Welcome to our Upper Body Strength Workout for Seniors and Beginners! In this video, we’ll guide you through a gentle yet effective routine that focuses on strengthening your upper body. My mom does most of the exercises in a chair for added accessibility, while I demonstrate standing variations and one floor move. This workout is perfect for anyone looking to improve their upper body strength and flexibility, regardless of age or fitness level.
As we age or start our fitness journey, it’s crucial to prioritize upper body strength for several reasons. First and foremost, a strong upper body helps with everyday tasks like lifting groceries, reaching for objects on high shelves, and maintaining good posture. It can also reduce the risk of injury and improve overall mobility.
Our routine consists of five simple exercises, repeated three times for a full upper body workout. We’ll target the arms, shoulders, chest, and back, helping you build strength gradually and safely. We use dumbbells for 3 of the 5 exercises, but you can use no weights or the weights of your choice. I use 8 and 10 pound weights and mom uses 3 pound weights. Here is a link to a video on how to choose the right weight for given exercise: https://youtu.be/oqPFfyW9AXY?si=wzNB4ohmdzBfinY5
✳️ Push Ups
✳️ Rows
✳️ Tricep Extensions
✳️ Bicep Curls
✳️ Arm Circles
Remember to listen to your body and make modifications as needed. This workout can be done at least twice a week with at least one day of rest between sessions. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise program, especially if you have any medical concerns or conditions.
So, grab a sturdy chair and let’s get started on the path to a stronger upper body. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this video with others who might benefit from this workout. Let’s embrace a healthier, stronger you together!
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Warm Up
03:10 Round 1
11:44 Round 2
19:38 Round 3
26:01 Cooldown
Estimated number of calories burned:
🏋️♀️ 120 lbs or 55 kgs: 180 cals
🏋️♀️ 200 lbs or 91 kgs: 200 cals
Note: this estimate doesn’t take into account differences caused by body mass, body fat, age, sex, efficiency of movement, and conditions like high altitude that may have an impact on the energy required for an activity. Also, these calculations are calculated based only on time spent in movement.
This workout is a perfect complement to our 30 minute Strong Legs & Core Workout: https://youtu.be/C_PKpzAgGZY . By doing both, you’ll get a 60 minute full body workout!
Want more upper body workouts? Here’s a link to our full playlist: https://bit.ly/3gIghb6 And here are some specific suggested workouts:
✅ 5 Minute Upper Body Workout: https://youtu.be/DTkQlC9q2mM?si=nSiTNHN5IHYJYPrM
✅ 20 Minute Upper Body Workout: https://youtu.be/mUEJwpN9GL0?si=jHxN5X8LISoH2r4G
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Disclaimer: This program is provided with your health and safety in mind, but every individual has their own limitations. It is crucial that you consult with your physician before beginning this or any other exercise program. This program is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment or advice. By participating in this exercise program, you do so at your own risk. Please stop if you experience pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath.
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Love u guys, your exercises keep me moving and active. Good job
So happy to see this! I will be doing this tomorrow- it’s night time here in my country (Philippines) Thank you so much❤
Moshi is a hoot! Love him and this series.
I just finished my workout. I will do this tomorrow. ❤
Thanks for sharing. ….. from the gym this morning
Thank you 🎉 A nice workout,I needed that.
This is a page that actually gets me up and moving when others don’t. Thanks!!!
Love this workout ladles. Moshi too!! Love your brain workout also. ❤❤.
Good morning ☀️
Yay, arm exercises! Hello to you, your Mom and Mochi😊
I pushed play and made myself get up and work out. Thank you and your Mother so much for sharing time with us. I am a 52 year old lady with a trash spine. I did two full sets of 15 each. Weights were two cans of diced tomatoes. My cervical dystonia isn't happy with me, but nor am I with it. Many blessings to you both!
Thanks for the calories information.
Thank you this was a great workout!
Love your exercise programs! Thank you!
" your arms are too short for your head"😄
Great workout!! Just finished it. Thank you. Please post more of these. After losing 55+ lbs my arms are more like wings. 😉
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Thank you. I did get thru the routine, but only using 5 lb weights. I am trying to improve my strength, but at 76 with bad shoulders, it is challenging. The last time that I had rotator cuff surgery was 8 years ago and I continue to do the PT exercises twice a week, but I need to push myself to do more. I enjoy your routines and they are not boring. The interaction makes me smile. Again, thank you.
Beautiful workout. I love this❤!
Great job on the upper body workout, Mother and Daughter!!! Thanks♥
You are both so much fun to work out with. Look forward to all your videos. Thank you❤
Loving the new routine, thanks so much !
Thank you! Awesome workout ❣️
This one is a great work out. I like the heavier weights which are what I used to work with. Your work outs are interesting, more 'relaxed", not overly strenuous. Because the workouts are not too difficult for me, I do them almost everyday, and look forward to them. Hope you will have more workouts using heavier weights. Thanks.
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I just finished this great workout! 😊 thank you so much!!❤
How often do you recommend to do it – once a week?
Having fun just to keep exercising with you, looking forward for more, thank you for keeping us healthy and strong.
I already worked out today with your "30 Minute Walking Workout for Beginners, Seniors | Low Impact Walking" (and left a comment on it, which I don't know if you've seen yet), but this looks great, and I'm looking forward to trying it (sometime soon, I hope)!
I really enjoyed that . Thanks
will definitely sleep well tonight after these shoulder and arms workout. Thank you 😴
Love your workouts and your mom is adorable
Thank you Aiko and April and Moshi. Moshi is gorgeous. This is my first workout with you even though you have been in my subscriptions for a very long time. When I saw Moshi I knew I needed this workout 😂. I actually used my 10's which surprised me. I don't usually like repeaters but this went fast.
Another great workout ladies. I especially like using the weights as at my age, 55, I do need the strength building exercise. I see Mochi being very supportive of cheering you on with the workouts. LOL. Don't forget to share that recipe, I think it was the hamburger? Thanks again. 🌺🌴
Your videos are the best. I like waking, but I'm very sensitive to heat, so in South Alabama with upper 90s and over 100, I can't walk outside without passing out. I've been looking for something to do at home at least 30 minutes a day and these are perfect. Thank you