An Introduction to Resistance Bands For Seniors

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As said last week, there comes a point when exercising consistently that it's a good idea to add some form of resistance to your exercise program to continue to make progress.

Progress in the form of increased strength and other aspects of fitness which makes the activities of your daily life much easier!

In this video, I cover resistance bands, AND we go through 6 exercises to help strengthen both the upper and lower body.

WORKOUT:
Warm-Up: Seated Marching On the Spot
Exercise 1: Bicep Curls x 10 each arm
Exercise 2: Lateral Shoulder Raises x 10 each arm
Exercise 3: Knee Extensions x 10 each leg
Exercise 4: Ankle Plantar Flexions x 10 each ankle
Exercise 5: Hip Abductions x 10
Exercise 6: Standing Core Stability x 10 each arm

Go grab yourself some resistance bands and ENJOY this workout!

These are just an example of the many exercises you can do with resistance bands.

Do your best with it, let me know how you go and ask any questions, any time!

Stay Active! Stay Happy!

- Mike