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Recommendations for Resistance Bands

Mindy D — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 06:58:07 GMT

I want to purchase some resistance bands I can use while sitting down and standing, and that also work when I am in the pool. I am not in shape, so I don't want too much resistance. I don't want a big set. There are so many on the market that I don't know what to choose. If you have a brand, model and store where I can pick them up, Walmart, Target or other place, could you please help me out. Thanks.

Re: Recommendations for Resistance Bands

fitnessfreak — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 10:48:22 GMT

Believe it or not--I use BUNGEE CORDS! They come in various lengths. I look for the ones w/the black hooks..they are strongest w.the most tension.

I hook my thumb, or finger, whichever works for you..then do a variety of exercises--such as holding it across my chest and pulling each end and holding for a few seconds. This works pec/bust muscles.

Or I use it for biceps curls..any way u can use a rubber type band!

Re: Recommendations for Resistance Bands

sidsmom — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 12:47:17 GMT

I checked with Walmart...they carry SPRI. Nice brand...$12, soft handle & it'll last forever...though any elastic band will have a shortened life if used in a chlorinated pool. Here's a snapshot I saw on Walmart:

Re: Recommendations for Resistance Bands

lolakimono — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 14:27:13 GMT

I have ones like these:

You can get them on Amazon.

Total body fitness combining cardio, strengthening, and stretching

Adjustable comfort-grip handles

Contains natural rubber latex

Kit includes: Resistance Cord, Workout Guide, Workout DVD

Available in Light, Medium and Heavy

You might want to get something comprehensive, like this one:

What's in the box?

This set includes:

Cushioned foam handles

Door anchor

Carrying bag

Ankle strap

Starter guide

Five bands of varying resistance:

Yellow = 2-to-4 pounds

Blue = 4-to-6 pounds

Green = 10-to-12 pounds

Black = 15-to-20 pounds

Red = 25-to-30 pounds

Benefits of Working with Resistance Bands

In addition to being bulky and immobile, free weights are often limited in the number of exercises you can perform. Resistance bands, on the other hand, offer a surprisingly varied number of training exercises by simply changing your bodily position in order to change the tension on your muscles. Bands take up little space, are mobile, and easy to use on any fitness level.

Warranty

This Black Mountain Products item includes a limited 90-day manufacturer's warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

About Black Mountain Products

Black Mountain Products manufactures and distributes high-quality home exercise equipment, with a complete line of resistance bands and doorway chin-up bars designed to deliver results in the comfort and convenience of your home, particularly when paired with home exercise programs such as P90X.

Product Description

Black Mountain Products (B.M.P.) resistance bands are made from the highest quality rubber to ensure maximum life. This set of resistance bands includes five stackable resistance bands, two handles, door anchor, carrying bag, and exercise manual. This set of exercise bands optimizes the advantage of using any single or multiple (1-5) bands at once to achieve multiple levels of resistance. B.M.P.'s stackable set of exercise bands allow for a much wider range of resistance, (4lbs to 75lbs) than traditional resistance bands sets. Any combination of bands may be used at one time, without the hassles of having multiple handles on each band. This increase in range and ease of use makes this set perfect for anyone from beginners and experts. Stackable bands allow you to achieve the highest levels of resistance possible.