Tag Archives: legs

Exercise Video: Partner Series 1

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Margot

Remember how we told you about the benefits of working out with a partner? Here’s your chance to really team up! For this video, you will need: A partner 2 bands – one per partner Handles and carabiners – optional … Continue reading →

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Festive Exercise: Squat Skier

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Margot

The weather is finally getting cold here in North Carolina – even a chance of flurries tonight – so it’s time to make our exercise routines festive. No, we don’t mean wearing a Santa hat to the gym; we mean … Continue reading →

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Exercise Video: Lower Body Band Workout

Posted on November 21, 2010 by Margot

Ready to get your legs working? Grab your bands and follow along in real time! For this video you will need: one band, one padded ankle grip, door strap, one carabiner, object for balance (optional) Workout Guide Abductor adductor Glute … Continue reading →

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Stretching: For mind and body

Posted on August 12, 2010 by Margot

After the bed I slept in last night, all I could think about was a good shoulder stretch. Lucky for me, it’s shoulder week at the Rubberbanditz blog! For a really satisfying shoulder stretch, check out the Loose Arm-ony post … Continue reading →

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Stretch: Quad-lity

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Margot

Before we jump into chest, let’s wrap up the legs focus we had last week. After really working those legs, you will need a good stretch, and this is one of my favorites. By using the bands, you can feel … Continue reading →

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The Best Leg Exercise: Squats

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Margot

Now that you know why it is important to get those legs working, let’s get to it! Though there are lots of fancy routines and intricate ways to use your bands, we honestly love squats more than any other leg … Continue reading →

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Get those legs working!

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Margot

Your largest muscle group is your legs, so resistance training with your legs is key to your total body routine. Think about it. Legs represent a huge portion of your muscles, so increasing your leg muscles increases your overall muscles … Continue reading →

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