Strength Training and Resistance Bands

Strength Training and Resistance Bands

Get on the resistance bandwagon! Resistance bands are easier and more flexible than barbells, dumbbells, or even hand weights. Your weight training routine will benefit from adding at least one strength training exercise that uses a resistance band.

Try doing squats while pulling on the resistance band wrapped around a doorknob (this weight training exercise strenghtens the butt, thighs, back, chest, triceps, and biceps).

Be careful in your resistance band strength training to:

• Secure the band around objects, otherwise the ends can come loose and possibly cause and injury
• Before and during every session of your weight training program, make sure your hands aren't damp, sweaty, or slippery.
• If your're accident prone, look into buying a resistance band with safety features that allows you to attach to a doorjamb, or even a tree, and pull, pull, pull without fear.