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Elastic Exercise Bands
I got introduced to elastic band exercises when I went to physical therapy for slumped shoulders and a forward head from spending too much time at a computer with bad posture or bad Workstation Ergonomics.
This training goes by Elastic resistance training (ERT), Resistance Bands, exercise Bands, ...
They are used for Exercise, Physical Therapy, Lower Pilates, At-Home Workouts, and Rehab.
Resistance Tubing Resistance/Exercise Bands Resistance Band Loops Flat Resistance Bands vs Tubes: How to Choose | BestrResistanceBands.net Resistance Tubing:
Also referred to as resistance tubes, workout bands, strength bands, stretch bands and training bands. Most tubes are 4 ft total, 2 ft for each arm. (Note: They are 5-6' (2.5-3' per arm) at my Physical Therapy Gym) Movements typically range from 2 ft to 3.5 ft for me at 5-8 tall. Thats 100% to 175% elongation.Note: Colors, designations and weights vary by manufacturer
| Color | Designation | Resistance Designation | Dimensions | Resistance lbs * | User | 100% | 200% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tan | Extra thin | 2.4 | 3.4 | |||
| Yellow | Thin | Minimal | 1/8" | 3.0 | 4.3 | Rehab, Seniors |
| Red | Medium | Moderate | 3/16" | 3.7 | 5.5 | Beginners |
| Green | Heavy | Moderate Plus | 5/16" | 4.6 | 6.7 | Average fitness |
| Blue | X-Heavy | Maximal Minus | 3/8" | 5.8 | 8.6 | Already fit, active |
| Black | Special Heavy | Maximal | 7/16" | 7.3 † | 10.2 | Experienced, strong users |
| Silver | Super Heavy | Maximal Plus | 9/16" | 10.2 | 15.3 | |
| Gold | Max | 14.2 | 21.3 | |||
The inside diameter is the same and they have thicker walls for heavier resistance. Sources: Thera-Band Tubing, diameter, weight designation | SchoolHealth.com Thera-Band Colors Sequence Resistance Levels - ProHealthcareProducts.com Other stat sources below Note: Color-coding is not standard for all bands * 100% means stretched to double length, 200% = 3x resting lengthLinks:BMP Single bands 5 Band Set Yellow (2-4 lbs.), blue (4-6 lbs.), green (10-12 lbs.), black (15-20 lbs.) Red (25-30 lbs.) orange (30-35 lbs), purple (45-50 lbs), My measurement 36# at 100%, 60# at 200% * atomic (70-75 lbs). * Assume ratings are for pulling on a doubled band, so it's twice that of a single band.
Strength Training with Resistance Bands - Fit Simply Article Color Level Estimated Poundage Yellow Extra Light 2-4 lbs Blue Light 4-6 lbs Green Medium 10-12 lbs Black Heavy 15-20 lbs Red Extra Heavy 25-30 lbs Note: Fit Simply Tube Set has different colors and weights Yellow (5-10 lbs), Red (15-20 lbs) Green (20-25 lbs) Black (25-30 lbs) Blue (30-45 lbs)
You can also get Thera-band tubes in 25 ft lengths
X-Light, Pink - 30 lbs. Light/Heavy, Red - 60 lbs. Medium/Heavy, Yellow - 70 lbs. Heavy, Green - 80 lbs. Light, Magenta - 40 lbs. X-Heavy, Navy - 90 lbs. Medium, Orange - 50 lbs. What Is the Difference in Colored Resistance Bands? | Healthy Living Latex Resistance/Exercise Bands Resistance Bands Loops
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Stats (color, weight, size):
Workoutz Wholesale - Basic Resistance Tube
Where to get bands:
Exercise Bands | Amazon.com
Amazon.com: TheraBand Professional Latex Resistance Tubing For Upper Body, Lower Body, Core Exercise, Physical Therapy, Lower Pilates, At-Home Workouts, and Rehab, 25 Foot, Black, Special Heavy, Advanced Level 1: Industrial & Scientific
Resistance Bands | Fitness Health
Amazon.com : Fitness Insanity - Resistance Band Set - Include 5 Stackable Exercise Bands with Waterproof Carrying Case, Door Anchor Attachment, Legs Ankle Straps and Exercise Guide Ebooks
Exercises:
Resistance Band Workouts | Health And Fitness Training | BooksWorkout.com
11 Resistance Band Exercises for Shoulder Flexiblility and Strength | Examined Existence