If sitting for long hours puts strain on your back, why not try to perform these resistance band back exercises that can help you get rid of back pain? Resistance band exercises are a great option for people who want a strong and toned back. They not only help improve your posture but also ease […]
The Positive Effects of Resistance Training on Anxiety and Depression
With anxiety and depression among U.S. adults becoming more and more common—anxiety disorders are the most prevalent psychiatric disorder—those who suffer from these disorders are seeking help with managing and alleviating the burden of their symptoms. Most people are aware of the cognitive symptoms of anxiety, like apprehensive and worrisome thoughts and feelings, trouble concentrating, and irritability (or crushing existential dread in my case), but …
5 Things to Know Before Buying Resistance Bands
When choosing resistance bands, you’ll need to consider a couple of factors if you want to get the right bands for your training style and fitness goals. James Grage, band expert and creator of Undersun Fitness, explains the top five things you need to know when selecting bands. 1. Understand the Resistance Levels When …
5 Ways Resistance Bands Work for You
If you’ve always thought resistance bands had more to do with stretching and rehab than actual training, prepare to have your mind changed. Undersun founder and fitness expert James Grage has been building his impressive physique with bands for years, and he’s here to explain why using bands will not only help your workout, …
Resistance Band Shoulder Workout
Using bands can provide a welcome relief from free weights, but that’s not all; bands can also provide exactly the stimulus your shoulders need to gain size and strength. To test this theory, we brought together two completely different training styles to create one intense shoulder workout. Worlds collide as fitness model David Morin …
4 Ways Resistance Bands Can Transform Your Workout
Looks can be deceiving, particularly when it comes to training with elastic bands. This unassuming piece of equipment doesn’t appear nearly as “hardcore” as a loaded barbell or pair of heavy dumbbells, so it stands to reason that bands are probably great for rehabbing injuries and low-impact workouts for the elderly but lousy at …