Three Exercises Using Rubber Bands

Resistance bands are a great addition to any strength training routine or rehabilitation program. All that is required is an exercise band, so the exercises can be done almost anywhere – at home, at work, at the park, or at the gym.

    Leg Extension
Lie on your back with one leg extended on the floor and the other bent in the air. Secure the band around the middle of your foot in the air, holding onto both ends with your hands above your belly button. Slowly fully extend your leg, and then bend it back to the original position, keeping your hands in the same place. Repeat for 8-12 reps and then switch legs. 
   

Standing Bicep Curl
Stand with your right foot on top of the end of the band, positioned slightly in front of your left foot. Hold the other end of the band in your right hand by your side, with your wrist facing upwards. Pull your arm towards your shoulder, bending at the elbow until you get a good bicep contraction. Slowly lower your arm back down. Repeat for 8-12 reps and then switch sides.

    Triceps Extension
Hold the band behind your back, with one hand behind your head and the other hand at your lower back. Keeping your lower hand in the same position, extend your other arm fully above your head. Slowly lower it back to your head. Repeat for 8-12 reps and then switch arms. 

 

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Three Exercises Using Rubber Bands

Resistance bands are a great addition to any strength training routine or rehabilitation program. Try these three easy workouts!