Exercise bands look like giant rubber bands and is used in resistance training for building up strength. Instead of pumping the iron with heavy weights, exercise bands use the resistance to build the muscles by reacting by getting stronger.
Exercise bands come in all shapes, colors, and sizes from thin to thick in purple, pink, black, and blue. While on vacation, the bands are one of the easiest forms of equipment which can be packed and stored in a suitcase so you can continue your workout even while getting a few days of sun worshipping in.
Exercise bands can be used by themselves or with accessories. Some systems come with a piece which can be connected to a door and used similar to a nautilus machine. From lateral pull downs to inner thigh lifts, all the main parts of the body can be exercised from directly using exercise bands. Row your way to fitness or do a chess press; either way, the resistance bands will build and tone the all the muscles. The ring can be used for floor exercises and has a diameter of 8 inches. The ring targets the butt, legs, and hips, and helps keep the form while working out these areas.
Each color band means a higher level of resistance. Many times people will use the bands in conjunction with other activities like yoga, ball exercises, fit tubes, or alone.
Before using any exercise bands, always check with a doctor as to not worsen your ailments. Back problems should be consulted with a professional as resistance sometimes can worsen the pains in the back.
The bands usually last six months to a few years depending on the proper care and amount of use a person does. Resistance training can be done alone or with a partner. There are many classes offered in the gyms which focus precisely on resistance training exercises as well as personal trainers who will develop a program for you to work with at home when you cannot get to the gym.
Resistance training has gotten popular due to the fact that building muscles help with keeping your metabolism raised. This means when you are at a resting heart beat, your metabolism continues to burn off fat and give your body energy.