As good for Pilates and stretching as they are for strength moves, resistance bands offer the ultimate in workout flexibility ...

Dumbbells, weight machines and barbells are all great pieces of kit to help you build strength in your upper body, but they’re not essential. In fact, a study has shown you can achieve similar results ...

Start by standing with your feet hip-width apart, a resistance band anchored under your feet and held at shoulder height.

Psst, you don't need heavy weights to have an effective workout--you just need a band. Resistance bands are portable, inexpensive, versatile, and most importantly, functional. A 2021 study published ...

We’ve all been there. It’s day 12 of a new health routine that seemed totally doable at the beginning, but now, it seems as appealing as a trip to the DMV. Maintaining the motivation you need to ...

Unlock next-level strength by adding accommodating resistance to your training. Bands and chains build explosive power by matching resistance to your force output. Start using this proven method to ...

“Resistance bands work so well because they’re easy to carry and store in small spaces, so they’re perfect for apartment ...

Tighten sagging arms after 50 with standing exercises that sculpt your biceps, triceps, and shoulders without heavy dumbbells ...

Build real-world upper-body strength after 60 with four standing exercises that target your shoulders, back, chest, and core.

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. If the words “wearable resistance” conjure images of ankle weights from early ‘90s home workouts, you’re not wrong, but ...