It's easy to get into the habit of thinking about workouts in a fairly simple, black-and-white way: Increase the amount of reps performed, or increase the weight lifted, and you'll make gains. This ...

These days resistance band workouts remain under-utilised and overlooked for packing on size and strength. With the right resistance band exercises, however, it's possible to grow every major muscle ...

Looping a band around your thighs while doing side-by-side squats is no walk in the park — yes, I'm speaking from experience. But if there's one way to make your exercises more challenging without ...

If you thought bands were great on their own, wait until you see what they can do alongside a squat rack. Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal ...

But resistance bands make strength training way more accessible. They’re relatively cheap—you can buy a complete set for the price of one lightweight dumbbell. They take up minimal space, which makes ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." IF YOU'RE trying to gain muscle, your first instinct may be to head to the gym and hit the weight rack.

Resistance bands are a great way to get an effective workout anywhere. They’re compact, lightweight, and easy to pack. They are also a cost-effective alternative to traditional weights and machines ...

Resistance bands are some of the most underrated pieces of gym equipment out there and the best part is that you can literally bring them anywhere. I should know. I have my own travel pack of ...

How to: With band around thumbs, stand with feet hid-width apart, arms overhead, hands shoulder-width apart. Pull right elbow down as the left arm stays extended overhead, then extend arm back ...

There’s a reason resistance bands show up in nearly every gym bag, warmup routine, and PT session: They work. The best resistance bands—unassuming loops and tubes that can make bodyweight workouts ...

If you want to work your arms, back, and chest at the gym (or at home!), look no further than this six-exercise upper-body workout that'll get you in, out, and feeling strong in no time. This ...