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At SELF, were firm believers that you might never have too manyresistance-band workoutoptions.
Katie Thompson
The versatile training tool is inexpensive, easy to use, and easy to travel with.
you’re free to use them to strengthen yourarms,abs, andentire body.
But using resistance bands for lower-body workoutsspecifically, to target the glutesis my personal favorite way to use them.
Many people struggle with contracting their glute muscles specifically.
That can potentially lead you to overuse certain muscles, resulting in pains and strains.
Everyone from beginner exercisers to high-performing athletes can benefit from the exercises below, adds Kite.
ModelGrace Pulliamis an aerial yoga and Vinyasa yoga teacher in New York City.
Bend your knees and push your hips back as you lower into a squat.
Keep your core engaged, chest lifted, and back flat.
Push through your heels to stand back up to the starting position.
Squeeze your butt at the top.
If you dont have a ton of space, take fewer steps in either direction.
Then take a step slightly backward and to your right with your right foot, following with your left.
If you dont have a ton of space, take fewer steps in either direction.
Engage your core so your low back presses against the floor.
Lower your hips to the floor to return to the starting position.
Bend your knees to 90 degrees and wrap the band around your thighs just above your knees.
Try not to lean forward or tip back.
