Resistance Bands

Resistance bands are basically these super versatile workout tools - they're like portable weights but in band form. They're these stretchy bands that come in different resistances (usually colour-coded from light to super heavy), and you can use them for pretty much any kind of workout.

The cool thing about resistance bands is how adaptable they are. You can use them for strength training, stretching, physical therapy, or even to make regular exercises harder. You can wrap them around your legs for squats to really feel the burn, or use them for arm workouts if you're not into dumbbells.

What Do Resistance Bands Do?

For strength training:

• They create constant tension in your muscles

• Make basic exercises harder (like putting one around your knees during squats)

• Great for targeting smaller muscles that are hard to hit with regular weights

• Help with pull-ups and chin-ups if you're still working up to doing them

For flexibility and mobility:

• They can help you get deeper into stretches

• Good for warming up before workouts

• Help improve your range of motion

They're also amazing for:

• Rehabilitation after injuries (lots of physical therapists use them)

• Working muscles from different angles that weights can't really hit

• Adding resistance to bodyweight exercises like push-ups

• Building muscle without the impact of heavyweights

• Improving posture and core strength

How to Choose a Resistance Band?

For Beginners, it's best to look for light to medium resistance bands. Get a set with 2-3 different resistance levels to switch between exercises. Look for bands that are at least 2 inches wide for better durability. Choose longer bands (around 4-5 feet) for more versatility in exercises

If you regularly use resistance bands, check the weight ratings. Read the reviews for durability—you want latex or natural rubber bands, not cheap plastic. Look for bands with clear resistance indicators (usually colour-coded).

What Different Colors Usually Mean

Yellow/Green: Light (4.5-7 kg) - Good for beginners, upper body

Red: Medium (7-9 kg) - Great for most exercises

Blue: Heavy (9-14 kg) - Better for lower body

Black: Extra Heavy (14-18 kg) - For experienced users

Purple/Gold: Super Heavy (18+ kg) - Advanced users

Just remember that these are approximate ranges and can vary slightly between different brands. Most brands will list their specific resistance ranges. When the band is stretched, the resistance increases gradually, so a 7 kg band will feel lighter at the start of a movement and heavier when fully stretched.

What to Consider Before You Buy

• Your fitness goals (rehab, strength training, flexibility)

• Type of exercises you plan to do

• Whether you want loop bands or bands with handles

• Your current strength level

• Quality of the material (natural latex usually lasts longer)

• Whether it comes with a carrying bag or storage solution

Pro tip: Better to start lighter than too heavy - you can always combine bands to increase resistance as you get stronger!

Once you have taken all of this into consideration, you can go through our range to find the perfect resistance band for yourself. In addition to these bands, we offer a wide range of fitness equipment for your home gym or a professional gym. You can also find different strength training equipment such ab rollers & machines, battle ropes and more.