When you’re first starting out, the door anchor you get with your resistance bands set is a bit of a mystery. Some of the first exercises you take on using the door anchor can practically be learned intuitively. However, when you dig deeper into all the exercise options it unlocks, it becomes clear that you… Read More »
When you start looking for new resistance bands, the sheer number of brands and sets out there can be overwhelming. Many go in expecting to see familiar brands. Instead, they come across sets from names like Polygon, WSAKOUE, and LEEKEY. The size of sets ranges from bare-bones three-band kits to extensive 16-band sets aimed at… Read More »
Not only is variety the spice of life, but it is also essential for achieving success in your workouts. Incorporating more resistance band exercises into your workout will continuously keep your muscles guessing and your body changing. Further, if you’re looking for strength gains, exercise variation will get you there faster. A study published in… Read More »
Women all too often neglect building muscle in their arms. They’ve no doubt seen female bodybuilders with muscular arms that look too manly for their taste. However, if you want to keep your arms toned, shave off the excess fat, and keep them slender, arm day is a must. For women who are the most… Read More »
Research indicates that over 70% of seniors aged 60 and above don’t exercise at all. Yet the American Heart Association, as well as the American College of Sports Medicine, recommend that adults 65 years and older do a minimum of 150 minutes of physical activity each week. These should include resistance exercises at least twice… Read More »
Want to look your best at the beach this summer? Enjoy one of the advantages of resistance bands and get outside for your next workout. If you feel a magnetic attraction to the outdoors when you want to break a sweat, you’re not alone. A survey by RunRepeat found that 72 percent of gym goers… Read More »
Once the new year hits people scramble to get gym memberships and equipment to work off the holiday pounds. The reality is most need a lot more than that to reach their fitness goals. Did you know that only 9% of Americans complete their New Year’s resolutions? By the end of the first week, 23%… Read More »
Humans are meant to move but advancements in how we work have tied us to our desks and mobile devices. More and more, we associate productivity with taking action on a laptop or speaking in the boardroom while seated. In an office environment, we’ve divorced ourselves from physical work and free movement. Perhaps this is… Read More »
Resistance bands have an unassuming look compared to the die-cast metal of dumbbells and hefty exercise machines we’re used to seeing in gyms. It’s common for people to wonder if a thin latex band or rubber tube can offer a serious workout. Especially when its use is synonymous with yoga, Pilates, rehabilitation, workouts for beginners,… Read More »
So, you’ve decided resistance bands should be a part of your workout routine but are wondering where to start. As a beginner, a major factor to consider is if you want to go with flat or tube resistance bands. Flat Bands or Tubes? Bands with light resistance ratings suitable for novices are available in any… Read More »