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Resistance bands are the most underrated accessory when it comes to utilising it in a work-out but it is the most effective and one of the most versatile fitness gear that one can use.
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Amidst this pandemic, when all the local gyms and fitness studios are closed, exercise equipment has become the next essential to be selling out like hot cakes. The gym goers can be at no pause to their fitness routine.
There is no end to the list of options available for the fitness enthusiasts to keep them going. But the two main variables that play a major role for the fitness freaks to make a decision. First, everything comes with a price! Now that’s something really very true. And second, the space available to work-out with the comfort of being at home.
In this article you will get to know about an accessory that will provide you with the best possible way to tackle such a situation, which will be pocket friendly in both ways, price and size.
Resistance bands are the most underrated accessory when it comes to utilising it in a work-out but it is the most effective and one of the most versatile fitness gear that one can use.
Resistance Band adds up the resistance to any bodyweight exercises, especially upper body workouts like bicep curls or lateral raises, and lower body/glute moves like squats, glute bridges, etc. They're also a great rehab tool for people coming back from an injury and are focusing on rebuilding strength. It is also effective accessory to enhance cardio training by including it to jump squat, lateral lunges and for boxing moves like jabs and crosses as a way to add weight to those already-dynamic movements.
1. Easy to handle
2. Versatile
3. Pocket friendly
4. Storage space
5. Safe for kids
Just like dumbbells, resistance bands provide a level of resistance to help our muscles tear and become stronger. However, unlike dumbbells, resistance bands maintain constant tension on the muscles throughout the entire movement of an exercise, and therefore generate greater muscle growth.
Resistance Bands cater to all fitness levels, Therefore whether or not you are a beginner, these bands can be beneficial to your goals because they come in different intensities, starting from 5 kg up to60 kg. To know the correct use of each of the bands, let us have a look at the picture below;
Each resistance band has its own specific colour. This makes it easier for the user to pick the correct one, in case they are getting it for their friend/family.
I will introduce myself as a beginner to this world of fitness. Initially I used to practise bodyweight exercises, within 6 months I got used to that and that was the moment when my trainer suggested I should go for weights. Me, being a female, freaked out with the idea of lifting weights. I had a misconception that if I am lifting weights my body will get bulky. That was the moment when my trainer introduced me to resistance bands. Going by the looks made me quite skeptical to use it, but with proper guidance by my trainer I discovered a complete new phase of training my body without using extra-weights. I started with 5 kg for my upper body and 15 kg for my lower body and today after a year I am able to do 15 kg for upper body and 35 kg for my lower body.
Due to the pandemic, now that I am not continuing with my Gym, I have brought these bands for myself to keep practising at home. To my surprise, mypurchase was done within a budget of Rs. 1500/- (15kg @ 499/- and 35kg @999/-).
Here’s the best part about resistance bands; they absolutely don’t need any extra maintenance to be done. As the product is made up of rubber, over the months of regular usage the rubber will disclose its nature. However, it cannot be denied that any product needs to be maintained. Which is why, I have jotted down few points to prevent any early damage:
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The use of resistance bands in exercise has increased dramatically over the years and can be found in fitness facilities across the world. They are effective, inexpensive, and easy to use. Resistance bands do pose hazards, as all fitness equipment does, when not treated and used properly but still it stands above many other fitness equipment.
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