Super excited for sure! One of my personal mantras is "Do one thing every day that makes you happy" and THIS was today's one thing. Already anticipating tomorrow.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aww, yay! Love your comment.

[@bhupinderjitparmar9244]

Thanks Jules for these great leg exercises. I am glad you included warm up and stretching so the novice to the exercise know what to do. Now you don’t have to do that for rest of the programme. All the exercises were great. I really appreciate what weights to use while doing these exercises. Stay blessed❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you!

[@reevagreenberg9230]

Started today. Age 79. Will need to take a break next week due to surgery, but will restart asap! Thank you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Welcome to my channel and thank you for letting me know that you're new here. Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all into the playlists. If you enjoyed this one, you can find plenty more at this same level under the 'beginner level' playlists. I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out. Depending on what type of surgery you're getting, I'll also add my other chair channel for you which might work well after surgery. youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@janesmith-stage4755]

Stretches, cardio, strength Day 2! See you tomorrow!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Sounds like you’ve had a good full body workout today:)

[@valeriezick4459]

HI Jules, I am really loving these strength workouts! It sounds like a lot of people love them, probably because they are short enough for anyone to do! This is only my second one but I'm excited! I like how you're targeting different areas of the body. Thanks Jules,

[@ImprovedHealth]

Within the 5 days, it’ll provide a well-rounded program. We’re just getting started and I want to ensure people don’t do too much the first week. I want people returning:)

[@juliewhiteside2497]

Another good one,working the whole lower body. it's great that you actually did some of the supported options. I may not currently need them but it's frustrating when you need them & are only given a cursory'do this'.The calf raise harder option was one I've never seen before,really ramped the work up,in a good way! I thought I wanted more workout less stretches today but having gone through the stretches with you,I really needed them. The perfect amount of time to encourage consistency x

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for your helpful feedback, Julie!

[@debbyshehane9955]

I've been doing cardio with you for a month; now starting strength training. I am feeling stronger. Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Yay! So glad to read that you are starting strength training!!!

[@saraG100]

Perfect Jules. I have plenty of fluff covering my muscles but it's satisfying to feel myself gaining strength. Thx!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Gaining strength definitely feels good:)

[@lunesa]

Another amazing session, Jules! I inserted this with your other walking workouts as well. Can't wait to join everyone tomorrow for Day 3! 🤗 🙋November 10 - Day 2 ✅November 09 - Day 1

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you for letting me know that you are enjoying these workouts:)

[@yuli2220]

I'm so glad I found this channel. Thank you for making a program for beginners that is not overwhelming and teaching it in such a nice, gentle way.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback. Welcome to my channel and thank you for letting me know that you're new here. Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all into the playlists. If you enjoyed this one, you can find plenty more at this same level under the 'gentle level' playlists. I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out. If you ever have any questions, I'm here to answer:)

[@yuli2220]

@@ImprovedHealth Thank you :)

[@corazonzinampan3726]

Thank you so much for the strengthening exercises.i did one of your videos thru our tv screen.It is very helpful for me,a 66 yr old senior from the Philippines!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Cora!

[@inmablancofont329]

Hi Jules, great, I'd like you to do a 21-day sit-down challenge, for all the people who can't stand standing, thank you, thank you ♥️🇪🇸😘🙏

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for the request, Inma:)

[@pamjamas]

Just did day 1. Thank you for creating this program!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I hope you continue to enjoy it:)

[@CourtneyRobinson]

Thank you!

[@janepotero-motto3566]

Started Day 1 Strength training today look forward to all 15 days and more Plank not able but made it hard for myself to plank off the wall Thanks

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm so glad to hear that you are starting! Plank off the wall is a great start, too:) I look forward to hearing about your progress over the next few weeks (if you wish to share it). 💪

[@jackierogers2041]

Hi. I really can’t seem to do a quad stretch even holding onto my trainer. Is there an alternative I can do?

[@ImprovedHealth]

For sure! Lots of options. You can place your foot on a chair behind you instead of holding it. If that doesn't work, you can sit down on a chair, with one glute on the chair as you stretch the other leg back as far as you can (or you can hold your foot and lift the foot up slightly).

[@amalkhalil7985]

👍👍🌹❤️❤️🌹👍🌹🌹🌹

[@lucius10]

As a result of what was an incomprehensible KZbin error in relation to my account, my comments yesterday disappeared. Thank you very much for your training. I do the plank for about a minute. What do you think Jules about doing the plank exercise not with your arms straight, but resting your forearms on the mat? Is it less valuable? 💛

[@ImprovedHealth]

It’s actually a bit harder on your forearms so definitely do it that way if you can. Since this is the first week, I wanted to provide the easiest, most doable option.

[@lucius10]

@@ImprovedHealth I understand. Thank you.🙂

[@vilmalarios836]

i loved...just right. thank you !!!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Vilma!

[@caroldavey4129]

Thank you for doing these workouts. I did week one looking for week two. Is this week 2 and day 2??? I did week 2 day one yesterday. Just want to make sure I am doing the right day.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'll add the playlist for you:) kzbin.info/aero/PLsPoR5SimhuXlhQFyw_ZGaofBQIwjQF6B

[@caroldavey4129]

Thank you so much ❤️ I enjoy working out with you.

[@twishamerryhuart700]

🖐

[@Elhadaryh02]

❤❤❤

[@marybergman6545]

Day 2 . Feeling stronger 👍 Thanks for the great workout

[@vickipeck3624]

Thanks for this series!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad you enjoyed the first two days, Vicki! Welcome to my channel and thank you for subscribing! Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all into the playlists. If you enjoyed this one, you can find plenty more at this same level under the 'intermediate level' playlists. I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out. I also have workout calendars on my website (6 levels) so when you find this series getting too easy, you can find the next level under the 'workout calendar' tab at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com

[@cathymushock8412]

Day 2, it’s great

[@ImprovedHealth]

Congrats for completing day 2!

[@lucywilliams6493]

H I what can I use as I don't have any weights love

[@ImprovedHealth]

Do you have exercise bands? If not, you could use water bottles or cans that are easy to hold onto. Or, even vinegar bottles that have handles. Just look in your cupboards and try to find heavier items that you can hold (and ones that won't break if they fall).

[@lucywilliams6493]

@@ImprovedHealth thank you love

[@chrismartin1620]

I planked!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Woo hoo! I love it.

[@margaretek5350]

Loved day 2 thank you Jules! Appreciate your encouragement! Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@ImprovedHealth]

Glad to read that you enjoyed it:)

[@patriceayvazian4967]

Good Morning - I really look forward to these doable classes - I have started doing the plank using the seat of the chair. Kind of a hybrid between wall and floor. Works well for me!!!

[@ImprovedHealth]

That’s great! I was going to show that option but I’m fearful someone might get hurt if they don’t brace the chair against a wall.

[@lwatlinkline]

I'm so glad you added modifications for doing this for people who have already been doing strength training, this is going well for me the 2nd time through. Thanks!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad to know that you're doing it again to continue working on strength.

[@Lulu18092010]

Thank you Jules! I am still enjoying the strength training program and make sure I do cardio before hand. Loving getting stronger.

[@ImprovedHealth]

That's perfect. The cardio before will really allow your body to be prepared for the strength sessions.

[@noraozan9912]

Buen día jules!!gracias por el 2 reto!!🤩🇦🇷💪🦵👏👏👏

[@ImprovedHealth]

De nada, Nora!

[@Elhadaryh02]

God bless you!❤❤❤

[@eirienalthrin9203]

Glad to be able to move on to day two! This workout was short but sweet.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Congrats on completing two days so far:)

[@susanmarlow242]

FUN, SHORT, ENJOYABLE!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Susan!