Have you heard of a mini resistance band? This is a weight and fitness related gadget that is only the size of an iPhone and costs mere pennies to get hold of. It can do a fantastic job for your wellness and wellbeing, by sculpting you a taught bum and lovely legs.
If you have never used one of these before, then rest assured that you are not alone. Resistance bands are gaining popularity and they are affordable, portable and super efficient, and the mini versions are even better (but get less attention).
Using this sort of tool can increase the impact of any lower body strength moves that you do as well. It can also really help you to avoid injuries. A recent study into the use of mini resistance bands actually showed that using them during squats helps to remind you to push your knees out, and this can help prevent typical injuries such as tears and strains to the ligaments in your knees.
There are workouts that you can do with your resistance band too – certain exercises that help you get the most out of your device. One of these is something called a Glute Bridge. To do this, loop the mini band above your knees and then lie down (face up) on the floor with your knees bent and the soles of your feet turned in and pointing towards one another. Raise your hips up to make your body form a straight line right from your shoulders to your knees, and then push your knees outwards. Hold that pause for three seconds and then return to the start. This counts as one rep and you should do around eight to twelve reps to complete a full set.
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