He's so right. I used drugs and alcohol for 35 yrs! I've been through some serous withdrawal, depression, I got sober now I workout every single day! It's changed my life!!!!!!
Scott Kee , hey I'm eddie, I've started training at the gym at 38 now I'm 53 still lifting, ive found that lifting heavy for too long takes too much out of you, now i do everything from farmer walks, with a isolation movement, chest, arms, back, with some sought of cardiovascular as well you will notice the difference. atm i o endurance training, 88 kg down to 83.6 in 3 weeks its hard, nit for the faint hearted.keep uo the great work. your on the right.
Scott Kee Well done on your positive outlook. I too made the mistake of drink and drugs, now clean 8 months gym and focussed mind. Happiness is only temporary with drugs, drink!
+OfficialBarstarzz Hi, might be a bit weird to ask under this vid, but what about wrist pain when practising a planche, is it about strength or technique or is it just about getting used to the position. Also: what to do about it, or should I just train right through it?
+Rens Kirchner It's both. As a beginner it's going to be more about strength, meaning that you're training your nervous system. You should train high frequency and low volume aka grease the groove to get used to planche training when starting. for wrists, do prehab wrist movements. before planche training, then rehab after training. do the easiest progression first, obviously. as you get used to it, switch to low frequency low volume in order to give your body a rest. when using body weight training, tendons and joints recover more slowely than you muscles, so listen to your body if it's not feeling right. Depending on what your physical base is, give or take, it will take around 1-3 years to get a straddle/full planche whichever is your goal. so patience and time is your friend in planche training.
Hestia Thanks, but first of all: I'm trying to get it in 3 months, and not 3 years... I always do good rehab, so that shouldn't be a problem at all! Also, I'm not a beginner, I have back and front lever both and can do clean and slow muscle ups. I already have the tucked planche, but when I come of, I feel wrist pain. I tried to watch technique, and it's getting better now, sometimes I don't even feel the pain anymore. However, when I do: Do I than have to work on my strength, am I doing the technique wrong that attempt when I do feel the pain, is it getting used to the position, or maybe even mobility?
Rens Kirchner Sorry to say this, but a planche is going to take more than 3 months. Again, I said depending on where you are at, it can take a year, two or even three. I think in your case, you might not be ready for the tuck planche, MAYBE. Your wrists should be sore, not in huge pain which sounds like that's what you're saying. By the way, how is your back lever? Because your back lever, especially when done with perfect form (hollow body,) and with an underhand grip, it will definitely carryover to your planche since both puts stress on the brachialis tendon, and if that is weak, this could be the reason why your wrists are hurting. In my honest opinion, I don't want to upset you, but it sounds like you shouldn't work on the planche; at least with the tuck planche. Are you doing planche leans and pseudo planche pushups? Work on those first until you feel strong enough to tackle the tuck planche. BUT, you don't need to listen to me. Make sure you tune in to your body and see whether or not it's ready. Your body should tell you if you're ready or not, and not me. I hope your planche training goes well :)
I am sick of hearing people who are like 30 years old complain that they are "too old" to workout and get in shape. This dude is insane with those one arm pullups. Wow!
hhhk20 good for u sir.. but I guess it depends upon what ur priorities are.. To choose what u do...He looks great and doing great ..May be legs are not his priorities.. :/
Pratik Shrestha He only look great with pants on and shirtless. In just swimwear he looks horribly inbalance. Those legs belong to fashion model and fit only for catwalk.
I'm 27 years old. I'm 5'11 at 243lbs. I was mainly into Powerlifting and Bodybuilding. I started consistently training Calisthenics at 260lbs a month ago. I was struggling for the past year with just 5-6 pull ups. now I can do 10-12. I am even doing clap pull ups. I aim to be at 190lbs. Thank you to Marcus Bondi and Barstarzz for their motivation. Incredible work. it just takes dedication and consistency.... Edit: Wow all this time later. I'm now 205lbs
Faraz Ahmed I just wanted to change my body. I still do Heavy Squats every two weeks. My eating habits have changed. I prefer moving my own body. But I like to mix weights with Calisthenics and some Boxing too. What are your goals?
Sabelo Subz Jali. I also decided to change my workouts from heavy lifting to mostly body weight and light dumbbells mixed with calisthenics, boxing and light cardio. I'm done trying go get big and swole. I now prefer the more lean, athletic look and I also move better and I'm more functional.
I started this journey at 64 yrs, I could not do 1 pushup. One year later now 100 pushups. Marcus is 100% right, I feel the best that I have ever felt, stronger, muscular, healther, clear mind and spirit. It feels so good to be alive. Marcus you are an inspiration 💪🏻❤
This has to be one of the most energetic and kind dudes out there speaking nothing but positivity and asking for nothing other than we live our best lives. Awesome.
well as a 53 yr old ..training since the age of 10 ..weight training and martial arts ..with martial arts we do a lot of bodyweight training..I can honestly say I'm in better shape then ever ...I have the same mantra ... if I'm going out or doing something ..I don't deserve it unless I train first ..dont look at short term goals .. just train . all my friends now have health issues from weight gain ..not saying it's not possible for me .. but I have a better quality of life
Nope, he says it in the beggining. U do nothing bad, only train. You know abstaining from activities like going out and eating junk food or drinking too much is work too.
Get it in everyday and rep it At first Maybe you won't get many in Consistency builds up your reps chin ups push ups pull ups inverted pull-ups You can body weight squat lunge Planks When your core gets stronger you can get into human flags etc. Good luck you can do it!!! 🙌🏼
I've just hit 51 myself, and joined a gym and pool in June 2017. I had a proper 'Dad bod', 14.5 stone, and a big ol' gut! I told myself, If i don't do it now, I never will, so I started slow and easy, introducing my body to exercise, and here I am, 12 stone, flat stomach (Got a bit of fat to lose before my abs show, but I can feel them), Reasonable pecs, shoulders, bi's n tri's etc. Don't waste your middle age, sitting around eating crap and drinking, make a decision, start easy, KEEP GOING! I'm not special, just a regular Joe, but after 6 months, my body is better than most 25 year olds! I have more fun, I don't cough up a lung after a 30 sec run. I can lift stuff, before I dragged! Just wait until you slip into 32 inch jeans, and body fitting T shirts, It's fantastic! And guys...younger women actually check you out! I KNOW RIGHT!! START!
This video & especially your comment have just given me that final kick I need. I used to train from 16 years old, always at the gym, jogging etc & as I’ve got older ‘life’ gets in the way. 45 next week so today is my new start! Your year old comment was my motivation, thanks for posting 😁👍🏽
People need rolemodels. Marcus is a legend. I met him @ Bondi Beach during my year of Work&Travel in Australia last year. We trained together a couple of times and had a lot of fun. One of the most inspiring momens of all time regarding Calisthenics.
Brill mate. I'm 49. Been doing callisthenics for 3 months. And now I have tone. By summer I will look & feel much better. So anyone our age, go for it! And fxxx what society says.
@@Crazy_Rich_Asian trained all my life from 16 to 49 and if you cant see the guy is on hg and trt your a couch potatoe. It takes hard work and determination to get that body but at 50+ test levels need to be right so wake up
@@bigtrev19691 wrong, his body is quite achievable at 50+, he's not a fucking muscle monster after all, it's just not so many people are that devoted and keep up to the healthy lifestyle, although they can say they are, but they only fooling themselves.
Totally agree about the stress. Sometimes if I get angry or stressed I'll do a bunch of push ups or pull ups. Does totally recalibrate your mind as he says.
Marcus Bondi is one of the most positive people I've ever seen. Sometimes it's hard to motivate yourself, especially if no one else you know does Calisthenics, so it's nice to see someone this impassioned motivating you to keep going. I was thinking about not training today, but now I will! Thanks Marcus!
Drilleth you should motivate yourself. The fact that nobody you know does the same, it's empowering, you'll do the things that others won't and do the things that others can't. Be stronger in yourself and in your surroundings!
I salute you Greg. Today I had an ankle surgery. As I 'll have to rest my feet, when I am able to walk ( a little) I will go on calisthenics. Its a great opportunity to quit alcohol My drinks will be donated to humankind😂😂
"Reps will defrag your mind..." Thanks Marcus it's been a couple years since I first heard you say that and it's still the best health and fitness tip I've heard in decades!
I'm 59 and the other day I did 5,000 push-ups in 5 hours and 25 minutes. I agree with everything this dude says. It seems he's been doing it his whole life, whereas I let myself go for - literally - decades. But I quit drinking 12 years ago after two DUIs, and finally quit smoking a year ago after 43 years of smoking (ridiculous!). I started working out several years ago, hurt my shoulders several times working with machines at the gym, and finally realized the best and safest way to train was bodyweight exercises. Just do reps, like this dude says, as often and as many as you can of as many exercises as you can. One is better than none, ten is better than one, and so on. The more you do, the more you want to do, and the more you can do. Our physical limitations are really mostly mental limitations, in my experience. I don't take any medicines, I feel great, and can keep up with twenty-somethings in the boxing ring. Just do reps!
Emo Ray Torres it's not about motivation. U can have all the motivation in the world but that shit only last a day or two. What we need is discipline, pain, suffering are ur friends
I'm 63 !... had total knee replacement a year ago... been pretty much a baby about it... This guy is very insperstional.. truerwords. I dont think if ever heard... I've been kicking it pretty good for a while.. feeling great actually.. But alwaysxgood to get a pep talk like that
Dont short change your injury. Yes. I love excercise tooo. But its also been scientifically proven that men with injuries have been the corner stone of support for their families. Most guys that you see in this video have the luxury of time and no stress. I might sound negative. But i have knee injuries too and they are very debilitating. So your doing fine. Your not a baby at all Sir. Your a real man against real world problems that guys like this will never be able to tackle. Trust me. Your the real man. Youve been carrying the weight for others your entire life.
I know, but I'm saying, you usually decline as you get older (unless you start working out and didn't before), so being as good as he is at 56, when you're 26, which should be relatively much easier - vastly easier, would still be a massive accomplishment.
You’re good motivation brother. I’m several years older and looking close to how you do. I have many injuries and cannot do so much in training anymore. So I use diet and high rep light weight stuff anymore . But keep moving and stay motivated, be positive and always strive for happiness. Peace out
im fifty...uh something. i had a heart attack in 2011. i used to be large. ive been back in the gym and hired a trainer. and i chose him because he knows about nutrition. My blood pressure is now below 140 w/o meds. i easily climb stairs with a loaded back pack and groceries in each arm. Life is good.
Nicholas Batty why? Your and you’re is incredibly abused online and elsewhere. Not hard to get it right, unless you don’t know, in which case, learn ... There are three other words too, there, their, and they’re. Can you and others use them correctly too, please ?
It’s so true .... You can change your car , get a better one , you can change your job , change your friends or your wife ... The only one thing that’s gonna last you a LIFETIME is your physical body ... So take DAMN good care of it people ...
my two cents.....I am almost 50.I find that more days off are beneficial for me, I only train three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I also don't do my routine all at once. I read that exercise is just as effective cumulatively. So instead of working out out for a half hour or hour all at once I do a sets throughout the day. It works!! good luck to you all.
I just turned 52. I, like you, find that I look like shit if I work out too hard. Unless you started young you will tear your body down quickly if you overdo it at this age Sucks but that's just how it is
Bodybuilding is not calisthenics. Modern Bodybuilding is a scam created by Joe Weider and he recruited Arnold to build his empire. Pumping Iron and Arnold winning all those Mr Olympia was an orchestrated scam (just ask any old old pro bodybuilders from his era). Most bodybuilding exercises are isolation exercises and they don't engage the "core". Calisthenics exercises all engage the core. The core is the most important and if you have a strong core, everything else follows. Bodybuilding might give you big muscles for show, but if you want real strength and power you can actually use and help you in real life, then you need calisthenics. You can't make money from calisthenics because it can be done anywhere without purchasing expensive equipment. You don't even have to join a gym. This is why bodybuilding was invented. To make money! to sell you things. Same goes for supplements. They tell you to eat 5-6 times a day and that it will increase your metabolism... all lies!! lies to sell you more food and supplements. You actually only need to eat once or twice a days. This optimists your hormones and detoxes and heals your body. It's how the Greeks, Romans, and everyone else ate long ago before the corporations took over everything. Research intermittent fasting. Do calisthenics and intermittent fasting and you will live a long healthy life to old age.
tomchoi74, ok i understand. But what about the rocks (dwayne johnson) video about his diet and workout before he makes a movie? : ua-cam.com/video/Mv_duZ6v8wI/v-deo.html All the moviestars tell that they eat until they cant eat anymore to gain muscles : ua-cam.com/video/05JEOYrLiUY/v-deo.html Dont we need an surplus on calories to gain muscle?
You do know that The Rock took and takes steroids, right? many movie stars take steroids also. Many admit it and it's not a secrete. If you take steroids, everything is different. Did you know all the articles you read in muscle magazines or internet that tell you how pro bodybuilders eat and train are all made up? If you are a pro and you are under contract, the media writers can write/say anything about you. There was a time in my life when I was all into bodybuilding. I trained my girlfriend and was in back stage to many fitness competitions. I got to see how "the industry" works. The industry is not about health. it's so corrupt. Just ask anyone who is in it. they'll tell you the same. Those bodybuilder you see in the magazine, if you see them not on the stage, they are all fat. They just get ripped for the shows and take diuretics and drugs for the show. Don't fall for the propaganda. They just want to sell you supplements. They don't care about you. And you don't need that much protein. Do you know any single person who is protein deficient? Nobody! Most people eat too much protein! Unlearn everything you thought you knew and relearn everything. Seek the truth in everything. God didn't create us to need supplements and expensive equipment in order to be strong and healthy. Calisthenics and Intermittent fasting are free. They even save you money actually. I recommend Dr Eric Berg's youtube channel. He has good info for how to eat. He advocate intermittent fasting also. I train fasted. I play basketball for an hour then do calisthenics for 20 mins. I have more energy training fasted than eating before. It sounded crazy to me at first since it goes against everything they tell you in bodybuilding. But I experimented with both, and training fasted is better. Fact is, your body doesn't use energy from food you eat right before your workout. You body uses energy from food you ate the day before. Magazine, media, politics, most are lies!! Try it yourself and see. don't just follow what they tell you, think for yourself and understand why you do anything... You don't need surplus calories. Just eat quality natural food from nature (not processed). and quality fat is good and essential. most people need to eat more quality fat. Yolk is good an not egg whites. it's all about regulating your insulin. Learn what the insulin index of the food you eat are (meaning what food makes your insulin go up or not). This in turn also regulates your human growth hormone and testosterone. If you do intermittent fasting, this naturally does all this. I convinced my father who was taking diabetes and high blood pressure meds for years do intermittent fasting. Just after 3 weeks of doing it, he didn't need to take his meds anymore. Doctor even told him that diabetes can only be managed but not cured. I cured him in 3 weeks with intermittent fasting. The modern medical industry is a scam controlled by drug companies. Doctors only do what they are told.
Very inspirational and I hope this inspires many many people. I will be 50 in 5 months and I've always tried to keep myself in half decent shape, walking everywhere, eating decently, and playing tennis over the years. Unfortunately, reality for me has been mental health problems since I was 16 and I just can't seem to get that motivation to push myself to where I would like to be. The sad fact is, that I just don't care about life that much. I just wanted to put another perspective on things, but if you really want to change your life, DO IT!! You choose what you want to be. Don't choose/accept being fat and lazy. Choose to be the person you want to be, and that includes who you are on the inside as well. Life can really get you down. Start the fight back TODAY. You have the power within you. Choose fit, healthy and sexy!!
This gentleman is speaking the absolute TRUTH! Anyone sees this video should really listen to him. Its true wisdom. I tell my kids, and students this ALL the time. BUILD YOUR TEMPLE....
I couldn't say it better myself... listen to this guy.hes right in every aspect.thanks for reminding me of what we can accomplish if we set to mind.good luck n hope to see more videos like this.keep on motivating people man thumps up
Marcus, thanks for the inspirational talk and video . I had already started on my journey to improve my physicality , but seeing you ( in such great shape ! ) and hearing your words and feeling your enthusiasm is making me want to go out and do much much more than I had been doing . I'll turn 80 in four months and your ideas and concepts about physical health and conditioning and making your life richer by doing that are very sound and sensible . Although I'm almost 30 years older than you ( and haven't been doing exercise all of my life ) I wanna' look like you . That's motivation !!! Thanks so much , mate . From Santo Domingo I send you my very best wishes for you to continue in your fabulous journey towards health and happiness . George Lewis,Sr.
He looks healthy, natural. Yes, in today's world it is so rare that the roid argument might come up but his muscles really looks the way it is supposed to look when you are 50 and do not let yourself let go.
So true..whenever i feel anxious,depressed i do pushups or squats or run and i just feel so good and energized. I see my personality change and i am so much more plesant.
WILD THINGS the author of this video is more athletic than 90/97% of men under 25 years 😅 A great inspiration ( sorry for my poor english, not my native language, I'm french )
Amen! Master your own body first and foremost. Plus, it's fun and people dig it. No one cares "how much ya bench, bro?", but if they see you doing muscle-ups, or using rings effectively they'll be both curious and impressed, especially if they try it for themselves. It's amazing how many people can bench press a truck, but can't do 10 pull ups.
There is no better advice than to rep out. Doesn't matter the exercise you choose, just do as many as you can. Muscles burning and heart racing, its like a jolt of positive energy. Following Marcus advice has really helped me when I feel down or confused.
Far far far from it. Zane was a freak. Plus, about 25kg on this guy. 60kg v 90kg. Roughly. Big difference. Yep 90 kg. That is light as! Arnie was 120kg when they competed against each other. But this guy would be lucky to be 75kg. Last time I was 75kg I looked like I came from changi death camp.
@@Paul_Zernick Out of point. The OP was a compliment. Who gives a shit if Zane was far, out of context. Its obvious Zane has more levels, as a professional body builder himself. And who cares if you are a fat cow. This guy can do flags and muscle ups. You can't do shit of that. And no one is talking about arnold, did you even finished high school? Stay on topic, dude
This is so true! I'm 48 and I started doing push-ups about a year ago. Couldn't do five! But I can do about 25 on my knuckles now without stopping (on a good day!). Then I started at the gym doing weights. It's difficult to explain how significantly this has changed me; I am fitter, happier, more active. It has changed my diet, cut down my drinking, even changed the way I treat other people. The hardest part is getting in to the routine initially; once you start feeling that endorphin rush from the exercise and seeing the results you'll be away! It will improve your body and mind, what more could you ask for? And as he says, you can do press-ups and crunches anywhere for nothing!
Why do some make it seem like being 50 years old means looking old and haggard and flabby? Or I should say, why do some act like someone that is in great shape at 50 to be an anomaly? Is 50 really THAT old?
My point is that in the modern age, ANYONE who is fit is unusual. More than half the adult population in western countries are overweight, and a third are considered OBESE. I'm not trying to downplay Marcus' accomplishments in any way. I'm merely saying that to be 50+ and look that good puts him in the top 1%.
humans have the capacity to live to 120 years old that's when our telemeter runs out and our cells can no longer regenerate. seems like no one has figured out how to make it there yet though. but I do know a group I'd put my money on
Thanks man.... I'm just 31 and I thought it's almost impossible for me to transform my body now cuz I was addicted to drugs...sex....alcohol.....all bad thing which is harmful....I have ruined my body..... but I'm truly inspired by you.....hopefully I still can change my life....
+The Jox pstols, shrimp squats, jumps, sprints, bridges, split work, walking lunges etc are legit ways to work the legs without becoming chunky and heavy.
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He's so right. I used drugs and alcohol for 35 yrs! I've been through some serous withdrawal, depression, I got sober now I workout every single day! It's changed my life!!!!!!
Good job bro
Scott Kee , hey I'm eddie, I've started training at the gym at 38 now I'm 53 still lifting, ive found that lifting heavy for too long takes too much out of you, now i do everything from farmer walks, with a isolation movement, chest, arms, back, with some sought of cardiovascular as well you will notice the difference. atm i o endurance training, 88 kg down to 83.6 in 3 weeks its hard, nit for the faint hearted.keep uo the great work. your on the right.
Good for you scotty good for you
Scott Kee
Well done on your positive outlook.
I too made the mistake of drink and drugs, now clean 8 months gym and focussed mind.
Happiness is only temporary with drugs, drink!
Scott Kee well done you!!!! Stay on the hard road and you win every day. . easy roads are always sure to lose. ..always
50years old😃. Respect 👍 better shape then most 20 years old
Exactly
+OfficialBarstarzz Hi, might be a bit weird to ask under this vid, but what about wrist pain when practising a planche, is it about strength or technique or is it just about getting used to the position. Also: what to do about it, or should I just train right through it?
+Rens Kirchner It's both. As a beginner it's going to be more about strength, meaning that you're training your nervous system. You should train high frequency and low volume aka grease the groove to get used to planche training when starting. for wrists, do prehab wrist movements. before planche training, then rehab after training. do the easiest progression first, obviously. as you get used to it, switch to low frequency low volume in order to give your body a rest. when using body weight training, tendons and joints recover more slowely than you muscles, so listen to your body if it's not feeling right. Depending on what your physical base is, give or take, it will take around 1-3 years to get a straddle/full planche whichever is your goal. so patience and time is your friend in planche training.
Hestia Thanks, but first of all: I'm trying to get it in 3 months, and not 3 years... I always do good rehab, so that shouldn't be a problem at all! Also, I'm not a beginner, I have back and front lever both and can do clean and slow muscle ups. I already have the tucked planche, but when I come of, I feel wrist pain. I tried to watch technique, and it's getting better now, sometimes I don't even feel the pain anymore. However, when I do: Do I than have to work on my strength, am I doing the technique wrong that attempt when I do feel the pain, is it getting used to the position, or maybe even mobility?
Rens Kirchner Sorry to say this, but a planche is going to take more than 3 months. Again, I said depending on where you are at, it can take a year, two or even three. I think in your case, you might not be ready for the tuck planche, MAYBE. Your wrists should be sore, not in huge pain which sounds like that's what you're saying. By the way, how is your back lever? Because your back lever, especially when done with perfect form (hollow body,) and with an underhand grip, it will definitely carryover to your planche since both puts stress on the brachialis tendon, and if that is weak, this could be the reason why your wrists are hurting. In my honest opinion, I don't want to upset you, but it sounds like you shouldn't work on the planche; at least with the tuck planche. Are you doing planche leans and pseudo planche pushups? Work on those first until you feel strong enough to tackle the tuck planche. BUT, you don't need to listen to me. Make sure you tune in to your body and see whether or not it's ready. Your body should tell you if you're ready or not, and not me. I hope your planche training goes well :)
I am sick of hearing people who are like 30 years old complain that they are "too old" to workout and get in shape. This dude is insane with those one arm pullups. Wow!
"What will always save you is reps."
Amen brother!
That is also my take away from this video
This dude is fitter than most 21 year olds
icyboy771z fitter than 99% of populations
Not most... All!
That's not hard these days. My 89 year old grandmother was fitter than most 21 year olds.
LOL Classic!! @@chineseboxer108
@@chineseboxer108 i blame PUBG
this guy will increase your strength just listening to him.
Rick C hahaha
I don't understand why this video has so many dislikes. He's so inspirational and charismatic.
lmao YUP
I call those chicken legs
hhhk20 so u consider those chicken legs huh?!!.. do u think u will have ability and look of that guy at 50???!
hhhk20 good for u sir.. but I guess it depends upon what ur priorities are.. To choose what u do...He looks great and doing great ..May be legs are not his priorities.. :/
Pratik Shrestha He only look great with pants on and shirtless. In just swimwear he looks horribly inbalance. Those legs belong to fashion model and fit only for catwalk.
I'm 27 years old. I'm 5'11 at 243lbs. I was mainly into Powerlifting and Bodybuilding. I started consistently training Calisthenics at 260lbs a month ago. I was struggling for the past year with just 5-6 pull ups. now I can do 10-12. I am even doing clap pull ups. I aim to be at 190lbs. Thank you to Marcus Bondi and Barstarzz for their motivation. Incredible work. it just takes dedication and consistency....
Edit: Wow all this time later. I'm now 205lbs
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Faraz Ahmed I just wanted to change my body. I still do Heavy Squats every two weeks. My eating habits have changed. I prefer moving my own body. But I like to mix weights with Calisthenics and some Boxing too. What are your goals?
Sabelo Subz Jali. I also decided to change my workouts from heavy lifting to mostly body weight and light dumbbells mixed with calisthenics, boxing and light cardio. I'm done trying go get big and swole. I now prefer the more lean, athletic look and I also move better and I'm more functional.
Steven B It feels better that way my brother!
Your powerlifting strength gains are helping a lot ?
I'm thinking about lifting 5x5 during winters and go calisthenics the rest of the year
I started this journey at 64 yrs, I could not do 1 pushup. One year later now 100 pushups. Marcus is 100% right, I feel the best that I have ever felt, stronger, muscular, healther, clear mind and spirit. It feels so good to be alive. Marcus you are an inspiration 💪🏻❤
This has to be one of the most energetic and kind dudes out there speaking nothing but positivity and asking for nothing other than we live our best lives. Awesome.
He honestly looks like he's doing those reps in zero gravity; like he's on the International Space Station.
well as a 53 yr old ..training since the age of 10 ..weight training and martial arts ..with martial arts we do a lot of bodyweight training..I can honestly say I'm in better shape then ever ...I have the same mantra ... if I'm going out or doing something ..I don't deserve it unless I train first ..dont look at short term goals .. just train . all my friends now have health issues from weight gain ..not saying it's not possible for me .. but I have a better quality of life
Jack Adams, any diet tips? Meat, yes no?
I started martial arts at 51. Lost 20lbs and now my abs could grate carrots. Systema is a good martial art for old guys.
Best motivation speech ever. He doesn't tells you how much you have to work to accomplish your tagets, but how fun and simple it is.
Nope, he says it in the beggining. U do nothing bad, only train. You know abstaining from activities like going out and eating junk food or drinking too much is work too.
@@justagreekinternetuser8998 he said get you reps done before and only in moderation
Get it in everyday and rep it At first Maybe you won't get many in Consistency builds up your reps chin ups push ups pull ups inverted pull-ups You can body weight squat lunge Planks When your core gets stronger you can get into human flags etc. Good luck you can do it!!! 🙌🏼
This may have saved my life. I needed to hear this right now at this moment
How's your progress?
I've just hit 51 myself, and joined a gym and pool in June 2017. I had a proper 'Dad bod', 14.5 stone, and a big ol' gut!
I told myself, If i don't do it now, I never will, so I started slow and easy, introducing my body to exercise, and here I am, 12 stone, flat stomach (Got a bit of fat to lose before my abs show, but I can feel them), Reasonable pecs, shoulders, bi's n tri's etc.
Don't waste your middle age, sitting around eating crap and drinking, make a decision, start easy, KEEP GOING!
I'm not special, just a regular Joe, but after 6 months, my body is better than most 25 year olds! I have more fun, I don't cough up a lung after a 30 sec run. I can lift stuff, before I dragged!
Just wait until you slip into 32 inch jeans, and body fitting T shirts, It's fantastic!
And guys...younger women actually check you out! I KNOW RIGHT!!
START!
Look into systema a soft martial art that focuses on breathing, composure and self defence. Did wonders for my body
This video & especially your comment have just given me that final kick I need.
I used to train from 16 years old, always at the gym, jogging etc & as I’ve got older ‘life’ gets in the way.
45 next week so today is my new start! Your year old comment was my motivation, thanks for posting 😁👍🏽
People need rolemodels. Marcus is a legend. I met him @ Bondi Beach during my year of Work&Travel in Australia last year. We trained together a couple of times and had a lot of fun. One of the most inspiring momens of all time regarding Calisthenics.
Thanks
lmao there's an even older dude doing some crazy shit at 3:29
Yea!
lol... then he disappeared!!
looks like a vampire
+William Lee Bluh!
+William Lee fucking nosforatu lol
Brill mate. I'm 49. Been doing callisthenics for 3 months. And now I have tone. By summer I will look & feel much better. So anyone our age, go for it! And fxxx what society says.
Callisthenics
how is it going a year later?
@@lmc4964 killed by backpain 😅
@@nat0106951 He's now wheelchair bound.
"Time with your girlfriend and time with your wife" this guy has it all!
With a body like that at his age he probably does have both
And thats before pinning trt and hgh
@@bigtrev19691 there's always that one dude🤦
@@Crazy_Rich_Asian trained all my life from 16 to 49 and if you cant see the guy is on hg and trt your a couch potatoe.
It takes hard work and determination to get that body but at 50+ test levels need to be right so wake up
@@bigtrev19691 wrong, his body is quite achievable at 50+, he's not a fucking muscle monster after all, it's just not so many people are that devoted and keep up to the healthy lifestyle, although they can say they are, but they only fooling themselves.
Totally agree about the stress. Sometimes if I get angry or stressed I'll do a bunch of push ups or pull ups. Does totally recalibrate your mind as he says.
Id rather punch bag the fkrs for the fact they caused me the stress in the first place.
When this guy doing the video on TRT abd HGH for the over 40s
amazing. i work out all the time when feel angry, today 2 times workout :D
Marcus Bondi is one of the most positive people I've ever seen. Sometimes it's hard to motivate yourself, especially if no one else you know does Calisthenics, so it's nice to see someone this impassioned motivating you to keep going. I was thinking about not training today, but now I will! Thanks Marcus!
+Drilleth yay Drill! Awesome!!
the warriors path is a solitary one
+Distinctive Art Flow true
Drilleth you should motivate yourself. The fact that nobody you know does the same, it's empowering, you'll do the things that others won't and do the things that others can't. Be stronger in yourself and in your surroundings!
You're right - and I always do - but as I said in my original comment, "sometimes" it's hard to motivate yourself.
You get what you put into it..im 56 and I'm in better shape now then when I was 25..lift wts every 2 days..pushups..
Thats great to hear. Good luck champ
nice , keep it up
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Hey I don't know you, but I am very proud of you! Happy 57th birthday and stay on the path broterh
I salute you Greg. Today I had an ankle surgery. As I 'll have to rest my feet, when I am able to walk ( a little) I will go on calisthenics. Its a great opportunity to quit alcohol My drinks will be donated to humankind😂😂
"Reps will defrag your mind..." Thanks Marcus it's been a couple years since I first heard you say that and it's still the best health and fitness tip I've heard in decades!
"Reps will always save you" - the most true thing ever spoken.
REPS REPS REPS... thank you for this... no one's ever made it so clear.
I´m 43 years old, I've been doing calisthenics three years and it has changed my life. Respect for this guy...
This guy is 30 years older than me and I wish I had his physique. WTF. That's awesome. Props to this guy.
Plus stronger than most people. Overall athletic
Damn this guy is an inspiration..
Agreed
That's the answer of a man who cant see past his own inability to succeed.
Whiplash99 and you must be on potato chips and a daily supplement of lazy ass
look at his legs skipped
Nice dead meme
Your body is your vehicle in life! Wow.....how did I never think this way before!
Never been said better! Inspirational mate!
I'm 59 and the other day I did 5,000 push-ups in 5 hours and 25 minutes. I agree with everything this dude says. It seems he's been doing it his whole life, whereas I let myself go for - literally - decades. But I quit drinking 12 years ago after two DUIs, and finally quit smoking a year ago after 43 years of smoking (ridiculous!). I started working out several years ago, hurt my shoulders several times working with machines at the gym, and finally realized the best and safest way to train was bodyweight exercises. Just do reps, like this dude says, as often and as many as you can of as many exercises as you can. One is better than none, ten is better than one, and so on. The more you do, the more you want to do, and the more you can do. Our physical limitations are really mostly mental limitations, in my experience. I don't take any medicines, I feel great, and can keep up with twenty-somethings in the boxing ring. Just do reps!
This guy just motivated the shit outta me
same, was constipated so long, this video works better then laxatives.
Emo Ray Torres it's not about motivation. U can have all the motivation in the world but that shit only last a day or two. What we need is discipline, pain, suffering are ur friends
EvaLolaCookie Arellano I agree, like Brandon Carter says Motivation comes and goes, Discipline is everything
I love when a person simultaneously comes off insane, and completely correct at the same time :P
this man is so inspirational! always glad to see your vids guys!
same...
True!
I'm 63 !... had total knee replacement a year ago... been pretty much a baby about it...
This guy is very insperstional.. truerwords. I dont think if ever heard... I've been kicking it pretty good for a while.. feeling great actually..
But alwaysxgood to get a pep talk like that
Dont short change your injury. Yes. I love excercise tooo. But its also been scientifically proven that men with injuries have been the corner stone of support for their families. Most guys that you see in this video have the luxury of time and no stress. I might sound negative. But i have knee injuries too and they are very debilitating. So your doing fine. Your not a baby at all Sir. Your a real man against real world problems that guys like this will never be able to tackle. Trust me. Your the real man. Youve been carrying the weight for others your entire life.
Time with the Girlfriend, Time with your wife''
yes I need to balance them
😂😂👍
I don't deserve to party or go out unless i do my reps.
exactly!
am inspired by your comment.
so Australian
That's a good bumper sticker or t shirt.
It’s a bit extreme 🤣🤣
good on you man. im 57 and workout 6 days a week. you look great
People like him increase the overall quality of Humankind. So much respect for this dude
Marcus is spot on ! At 31 I quit the drugs and alcohol ! At 61 I quit sugar and carbs ! Just swam Alcatraz ! Only your mind is holding you back !
Dont hit the walls, hit the stars.
-Marcus Bondi
+Alejandro Aceves word
My problem is, the bars I hit serve alcohol...
Hi I'm 70 and was in good shape, but as you age it gets harder but I still try' seeing your video's do inspire me
Thank You
....thanks for taking the time to post your video......everything you said was right on point!!! You look awesome, don't stop.
Real talk brother. Everything you said i definitely feel. Salute from Toronto.
simply awesome. nothing short of it. You are my new inspiration.
Wow. He just seems to be a good dude talking and living a positive life. Did wonders to hear him talk, no doubt.
I aspire to be like him when I get to be his age.
why wait?
+August Ellison Like him or like Hugh Jackman, thats my goal.
+August Ellison I would like to aspire to be like him now.
Solomon Feinberg Lance fisher I meant I want to be like him once I am as old as he is. I'm still 30 years away from that
I know, but I'm saying, you usually decline as you get older (unless you start working out and didn't before), so being as good as he is at 56, when you're 26, which should be relatively much easier - vastly easier, would still be a massive accomplishment.
Mr. Bondi...
you need to be a motivational speaker.
Awesome!!
That's insane to workout like that at 50. I'm inspired sir. Glad i found your video. Thanks a lot,man.
The older i get i start to think not. 50 is only half way done for alot of people these days.
You’re good motivation brother. I’m several years older and looking close to how you do. I have many injuries and cannot do so much in training anymore. So I use diet and high rep light weight stuff anymore . But keep moving and stay motivated, be positive and always strive for happiness.
Peace out
Don't hit the walls, hit the stars *thumbs up*
Love his enthusiasm! Respect!
im fifty...uh something. i had a heart attack in 2011. i used to be large. ive been back in the gym and hired a trainer. and i chose him because he knows about nutrition. My blood pressure is now below 140 w/o meds. i easily climb stairs with a loaded back pack and groceries in each arm. Life is good.
Good for you man.
Dude your awesome, and not just physically , your mind set is amazing !!!!
Kerry Bickham you’re
@@andrewdods2236 ur fkn unbelievable
Nicholas Batty why? Your and you’re is incredibly abused online and elsewhere. Not hard to get it right, unless you don’t know, in which case, learn ...
There are three other words too, there, their, and they’re. Can you and others use them correctly too, please ?
@@andrewdods2236 you're actually asking me that you crazy fool?
Nicholas Batty of course. Unless you’re illiterate, or it’s too much conformist hassle for a ‘woke’ apathetic millenial maybe?
It’s so true .... You can change your car , get a better one , you can change your job , change your friends or your wife ... The only one thing that’s gonna last you a LIFETIME is your physical body ... So take DAMN good care of it people ...
51 year old Zyzz
lol
Haahaaa
except his message is a very different one. Longevity, clean and healthy fitness instead of roids and building muscles to impress others.
+wombo combo Too right :)
if Zyzz took the opposite fitness route
my two cents.....I am almost 50.I find that more days off are beneficial for me, I only train three days a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I also don't do my routine all at once. I read that exercise is just as effective cumulatively. So instead of working out out for a half hour or hour all at once I do a sets throughout the day. It works!! good luck to you all.
Arnold schwarzenegger said in an interview "better to train 20 minutes a day FOCUSED, than scatteted throughout the day"
I just turned 52. I, like you, find that I look like shit if I work out too hard. Unless you started young you will tear your body down quickly if you overdo it at this age
Sucks but that's just how it is
Bodybuilding is not calisthenics. Modern Bodybuilding is a scam created by Joe Weider and he recruited Arnold to build his empire. Pumping Iron and Arnold winning all those Mr Olympia was an orchestrated scam (just ask any old old pro bodybuilders from his era). Most bodybuilding exercises are isolation exercises and they don't engage the "core". Calisthenics exercises all engage the core. The core is the most important and if you have a strong core, everything else follows. Bodybuilding might give you big muscles for show, but if you want real strength and power you can actually use and help you in real life, then you need calisthenics.
You can't make money from calisthenics because it can be done anywhere without purchasing expensive equipment. You don't even have to join a gym. This is why bodybuilding was invented. To make money! to sell you things. Same goes for supplements. They tell you to eat 5-6 times a day and that it will increase your metabolism... all lies!! lies to sell you more food and supplements. You actually only need to eat once or twice a days. This optimists your hormones and detoxes and heals your body. It's how the Greeks, Romans, and everyone else ate long ago before the corporations took over everything. Research intermittent fasting. Do calisthenics and intermittent fasting and you will live a long healthy life to old age.
tomchoi74, ok i understand. But what about the rocks (dwayne johnson) video about his diet and workout before he makes a movie? :
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All the moviestars tell that they eat until they cant eat anymore to gain muscles :
ua-cam.com/video/05JEOYrLiUY/v-deo.html
Dont we need an surplus on calories to gain muscle?
You do know that The Rock took and takes steroids, right? many movie stars take steroids also. Many admit it and it's not a secrete. If you take steroids, everything is different. Did you know all the articles you read in muscle magazines or internet that tell you how pro bodybuilders eat and train are all made up? If you are a pro and you are under contract, the media writers can write/say anything about you. There was a time in my life when I was all into bodybuilding. I trained my girlfriend and was in back stage to many fitness competitions. I got to see how "the industry" works. The industry is not about health. it's so corrupt. Just ask anyone who is in it. they'll tell you the same. Those bodybuilder you see in the magazine, if you see them not on the stage, they are all fat. They just get ripped for the shows and take diuretics and drugs for the show. Don't fall for the propaganda. They just want to sell you supplements. They don't care about you. And you don't need that much protein. Do you know any single person who is protein deficient? Nobody! Most people eat too much protein! Unlearn everything you thought you knew and relearn everything. Seek the truth in everything. God didn't create us to need supplements and expensive equipment in order to be strong and healthy. Calisthenics and Intermittent fasting are free. They even save you money actually. I recommend Dr Eric Berg's youtube channel. He has good info for how to eat. He advocate intermittent fasting also. I train fasted. I play basketball for an hour then do calisthenics for 20 mins. I have more energy training fasted than eating before. It sounded crazy to me at first since it goes against everything they tell you in bodybuilding. But I experimented with both, and training fasted is better. Fact is, your body doesn't use energy from food you eat right before your workout. You body uses energy from food you ate the day before. Magazine, media, politics, most are lies!! Try it yourself and see. don't just follow what they tell you, think for yourself and understand why you do anything...
You don't need surplus calories. Just eat quality natural food from nature (not processed). and quality fat is good and essential. most people need to eat more quality fat. Yolk is good an not egg whites. it's all about regulating your insulin. Learn what the insulin index of the food you eat are (meaning what food makes your insulin go up or not). This in turn also regulates your human growth hormone and testosterone. If you do intermittent fasting, this naturally does all this. I convinced my father who was taking diabetes and high blood pressure meds for years do intermittent fasting. Just after 3 weeks of doing it, he didn't need to take his meds anymore. Doctor even told him that diabetes can only be managed but not cured. I cured him in 3 weeks with intermittent fasting. The modern medical industry is a scam controlled by drug companies. Doctors only do what they are told.
this video is change my life.
Glad to hear
Awesome brother! Stay on it!
Very inspirational and I hope this inspires many many people. I will be 50 in 5 months and I've always tried to keep myself in half decent shape, walking everywhere, eating decently, and playing tennis over the years. Unfortunately, reality for me has been mental health problems since I was 16 and I just can't seem to get that motivation to push myself to where I would like to be. The sad fact is, that I just don't care about life that much. I just wanted to put another perspective on things, but if you really want to change your life, DO IT!! You choose what you want to be. Don't choose/accept being fat and lazy. Choose to be the person you want to be, and that includes who you are on the inside as well. Life can really get you down. Start the fight back TODAY. You have the power within you. Choose fit, healthy and sexy!!
I am 47 and have lived like this since the age of 15 . Everything he says is true . Strong body , strong mind and everything else falls in place .
How good to see that positive atitude soo motivational. Thank you. :)
Marcus is so inspirational person
Agreed
This gentleman is speaking the absolute TRUTH! Anyone sees this video should really listen to him. Its true wisdom. I tell my kids, and students this ALL the time. BUILD YOUR TEMPLE....
I couldn't say it better myself... listen to this guy.hes right in every aspect.thanks for reminding me of what we can accomplish if we set to mind.good luck n hope to see more videos like this.keep on motivating people man thumps up
Marcus, thanks for the inspirational talk and video . I had already started on my journey to improve my physicality , but seeing you ( in such great shape ! ) and hearing your words and feeling your enthusiasm is making me want to go out and do much much more than I had been doing . I'll turn 80 in four months and your ideas and concepts about physical health and conditioning and making your life richer by doing that are very sound and sensible . Although I'm almost 30 years older than you ( and haven't been doing exercise all of my life ) I wanna' look like you .
That's motivation !!! Thanks so much , mate . From Santo Domingo I send you my very best wishes for you to continue in your fabulous journey towards health and happiness . George Lewis,Sr.
Big Ups to you my man.. live strong be healthy and show others the way. 💪👍
cant beat the reps his jaw makes. he will never reach failure, he's been training those mastoids hard, i mean real HARD.
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💪😃👏👏
Hahaha, yeah!
He is like an older version of Zyyz
i would like he upload his roids cycle
He looks healthy, natural. Yes, in today's world it is so rare that the roid argument might come up but his muscles really looks the way it is supposed to look when you are 50 and do not let yourself let go.
Zyzz at 50 would be like
Does that mean he'll die soon?
So true..whenever i feel anxious,depressed i do pushups or squats or run and i just feel so good and energized. I see my personality change and i am so much more plesant.
“Your body is your precious possession all YOU have and it’s your vehicle to carry you throughout your life” 👍🏼😀
respect👍💪
This man is legend. Marcus Bondi! Bondi beach!!! Smokin a Doobie!!!!
I Respect you sir for this precious advice and your body is so fit ...keep doing it for the best.
Wow! I am so inspired. I always think I need a gym but you’ve switched a gear in my mind. Thank you for this gift!
He's so right.
Physical Exercises and taking care of your mind and body - something that will never fail you.
Very cool. 50 is the new 40
WILD THINGS the author of this video is more athletic than 90/97% of men under 25 years 😅
A great inspiration
( sorry for my poor english, not my native language, I'm french )
50 is still 50, rather u keep yourself in good shape is a different story
WILD THINGS its the new 30
I could kick my own 30 year old ass . Old man strength
3:45 Weighted front lever rows, man? That was sick; I'd never seen that before.
Respect from Greece
This is so true. The pain goes away but the gains stay
Amen! Master your own body first and foremost. Plus, it's fun and people dig it. No one cares "how much ya bench, bro?", but if they see you doing muscle-ups, or using rings effectively they'll be both curious and impressed, especially if they try it for themselves. It's amazing how many people can bench press a truck, but can't do 10 pull ups.
Did anybody else notice that grandpa at 3:31?
+Salman Khan Oh man great catch, how did I miss that guy? Another inspiration perhaps
What do his eyes look like? The world may never know
He wears shades because eyes are balding
Love to see David Goggins and this guy do a work/competition.
There is no better advice than to rep out. Doesn't matter the exercise you choose, just do as many as you can. Muscles burning and heart racing, its like a jolt of positive energy. Following Marcus advice has really helped me when I feel down or confused.
His accent make him sound like a badass.
That's the guy who used to do pullups while chicks hugging him lol
Yea!
+OfficialBarstarzz
good stuff thank u
LOOKS LIKE FRANK ZANE
Word!
TheMedia-Hacker exactly like him
far from his level of aesthetics though.
Far far far from it. Zane was a freak. Plus, about 25kg on this guy. 60kg v 90kg. Roughly. Big difference. Yep 90 kg. That is light as! Arnie was 120kg when they competed against each other. But this guy would be lucky to be 75kg. Last time I was 75kg I looked like I came from changi death camp.
@@Paul_Zernick Out of point. The OP was a compliment. Who gives a shit if Zane was far, out of context. Its obvious Zane has more levels, as a professional body builder himself. And who cares if you are a fat cow. This guy can do flags and muscle ups. You can't do shit of that. And no one is talking about arnold, did you even finished high school? Stay on topic, dude
I'm with you, I'm 56yo and I began 1 year ago. Greetings from Berlin
This is so true! I'm 48 and I started doing push-ups about a year ago. Couldn't do five! But I can do about 25 on my knuckles now without stopping (on a good day!). Then I started at the gym doing weights. It's difficult to explain how significantly this has changed me; I am fitter, happier, more active. It has changed my diet, cut down my drinking, even changed the way I treat other people. The hardest part is getting in to the routine initially; once you start feeling that endorphin rush from the exercise and seeing the results you'll be away! It will improve your body and mind, what more could you ask for? And as he says, you can do press-ups and crunches anywhere for nothing!
Why do some make it seem like being 50 years old means looking old and haggard and flabby? Or I should say, why do some act like someone that is in great shape at 50 to be an anomaly?
Is 50 really THAT old?
Yes. Go out in public and look at people. Hell, lower your range down to 30+. Not many look that good, even as low as 20. 40+? Forget about it.
My point is that in the modern age, ANYONE who is fit is unusual. More than half the adult population in western countries are overweight, and a third are considered OBESE. I'm not trying to downplay Marcus' accomplishments in any way. I'm merely saying that to be 50+ and look that good puts him in the top 1%.
Yes. look at the average schmuck
Larry Myers Lmao. What's this information from, personal experience or racial stereotypes?
humans have the capacity to live to 120 years old that's when our telemeter runs out and our cells can no longer regenerate. seems like no one has figured out how to make it there yet though. but I do know a group I'd put my money on
'reps will save you' - not from shoulder impingement, i'm afraid
This dude needs his own channel
he has one
+Hotcowrod1 u could of left a link instead chief
+Jahova Fitness phone app
I Love that Don't hit the Wall hit the Stars Awesome Stuff
Thanks man.... I'm just 31 and I thought it's almost impossible for me to transform my body now cuz I was addicted to drugs...sex....alcohol.....all bad thing which is harmful....I have ruined my body..... but I'm truly inspired by you.....hopefully I still can change my life....
I Did two spiderman pushups today, at the end of my PU exersize, i couldn't push back up on the 3rd, next time ill get rhree..
+Karl Buttler Nice
GOOD job men keep the good way work 😁👍
Never skip leg day!
+The Jox another hater, why bring negativity into this?
+Just Do it! No, wait. I am not a hater, i respect this, but if u train, u shouldn't skip anything! Greetings.
+The Jox he trains legs. What proof would you need? Massive legs is the only way to show you train legs ?
+The Jox pstols, shrimp squats, jumps, sprints, bridges, split work, walking lunges etc are legit ways to work the legs without becoming chunky and heavy.
Hate leg day
OMG he is the old version of Zyzz with the same hair style and sunglasses lol
+ILCENTAURO Plot twist. It's him.
+ILCENTAURO I was thinking the same he even sounds like zyzz
Like seriously? Why would anyone dislike this video? Some people are born haters! Good work...You're a huge inspiration.
Very charismatic dude. I like how energetic and enthusiastic he is.
Thanks ur old ass motivated me 😂😭😏
lol....at first glance i thought you were Frank Zane