Category: Resistance Band

How To Do A Seated Calf Stretch

November 17, 2022

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Sit upright on a bench.
  • Position one leg on the bench with kneecap and toe pointing straight up. The opposite foot rests on the floor.
  • Wrap a stretch strap around the ball of the foot.
  • Draw in the abs and be sure the leg is straight.
  • Pull toes toward the knee until a good stretch is felt in the calf. Hold 20 to 30 seconds.
  • Repeat on the other leg. Maintain upright posture throughout.
  • Avoid slouching, rounding the shoulders, allowing the arch of the foot collapse, or the knee to rotate inward.

MODIFICATIONS

  • If you don’t have a bench, perform the exercise sitting on the floor with the strap wrapped around both feet.
  • For back support, lean your back against the wall.
  • If you don’t have a stretch strap, use a thick elastic band.

How To Do An Elastic Tube Leg Extension

April 9, 2022
The Leg Extension Exercise Strengthens the Quadriceps Muscles
Verbal Instructions Are Included With This Video
INSTRUCTIONS: The video demonstrates using an elastic tube with handles. The quadriceps muscles are located at the front thigh.
If you’re not getting sufficient resistance, use a thicker tube. An elastic resistance band can be used as a subsitute. The tubes and bands are sold on Amazon Health & Fitness and Power Systems. Click the link below to shop these sellers at our Health & Fitness Store.
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Virtual Fitness: How To Do Fitness Band Squats

February 24, 2022
Perform a basic squat With a Fitness Band to Strengthen the outer hips
BENEFITS: Squatting is a bodyweight strength training exercise that works the thighs, legs, and gluteals. Adding a medicine ball will add work to the shoulders.
INSTRUCTIONS: Place the fitness band above your knees. As you descend, press the band outward to work the hips. A thicker band provides more resistance.
VARIATION: To increase the workload, hold a medicine ball in front of you, at shoulder height with elbows straight.

EXERCISE DOs and DONTs – As with all exercise programs, when using exercise videos that appear on this site, you need to use common sense. If your muscles are weak, either do the modifications, or don’t attempt this exercise if it’s too difficult for you. When starting an exercise program, be sure to discuss your plans with your healthcare provider

How To Do An Elastic Band Standing Bicep Curl

February 16, 2022

Portable Elastic Fitness Bands Come In Handy For On-The Go Fitness

INSTRUCTIONS: Stand hip width apart, with back straight. Secure the band by placing it under your sneakers. Grab the band with a supinated grip (palms facing up) and slowly pull the band toward you as shown in the video, and then release it. Maintain spinal stability throughout the exercise. Target muscles are the biceps and core.

The thicker the band, the greater the resistance. Bands provide a lightweight, portable alternative to heavy equipment. Take it on vacation, business travel, or outdoor workouts. To see more resistance band exercises click this link: Downloadable Resistance Band Exercise Guide.

EXERCISE DOs and DONTs – As with all exercise programs, when using exercise videos that appear on this site, you need to use common sense. If your muscles are weak, either do the modifications, or don’t attempt this exercise if it’s too difficult for you. When starting an exercise program, be sure to discuss your plans with your healthcare provider