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We absolutely loveresistance bands.
Theyre so convenient to throw in your gym bag and let youtake your workouts anywhere.
Plus, theyll help you target every muscle groupbig and smallto leave you feeling toned all over.
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Resistance bands are the perfect tool to add some extra intensity, too.
The greater the resistance, the more energy youll burn.
Today, were sharing some of our favoritearm exercisesthat use a resistance band.
From your triceps and biceps to your shoulders and entire core, get ready to feel the burn.
For the best results, complete three rounds of each move, and do 15 reps each.
They let us in on all their wellness secrets, with a few tips and tricks along the way.
Ready to get started?
The Tone It Up girls show us 10 easy at-home resistance-band exercises to achieve sculpted arms.
Resistance bands come in varying resistances or tension levels, allowing you to challenge yourself as your strength improves.
Look for bands with handles to make them easier to hold while performing the exercise.
Keep good form in mind (standing in front of a mirror helps!
), and stop if you feel any pain.
Band Bicep Curl
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This move primarily targets your biceps, with some forearm activation.
Brace your core throughout.
Band Triceps Kickback
This move primarily sculpts your triceps, with some core activation.
Band Forward Raise
This move will strengthen your shoulders, particularly the front deltoids.
Keep a slight bend in your elbows at all times.
This movement also works your neck and upper traps.
Band Upright Row
This movement will strengthen your shoulders, especially your front deltoids.
You will also work your abs, upper back, and lower traps.
Band Shoulder Press
This double-duty move works all the muscles of your shoulders and your core.
Be sure to brace your core throughout and bring the bands down slowly, with control.
confirm to brace your core and keep a soft bend in your knees.
Youll also fire up your core muscles as you brace to keep yourself steady.
Remember to move slowly and with control, never letting the band snap back down.
Victoria State Government Better Health Channel.Resistance training health benefits.
Updated August, 2018.
Cleveland Clinic.Should You Try Resistance Bands for Strength Training?October, 2019.
