Over 40 Bodybuilding Style Dumbbell Shoulder Workout (BOULDER SHOULDERS!)

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It is time to get some bigger shoulders, and we are going to do that with an old school style bodybuilding dumbbell workout for you guys over 40. Bodybuilders back with the Arnold times, were known for their big round shoulders. They probably only worked shoulders once a week, but they would put a lot of volume into that workout to get a huge pump and gains for the shoulders. They would need a full week of recovery because of the volume in the workout. The exercises in this workout are designed to help you build bigger and more full shoulders.

Exercise #1: DUMBBELL OVERHEAD PRESS. You can do this seated or standing, if you have a healthy lower back and good core strength then you can do this standing. Use a semi-neutral grip, which is easier on your shoulder joints. Push the dumbbells straight up in the air, and control the weight on the way down. Really focus on driving the dumbbells up in the air.

Exercise #2: DUMBBELL SIDE LATERAL RAISE. You don’t want the dumbbells going up to the ceiling, you want the focus to be going away from your body. Keep your core tight, bring the dumbbells out wide, not going any higher than shoulder height.

Exercise #3: DUMBBELL UPRIGHT ROW. Focus on starting the movement by bringing your elbows out then a slight movement up. Your elbows should not go higher than your shoulders, it is a small range of motion for this movement.

Exercise #4: DUMBBELL BENT LATERAL RAISE. Similar to the side lateral raise, except you are going to lean forward before starting the movement. This is going to help put more focus on the posterior delts/rear delts. Drive out and up with your elbows in this movement, and squeeze at the top. Do this slowly and under control for the whole exercise.

Exercise #5: DUMBBELL SHRUGS. Hold for 3 seconds at the top of the movement, you do not want it to be a bouncing movement. Shrug as high as you can, hold for 3 seconds then control the dumbbells on the way down.

Alright guys, that wraps up this video tutorial with an over 40 bodybuilding style dumbbell shoulder workout. Give this workout a try to build bigger shoulders. Subscribe to our channel for more videos on how to build more muscle and get ripped this summer!

[MrSmee-ordu]

Thanks for the video, I'm 48 and just beginning my workout and living healthy, better late than never

[bradwardenbradwarden]

You guys are solid. Solid advice, solid workout and solid lifestyle. I have been following for over 3 years now, keep up the great work.

[mikeb]

Thank you for your dedication and videos that you take your time to explain. I am 64 nd usually work out for a couple of weeks and get distracted with life. Then I get back on that horse again, and again. Thanks to you and your partners I think I may have jumped over my plateau, and I thank you for that. My name is Mike and I am a retired Marine. Someday, I’m hoping to look half as good as you guys!

[ericrobinson]

I like these exercises for the shoulders. The overhead and lateral raises are definitely the best ones.

[benjaminramirez]

Gracias Gary, muy buena explicación y execelente manera de mostrar cada ejercicio. Postura, forma, cadencia y ejecución. Tengo 63 años de edad, con más de 40 años haciendo ejercicio con pesas. Eres el primero que veo explicar con este nivel de excelencia. Simplicidad, claridad, conocimiento y modestia, que solo los auténticos maestros pueden tener. Un saludo desde México.

[peterbennett]

Thanks Gary
At 62 I’m feeling better now than I’ve ever felt. Your attitude and attention to the correct form has made exercises so useful and enjoyable

[JasonMatison]

Great video. Thanks for posting. I am 4 months post shoulder surgery and will follow this program for shoulder health.

[charliemazzeo]

You are by the far the best exponent / teacher for over 50 years of age, you make it easy to follow, so thanks.

[jeromeavila]

Wow! What a great tutorial and demo! Thanks bro! God bless!!!

[jimbrusso]

you do a great job explaining the nuances of proper technique. that's where you have it over other videos I have seen.

[fightshark]

Just joined and want to change my life. Shall be watching and trying to stay determined, thanks for the motivation 🤲🏼💯

[damien]

I'm 28 but I do this video as I've hurt my shoulder in the past and it still is messed up to this day from lifting. But this video with lighter weights is brilliant thankyou

[mtnride]

NICE. I just turned 70 and I follow a lot of what you said already. I know now I am still working out right. THANKS. My first trip to a gym lifting was when I was 13 no machines back then.

[bobfitness]

At 65 years old, I have also been doing weight training, and I have also created a video channel to encourage middle-aged and elderly Chinese to participate in fitness.

[Fearsomesome]

Thank you so much for this... Been apprehensive about lifting my whole life and your instructions and attention to detail have inspired me to keep on track! Thanks again 👍

[nickbeam]

Hey Gary thanks for the good information and videos I like how you always explain things especially doing videos for us men at 40 and over

[Ulghart]

What would be the difference when you do the lateral raise, but just bend the elbow a bit? I noticed that by bending the elbow I feel less stress on my shoulder and can actually use more wight and control the movement better.

[damien]

Best video on YouTube for sure you demonstrate it amazingly with detail and different camera angles for the first time in years I feel like I'm actually nailing the technique properly

[Nick-rrpv]

30.4.2024. After few months of lifting heavy loads for few reps (8-10) today I planned to switch to lighter weight more reps (20+) but slowly. Since it is my shoulder day I will definitelly give this a try. I always have issues properly activating medial shoulder muscile. Front and back is not an issue. Will update in a month to tell you how it goes. BTW I'm 49, will be 50 in June.

[GForceVRX]

Well explained, perfect tutorial, thank you!