Resistance Bands
Upgrade your studio workout and browse the range of resistance bands at GymEquipment.co.uk today. A resistance band, also called a tube or exercise band, is essentially a lightweight yet durable flexible tube that stretches like a rubber band. They were first used by physical therapists but now are used widely by people for strength training. Not only is it probably the cheapest piece of equipment available to help you tone your muscles, but it also allows you to add variety to your workouts so your body doesn’t get complacent. Add an extra challenge to your home workout routine and browse the full collection of resistance bands below.
Using resistance bands
One of the best things about using a resistant band is that it puts your coordination and balance to the test, meaning you can work out a wide range of muscle groups. You can also use them to target smaller muscle groups that can be hard to reach with conventional free weights such as dumbbells and barbells. You can create resistance in all directions and many of the designs come in different tension levels so you can increase the difficulty as you develop.
You can also combine using a resistance band set with more conventional exercises, such as push ups and squats, plus they can be used alongside other fitness equipment like exercise balls and steps. And as they’re so small, you can easily pack them up and take them with you wherever you go!
Types of resistance bands
Resistance bands are colour-coded by their degree of difficulty. The more stretchable the band the lighter the resistance, so the easier it is. Conversely, the harder the band is to stretch, the more resistance it will give you. It is also often the case with different bands that the thicker the band the more resistance there will be. They also come in different lengths, with long resistance bands being ideal for full-body workouts and shorter ones being best for targeting certain muscle groups.
It is also worth noting that you can buy latex-free varieties for those with latex allergies.
What body parts can you work out with resistance bands?
Every part of your body can be worked out with these handy fitness tools. You can use resistance bands for the legs, lower back, upper back, abs, chest, shoulders, and more.
How do bands differ from free weights?
Unlike free weights, gym resistance bands provide you with constant tension on the muscle, something you won’t achieve with the average weight. It provides a different challenge for the muscle, forcing it to adapt. It is this need to adapt that is so good for muscles, if you just do the same strength work over and over, your muscles and body will get complacent.
If you like what you see in this collection of resistance bands, why not browse our even wider range of gym studio essentials? Here you’ll find a great choice of yoga mats, foam rollers, gym mats, body pump weight sets, and more.
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