With schedules busier than ever, it may seem impossible to hit the gym or work out on a regular basis. That’s where the best resistance bands serve as valuable fitness tools. These lightweight items, ...

Let’s face it: It’s a whole lot easier to pick up a resistance band than it is to lug a set of dumbbells or kettlebells back to your bench. These exercise tools are incredibly lightweight—part of what ...

When I work with clients who are new to strength training, travel a lot, or don't have time to go to the gym, I love to recommend resistance bands. They are an easy, accessible workout tool that you ...

Resistance bands are often treated as a travel substitute when you can’t get to the gym. But evidence suggests they deserve a permanent place in your training. A 2019 analysis of eight studies found ...

A home gym—especially for targeted strength training—sounds perfect right now? Then take the first step and set one up! You don’t need large or expensive equipment. Our recommendation: train with ...

For many newcomers, working out can be an intimidating activity. The weights can be heavy, there’s a number of movements to know and if you misjudge how much weight you can move, you can easily ...

If you’re willing to be creative, a set of elastic bands can be as effective as a gym full of weights. By Jenny Marder Not long ago, I impulsively bought a set of mini exercise bands — thick rubber ...

Active Aging is weekly series that provides wellness tips and creative living ideas for the active aging lifestyle. Strength training is an integral part of staying healthy at any age, but especially ...

If you were to debate the relative merits of resistance bands and free weights, surely it's a no-brainer, right? When guys like Jason Momoa and John Cena are going big in the gym, we don't see them ...

Athletic goals aren’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are resistance bands. Resistance bands may look like nothing more than a few feet of latex or rubber. In actuality, they’re sophisticated pieces of ...

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! When I work with clients who are new to strength training, ...