Many physiologists over the years have put their hat in the ring to recommend which band workouts are the best for oblique exercises. Bill Beaner, PT and exercise physiologist, suggests that multiple thinner tubing permits a better range of elasticity and a greater ability to add resistance incrementally; than a single heavier tube. Instead of progressing to heavier tubing when you want to increase intensity; Beaner recommends two pieces of medium tubing. Two pieces of lighter weight tubing may provide greater resistance yet still permit a full range of motion. A heavier tube may not allow full range of motion and may cause too much stress at certain joint positions.
Ultimately, bands can’t provide as much resistance as free weights or machines. However, the resistance may be sufficient for your purposes, depending on your level of strength and training constraints. For home or on the road workouts, bands are practial, convenient, and easy to use.
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