Resistance Band Exercises

Damn near every resistance exercise can be modified to be able to use resistance band exercises for a fantastic workout. Resistance training at home is possible without expensive equipment.


I mean seriously, you really do not need to spend big money on the latest fitness equipment you saw on last nights infomercial.

How to Use Resistance Bands

These bands look like tubing with handles. To use a resistance band you simply hold the handles and use them as you would a dumbbell. However, these bands are wonderfully adaptable. Certain muscle groups that may be hard to train with free weights can be trained with these bands.

To increase or decrease the resistance, you would:

  • Stand further away or closer to the fixed point(the spot that you have attached the band to, such as a door hinge)

  • Position your hands closer or farther apart(overhead triceps extension)

  • Use a bigger or smaller "loop" when standing on the band(bent over rows)

You can be creative with the bands and do what you feel will work best for you.

Exercises Using Resistance Bands

The resistance exercises listed here are just a small sampling of the dozens that could be used. These bands are one of the best ways to workout at home. You could incorporate them into a fitness circuit training routine for a full body workout.

If you are using more resistance aim for 8-10 repetitions. Lighter resistance means you should be doing 12-15 repetitions per exercise.

Here are the main resistance band exercises:


tubing squat balance and stability, weight training
1 leg squat with tubing
(Click on image to view this exercise...)


Again, this is just a small sample of resistance band exercises. You can make any good workout routine better using resistance band workouts and it would be a good change of pace to do exactly that to avoid a workout plateau and to help you stay motivated with your fitness goals.




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