Science-Backed Training
Discover why incorporating Variable Resistance into your routine is more effective than just increasing weight.
When you train with free weights, certain parts of the movement are naturally easier due to your biomechanics—reducing the load on your muscles. Resistance bands eliminate this inconsistency by applying constant, progressive tension throughout the entire range of motion. This extended time under tension forces your muscles to work harder for longer, triggering greater hypertrophy and strength gains. By adding bands to your routine, you can optimize every rep, making your workouts more efficient and effective for building muscle.
Free weights are essential for building strength, but they have their limitations—certain points in the movement naturally feel lighter due to your biomechanical leverage. Adding resistance bands to your routine helps fill these gaps by providing constant, ascending tension, keeping your muscles fully engaged through the entire range of motion.
Progressive overload is essential for muscle growth, but adding heavier weights can put unnecessary strain on your joints. Resistance bands allow you to gradually increase tension. As the bands stretch, the resistance builds, simulating heavier weights and preparing your muscles for the increased load to come. This smooth progression enhances muscle activation, primes you for heavier lifts, and helps you break through plateaus for long-term strength and size gains.
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1. HOOK: Onto Dumbbells, Barbells or Kettlebells
2. CONNECT: Resistance Bands, Chains or Cables
3. LIFT: Perform Any Exercise
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1. CONNECT: Resistance Bands
2. PLACE: Under A Bench Or Other Fitness Equipment, Stand On It, or Angle As A Slant Board
3. LIFT: Perform Desired Exercise.
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Resistance bands provide variable tension that increases through the movement. The further the band is stretched the more difficult it becomes therefore the end of the movement is most challenging.
Free weights provide constant resistance yet tend to be harder in the initial movement of a rep. Once you get the weight past a certain point, your mechanical advantage kicks in and the weight feels lighter.
Combining the static/constant resistance from free weights and the variable resistance from bands at the same time forces your muscles to work harder, leading to improved muscle activation and a more intense workout.
The greater the muscle recruitment and the longer time under tension (TUT), the more oxygen, water and blood are pumped into to the muscle which leads to a greater lactic-acid build up and to a fuller muscle pump.
Resistance bands provide variable tension that increases through the movement. The further the band is stretched the more difficult it becomes therefore the end of the movement is most challenging.
Free weights provide constant resistance yet tend to be harder in the initial movement of a rep. Once you get the weight past a certain point, your mechanical advantage kicks in and the weight feels lighter.
Combining the static/constant resistance from free weights and the variable resistance from bands at the same time forces your muscles to work harder, leading to improved muscle activation and a more intense workout.
The greater the muscle recruitment and the longer time under tension (TUT), the more oxygen, water and blood are pumped into to the muscle which leads to a greater lactic-acid build up and to a fuller muscle pump.
Increase muscle fiber recruitment and metabolic stress, key factors for promoting muscle hypertrophy and strength gains.
Focus on the rep and not your grip. The days of holding a band and dumbbell or barbell in the same hand are over!Â
Keep your hands where they're meant to be - ON THE KNURLING!
Stimulate greater muscle fiber activation all the way through the range of motion, fostering optimal muscle growth and strength development.
Add Tension & Bust Through Plateaus The Safe, Fast & Effective Way
