Just one band can provide all the equipment you need for afull-body workout.
Bands are just so convenient, ACE-certified personal trainerSivan Fagan, owner of Strong With Sivan, tells SELF.
There are otherbenefits of resistance bands, too, in addition to their convenience and portability.
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Bands challenge your muscles through something calledprogressive resistance,says Fagan.
Basically, the farther you pull the band, the more difficult the move will be.
With resistance bands, you keep constant tension on your muscle throughout the move.
(With large loop bands, the thicker the band, the heavier the resistance generally is.)
Large loop bands are also great tools to help work your upperandyour lower body.
Ready for a total-body workout you could do anywhere?
Read on for everything it’s crucial that you start this resistance band workout.
Either looped bands or bands with handles will work.
Single-Leg Deadlift
Thesingle-leg deadliftis a hip-hinge movement that really works your hamstrings and glutes.
Squat Thruster
The squat thruster is a squat variation that also incorporates an overhead pressing movement.
This means youre working your shoulders andtriceps, as well as your quads and glutes.
