In this video, I cover the following topics:
– Why muscle is your metabolic spanx. Supporting fat loss, boosting calorie burn even at rest, etc
– Busting the biggest myths about women and weight
– How compound movements and time under tension can fast-track your results .
– How resistance training is your best anti-aging weapon, supporting bone mineral density and skin elasticity.
– Why protein is a must-have to support muscle growth and recovery and how to make sure you're getting enough.
Whether you want to feel stronger picking up your grandkids or just love rocking sleeveless tops with confidence, this video will change the way you think about getting "toned" forever.
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Yes ma’am!!!
I’m a firm believer in Mike Metzer and heavier is better, to failure, negatives and static holds!!!
Since surgery to both shoulders and both hands i am unable to use heavier than 5 lb weights right now. Am I wasting my time doing more reps with lighter weights. I likely will never be able to do exercise that requires bearing weight on my hands. I’m finally feeling like I can work on getting back in shape.
I hope she gets a chance to answer your question. However, as a fellow human with limitations, I would tell you to consistently and patiently work with your 5 lb weight. Gradual progress might be achievable with persistence. Focus on your own journey, and remember that consistency and patience are key.
Just do what you can. I have RA and I do what i can that particular day. It also helps strengthen tendons and ligaments
To see muscles you must lose fat. Fat loss has to be your focus’s Walk 10,000 steps a day – walk 30 mins after every eating – just do something. A walk around the block. Then muscle exercise – 3 times a week at home is fine do the weight to failure. 4 and 5 kg dumbbells are fine starting out. Put them in your backpack when walking (eventually).
Good luck everyone – eventually you may want to go to a gym but just start walking and dumbbells 4/5 kg initially. Protein – increase your protein as non of us eat enough – cut way down on carbs.
Loaded with sound advice. Thank you for your expertise. You clearly are are an example of health and fitness.
I believe you. Your arms prove it..🎉
What if my upper body goal is to just look as young as possible- not muscle tone, just smooth. Strong enough to move around but not noticeable muscle? I’m a tall woman and I just want to look pretty in dresses. Higher reps lower weight?
I enjoy the sculpted & defined look on other women but not myself.
I’ve try so hard doing both with lights and a little heavier on my arms but I don’t see much muscle. I get more muscle in my legs and glutes. I’m wondering if some women are more prone to build muscle the upper body and others on the lower body. I’ve seen so many women lifting very heavy on the lower and I don’t see much muscles on their legs or glutes. I want really want arms too!
Yes I am the opposite , for the life of me I cant put muscle on my legs and thighs !!
I have breast implants. I cannot do chest .
How many reps please
Love these types of videos , so detailed and well explained . Would love one for building thighs for us who struggle there !!!Thank you 😍
Any suggestions been trying creatine 5 mg to build muscle and brain but it gives me a bad stomach ache even with food.