Using resistance bands for a more effective workout

Exercise resistance bands are an effective way to add resistance training to your workout. Resistance workouts are fairly easy to learn, but there a few mistakes that people commonly make when they use these bands. These mistakes are associated with the speed of movement, not completing the exercise or going through the complete range of motion or maybe you are not using the right tension for each exercise.

Pace of the workout:

During the exercise, a slow paced movement is ideal because there is tension on the band during an eccentric and concentric portion of the exercise. Slow movement during both the phases is recommended. Generally speaking, your movement should be very suave and controlled when you stretch and then go back to the original position of the exercise. If you are doing bicep curls, then experts suggest that you count to 4 during both the lift and the release. You can vary this by either counting to 2 on each phase or count to 2 on the lift and 4 on the release.

Although there are some exercise routines that require fast and explosive movement, this kind of exercise should be done with slow and smooth movements.

Not going through the entire range of motions for the exercise:

The second mistake people make is failing to go through the entire range of motions when using exercise resistance bands. The tension on the band increases as you start to extend and you feel more fatigue. Many people let go and do not experience the pull on their muscles which is wrong. You have to concentrate on that extension throughout the exercise. You can research online on effective exercise techniques so your motion is correct throughout the workout and the results will be just as amazing.

Selecting the correct band type for beginners:

People who are new to this mode of exercise do not know which type of band they need to purchase. If your goal is to tighten your muscles and tone your body, then choose a band that lets you do 12-20 repetitions of the exercise. If this repetition count is too high for you then switch to a lighter band and complete your training. If your goal is to build muscle, then you need to choose a band that lets you do 8-10 repetitions before fatigue. To increase the tension of the workout, you can loop the band around your wrists for a heavier workout.

If you are standing on the band, as in bicep curls, then widen your legs so that it stretches more and puts more strain on your body. If you like a challenge, then use two bands to make the exercise much harder. Using resistant bands for exercise can be both a challenging and effective workout. It is ideal for both weight loss and muscle building. All you have to do is concentrate on your form and the speed and range of your movement, and you will get the best results in minimal time. As time passes, you will know which type of band to use for which exercise as you gain experience in training your body.