The third piece of equipment that I recommend are the resistance bands or tubing bands as some people call them. Resistance bands are just stretchy bands with handles and they come in various different resistance levels. The different coloured bands represent more or less resistance. The cost of the bands are significantly lower than a medicine ball and range from about $15 to $30 dollars depending upon the strength of the band. You can also get a combination of light, medium and heavy bands for about $40 dollars.
Here is a great sample workout using the resistance bands:
Chest – Chest press with band under your arms
Back – One Arm Row with 1 foot standing on the band
Triceps – Tricep Extensions with the band wrapped around a bar
Biceps – Bicep Curls
Legs and Upper Body – Lunges with Shoulder Presses with 1 foot forward on the band
Hamstrings – Hamstring curls with 1 foot standing on the band
Abs – Standing Twists with the band tied to a post.
I cannot say enough great things about using resistance bands. It is such a versatile piece of equipment. So the next time you are sitting in front of the TV why don’t you grab your resistance bands and do some lunges or shoulder presses. Every little bit counts.
Have a great workout.
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