Resistance bands are probably the most affordable, portable and adjustable piece of exercise equipment available. Throw one in your suitcase when you travel, take it with you on a walk or run to mix in some strength interval training, this dynamo exercise tool is so easy to use.
These 13 exercises work multiple muscle groups, and use the resistance of the band to target tone all your trouble spots. You don’t need a lot of space (or time) to complete this workout.
For a complete workout, pick a combo of five (or more if you have time) different moves, performing each set of recommended reps and then move onto the next exercise to create your circuit. Do each full circuit three to get in your total body strength training for the day. Do this circuit workout three to four days a week and for the rest of your workout days, do 30 to 45 minutes of cardio activity (in or out of the gym). The whole workout will only take you about 20 minutes.You should be able to feel and see results in as little as two weeks.
1. Squat to Rotating Overhead Press
How to do it: Stand on band, feet hip width apart, with it looped under feet, holding ends in either hands. Squat down and as you stand press right arm overhead while turning torso to the left. Repeat and reverse to the left. That’s one rep. Do 10 reps.
What it tones: Legs, Core, and Shoulders
2. Staggered Stance Chest Fly
How to do it: Stand with the band around your left foot, and then step your right foot out in front of you (as if you were standing both feet on a balance beam). Hold the ends of the band in each hand, with arms open out to sides at shoulder level. Keeping elbows soft but not be...
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