Total Gym Strength Training for the Over 40s
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2017
- After 40, muscle mass drops 1% a year, so it's important to get your active aging Clients in a strength training program. Total Gym provides a full body workout with these exercises that enable the exercises to perform daily tasks more easily with less energy required compared to someone who does not strength train.
Been using the Total Gym Fit for the past 2.5 years and I absolutely look forward to my alternate day workouts between my 2 mile walks. Works very well for this 68 yr old. Great video on form.👍🏽 Thank you!
Great set of exercises for standard strength training. I’m 75 and can handle all as presented using an earlier much less expensive Total Gym unit. It all works well. Just do it!😎👍🏼
Best video of total gym exercises!
You can find a complete list here totalgym.com/pages/elevate-videos
This is a Total Gym GTS. Price is somewhere around $4000 after taxes and shipping. I'm not going back to the gym now so I was kind of trying to rationalize getting this machine, but with all the uncertainty going on, I'm really hesitant to pay that much for something that is really good, but I feel like I need to save my money just in case.
It is very expensive. I have an XLS. I love it. Gravity is gravity.
This seems very good for people with back issues (i.e. herniated disks, etc.).
thank you!!!
Great video. I just purchased a Total Gym Fit Plus on QVC over the week-end. It's not as heavy duty machine as this one, but I hope I can still perform the majority of these strength building exercises on that gym. My glideboard doesn't raise flat like this one when at an angle.
The FIT Plus will meet the needs of most folks. If you're on Facebook join the group called Total Gym Addicts. It's the best place to hang out with thousands of Total Gym owners, get help, ideas for workouts, etc.
So good!
I purchase my GTS used and got it for $750--great deal! It was in excellent condition. I did eventually replace the rollers with Huch Products rollers and it's better than new!
Yes, that's what I would like to do - buy used - but they do not come up for sale too often.
This looks like a wonderful rig
And thank you
I wish my table could go Flat wow I wonder if I get add that attachment
it comes standard with the GTS and Encompass models, which are commercial quality. It is not available on the consumer home units. However many choose these professional models for their home.
I was trying to talk myself into getting a GTS, seeing that flat bench just sold me on it. That solves what is probably the only thing I don't love about the traditional total gym.
@@totalgym They really should offer a swap out Glide board for the consumer models. I have a hunch you would sell countless of those boards, that can go horizontal like that. I would immediately purchase for my Fit model.
Thank you for the example exercises. I'm in my 60s, so the lunges don't work for me. I just lower & raise a 5lb. ball.
Everything else is doable. 😊
I just bought the FIT max- this machine looks so much nicer... I wish my glide board moved to a horizontal position. Anyway great workout.
Yes this machine is amazing. a bit more expensive, and you get the benefits of the higher price with the quality and features.
Nice video, great form!
How to adjust the height of this machine
Does it make a difference as far as using this video if I have a older total gym machine? I have the total gym XL.
What machine is this?
Which model is this one?
They seem like good options but wont work for me. I cant afford the new ones and just managed to find a older one for $25. It's one of the first ones so not much in the way of upgrades
what model is that one?
I like doing a exercise to muscle failure vs doing sets of reps.
He is addressing older people here, so this is probably the best approach for us.
I wouldn't go to true muscle failure for the accumulative fatigue. When you do sets and reps you can leave a couple reps in reserve so you don't tax yourself out and after a short rest go back and do another set. Again just before muscle failure. Doing this 3-4 times will result in more overall training volume. It's effective to go to failure maybe on your last set. But you're missing out on a lot of volume and probably take a while to recover.
Are thos additional parts interchangeable with all total gyms? If not where can we purchase the.? What are the names of the additional parts?
Go to totalgymdirect.com/product-category/attachments/ and click on any item you are curious about. The description of the item tells you which Total Gym the accessory works with.
thanks for taking the time to post this workout, however how many people have this model?
I have the commercial version of this plus with a couple of upgrades (the Encompass RS) totalgym.com/products/rs-encompass
Which model is this Please?
And what accessories did you purchase additionally
This is the GTS. most of the features come with the product. but if you are looking for some specifics for Pilates or Strength, a package of accessories are available for both
That a total gym it’s huge!! Industrial use? Never seen that kind
It's commercial grade. The GTS is targeted for home users and the Encompass for commercial, however with exception to color they're the same machine. I have the Encompass RS which adds a few extra bells/whistles such as a larger squat platform.
Kyle S so they pretty much do the same thing. So not worth it?
@@miguelrobb5719 the GTS and Encompass are the same machines. But an Encompass or GTS is significantly better/different than a standard Total Gym model such as the XLS, FIT, etc. Whether or not it's worth it depends on your training needs.
@@kyles8391 I bought the total gym XL7 from sams club for $279. Seems like this particular model is for the Costcos, sams club and bj wholesale stores. The the amount of attachments you get for the price... I think it’s a nice value. Now I do like how the GTS has up to 22 levels of resistance. I’m confident the GTS is a better build. I mean look at it. It looks like it could survive a tornado attack. I can’t justify the price of it though.
WOW! what kind of Total Gym is this? It looks like a commercial grade type machine. What is the cost? Great Video!
Yes, this is the Total Gym GTS, which is a commercial-grade model.
Toya Foster You don’t need this model. Get the mid range price model the Total Gym Fit. Make sure that you get the one with the 12 levels, not 6 levels.
@@lesleysears9808 correct. I have the fit. Did several hacks, as discovered on Primitive Fitness YT channel. The 12 level Fit is all you need.
@@lesleysears9808 thanks. Your advise it help me too.
Can a weight bar be used with the Total Gym Sport?
Yes.
Yes but there's design flaw with this model. The weight bar goes at the top of the glide board instead of the bottom. Most people need to add additional weight for pull-ups but with the location of the weight bar, the weight plates get in the way and prevent your arms from bending.
U don't need it!
Where and what kind of total gym is that your using?
Totalgym Gts
What about the under 40's? I'm 26 and was heavily untrained before getting a total gym. I have limited gym access so I've been using the total gym this whole time for the most part. And I've increased my bench press from 135 to 185 in about 3 months. I guess what I'm doing is working but, I never see video's for guys like me with total gyms unless it's posted by a select few people.
Skyler King, and Primitive Fitness YT channels.
@@Besokool those were the select few people I was referring to that's ironic lol
@@chaddickens4335 Yeah...I'm glad you found those guys. The modifications with resistance bands are game changers for the total gym. You can really load it up. Another tip....have you tried Isometrics? I supplement total gym workouts with a Bullworker Classic.. Also I use the Iron Chest Master for a challenging push up workout. I'm 58, and fighting to stay fit. Good luck to you!
I'd love to own this model. Unfortunately, they're asking four times more than what is reasonable. How many of these have they actually sold?
I think these are primarily intended for purchase by and use in exercise studios and gyms, even though they do make them available for purchase by private buyers. I know someone who has the model just under this one. I have an old TG 1100 from 1998, later renamed the TG 11000 and then the TG 14000). Here's a link to a video showing my model here called the TG 14000: czcams.com/video/l4ukz6ipPg8/video.html.) It still works great. I haven't used it as much in recent years as I did in my early years of owning it, but when I was working out on it regularly, I packed on quite a bit of muscle. I have recently started to resume using it, and I hope to get back to regular use several times a week. (I'd love to have this model, too! When I when the lottery, this will be one of my purchases!)
I did some research and have found this is the overengineered commercial machine at a cost of around $3800. They are willing to sell it to individuals who will take the bait, but IMO it is an unnecessary additional cost for home use. Since this is their site, they should give more information to their customers on each machine they use (there are several models). I do believe that Total Gym home machines are good products for overall strength and fitness for older people like me.
@@liberty5069 that model in the video is the GTS which is targeted for home users. It's commercial grade. The Encompass is marketed at companies such as gyms, rehab facilities, etc. however with exception to color they're the same machine. I have the Encompass RS at home which adds a few extra bells/whistles such as a larger squat platform. You can do over 200 exercises with the GTS/Encompass so whether you're willing to buy one is based on your needs. I got rid of most of the equipment in my gym and replaced it with this. You can easily find a comparison of Total Gym models on their website totalgym.com/.
Which Total Gym machine is this? Never seen this one before.
Total Gym GTS
totalgymdirect.com/shop/total-gym-gts/
How much for that bro???
How much is this machine with the pull up bars
It's the Total Gym GTS. Go to totalgym.com/ for details. It's commercial grade. The GTS shown here IS targeted for home users and the Encompass for commercial, however with exception to color they're the same machine. I have the Encompass RS at home which adds a few extra bells/whistles such as a larger squat platform.
There's no strength benefit with the squat using the GTS because there's no resistance except for a percentage of body weight.
You can add a weight bar and add a lot of weight. This machine will support 650 lbs of weight (user weight plus added plates).
@@Zane_Zaminsky yes you're likely going to need the strength accessory package which includes the weight bar and squat handle. These bars in the package will add $600+ to the cost of the GTS/Encompass. Also, roughly 60% of user weight (body weight + added plates) is the max you can do with the GTS/Encompass. So if e.g. you're adding 100-lbs in plates to the GTS you're actually working with 60-lbs in effort.
Do one leg at a time.
@@GloogleGloigle at a max of 62% of your body weight, one-legged squats on a glide board aren't very challenging, you'd still be doing a lot of reps
Thats your resistance body weight
This doesn't look like the total gym you sell for home use. This one seems much more heavy duty and raises higher than a home model?
Yes, this one is intended for commercial use. There are 22 levels of incline, compared with 12 on the Total Gym Fit.
It's commercial grade. The GTS shown here IS targeted for home users and the Encompass for commercial, however with exception to color they're the same machine. I have the Encompass RS at home which adds a few extra bells/whistles such as a larger squat platform.
Where can that machine be purchased? I have a total gym, but it does not have a glide board that can be adjusted to a level position with the floor. Called total gym direct and they don't know what I'm talking about.
Why would you want the glide board level with the floor? Maybe you can just lay flat on the floor,and flail away with your arms and legs. Be a lot cheaper. You can call it ''tantrum fitness''.
@@mikenagy9408 , you're obviously missing the point. The GTS model like the one in the video allows the glideboard to be adjusted horizontal even though the level is set on a steep incline. That helps a lot especially if you're sitting sideways on the glideboard.
I’ve never knew the bench could adjust like that
I think that's the top model. I have the Total Gym FIT and mine doesn't do that or adjust to that incline.
All total gyms can adjust the angle of the bench incline.That's one of the best features of the Total gym. You can adjust to your fitness/comfort level.
@@mikenagy9408 but the bench itself? Like he did on the board?
@@samuelmanny6231 The bench, and the board are the same thing.
I’m waiting for the 90% off sale to buy that TG. Lol.
For now I’ll stick with my 1400.
I'm thinking of getting one of those is it worth it
@@64chevybaby honestly your better off getting an actual gym membership
How much is this and where can it be purchased in Canada?
4k there are cheaper models that work just as good
@@jaleesa00 I had a chance to use the GTS model.... it's far superior to the the Costco model I have. I will be purchasing a GTS model in 6 months...
Will be using the 10% off purchase coupon Total Gym offers and will be purchasing it with a 0% travel credit card that will give me enough points to get 2 roundtrip tickets.
what model total gym is that one its awesome ?
This model looks like a Total Gym GTS ...found on totalgymdirect.com
It's the $4000 model !!!!! How many do you want to buy ?
@@laverdadesmejor , I just saw that. If I was going to be a trainer, I'd buy one for sure.
@@TheHoffy59 I agree. The price of $4k would be warranted for a commercial application. And for the same money, it's a much better device that the Peloton treadmill that only allows you to do one exercise!
Remember the brick phones it reminds me of those 😂
What is the name of the pull up bars that are on this Fit and where can I get them? I can't find them anywhere.
That not the Total Fit that is the GTS Model, you can not get those bar for the fit only on the GTS Model.
Going out on a limb here,but I think they call the pull up bars, pull up bars. They originally named them Harold,but that just seemed silly.
@@mikenagy9408 Man youre just a douchebag aren't you? You think you are funny but you're not.
Not being snarky, I thought your answer is a hoot and pretty much spot on.
Why on earth would you NOT want to get to the point where you're challenging failure??
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@Aiden Matthias Definitely, have been using Flixzone} for years myself =)
@Aiden Matthias definitely, I have been watching on Flixzone} for since december myself :D
O you have any other workout for the GTS machine
That's why you should never buy a product when it first comes out because they will updated and then you will spend more money to get the new update and if you notice they would not give you a discount to replace the old one
The GTS has been around for years. It's a newer version but it's always been a commercial grade piece of equipment. It's not an updated version of the Fit or XLS, it's on a completely different level.
You mean,just they keep ''up-dating'' new cars? So you need to keep buying the new model,just to keep up. Insidious,bastards.
@@mikenagy9408 no you dont have to keep buying anything if you dont want to
@@4kats No shit! You earned a cookie.
@@mikenagy9408 really no shit. You keep going on saying "you" have to keep buying. Don't buy its simple
Sorry, can't watch with this audio.
This is like premium version of Chuck Norris total gym. It looks way more sturdier than regular total gym or budget version.. But $4000 still looks too much. :(
I have an XLS. It is very sturdy. I should have bought one ten years ago to intercept my physical decline.
well this makes sense u can raise the bench but all their other gyms sets all make u lay down even if u sit up it's uncomfortable. they should all allow u to raise the bench in a seated position. just another low ball scam to get u to buy the more expensive total gym product
That Total Gym machine is on steroids!
Stet Tan Whixh model is this one??
@@Fitforacting GTS
@@Fitforacting $4k
John H thanks John 🙏
This GTS model is a commercial one, commonly found in physical therapy and rehab departments. It's not exactly intended for home use. It takes up a lot of space and weighs a ton.
IDK what that is but it's not a Total Gym!
It is, actually. It's intended for commercial use.
It's commercial grade designed by Total Gym. The GTS is targeted for home users and the Encompass for commercial, however with exception to color they're the same machine. I have the Encompass RS which adds a few extra bells/whistles such as a larger squat platform.
Wish you could add weight
Stop working out for three months,you'll add weight.
@@mikenagy9408 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
My machine is a dinosaur compared to that one I have probably the first one but good thing about the total gym is most of that can be done
This it'd be great for those older folks who get repulsed by drink and driving.
Total poor audio volume.
Man just go to the gym
Good luck with that during COVID
The inverted shoulder press which you have to do on this 4000 dollar unit with your head down is a terrible bad exercise. Just forget doing that on this machine.
allis one; why do you think it is bad? I have a total gym fit and do the same thing on that cheaper model. You avoid compressing your spine this way but can work your shoulders.
Andrew Bell I'm tired of going to planet fitness and waiting for machines. Especially when. It's crowded by the new years resolutions folks. Do you recommend the machine that you are using?
Miguel Robb I’m happy with my total gym and right now QVC had it on sale today for half what I paid for it. But all total gym so basically really similar. I think you can accomplish a lot with even the cheaper models.
Andrew Bell that settles it then. I have been dead set . more. I'm not knocking a gym but i would rather work out at my own pace without having guys standing behind me to use the machines. Anyways what model do you reccomend me getting? I'm not looking to save a few bucks, and I don't mind getting something new. I want the best machine they have
@@miguelrobb5719 The "best machine they have" is going to be a commercial model like the one in this video and cost several thousand dollars. The best home machine they have right now is the FIT, and was on sale this weekend for a little over $700. Don't pay much more than that for it. totagymdirect.com lists it on their website for about $1500 retail, but you can find it new for $700-$800 and used for less than that.I have the XLS, which was the predecessor to the FIT and I'm very happy with it. I got it on Amazon new several years ago for just over $700. You can find it on craigslist now for $200 or less.
Looks like a waste of money
can't hear you. Wait this is THEIR VERY CHANNEL??? That's even sadder that TOTAL GYM channel didnt bother to use a mic! Thumbs down for sure!
Consider redoing the audio without that mix of marbles and oatmeal in your mouth. Pretty poor presentation for something that costs more than it's worth.