Resistance bands
A resistance band is a versatile workout tool. It can be used to perform all types of exercises (upper and lower body), it’s perfect for strength training and for doing cardio workouts. Bands come in a vast array of sizes and few different types. The materials could differ and so will the resistance that these deliver.
BENEFITS
Simple, effective, affordable
Compact and lightweight
Multi functional (replace the gym thus perfect when traveling)
Different color represent different resistance of the band. Since there is no unified system, you need to check the resistance brand wise.
Number on picture
Type
Description
1
Resistance tube
rubber tube with fixed handles on each side
2
Flat band
super flat rubber in rectangle shape
3
Loop band small
rubber - latex closed loop (small version)
4
Loop band big
rubber - latex closed loop (big version)
TUTORIAL
Pick up your band
Chose exercise and perform it
Adjust the resistance if needed
EXAMPLE
RESOURCES
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5140827 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3588619/ https://www.hometraininghero.com/what-is-resistance-band-training-the-science/
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