How I learnt the Muscle Up in 3 Months. Age 55 Years.

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  • Learn to Muscle-Up. This is the ultimate Calisthenics skill. It took me three months of training before I did my first one. I was aged 55. This video is my journey.
    Now at the age of 59, I am getting stronger and fitter with age. I am able to perform multiple muscle-ups, and my form is still improving. I wouldn't call them strict muscle-ups, but the kipping of the legs is massively less than in this video. Please join, subscribe and support me in turning the clock backwards.
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  • @michaelduggan8798
    @michaelduggan8798 Рік тому +467

    This is the most practical video I've seen on Muscle Up's. No false optimism. Just do the hard work and you'll get there.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +25

      This video was all very real, a complete newbie, with no idea, with really bad beginners form, struggling and persevering until finally he achieved his goal. In the years that followed, he cleans up his form.

    • @VelhaGuardaTricolor
      @VelhaGuardaTricolor 11 місяців тому +1

      LOL Hard work???? Kipping and Swinging = CHEATING ( not accepting the actual hard work required and cutting corners that have detrimental effect on your health and strength )
      AKA the CrossFit generation

    • @Stratiotis_tou_Christou
      @Stratiotis_tou_Christou 8 місяців тому +2

      ​@@funwithcalisthenicssalute 🫡 to you, man.

    • @CryptoWolf1
      @CryptoWolf1 Місяць тому

      @@VelhaGuardaTricolorok show us your videos then. You have a link to it?

    • @VelhaGuardaTricolor
      @VelhaGuardaTricolor Місяць тому

      @@CryptoWolf1 what me having videos or not has any baring on what I've said? Kipping is a crime against your body and fitness. It is not so hard to understand it either. If you know anything about physiology and anatomy it is as straightforward as you can get. What part you don't understand?

  • @Alexey-gp7vc
    @Alexey-gp7vc Рік тому +196

    I'm only 35, but I gave up trying to do muscle-ups after only 2 months. Thanks for the inspiration, I'm going back to training👍

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +14

      Pleased to hear it. Don’t quit this time.. think of the good it will do you as you train.. 😊👍

    • @stayphun6188
      @stayphun6188 Рік тому +6

      Same, I gave up at 28 years old, it was so frustrating. I think the easiest way would be some kind of personal trainer, who can tell were your weakness is and what body part you have to work on. This video is quite an inspiration for going back to training.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +8

      Totally agree, it’s so frustrating. Once you’ve cracked the technique you’ll be laughing. Try watching a video by Adam Frater.. another UA-camr. He has a great tutorial that helped me a lot.

    • @P2541-kz1cu
      @P2541-kz1cu 7 місяців тому +1

      If you start with bent arms it needs zero strength only kip

    • @dr0n3droid
      @dr0n3droid 5 місяців тому

      ​@@P2541-kz1cuwhere's your video?

  • @bernardbarbour
    @bernardbarbour Рік тому +277

    I'm 63 and will be 64 in a few days. I just started my journey to accomplish the muscle up. I can do about 15 pull ups, 30 ab rollers and push ups. I went and bought an assist band yesterday and tried this morning. Even my trainer said it was hard, but he did one. So, I'm not going to quit, your video is great and has given me the motivation. Thanks, and keep up the great work.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +33

      Bernard, great to hear you are able to do the prerequisites of 15 pull-ups. And being 64 in a few days times makes it even more special. You sound like you are in great shape. Buying the resistance bands gets you used to the feeling of flying upwards over bar. If you can crack the technique, ie , the swing, when to pull, etc, you’ve got this.. when you pull, pull as hard as you can and drive the knees upwards the bar at the same time. It will be a kipping muscle up, but they all count. Receiving comments like yours inspire me to want to make another video. The one you watched i made three years ago. I’ve improved a lot since then. Let me know how you get on.. excited for you.

    • @brainsnbrawn
      @brainsnbrawn Рік тому +3

      I'm probably late but, happy birthday!!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +2

      Hahah thanks.. on the 27th so you are early! 👍

    • @AK2HI
      @AK2HI 11 місяців тому +4

      Learn to do it strict first not with kip motion, I'm 53 and learned at crossfit, I can do ring or bar muscle ups in sets

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  11 місяців тому +1

      I’m trying ..

  • @somekindofpersonexisting
    @somekindofpersonexisting 7 місяців тому +32

    Just found this. Subscribed immediately. No gimmick, no talking to cam. Just the process. ❤love this

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  7 місяців тому +1

      That’s my style. Thanks so much for subscribing. More videos to come.

  • @mlperkins
    @mlperkins 6 місяців тому +89

    Thanks for your well done video. I'm 78 (female) and worked for months to do my first unassisted pull-up. Sometimes, I can do three, so my new goal is five. I've seen several young women at the gym doing pull-ups; love it.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  6 місяців тому +9

      That’s brilliant, especially when you think most women of any age can’t do one. Big congrats to you. Keep going!

  • @susannewman4480
    @susannewman4480 Рік тому +29

    I'm very inspired by your journey. I'm a woman and recently got my first pullup after training for 6 months. I think the muscle up will be my 5 year goal. Thank you for sharing this

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +4

      Hi Susan, I’m pleased you feel inspired. It always surprises me how far I have come, and what is possible if you really apply ourselves. I have made another video… uploaded it yesterday showing more progress. ua-cam.com/video/P7NdZNGmO6c/v-deo.htmlsi=q_FMSptXQb5H9Xsu
      What you’ve achieved after 6 months of training is brilliant. Most people would have given up. You should be really proud, well done!

  • @WannaB321
    @WannaB321 Рік тому +67

    Very inspiring video. Congrats and thank you. I'm 62 and just did 17 pull-ups. I had open heart surgery 17 months ago. I hadn't considered trying to do a muscle-up. 🤔 This is now a goal of mine! ... along with 20 pull-ups.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +8

      You sound like you are in incredible shape! 17 pull-ups at any age means you are strong enough to pass the UK Army Marine Pull-Up test. Well done, and after heart surgery is amazing. Build up slowly… I’m marking a video today that I’ll upload at the end of next week.. hopefully it will help you get the muscle up.

    • @tapelkidd
      @tapelkidd 9 місяців тому +2

      Were you able to muscle up?

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  9 місяців тому +2

      @tapelkidd yes at the end of the video, I get my first one.

    • @greggapowell67
      @greggapowell67 7 місяців тому +2

      Ur no WannaB. You're the real deal.

    • @Patricius1001
      @Patricius1001 Місяць тому

      Как ваши успехи в спорте?

  • @VoidedTea
    @VoidedTea 2 роки тому +30

    I am 52, started with calisthenics a year ago. Planning to do my first muscle up by the age of 55 too. Your example is inspiring.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому +5

      I’m pleased you found that video inspiring. It does take time, getting all the technical bits in place, like the swing, when to pull etc.
      Good quality pull ups is a great starting point.. I wish you well on your journey. Calisthenics over the last few years has made me so much stronger, and enabled me to do things I couldn’t previously.

    • @josephfdent
      @josephfdent Рік тому +2

      me too. same story 🙂

  • @robertbogomolec8763
    @robertbogomolec8763 Рік тому +65

    Finally a dad spending his free time on something smart instead of following daily news or conspiracy theories. I hope I'll manage to stay this cool at your age.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +11

      Haha, that made me smile.. I do enjoy keeping informed about the crazy world we live in, so guilty of being a news watcher.. haha.. but prefer to do pull-ups any day..

    • @robertbogomolec8763
      @robertbogomolec8763 Рік тому +4

      @@funwithcalisthenics 😅 Oh well... At least you have something cool to talk about and not just the usual corona/Ukraine/government crap that most guys your age keep on rambling about. My father in law does Kung Fu and works out as well. So once he's done with his political statements, the rest of the conversation is actually pretty enjoyable. With my dad, it's hard sometimes. I love him and all, but I'm really not motivated on visiting him often cuz I know it'll end up being a 1-2h monologue again where I already know 80% of the content by heart and the other 20% is just news about China, Russia or America. Even when times were more peaceful, he'd always Google out a random war somewhere that he can "keep on getting informed about". Don't get me wrong though. I agree with most of his opinions and I really don't have a high opinion about humanity and the direction this world is going. But as long as you are blessed to be able to lead a decent life on this planet where so many suffer, use that time for something smarter than to just Google how many people are suffering. You're neither helping yourself nor them by doing that. You who did a muscle up at your age surely inspired more people than all the other dads together with their boring government stories.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +9

      Robert that was a great read. Being a dad myself with kids, I think you really nailed it. I’m also guilty of many things your dad does. Although in recent years I have probably become a little more approachable, and entertaining I guess. I didn’t visit my dad too often, and my kids don’t visit me that frequently. I think it’s a little to do with the crazy world we live in. Let’s leave it at that. Anyway, personally, I find having a hobby or interest like this really helps me mentally to deal with many things. People often say that about sports. Go easy on your dad, he probably loves you more than you’ll ever know.

    • @robertbogomolec8763
      @robertbogomolec8763 Рік тому +3

      ​@@funwithcalisthenics Don't worry, I don't blame him for anything. I'm actually grateful to have a dad like him cuz he opened my eyes and my mind in many ways. I agree with him in many of his opinions, it just gets annoying when he keeps on talking about the same stuff instead of just realizing that I agree with him, that most people will never agree with him, that this world will still be f*cked up no matter how much we discuss it, and that he could do so much more with his time and energy instead of just watching ex-CIA agents talking about America's undercover plans and stuff like that. I'd love to go with him to the streetworkout park or just play a video game in coop mode. But he kinda stopped doing anything else than "keeping himself informed" and that's the biggest dad-move of them all and that's what makes me frustrated. Like you said, having hobbies helps a lot. The world doesn't really offer much positivity by default. So if you forget how to behave like a little kid and create your own childish positivity, you're pretty much stranded. That's why I don't mind still allowing myself to get excited about muscle ups, bike rides, video games, playing the guitar and stuff like that. I know that all-in-all it's just a bunch of stupid and meaningless activities, but at least it has a positive effect on me. My dad is a pretty intelligent person and thus suffers from the biggest demise of such people - he can't stop behaving less intelligent and can't allow himself to have some simpleminded fun. 😅

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +2

      The world doesn’t offer much positivity by default… that’s deep. But probably quite true. Thought provoking statement!

  • @olddogfitness
    @olddogfitness 2 роки тому +85

    Hey brother..a little late but I just came across this vid...congrats to you on your consistency, perseverance, and work ethic..obviously pays off!...having just hit my first muscle up at age 58 I can empathize with the struggle😉...but the feeling of hitting that first one made it all worth it for sure !! Best wishes from New Jersey..age is just a number...keep grinding and STAY HEALTHY👑💯👑💪💪👍

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for your kind comments. Yes it’s certainly great, when you get your first muscle up. I did mine a few years ago, and my form is very slowly improving. But consistency is the key. I’ve ha da quick look at your channel and will look more thoroughly soon.. have a great day..

    • @Dadbodfinessefit
      @Dadbodfinessefit 2 роки тому +2

      @@funwithcalisthenics… This is amazing being 42 and cannot do a muscle up. I really need to start practicing more

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому +2

      @@Dadbodfinessefit it’s really rewarding. Takes commitment and time. But worth every minute. Enjoy the journey.

    • @rgmtb
      @rgmtb 11 місяців тому +1

      I was going to send you this video but found your comment.

    • @olddogfitness
      @olddogfitness 11 місяців тому

      @@rgmtb Antony is a BEAST💯👑💯

  • @PeteOnPurpose
    @PeteOnPurpose 4 роки тому +37

    Thats incredible man, love the dedication and enthusiasm, 😊

  • @makan1568
    @makan1568 Рік тому +1

    What a great video !!!! Congratulations you are in the 5% of society what can do muscle up

  • @rajmundrosinski9561
    @rajmundrosinski9561 Рік тому +2

    Super gość 👍👋 Robię w serii po 30 pompek diamentowych,wyciskam 80 kg na biceps biorę 35 kg ale muscleupa nie. Dość tego. Za 2 miesiące będzie.
    Dzięki Niemu ⚡💪👊

  • @kitkatcats3360
    @kitkatcats3360 8 місяців тому +1

    Great results for all that hard work. Well done.

  • @msantello1
    @msantello1 Рік тому +7

    That's awesome! Love seeing the REAL process/progress...Inspiring!

  • @jastheadventurer1784
    @jastheadventurer1784 10 місяців тому +1

    I just started training calisthenics few months ago. I'm 34. Did my first muscle up.. put it on my channel haha.. proud of it but gotta improve a lot!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi, just watched it! That’s was awesome. Congratulations.

  • @charlescossel7948
    @charlescossel7948 3 місяці тому +1

    Your doing great, gives me hope! Thank You!

  • @bhonzpimentel9467
    @bhonzpimentel9467 4 роки тому +6

    yes you did it sir. that's the fruit of patience and your hardwork. very inspiring.

  • @ShauPhanLay
    @ShauPhanLay 8 місяців тому +2

    TENHO 61 ANOS DE IDADE. INICIEI NOS EXERCICIOS FÍSICOS AOS 8 ANOS DE IDADE E ATÉ HOJE CONTINUO PRATICANDO. ISSO É O NOSSO MELHOR REMÉDIO. NÃO PODEMOS PARAR.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  8 місяців тому +2

      Well done my friend, you’ve done a great job in keeping active. Keep going..

  • @ママ君の筋トレ日記
    @ママ君の筋トレ日記 Рік тому +8

    I’m 44 and just became able to do banded muscle up, but struggling A LOT. My goal is to be able to do muscle up by my next birthday. You video is so encouraging. Thank you!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +2

      That’s a great goal to have. Using the bands really helped me. Good luck!

    • @radoslawlada
      @radoslawlada Рік тому +3

      44 here as well, consistency is key, I was able to do it with thin band couple of weeks back, started to do more pull ups to get stronger yet I can do more consecutive pull ups now, but cant do a muscle up on the same band. Step back and I'll be grinding the movement again with the band. Don't stop lads, we will get it

  • @tonik1886
    @tonik1886 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you old man. I'm 28 years old and just learned the muscle ups after almost 2 months of nearly everyday training. I watched your videos and get very inspired.

  • @SlawekM.
    @SlawekM. 10 місяців тому +3

    The guy at the beginning of the video and the guy from around 8:00 onwards look like father and son, to say the least... Just amazing. Congrats!!!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  10 місяців тому +2

      Thanks so much. Appreciate that. I made that video 4 years ago, have lost a bit more hair since then! 😂

  • @lepereneuro
    @lepereneuro 2 місяці тому +1

    That's an inspiring man here. Need more of them

  • @albert70p
    @albert70p 3 роки тому +5

    I love the honesty of this journey - brilliant 👍

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому

      Hey, thanks so much for your comment. It’s very much appreciated. 😀

  • @AdamAdam-bl9yn
    @AdamAdam-bl9yn Рік тому +1

    Bravo! For the hardwork and determination

  • @jonkrause6714
    @jonkrause6714 Рік тому +6

    Wicked cool and congrats. I turned 55 in August (last month) and you inspired me to legitimately try with progression. 🤙🙏

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +1

      Rock on! That’s exciting… Top tip…. Don’t push it too hard and get injured… it takes time, months in most cases!

  • @kamaselblogs744
    @kamaselblogs744 4 роки тому +1

    Wow thank you po sir for sharing nakaka amize naman po yung ginawa nyo the aged of 55 you have strong muscel.. I well contenue my full ups

  • @Barrettnutrition
    @Barrettnutrition 4 роки тому +6

    This is amazing! He was clearly diligent in his efforts to achieve his goal. Practice, patience and diligence. Way to go!

  • @juanpablopenare8104
    @juanpablopenare8104 Рік тому +2

    Remarkable, congratulations, all the effort brought its compensations, the body got a formidable transformation. HURRA!!!!!

  • @kuniedam
    @kuniedam 2 роки тому +4

    This is really helpful, I’m still working on my form but from this to your latest videos is inspiration and at 57 💪🏾

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому

      I’m so pleased you’ve found it helpful. I’m continuing with my struggles and hoping to improve my form too. It’s incredible how are body’s can adapt.

  • @heliodiniz2989
    @heliodiniz2989 4 роки тому +2

    Congratulations !! Consistency is the key. Stay hard

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому

      Staying as hard as I can haha. Made so much progress since this time.

  • @funwithcalisthenics
    @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +15

    Two years after making this video, I have progressed and completed a 100 Muscle Up Challenge. Watch this video now! ua-cam.com/video/yGF2yIdd2WM/v-deo.htmlsi=XrB6UZ7vmzY9yv8A

  • @bisayangkodaker1779
    @bisayangkodaker1779 4 роки тому +3

    Once again I am watching my idol. I love your dedication.

  • @Calisthenics-Larry
    @Calisthenics-Larry 3 роки тому +5

    You made me laugh with this video.
    I had a similar experience getting my first muscle up. Great work!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much Larry. I laugh too when I look back. When I started I was completely clueless!

    • @goku445
      @goku445 6 місяців тому

      @@funwithcalisthenics Do you still do it?

  • @nunoborgesdias6332
    @nunoborgesdias6332 6 місяців тому +1

    Great demonstration of willingness. Persistence, commitment and nothing to hide. Just beautiful !
    Watching until the end is not only a pleasure but inspiring too. Well done!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  6 місяців тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for great comment.

  • @zaynassi8818
    @zaynassi8818 4 роки тому +4

    Just watched this and i'm SUPER inspired!! I've only seen 2 or 3 people who can muscle up at your age.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +3

      Awww thank you so much. I don’t see my age as a barrier in Calisthenics. I still have so much to learn and improve. Hoping to get stronger and better at more skills too. I’m super excited about this journey. I don’t find muscle ups easy. Some days I can do it, and some I still can’t quite get there. So I’m still working and practising with the bands and focusing on technique. That’s for you kind words! 👍

    • @zaynassi8818
      @zaynassi8818 4 роки тому +2

      @@funwithcalisthenics Everything takes time 🙌🏻 and great things take the longest. Keep working hard no matter how many times you fail to see any progress even if it were for weeks. & btw i recommend you watch my muscle up workout video for more diverse progressions rather than just doing hangs and pull ups! Stay safe

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +1

      @@zaynassi8818 i will do, thanks again for your support.

  • @fredastaire6156
    @fredastaire6156 5 місяців тому +1

    The pure grinding, no fluff no BS.
    Seriously, this is the most practical muscle up video that I have seen.
    Thank you SOOOO much for posting this. I'm going to start my journey tomorrow at open gym!

    • @chipparker3950
      @chipparker3950 5 місяців тому +1

      Inspiring and congratulations, sincerely but that's not a muscle up. Drop the swing and the kip action. Then you have real muscle up. I think you'll get it. Keep the videos coming.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  5 місяців тому

      @chipparker3950 thank you for the comment. I did get it, eventually.. 4 years later I’m cleaning it up.

  • @DanielReimer
    @DanielReimer 4 роки тому +3

    Very inspirational💯👍💪 you have yourself a new subscriber

  • @nigelseviour4281
    @nigelseviour4281 Рік тому +1

    So we’ll done on your persistence and guts at 60yrs I am trying all things to keep fit and your video has given me so much encouragement to keep going thank you

  • @KirstenQuickFit
    @KirstenQuickFit 4 роки тому +3

    Great step by step.. I was like-double up the bands!! 2 greens! Love the swing! It's all core!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому

      Haha, I started with so many bands! Couldn’t believe that one day I could do it with none. But even now, most of my training I still use them. 👍

  • @familienalbum
    @familienalbum Рік тому +2

    Thank you for sharing. Amazing progression!

  • @PushUpDad
    @PushUpDad 4 роки тому +3

    Nice to see the start to finish of that journey.

  • @sumeetbhanjadeo5994
    @sumeetbhanjadeo5994 Рік тому +2

    You are an inspiration 🙌🏼

  • @iwatank0107
    @iwatank0107 4 роки тому +4

    Wow nice edit 👍

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +1

      I’m learning lots about this editing business! 👍

    • @iwatank0107
      @iwatank0107 4 роки тому +1

      @@funwithcalisthenics yeah inevitable skills at this era!

  • @eddvalhar
    @eddvalhar Рік тому +1

    congrats on not giving up. I was 54 years old.
    When I set out on this exact same mission.I didn’t think I would ever pull it off. your video brought back.The memories of my frustrations and diligence until I finally did it!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому

      When I look back at that video I made 3 years ago, my pull-ups and style / form was terrible. But I was starting from ground zero.. so I forgive myself. But three years on, I’m getting better. What a struggle.. but so pleased I did it.. we should be proud.

  • @SurjeetSumanAcharya
    @SurjeetSumanAcharya 4 роки тому +3

    You are a legend sir!!! keep inspiring us :)

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +1

      Sorry for my late reply. Thank you so much for your comment. 👍🔥

  • @Winter_Roses_Music
    @Winter_Roses_Music 4 роки тому +1

    Great Work my Friend! Always here to support you.

  • @GetProWithBro
    @GetProWithBro 4 роки тому +3

    Wow wow you are aged but you have achieved your goal wow great work I m very happy by your great achievement 👏 😀 👍

  • @averagejoe8213
    @averagejoe8213 6 місяців тому +2

    51 here. Working on a goal of doing 10 pull ups. What an inspiration!! OLD MAN POWER!!

  • @60SecondCalisthenics
    @60SecondCalisthenics 4 роки тому +6

    Very nice MUSCLE UP JOURNEY video. Love seeing the progress. 👍🏾

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +2

      Just noticed I never thank you for your comments. We have both progressed so much since these earlier days.

    • @60SecondCalisthenics
      @60SecondCalisthenics 3 роки тому +2

      @@funwithcalisthenics You know what... that's one of the things that I love about UA-cam. It really gives you an opportunity to go back and SEE how far you've come. I never really did that before.

  • @rayzworldz
    @rayzworldz 28 днів тому +1

    I know the feeling of the first one no matter the struggle. Great work mate. Keep it up

  • @PavelKrotovFit
    @PavelKrotovFit 4 роки тому +3

    When kids want play in the park but have to wait for their turn :) great job with your muscle up journey

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому

      Yes, the kids have to wait for the pensioners to finish their work outs 😂. Thanks for watching. Just watched your WOD Jordan video.. it reminded me of when I did it in a collaboration. It hurts 👍. And I had a smaller kettle bell!

  • @matthewvanselow1979
    @matthewvanselow1979 10 місяців тому +2

    Congratulations on your success! You have inspired me to get on this sooner. I am 55 and determined to do Muscle Ups as well. It begins with a pull-up bar in my garage.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment. Have fun in your garage! Exciting times ahead for you… 😊🙏

  • @hartley4686
    @hartley4686 4 роки тому +3

    Nice video 🔥

  • @calisthenicsprogressnemanj5415
    @calisthenicsprogressnemanj5415 3 роки тому +2

    I love this video. Very motivating💪❤️

  • @Mytho17
    @Mytho17 2 роки тому +3

    I was once in the same struggle. I learned how to do muscle ups right after my 50th Bday. I also practiced on a bar that was neck level, where I had to hop to complete the task. Anyways great determination 👊

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому +2

      It’s great to achieve these things at our age.. feels good.. well done 👍

  • @ramjam-zv7mi
    @ramjam-zv7mi 11 місяців тому +1

    Im 34 and never in my life being abble to achieve one muscle up, while being abble to do 20 straight pull ups. Now is the time for me to work my ass off and get the job done and your video is a great teaching for the process, thanks !

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for your comment. You clearly have the strength. 20 pull-ups is massive. You just need to lear the technique. Next week I’m uploading another muscle up with bands video, then I will be uploading a how to muscle video without bands. So stay connected and I’ll get you over that bar.

  • @saidovacuo
    @saidovacuo Рік тому +4

    Você é uma inspiração para mim, ainda vou conseguir fazer o muscle up!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @michaelzimmerman9322
    @michaelzimmerman9322 10 місяців тому +2

    Congratulations, that's a great achievement. I still haven't done a muscle up, but I can see your technique and diligence really paid off!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you.. appreciate that. I have progressed a lot since making that video. I’m still going, and making more up to date videos. Thanks for watching.

  • @ChrisShawarma
    @ChrisShawarma 4 роки тому +3

    Awesome progress! Much respect. - That structure looks kind of fragile, watch out you don't muscle-up into the neighbors garden.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +2

      Hahaha it is a bit bobbly. And really close to the neighbour. While using my resistance bands, I was wearing slides on my feet and they got caught in the bands and ended up flying over the fence!

    • @Patricius1001
      @Patricius1001 Місяць тому

      Ночью вы перепрыгнули через забор и тайно извлекли тапочки из участка соседа.

  • @Frankandalesiashow
    @Frankandalesiashow 4 роки тому +2

    Wow This is so inspirational! I’m loving it

  • @surefire888
    @surefire888 3 роки тому +20

    You are a great inspiration! I will be 60 this year and my goal is to achieve a muscle-up. I started 10 months ago with 2 bands totalling 80kg and have gradually progressed to a single medium band of 25kg where i seem to have stagnated. How long did it take you and did you encounter any sticking points or was it smooth and steady progress all the way? Many thanks again for sharing your journey!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +8

      Hiya, thanks for commenting. Firstly, the progress you’ve made from 80kg in bands to 25kg is seriously impressive. I don’t think there are many 60 year olds that could claim that! It seemed like an I possible task for me, and although it was progressing and I was single minded it wasn’t easy. What you don’t see in my video, is that during the three months it took me, I also managed to lose about 1/2 stone in weight while working hard on my pull-ups. Immediately after completing this video I picked up a shoulder injury so I couldn’t progress and clean up the form. Know I have a minor elbow ache, hopefully I’ll be getting back to muscle-ups again soon.
      My recommendation is to watch loads of videos on the technique, and visualise performing it.
      Think .. explosive pull downs like you are slamming the hood of your car and pulling your knees up (kipping) at the same time. And come around the bar, in a curve.. whilst working hard on building your pull-up max. How many can you do?

    • @surefire888
      @surefire888 3 роки тому +3

      @@funwithcalisthenics
      Thanks for the quick response! Yes, i have watched dozens of youtube videos and i know the theory behind a successful muscle-up, just seem to lack the explosive strength needed. I can do 12-14 pull-ups, probably 12 clean and at least 15 straight bar dips. Am now practicing chest-to-bar pull-ups to improve on explosiveness but it's a really slow process and i haven't seen any progress since reaching 25kg band around 2 months ago :(

    • @johnwilkesbooth8000
      @johnwilkesbooth8000 2 роки тому +1

      @@surefire888 you got your first muscle ups?

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Alex, oh yes! It took a while, but now I’ve unlocked it. Can do them on the bar, and on the gym rings too. How are you getting on?

    • @Ian.Does.Fitness
      @Ian.Does.Fitness Рік тому +1

      @@funwithcalisthenics I find epicondylitis is a major setback when trying to progress pull ups. I had it for 18 months before it settled down.

  • @B4FleX
    @B4FleX 4 роки тому +1

    Well done!!!!! Huge respect for that 👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿

  • @vitaminprotein4868
    @vitaminprotein4868 4 роки тому +3

    Hi sir

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +1

      Hello! Thanks for dropping by.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for subscribing. I really appreciate your support. Hope you’ll enjoy my videos, I upload every Wednesday! 😀👍

  • @Dackelvamp
    @Dackelvamp 9 місяців тому +2

    It's years old that video, but it shows what it takes to reach your goal. It's just a big load of hard work and self confidence that you can do it. Inspiring 💪 I'm working also on my first muscle up...and I'm just 41.

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  9 місяців тому +1

      You’ve got years on me, so I’m sure you’ll get there, if you train hard. Thanks for watching and I wish you well.

  • @glenndavid8725
    @glenndavid8725 4 місяці тому +2

    I'm 61 and could do them at 55 but COVID and laziness put them on the back burner, I'm starting to train them again but I've got that tinge of fear to just get it as I've recently had bilateral hip replacement. I think I'm just a few weeks away from getting it!
    Thanks for motivating other people, great video. ❤

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks so much for your lovely comment. Good luck with the muscle up.

  • @Swithers
    @Swithers 4 роки тому +2

    Love it. I swear you get extra muscle up power without a shirt too! Good job!

  • @Elden_String
    @Elden_String Рік тому +2

    Hello from France, just want to say that you're video is so Inspiring
    I just started calisthenic and learning muscle-up at 31 Years old, and i was feeling old.
    And you, starting at 55, and what a success :D
    Awesome work my friend, hope to see more videos like that from You !

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому

      Hello my friend, I wish I had started when I as younger. Pleased you find the videos inspiring. I enjoy making them. Sometimes the improvements take a long time to get us to where we want to get to, but we just have to keep trying.

  • @hypertrophytraining8911
    @hypertrophytraining8911 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, great job! I love how you showed the progress from start!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you. I think it is one of my best made films. It took ages, well three months to put it together!

    • @hypertrophytraining8911
      @hypertrophytraining8911 3 роки тому

      @@funwithcalisthenics That's something! Well done!

  • @tobyh4950
    @tobyh4950 Рік тому +1

    Well done. 52 here & after 18mths (11mths with elbow troubles...), finally did my first muscle-up! Keep up the great commitment!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +2

      That’s cool.. there seems to be more and more people in their 50’s doing muscle-ups.. love it.

  • @olivier-oe2bg
    @olivier-oe2bg Рік тому +1

    Juste enjoy the pride you feel. Nobody knows more than you how much you deserve it.

  • @Edimilson.
    @Edimilson. Рік тому +2

    "Wow, what an amazing, inspiring video! You've done an excellent job. Thank you for sharing it with us. I'm now a subscriber to your channel. Thanks again for everything!

  • @JackClancy296
    @JackClancy296 4 роки тому +2

    Respect! Awesome to see the whole journey, not just the results. Well done!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Jack. I agree, I wanted to show the full story and not just the highlights. 😀

  • @yourgoalsfitness2285
    @yourgoalsfitness2285 Рік тому +1

    Way to stick with it! You've motivated me. I have done ONE single muscle up in my life but that was 15yr ago. I'm 52 now and it's time to train again. Thank you!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +2

      Excellent, yes even in our 50’s we can do this. Let’s set an example to the younger guys. You are very welcome pleased this has motivated you.

  • @Losabuelosdelacalistenia
    @Losabuelosdelacalistenia 4 роки тому +1

    The long and stony road that has led you to success ...Congratulations!!💪💪Excellent video!!!🙋‍♂️

  • @SenseiEli
    @SenseiEli 4 роки тому +2

    Great work. I will try myself to do it.

  • @julescalisthenics74
    @julescalisthenics74 3 роки тому +1

    Looks at the camera "Oh Yes" 🤣 This was fantastic and inspiring, thank you!

  • @oliviafitlawson
    @oliviafitlawson 4 роки тому +1

    Another great video. Fantastic work

  • @paxonearth
    @paxonearth Рік тому +1

    Love it! I'm 58. Ten years ago I could knock out four or five. I'm doubting I could do a single MU right now. Gotta get back at it. Thanks for the motivation.

  • @The925Athlete
    @The925Athlete 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing!!
    You’re an inspiration!

  • @maxrose8845
    @maxrose8845 10 місяців тому +2

    Working on muscle ups and just came across this. Good work man, this was super inspiring

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  10 місяців тому +1

      I’m so pleased it helps. Check out the video I made a month ago on doing muscle ups with resistance bands. It’s had 900k views in a month, so I think it’s been well received! You’ll find it really helpful.

  • @Hillrunner50
    @Hillrunner50 Рік тому +1

    Very cool to see this from a fellow 55. I did my first a year ago at age 54. I had the strength but it was just about getting the form right. Still working on improving the form, but they've gotten a lot easier!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому

      That’s a very similar story. So much of it is the technique. Like you, still working to improve that.

  • @kylebodybuilding3579
    @kylebodybuilding3579 4 роки тому +1

    Ive subed to your channel

  • @MatoazzarTV
    @MatoazzarTV 7 місяців тому +2

    Congratulations! I really am! I had this goal a few years ago, maybe 3 or 4 years, and I'll have you know that it took me almost 1 year to get the damn movement haha! I know the effect of that reward for hard work and persistence. I was like a madman the first time I went over that bar without bands. Unbelievable!

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  7 місяців тому +2

      I am laughing.. yes I understand the madman feeling. The first time is the best ! Life changing..

  • @pentsmethodology
    @pentsmethodology Місяць тому

    Raw, unfiltered, authentic. Great video and awesome work, man!

  • @Th3Tripl3Godd3ss
    @Th3Tripl3Godd3ss 4 роки тому +1

    Yay!! You did it! Wonderful job 🥳💪🏽

  • @FreestyleDarius
    @FreestyleDarius 7 місяців тому +1

    at 33 years old i was starting to feel old and past my peak, but watching this was quite inspirational. thank you

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  7 місяців тому +1

      I can relate to that, at 40, I thought I was done. At 50, I started to fight back. I’m stronger now, and in bette4 shape than ever before.

  • @Lob4N
    @Lob4N Рік тому +1

    I saw so many tutorials on how to do a Muscle Up but this seems to be the best ! I will give it another try :-)

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому

      Awesome! Thank you! My video was just me, documenting my muscle-up journey. All very real, pleased you liked it so much.

  • @유부남들의희망아빠곰
    @유부남들의희망아빠곰 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome it, I'll learn many thing from you. Thanks for your movie

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 роки тому +2

      You are welcome my friend. I’m pleased you enjoy my videos.

  • @Du7499
    @Du7499 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video. Keep it up, and remember, we're just getting started! 💪

  • @MrCharleswr
    @MrCharleswr Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your journey. Congratulations on reaching your goal.

  • @JUCA_LEJA
    @JUCA_LEJA 2 місяці тому +1

    Your experience is inspiring for many of us. Tons of faith and persistence are the key. Thanks for sharing your calisthenic wisdom. Congratulations! Subscribed.

  • @taongbahay7398
    @taongbahay7398 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing this. You are a true inspiration. Have a wonderful day ahead

  • @ivan4486
    @ivan4486 Рік тому +2

    Wow! That's so inspiring! Thank you. I'm 47 and working towards my first muscle-up too.

  • @chosenone599
    @chosenone599 8 місяців тому +1

    Well done mate.
    I’m 48 and regularly do muscle ups as part of my workout. I’ve been doing them for about 4 years.

  • @Sdrawkcab_mi
    @Sdrawkcab_mi 3 місяці тому +1

    Im 45 and have recently given up smoking after 25 yrs. I used to be so fit and would do muscle ups when i got home after the gym...
    Now im starting from scratch. Im overweight and unfit. I cant do a single pull up. Its going to be a long journey to get fit again but this video is inspiring. Good job 👏

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  3 місяці тому +2

      Thats so good to hear. I made that video 4 years ago, and I’ve improved massively since then. Check out a recent video. Just to inspire you a little further. Good luck with this fight back!

  • @gyangjlee9631
    @gyangjlee9631 3 роки тому +1

    You are amazing.

  • @janmartens3313
    @janmartens3313 Рік тому +1

    Hi Anthony I am on the same path . I am training for 11 months for the MU . I am stuck for the second time. So your progress is amazing....

    • @funwithcalisthenics
      @funwithcalisthenics  Рік тому +1

      I guess we all take different amounts of time to crack this. But anyway, training pull-ups are so good for you, even if you don’t get the MU. So what have you got to lose. Good luck bro.

  • @VClaudioGreco
    @VClaudioGreco Рік тому +1

    Great, man. I am 63 and aiming also at making my first muscle up...!

  • @jusruben911
    @jusruben911 Рік тому +1

    Gonna have to back up on the Tennis, and get back to the Calisthenics! GOOD JOB, SIR! Keep playing!