Resistance Tubes Give You The Ultimate Workout

Resistance Tubes One Arm Back Row

2010-09-07T07:33:00.000-07:00

Blake Kassel demonstrates the One Arm Back Row using Resistance Tubes. Join us on the daily exercise bands workout show "Chiseled".

Martial Arts Training

2010-09-04T07:02:00.000-07:00

Get the edge to be the last man standing

The Bodylastics super fast resistance training system will help you take your Martial Arts fighting ability to the next level.

Kick Harder! Kick faster! Punch harder! Block faster! These are all benefits which can be realized from using the Bodylastics progressive resistance system.

As a martial artist you are looking to develop tremendous speed and power. To do this you need to perform resistance training. The only problem is that there are not many sources of resistance that will let you train for speed.

Free weights and machines create momentum and therefore can cause injury. Anyone who has tried to simulate punching with a dumbbell knows that it just does not feel right.

There is one type of resistance, however, that
is perfect for Martial Arts training – ELASTICS!

The elastic resistance system that is incorporated into the Bodylastics system will enable you to train as hard and as fast as you want.

Bodylastics is the gold standard in elastic training systems. Our elastic tubes are made with the highest quality latex and are adjustable so that you can easily and quickly change the resistance.

Recently, we raised the bar even further. Now, all Bodylastics customers receive 1 year free access to strengthbanduniversity.com, our amazing online learning center. In addition to online video instruction for over 140 exercises we have created a special workout routine specifically for Martial Arts. It is easy to follow and we should you how and what to do, taking out all of the guess work.

Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed,

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Travel Gym

2010-09-04T05:58:00.000-07:00

The worlds premiere travel gym is made and sold by Bodylastics International Inc.

A Home Gym can enable you train comfortably in the privacy of your own home, however, that same home gym cannot be packed in your suitcase and taken on the road. Home gyms are also limited by the number of exercises you can perform on them, Bodylastics is the Travel Gym that provides you endless variations of quality gym exercises. The top home gyms cannot come close to Bodylastics Travel Gym which starts at only $45.95!

Great things DO come in small packages! It is hard to believe that a travel gym that weighs only 1.5 lbs can be as effective as a home gym system weighing hundreds even thousands of pounds, but it is 100% true.

The Bodylastics home/travel gym uses an incredibly light but smooth source of resistance, elastic tubes. We designed our unique workout machine to harness the resistance properties of elastic tubes with a unique clip system. The clip system enables our travel gym to adjust to all strength levels and recreate the most effective and popular health club exercises.

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Spartan 300 Home Killer Workout

2010-09-04T04:31:00.000-07:00

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Resistance Tubes Have Many Uses

2010-09-04T04:18:00.000-07:00

Just about any exercise that can be performed on a piece of equipment at the gym can be replicated at home using resistance tubes. Exercises that do not require any equipment can be enhanced by using the resistance tubes to add a bit of challenge. Every major muscle group can be worked with resistance tubes, and by using lighter bands to perform simple exercises at a fast pace resistance tubes can even be used for cardio fitness.

For someone wanting to start a fitness program, or someone who simply wants to try something different in their workout, it would be hard to find a better option than resistance tubes. They can be taken just about anywhere, can be used for just about any exercise, and cost far less than any traditional piece of fitness equipment such as weights or treadmills.

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Build Muscle With Resistance Tubes

2010-09-04T04:10:00.000-07:00

You can use resistance tubes the same way you use free weights. The key is to work each muscle group frequently enough so that it grows, yet not too often so you don't over-train and cause injury. More is not better and here is why...

As you work your muscles against resistance, the muscles develop microscopic tears in the muscle tissue. You must rest the muscles enough after each workout so that the muscle fibers can repair completely. when the muscles heal, they create a stronger and larger muscle.

Here is a body building program from a former Mr. America and Mr. Universe. It works each muscle group three times over a two week period. Each day you'll perform one of the three workouts, or get the day off.

Rep Range: 8 to 12
Sets: 3 sets per exercise
Time Between Sets: 45 seconds to one minute

Workout 1:

Chest: resisted pushup, one arm chest fly
Triceps: kneeling triceps extension, two arm triceps kickback
Biceps: standing biceps curl, one arm preacher curl

Workout 2:

Back: overhead back pull, seated back row, good mornings
Shoulders: front shoulder raise, standing lateral raise, shrugs, seated rear shoulder pull
Abs: resisted crunch, standing ab twist

Workout 3:

Legs: squats, lunges, laying hamstrings curl, standing calf raises

Week 1

Mon: Workout 1
Tue: Workout 2
Wed: Workout 3
Thu: Rest
Fri: Workout 1
Sat: Workout 2
Sun: Off

Week 2

Mon: Workout 3
Tue: Off
Wed: Workout 1
Thu: Workout 2
Fri: Workout 3
Sat: Off
Sun: Off

Baseball Fitness Workouts

2010-08-31T12:00:00.000-07:00

Steve Pfiester, star of Bridal Bootcamp & Fat March joins Blake Kassel for an intense Baseball Fitness workout that will get you sweating.

Hot and Crowded Bodylastics Audition

2010-08-28T04:04:00.000-07:00

Shadow Boxer Product Demo

2010-08-28T04:03:00.000-07:00

New fitness and resistance training device known as the Versatile Resistance Trainer or VRT from Shadow-Boxer Two very different demos all in good humour.

Ripped Body With Bodylastics Resistance tubes

2010-08-26T08:59:00.000-07:00

It seems ridiculous to me how many people wonder about getting Bodylastics results. In other words, the question is better put this way...can you really get results using resistance tubes?

Now the reason I think that's a ridiculous question is because it appears to me that when people ask a question like that it stems from the "hype" of the expensive home gym manufacturers. They pitch their product as if it was the magic bullet and the only way to achieve bodybuilding results.

The reality is that any form of workout will yield results. They are certain principles and workout protocols that must be followed regardless of the workout equipment you use.

To achieve muscle growth you must use the principles of:

Progressive Resistance

All that progressive resistance means is that every time you workout you attempt to use more weight or resistance than you did the workout before. This is the major disadvantage with body weight only workouts.

Adequate Rest

Your muscles don't grow while you're working out. When you work out all you're doing is tearing muscle fiber. When you go to sleep your body releases certain hormones that repair the muscle tissue. That's why it's very important to get at least eight hours of sleep each night when you're following a rigorous workout program.

Proper Nutrition

In addition to getting adequate rest you must feed your body in order for it to grow. It's an oxymoron that you can build muscle while losing body weight. I see this on TV all the time, they pitch the idea that you can get bigger and more muscular while at the same time dieting so that you can be ripped.

So back to the question "does a Bodylastics workout get you results?"

The answer is so silly to me. Of course it's yes. How big you get is based on how you workout and how many calories you consume. Bodylastics are just a tool

You can grow muscle tissue with resistance tubes workout just like you can with free weights, Bowflex, or any other home gym. In fact, there are certain workouts that are actually better done with workout tubes than with free weights. But more about that at a later time.

Want to turn yourself into a muscle building, fat burning machine like I am? Then check out this Do Bodylastics Work article and see more resistance tubes reviews, workouts and workouts. You will also discover fat shedding, muscle packing programs that will have you ripped and muscular in No Time!

Are you looking for a low cost-- high quality set of resistance tubes? Want to discover a step-by-step training program that will increase your muscle size and at the same time increase your metabolism so that it strips the fat off your body?

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Rob Kick Ass Workout

2010-08-26T01:53:00.000-07:00

Kickboxer Rob Kovok works out with Bodylastics extreme resistance system, and tells how it gives him the competitive edge.

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Resistance Tube Workout Made Simple

2010-08-25T05:28:00.000-07:00

One of the largest problems with those suffering from nerve diseases and disabilities is keeping up circulation. Because walking let alone, more strenuous workout can be painful, even dangerous because of the impact involved, these people end up living very sedentary lives. Eventually, limb loss may ensue due to circulation problems. Fortunately, resistance tube workout can be used by these previously sedentary people. A few stretches go a long way to keeping the blood flowing through limbs.

The best part of resistance tube workout is there is virtually no impact. Multiple Sclerosis patients who can barely walk utilize resistance tubes to keep the blood flowing through their legs by doing a few stretches with the band wrapped around one of their feet.

Resistance tube workout can also be performed by the very large. For the obese, workout can be nearly impossibly and terribly daunting. resistance tube workout once again comes to the rescue for these folk. A light, convenient resistance tube can be used with little to no impact and without moving all parts of your body or supporting your own weight

For the elderly, walking and swimming are always recommended. Though these are fantastic cardiovascular workouts, it is not really toning ones' muscles. Of course an elaborate home gym is not the right solution for an elderly person. They need the convenient, fun, and simple strength training that resistance tubes can provide. Because there is virtually no set up and certainly no assembly required, any person can get their muscles toned up with a bit of colorful resistance training regardless of age.

resistance tube training can increase in difficulty as muscle mass increases. workout bands are inexpensive; there is no large financial commitment. The intensity of resistance tube workout is only dependant on your ability; as your strength improves resistance tubes allow you the flexibility to increase the intensity of your workout accordingly.

Children can even participate in a resistance tube program to tone little muscles and inspire growth. It is a fun little quick workout that can hold the attention of even the most rambunctious child. There are so many workouts that may be conducted with resistance tubes that boredom is never a factor. Coaches have even begun to implement resistance tube usage in sports to increase their players' flexibility and endurance.

There has been resurgence in resistance tube popularity due to their use in physical therapy. Those that do not have a great deal of joint flexibility or cannot stress a muscle too much are recommended to use resistance tubes in their recuperation. Physical therapists recommend and apply resistance tube training in combination with isometric workout to help patients reach their maximum range of motion, flexibility, strength, and endurance.

resistance tube workout does not only provide for excellent muscle build up, but it definitely increases one's flexibility and range of motion. For those suffering from any movement impairing disabilities, resistance tube workout can ease the discomfort and improve upon one's limited range of motion.

Implementing a resistance tube workout program is by no means a cure all system. It must be combined with healthy eating and mild aerobic workouts in order to achieve total physical fitness. However, combined with these two aspects, resistance tube workout can assist in toning muscle, burning fat, and increasing overall health. Once you have acquired your resistance tube, workout as much as you feel comfortable doing to see the pounds fly and the muscles build.

Female Customers Feedback On Shadow Boxer

2010-08-24T16:26:00.000-07:00

Straight after I wrote the previous post on 'Can Shadow Boxer be Used by Women' I got this email from a customer and wanted to share it with you all.

"Have been using the Shadow Boxer VRT2 now, pretty much every day for 13 weeks, and have really noticed changes, many changes with overall health...especially using every day, just using the workout on the DVD has made one HELLAVA DIFFERENCE!!!!!! . Have worked up to using the 'Hard' resistance straps. Guess the next step is the Power Punch Leg Accelerator......Thank You"......Karen ffrench, (Older than forty, I didn't want to over step the mark by publishing Karen's age...I hope this is ok)

Another female customer was so enthusiastic about the product that she excitedly rang me up and proposed a slogan for us "THINK IT, DO IT, DONE IT". What Rosealind went onto explain was how Shadow Boxer was so easy to use was that all you had to do was think about using it, pick it up and before you know it you've finished a quick workout, but that it feels like a workout that was considerably longer!

Now remember, these people have not been paid to say these things and I know it may even sound as though I've embellished what they said...I promise you I have faithfully reproduced what they have said or emailed me. I even asked them to send in little video clips of themselves talking about how Shadow Boxer has helped them but, as expected they were both a bit bashful. So this is the only way I can pass on what they have said.

They demonstrate in my eyes that whether you're a professional fighter or someone wanting to lose a bit of weight or someone wanting to get a bit fit...that with some effort and determination you can achieve great results.

SO I HOPE YOU SEE SHADOW BOXER IS NOT JUST FOR THE BOYS.

KEEP TRAINING

NEW - Bodylastics Silverback Family Edition

2010-08-23T04:25:00.000-07:00

Why is this Bodylastics system called the Silverback Family Edition? It's simple really.

The "Silverback" refers to Silverback Gorillas. Silverbacks are the largest of the primates and are known to be ridiculously strong. There have been many reports of Silverback Gorillas curling 500 lbs.

An adult gorilla's upper body strength is six times more powerful than that of an adult human - enabling them to lift, break, and squeeze heavy objects.

The system that you see below would challenge even the strongest Silverback. Yes, the total resistance is 388 lbs, however for some exercises, the total doubles. Good luck Coco.

The "Family" part of the name is referrencing the sheer size of the system. There really are enough elastics here to satisfy an entire family, all with one compact system.

This system will also be greatly beneficial for folks that are using attaching their Bodylastics to free weights or for individuals who are taller than 6'3". Have 2 elastics of every color will enable the user to attach or use a single elastic per side of a barbell or limb.

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Resistance tubes for Muscle Mass and Weight Loss

2010-08-20T11:29:00.000-07:00

Resistance tubes, often referred to as resistance bands or exercise tubes, are the most underrated form of exercise in the fitness world. Whether your goal is to build lean muscle or shed off that excess body fat, a good set of elastic tubes, when used properly, will help you accomplish your goals from the comfort of your own home.

Why pay for expensive gym memberships or bulky, overpriced home gym equipment such as Bowflex, when you could do all the same exercises at home with a good set of ultra-cheap and ultraportable resistance tubes? As a personal trainer, I encourage my clients to shell out $30-$40 on quality set of resistance tubes, less than what I charge for a one hour training session.

When it comes to choosing a set of resistance tubes, my personal favorite is the BodyLastics TO Super Strong Training Set. It includes a door attachment (very important) and storage pouch. I’ve chosen this set because it features a unique clipping system, giving users the advantage of choosing to work with one, two, three, or four tubes simultaneously.

This is crucial because different muscle groups require various levels of resistance and the clipping system allows for easy adjustment to accommodate all exercises and fitness levels. Everyone from beginners to professional athletes and bodybuilders can enjoy and benefit from these tubes. Bodylastics TO resistance tubes are also the most durable and comfortable tubes I have ever tried and for these reasons I highly recommend the set.

Now, that you’ve got your tubes and door attachment, the fun can begin. First thing you must do is assess exactly what your workout goals are. Those trying to build muscle mass will need to perform workouts with heavy resistance and low repetitions. Choose the heaviest resistance level that will allow you to pump out 3
sets of 8-12 repetitions for each exercise without sacrificing form. Take a 60-90 second breather between sets.

Make it your goal to add more resistance to your workouts each week. Also, make sure to performing your reps very slowly to take advantage of hypertrophy, which is the term for increasing the density of muscle fibers. Hypertrophy occurs when a set is performed for between 30 seconds to one minute so make sure you spend at least 5 seconds per repetition or else you will be increasing strength but not muscle size. Ideally, you will do two to three different exercises per muscle group. With the door attachment, you can create over 140 different exercises targeting all muscle groups.

For those looking to lower body fat, get rid of that gut, loose those love handles, or tone their bodies will need to perform workouts with low resistance and high reps. I recommend my clients to choose a resistance levels that allow them to perform 3 sets of 40 repetitions for each exercise.

If it is too easy for you to do 40 reps, you will need to up your resistance. Weight loss is a simple formula: more calories expended than consumed. That means your daily goal should be to break a sweat and get your heart rate up. High rep workouts will get your heart pumping but make sure not to rest for more than 20 seconds between exercises!! Throwing in a few crunches, pushups or jumping jacks would improve your workout. The routine I recommend for both muscle mass and weight loss is as follows:

Mondays – Chest & triceps
Tuesdays – Back & biceps
Wednesdays – For toning, run for 45-60 minutes. If you’re only looking for mass, take a rest day and give your muscles time to recover.
Thursdays – Shoulders & Legs
Fridays – Abs (Yes, you can work your abs with resistance tubes)
Saturdays – Rest
Sundays – Rest

Now, you’re probably asking yourself what exercises you should be doing for each body part. For information on how to target different muscle groups with various resistance tube exercises, I would recommend you to go to Live Exercise and do a few searches on the topic. There is a wealth of information on how to work each body part and you could follow right along with the videos.

In my experience as a personal trainer, my clients that take advantage of resistance training usually begin seeing significant improvements in their physique within just two to three weeks and also report higher levels of energy and explosiveness throughout the day. As with any exercises, do not forget to warm up and stretch for 5-10 minutes before workouts. It is important to take precaution by loosening up joints and muscles to avoid injury. Lastly, never forget that dieting is a crucial part of exercise. If you’re looking for muscle mass, stay on a high protein/low carb diet. If you’re looking to lose weight, stick to a low fat low calorie diet.

Good luck!

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Resistance Tube Home Gyms Are Better Than Anything Else Out There!

2010-08-19T06:57:00.000-07:00

After 11 workouts with resistance tube training, I feel I am able to make a reasonable assessment of its value and utility. Although I am currently using Bodylastics, my general observations probably hold true for all these types of equipment.

Resistance tube training does have its limitations. First and foremost is its "rubber tube" effect. As you extend the movement, the "resistance" increases. That is great. Not so great is the reverse effect. As you return to the start position, the resistance goes to zero, in some cases.

Let us take the squat. In the down position with free weights, you are still under whatever weight you began with. With resistance tubes, the resistance goes to zero as the tubes return to its "normal" length. Hence in the down position, there is no stress on the legs unlike free weight squats. Same holds true if you were doing rows with the tubes.

That is not always the case, as with chest press; you could stand far enough away from the door to get some initial stretch for the start position. Nevertheless, I believe in most cases, when the tubes are closest to its natural position; the resistance is minimal.

Additionally, it is just difficult to replicate some movements. After some experimentation, I have settled on a movement that approximates the incline press. But that is all, it approximates the movement. In some cases, it does not do that.

Case in point, as you move through the arc in chest flyes, I believe there is a point where the tubes do not get any longer. There is no, therefore, stress through that portion of the movement. With the gravity working on a dumbbell, that would never be the case.

Yet despite the limitations, there can be no other conclusion than that this is a legitimate strength building equipment. The advantages of this system is in many ways far superior to what any free weight system a person could get for his home.

The first clear advantage is the cost. Whether the brand that I used, or other names, resistance tubes are ridiculously cheap in comparison. That is the correct word - cheap - not affordable or inexpensive but cheap. Home gyms can run up to several thousand dollars. A basic bench and 110lb weight set will set you back close to 200 bucks. Retail stores sell an adjustable 25lb dumbbell for 60 to 70 bucks. A pair automatically puts you at plus $120.

Secondly, these systems are stupidly versatile. Yes, it is difficult to exactly simulate some movements. But what are the alternatives? Would be preferable to spend several hundred dollars a year to join a gym plus all the cost involved with getting to the gym daily, or several times a week? That is a costly investment just to be able to bench press correctly on a bench.

Still, with resistance tube home gyms, you eliminate the need for a lat pull-down machine, power rack, bench, cable machine, dumbbells, barbells, abductor machines, leg extension/curl machines, and the list goes on. So, you cannot duplicate some movements, but you can do plenty more.

Safety is a huge consideration, particularly as you get stronger. Going all out on a bench press or squat at home is not a smart move. With resistance tubes, it is not a problem. There is no getting trapped under a barbell. You can still pull a muscle or tear tendon if you do something dumb. This is a legitimate strength building system. But the danger of using too much weight is less of an issue.

It is also safe for another reason. I simply cannot keep my 2 ½ years old, little daughter out when I am working out. She wants to be in there helping daddy. With free weights or large contraptions, I would not be able to work out other than when she is asleep or napping. With these tubes, it is not an issue. I just have to be careful she does not whack herself with one of clips at the end of the tubes.

It has no footprint to speak of. When I done, I stuff it all back into its little black pouch and I am done. Nice. No barbells or plates lying around, and definitely no power gym that turns into a clothes hanger.

Lastly, these tubes are hard. Wow, there are some movements that I thought that these 19lb rated tubes were going to be too light. Who was I kidding? I clipped a 19lb tube and a 13lb tube to the handles, turned around, got into position, and I could not stretch one inch. It was hard. So, I dropped one tube and tortured my triceps with a "measly" 13lb tube. Check your ego at door!

In conclusion, the advantages of cost, versatility, safety, size, and real strength building far outweigh the disadvantages of owning a home gym of this type. For any serious individual looking for a legitimate, cost effective home gym needs to look at:

Resistance Tube Home Gyms

Upper Body Exercising With Resistance Tubes

2010-08-17T02:22:00.000-07:00

Resistance tubes are a simple yet incredible effective way to invigorate your body and add variety to your workout. Also known as resistance tubing, exercise tubes, exercise bands, resistance bands, and other similar names, these simple items can make a huge difference in how your body looks and how you feel about your body.

Resistance tubes serve two primary purposes as exercise is concerned: they help tone muscle, and they help burn fat, and they do both at the same time. You don’t really have to choose one type of exercise over the other if you are using resistance tubes; they provide a well rounded workout by their very nature.

One of the other great advantages of exercising with resistance tubes is that they can work almost every major muscle group. People use them for upper body strength, lower body strength, and even core muscle conditioning. The positive impacts are widespread: including a more toned body, stronger muscles for other activities, and even improved posture and overall general body movement.

Upper body exercising with resistance tubes.

One of the most popular ways of using tubing to exercise is to work on upper body strength, especially the shoulders.

One exercise is to stand on the tube and hold one handle in each hand, lean forward, and reach your arms back.
Another is to stand on the end of the tube, hold one handle, and raise it up above your head.
You can even do a chest press by wrapping the resistance tubing around a bar at chest height and pushing forward, away from the bar and your chest to add resistance and strengthen your chest muscles.

These are just a few example of upper body strength exercises you can do with resistance tubes. As you see from these three, resistance tubes are very versatile. You can stand on them to create an anchor yourself, or use objects around you to help. Some exercises even pair you with an exercise partner so you both gain strength and endurance with your resistance tube exercises.

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Why Choose Resistance Tube Training?

2010-08-16T05:13:00.000-07:00

How does resistance tube training compare to other strength building exercises? Well, not all of the elastic bands on the market are the same, but the best brand beats other strength building exercises, including free weights and expensive bow-flex machines in every way that you can compare them.

First, of course, there is price to consider. You either need to join a gym, buy as set of free weights or invest in a thousand dollar home gym. You can get a basic elastic band set for less than $50, complete with a DVD so that you can learn how to use the tubes.

The simpler tubes are basically loops of elastic. The best tubes include elastic tubing with a door anchor and clips so that you can increase resistance, as your fitness level increases and perform hundreds of different exercises that work each of the muscle groups in the body.

The second thing to consider when you are comparing resistance tube training to other machines or free weights is smoothness of motion. The elastic tubing creates a much smoother motion. The only thing that really compares is the professional equipment found in fitness clubs.

The goal is to start with less resistance when the muscle is at its weakest point. For example, during a bicep curl, your muscle is weakest when your arm is straight out; it is strongest at the peak of the curl. With free weights, you do not put stress on the muscle at the optimal time, because of gravity.

The mega-expensive fitness club machinery corrects this through the use of cams. But with elastic tubing, you can recreate this affect in your own home for less than what your gym membership costs per month. So, resistance tube training even beats out the fitness club machinery.

In fact, many personal trainers recommend the tubes for their clients that travel frequently. You might love going to the gym, but if you travel, you don't want to miss a workout. With a portable "gym in a bag", you'll never need to miss another workout, regardless of where you are.

The tubes are lightweight and take up less space than any home gym on the market. They actually do fit in a brief-case sized bag. Even if the hotel that you stay in has a gym, you'll get a better workout with the bands
If you give resistance tube training 10 minutes of your time, four days a week, you will see muscle size and strength increase faster than you ever imagined possible. You will see your waistline shrink as your new muscles burn the fat off of your body.

You'll notice increased energy, instead of exhaustion. You avoid the risk of injuring yourself by performing a move incorrectly. The best systems include a DVD with step-by-step instructions and the tubing, itself, encourages you to perform the move correctly. The list of advantages of resistance tube training is long. If you haven't tried it yet, you owe it to yourself to do that.

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Resistance Tube Workouts - Why Are They Better?

2010-08-16T05:08:00.000-07:00

Have you tried resistance tube workouts?

The best thing about resistance tubes is their smooth resistance. Unlike free weights or exercise machines, the resistance you get from tubes increases as you perform the exercise. The advantage of this is, that the resistance builds dynamically over the entire range of the exercise.

With the proper resistance tubes your muscles get gently stretched and at the same time the stress on your joints and spine is almost eliminated to zero.

One other reason that resistance tube workouts are better is that you can use resistance tubes to train using isometrics. Most individuals don't know about this, it's really a well-kept secret. Infomercial queen and personal trainer to the stars, Denise Austin and Hollywood A-list actress, Jane Seymour are both huge fans of using isometrics in their resistance tube workout.

Denise, often used resistance tube workouts on her TV show on ESPN. Jane on the other hand, begin using isometrics and resistance tubes after she injured her back using free weights.

The amazing thing is that resistance tube workouts have been the physiotherapists answer to rotator cuff injuries, bad knees and general rehabilitation for years.

Unlike free weights or other strength training devices resistance tube workouts can be easily used in circuit training. This makes tubes the ideal tool to use in a fat loss or weight loss program. Used properly, resistance tubes can tone, build, and increase muscle. No matter whether you are a man or a woman. You can use resistance tubes to achieve your fitness and health goals.

Today, the medical community agrees that the best way to shed body fat is to strength training, in addition to proper diet and cardio. To maximize your workouts, make sure you use a good quality set of resistance tubes. Systems that allow you to add resistance tubes to the handle are the best kind. This type of resistance tube system will grow with you and in the long run will be the least expensive.

A door attachment for the bands is a preferred feature, it allows you to perform exercises similar to an expensive cable machine at the gym.

Make sure that the resistance tubes you use are from a good quality manufacturer. Tubes that are of poor quality... similar to plain old "rubber tubes" lose their elasticity over time.

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Try the TUBE!

2010-08-16T05:02:00.000-07:00

A great time to introduce resistance tubes is when you are away from your usual fitness setting. Holidays would be a great example.

When people travel, schedules are thrown off and a lot of people can't get in to the gym or complete their normal fitness routine.

Resistance tubes offer a compact gym with a full body workout. Many tube sets come with a travel bag that will hardly take up room at all. Using the tubes will guarantee you maintain your fitness program and don't lose sight of your goals over the holidays.

Tubes can be used by anybody, from rehabilitation programs to the avid body builder. They come in varied resistance from light to very heavy. You can use them on their own, or with a dumbbell as well for added resistance. If you think of them as a "cable machine" you can probably think of many exercises you already know, that can be duplicated by the tubes.

For example: Sitting rows, lat pull downs, hamstring curls. A lot of exercises can be done using the tube alone, like putting it under your feet for a squat, or around your back for a push up. Others exercises need an anchor to tie the tube around like for crunches, leg raises, curls and adductor/abductor exercises.

Just to be safe make sure the tube is in great condition. If you find tears or holes in your tube, it's time for a new one! Also make sure the tube is secured firmly under your feet while preforming any exercise that requires it. I've been whipped doing shoulder raises while making this common mistake. It's not like dropping a weight on your foot but oh boy does it ever sting!

Training with resistance tubes once in a while is a great way to keep your body guessing and to keep you progressing!

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Super Strong Workout Plan

2010-08-15T03:52:00.000-07:00

Terrell Owens Workout Plan

The Terrell Owens Workout Plan: Is it What He Does or How He Does it?

When an NFL pro football player excels year after year as a wide receiver in a tough game, maintaining a highly successful career that has already spanned 12 years, then I think his personal physical fitness program and workout plan bears a closer look.

How does Terrell Owens, in spite of injuries, media controversies, changing teams and changing loyalties, still maintain his speed, strength, and agility? What is his secret?

The first clue to finding out what's so special about Terrell Owens workout plan is learning something about Owens' character. He has been portrayed by some sports writers as obsessed with nutrition and diet. He is also well known for his self discipline, professionalism, and drive when it comes to the sport of professional football.

At 6' 3" and 223 pounds, T.O. Owens is tall, lean, and built for speed. His training program is tailored to create a body build specifically for performing as a wide receiver - strength to withstand blockers, speed to get to the end zone, and agility to weave his way to the goal line.

Although many people assume that Terrell lives in the gym pumping iron, that is just not the case. Around 2005, Terrell's eyes were opened to a strength training tool that increased his speed and power far more than free weights ever did. That tool was elastic resistance bands.

Terrell's workout plan is included with the elastic bands set that he custom designed for himself, The Bodylastics Terrell Owens Super Strongman Edition. To see and hear more about this amazing product Click Here Now

Add elastic resistance bands with discipline, perseverance, and consistency and that adds up to a workout plan that has helped Terrell Owens continue to get better and more impressive year after year.

The Bodylastics Terrell Owens Super Strongman Edition

5 things you must know about Bodylastics Resistance Tubes!

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1.Elastic Tubing: The elastic tubing used in the bands provides smooth, consistent resistance. The tubing will not come "loose" with use, unlike other resistance bands. It is also much lighter, which means it's easier to store and transport. If you travel a lot, just throw in your set and you have your own portable gym!

2.Quick Clip System: Before the introduction of Bodylastics in 1998, elastic tubing workouts were limited. There was no easy way to adjust the resistance like with free weights and machines.

Bodylastics came up with the "Quick Clip System". By attaching clips on the ends of the elastics we enabled the user to easily adjust the level of tension. Because of the ability to attach more than 7 bands to each handle you will have more then enough resistance.

In fact at the Arnold World Expo Bodylastics challenged people from the crowd... that included powerlifters and pro level bodybuilders to curl only 4 bands. Out of 1000 people that tried only 30 were able to curl the bands for 30 repetitions!

3.Life Time Guarantee: Bodylastics are the ONLY resistance bands that come with a LIFE-TIME GUARANTEE! This is unheard of in the fitness industry. Have you heard about this in any other review of Bodylastics?

4.You'll Never Be BORED: Bodylastics offers more than 140 health club type exercises, but what does this mean to you? Well by being able to "hit" the muscles from different angels you will never plateau. This is called the "muscle confusion principle." At my site I have a complete and step-by-step instructional article that gives you the breakdown on how to use this powerful body building principle in your workouts.

5.Versatile Door Anchor: The 11-inch door anchor consists of a soft foam piece and a webbed nylon loop. Simply close the door over the loop with the foam piece on the other side, then clip the band onto the loop.

This turns your Bodylastics into virtually any gym equipment. Anchor it to the top of the door to create a cable pull, or place it on the floor for an ankle pull. The anchor is guaranteed not to damage your door and provide consistent tension. Just remember not to use it on unstable surfaces, such as ceiling fans or chairs.

These are the 5 things that make Bodylastics different then any other resistance tube product.

I hope that this review of Bodylastics has helped you in deciding what kind of home gym to get. The one thing that I can not stress enough is that the most important part of achieving your fitness goals is to commit to working out 3 to 4 times per week at the same time each day.

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Shadow Boxer Vrt

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New fitness gimmicks come out everyday. Some are good and some are outrageous and make claims without merit. Smart inventors are coming out with exercise tools that mimic exercises that have worked for years.

That is what the inventor of the “Shadow Boxer” has done. He invented an exercise tool that mimics boxing; an age old routine that has helped people stay in shape for decades. This is a fun invention…

Used by professional athletes to improve strength, flexibility, muscle tone and stamina. The Shadowboxer VRTis a revolutionary low impact, strength and resistance training belt for people interested in getting fit.

The VRT’s compact and portable construction means that is can be used pretty much anywhere from gyms, studios, dojo’s, parks and for in-home use and even hotel rooms if you travel.

It is easily incorporated into aeorbics, boxing, martial arts, pilates, in-home workouts or as a substitute for light, high rep weight training. Your body is the gym machine so no need for bulky equipment.

The VRT II is ideal if you regularly use the varying resistance tubes to achieve different loads. This may be in a class environment, if more than one person in a household uses it, or you desire the ultimate flexibility for your routine.

Check out this fun invention…

3 Tips Before You Buy Resistance Tubes

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Many times my friends have asked me... "what are the best Resistance Tubes."

When it comes to fitness equipment there are several choices. In this article we will discuss resistance or fitness bands as they are also referred to. In fact, they are also called strength bands, tubes or tubing.

Most exercise tubes are made of latex rubber. So, if you're allergic to latex you may want to take that into consideration before purchasing any resistance tubes.

Here are some helpful tips when looking for the best Resistance Tubes....

1. Guarantee or Warranty

Resistance Tubes after a while lose their tensile strength just like a rubber band. In addition, if you workout regularly with your strength bands they will begin to stretch out and will not provide you the same amount of resistance as they did in the beginning.

That is why it's so critical for you to choose a fitness bands manufacturer that will provide you with some kind of a defects warranty.

2. Multiple Bands Attachment

Some of the better quality strength tubing manufacturers produce a product that allows you to attach multiple tubes to one handle. In this way, it's just like having a set of dumbbells but much less expensive. Make sure that the clips that attach to the handle are made out of metal and not plastic.

Cheap resistance bands that use plastic clips to attach to the handles will eventually break or snap apart.

The advantage of having the ability to attach multiple tubes to one handle is that it minimizes the number of bands that you need to purchase.

3. Training and Nutritional Support

Providing you with great fitness equipment is not enough. After all, it's not the equipment that gets you the results you want. It's of course the workout program and the nutritional program that you use.

One of the better fitness bands manufacturers, Bodylastics -- include with each of their tubing kits access to their Strength Band University. This is a no-cost bonus that gives you access to their membership site where you can watch videos on how to perform several exercise movements correctly.

Make sure that the Resistance Tubes you get come with an exercise guide showing you the proper way to exercise if they don't offer video training.

These are just 3 must know tips that you need to be aware of before you buy Resistance Tubes of any kind. So when you are looking for the best fitness bands keep these tips in mind.

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Door Anchor For Resistance Tubes

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The Door Anchor for resistance tubes by Bodylastics is a component that will enable you to attach your bands to any door that closes. This simple yet important feature will give you the ability to mimick the best gym exercises.

It is 11 inches long and is made out of nylon webbing and soft foam. It will NOT harm your door and is designed to stay secure! When you combine this amazing component with our unique Clip System, you have a resistance tubes muscle working machine that has no equal.

Connects to almost any door
Soft, high density foam stopper
Nylon (hardest plastic available) inner core
Ultra heavy duty multi-weave nylon webbing
Neoprene lining, to prevent damage to the elastics

**NEW - Bodylastics Anywhere Anchor

More places to use your Bodylastics! This heavy duty anchor is designed to be secured around super strong stationary objects, like poles and medium width trees. Simply place the anchor around a stationary object and thread one end through the other. Then thread your elastics through the open end.