Hi Jules, I can feel that I'm getting stronger and I can't tell you how good that feels! Having the workouts get a little more challenging each day is such a good way to see a difference in my ability. Thank you!
Being as consistent as you have been lately really does make a difference in the strengths and benefits you've been seeing (and will continue to see!).
Improving day by day; however, I must admit that only 9 push-ups coloured my programme today. But I am not devastated as tomorrow is another day with another challenges and goals (15 push ups). Jules, thank you very much.
Following this programme and loving it - like having a personal trainer! You explain the moves so well, thank you. I'm a couple of days behind but will keep going. My abs shake so much doing the plank so hoping it will get a bit easier in time!
Thanks Jules for fabulous day 16. I was glad you did not say to use very heavy weights today. On Saturday I took Bivalent vaccine so my arm is still sore. But I managed to do the whole training with two and three pounds weight and really loved it. Stay blessed❤
It is a bit shocking how vaccines can make the arms so sore...I always get that soreness as well. Glad to hear you were still able to do a strength workout today.😊
Hi Jules. It was challenging today but a really good one. On Friday I wasn't able to hold the plank for the full 45 seconds, but was able to today! Off to do some cardio.......Thank you!
Challenged myself to use 5 lbs instead of 3 lbs for triceps kickbacks and bicep pulses... love seeing increase! I did the planks with extended arms instead of forearms. ..they are still a challenge but did the 45 seconds! Looking forward to working out with you this week! ☺
Yayyyyyy! Thanks so much for sharing your progress with me! It's great to hear that you were able to increase the weight. Yay (I literally said that out loud!). Congrats on the 45 second plank, too!
Hi Jules, I tried my heavier 8 lb. weights today on some of the moves. It was really challenging but I changed back to 5 lb. weights when it just got too hard for me. Loved the workout! It's so exciting to feel myself gaining strength again, little by little. Thanks Jules!
That’s a perfect way to get stronger by doing as many reps as you can with the heavier weight and then going lighter when you need to. Glad to hear you are seeing progress!
I did the new Christmas cardio workout first, this is a great addition. You're right about plank, I only made 31 seconds today. Thanks for these great videos and see you tomorrow for day 17.
Thanks for helping regulate my breathing with your good example. Maybe it was the two day rest, but those bicep pulses with 8 pounds instead of 10 pounds really hit the spot.
Good for you for using 8 and 10 lb weights! It sounds like you are using the weight that will definitely be beneficial to seeing change. Far too often people don't use a heavy enough weight (I'll try to talk about it in a post at some point on my blog).
Another good one Jules, had to take a brake cause of my back. Tenants meeting they had people sign up for free exercise chair class. They need 10 people to sign up. I did, will see if we get enough. I’ll keep on doing yours as well.
Hi Jules, I thought I would push on with the press-ups and managed 15, but then struggled with the plank and had to keep putting my knees down. Swings and roundabouts, if you know that expression! 😊😊
Hullo Jules ...just past noon, here...finished working out with you, and enjoyed the challenge...i find any rotatory movements with weights very beneficial for my left wrist...thank you so much. Plank is good, so is the rest...but for the pushups🤪...i'llget them soon...just will be the river!!! Today's ending words are so beautiful💗
I'm loving this program. I'm not seeing major changes but I'm feeling stronger in my daily life.👍🏻💪🏻 I really like the fact that I'm no so sore the next day that I feel like quitting. Huge progress for me 😁. Thanks so much!!
It's great that you're feeling stronger. Seeing changes takes a while but if you stay consistent with strength training, it'll definitely happen. When you're done this 25 day program, you can move onto the next level that I created. In case you haven't seen it, I created 6 levels of strength training schedules on my website (under the 'workout calendars' tab).
Just so you know, my husband and I are doing the program a little differently. We are doing strength training 3 times a week (I keep track on the calendar on which Workout we are on), cardio 5 to 6 times a week plus walking the dog. We have added tabata as one of the cardio to increase endurance. We are 67, but able to do the program including the 45 second plank (I do half on forearms, half with hands). It is like having a personal trainer where we know we are working all the muscle groups. I'm not sure what happens after we complete the program the first time, but I am confident you'll let us know. Thanks for all that you do.
Your plan is excellent. A great mix of cardio and strength workouts and the fact that you are doing strength 3x a week is fantastic. When you’re done the 25 day program you can just pick and choose any of the workouts from day 16-25 and continue with your same plan of 3 days a week. I also put out a new one yesterday (and a new one tomorrow) with 20 min or cardio and 10 min of strength which would work well for your strength workouts, too.
Welcome to my channel! I create gentle, beginner and intermediate level workouts. If you go to my website, I have created categories to help people find the ones that suit them best. You can find them all at www.improvedhealthforseniors.com
Thank you Jules after 2 days off from program definitely saw strength improvement on my push-ups and plank! 10 on toes full body and 5 on kness and 45 sec plank! Only for myself to remember! Blessings to all! 🙏🙏🙏
Woohoo!!! I do find it's good to take 1-2 days off strength training to allow the muscles to recover and get ready to build again. So glad that you're seeing the benefits!
Helloo, I am still here! Been busy, low energy (still working out though) and my soft tissue issues haven't been happy at this point in strength training. I really can't go over 7lbs sadly. But, I keep 3=7 lbs on a table in front of me so it's easy to change out the weight depending on what my body says is ok for today. This workout was TOUGH! The only thing I couldn't do 💯 were the lunges. I got to 5, switched to squats and did maybe 2 more . LUNGES ARE HARD. Thanks again for all you do Jules 🎉❤
You're right, lunges are definitely hard. But, they definitely get easier with practice. One thing you can do is put a chair on either side of you, and place your hands on the chairs when you come down. As they become easier, you can move to just using one chair. The other thing is not to worry about how low you go. Just go to the depth that feels right and over time you can go deeper into the lunge. Lastly, think of going 'down', not lunging forward. I find when I think of going down with the knee, it makes the exercise easier. What you did with switching to squats was also a perfect idea. Squats are a phenomenal exercise and will build overall leg and glute strength.
@ImprovedHealth it's because of your teaching that I keep those weights near by and to feel ok if I have to switch to squats during lunges. You definitely know what you are talking about! And thanks for the helpful suggestion on making lunges more doable until the strength is there for unaided lunges. You're the best 👌 👍 😍
@@ImprovedHealth you're so welcome. I have learned from you and have grown stronger by really listening to you and paying attention your exercise form. There's a lot of free knowledge delivered thoughtfully from you and that's not common in this market. Kudos to you and my sincerest thanks for what you share. 😊
That was great. My only problem is I am away from home and only brought 2 sets of weights with me. Could definitely use the heavier weights for these. The plank was tough but managed the whole 45 seconds.
Congrats on the 45 seconds! You'll still benefit with the lighter weights and soon enough, you'll be back home and can challenge yourself more again with heavier weights. Another option would be to purchase bands so you can make the exercise as hard as you want by tightening up the bands. They are great for travelling.
just went up a weight today, glad i did because the lightest weight needed today was the one i had been using as the lightest the other days lol. haven't managed a proper push up yet, my butt likes to stay in the air but i will keep trying. also impressed with how im managing with the planks considering how heavy i am 35 seconds is my max so far.
A massive congrats for challenging yourself with the weights! Push-ups are HARD, so be proud of whatever you are doing (being on your knees to do push-ups is still hard but still super beneficial for building strength). 35 seconds for the plank is fantastic!
Hi Jule, after we finish with this program would you consider doing a faster paced 10,000 step work out? The one I see on yourplaylist is 90 minutes, could you possibly do a 75 minute walk?
I will give that some thought...the hardest part of creating the really long ones is the music playlists. I'm currently working on a future plan for what to do after the strength workouts so I will definitely keep it in mind.
Today was the day when I felt like I couldn't really be bothered. But, I persevered and did it and know there are only nine more sessions! I usually start a series of exercise and get fed up of them, so I'm surprised I've lasted this long to be honest. I will complete these and I will buy some heavier weights as what I have are actually starting to feel more manageable!
A massive kudos to you for making it here today (well, now 2 days ago I see). I know it's not always easy to make ourselves work out, but you did it! I'm so glad to know you're still doing the workout after 16 days and haven't stopped. After the 25 days, I have a 5 day program so you'll have something different to try again:)
(you are never too old to set a new goal) ….hmm I feel these words directed towards me trying to leave my job 😅 anyway thanks for another great workout.
Oh my goodness Jules that was a Burner 🔥🔥🔥 Triceps... shoulders... everything all of it 😂 I have to get some more baking done for the holiday. Yep...the spoon is going to feel heavy today 😂 did and ✅ done✅
I’ve improved so much during the past few weeks! I have a question about planks.I can easily do a full minute when holding myself up on my arms, but it is very hard to do on my forearms. lm looking into getting a yoga mat so it doesn’t hurt so much. Is it ok if I continue to do it the original stance?
I am so glad to hear about the progress you're making! As for the planks hurting on your forearms, if it hurts, let's change up the exercise. It shouldn't hurt. Doing the plank with straight arms is definitely working your core. Just focus on keeping your abs engaged (tight/flexed) during the exercise. You can also put towels under your forearms if that helps but if it's a shoulder issue, the other plank is absolutely fine and helping to build a stronger core.
