Here's a riddle: What's long, black, and red, stretches from feet to head, costs 11 bucks or less, and will help you look fab in a strapless dress? You got it. A resistance band is one of the cheapest ways to tone your muscles. Aside from that, here are some other reasons you should start using one. Using a band requires coordination and balance so you end up utilizing more muscle groups to Read more

Everybody loves a free gift, right? With 10 Minute Solution Belly, Butt, & Thigh Blasters, you get a free sculpting loop. Though it takes some time to break in, it's a perfectly serviceable resistance band for this or any other workout. Hosted by Jessica Smith, the bubbly but encouraging coach of 10 Minute Solution Quick Tummy Toners, this 50-minute workout DVD is split into five 10-minute Read more

This Christmas I was excited about all the fitness-related gifts I received, especially a new resistance band kit. It's been raining a lot lately, and as a result I haven't been able to ride my bike to the gym as much as I'd like. It's a bummer, but using my resistance bands at home has kept me from going nuts. I use them to tone and strengthen as well as stretch. And even though it's not exactly Read more

A resistance band is an inexpensive and lightweight piece of equipment you can bring anywhere. Whether you're going to the gym or visiting your family for the weekend, you can bring a band along and tone your muscles. Try these three effective exercises to work your upper and lower body and core. Repeat all three exercises for a total of three rounds. Bicep Curls With Forward Lunges Half Boat Read more

After doing upper body strengthening exercises, it feels so good to stretch out your chest and shoulders. Here's a simple stretch you can do using a resistance band, a yoga strap, or even a belt. Definitely use a band if you have one since the flexible material will allow you to get an even deeper stretch. Music: "Adam and Eve" by Ani Read more

If you're looking for a way to tone up your core and thighs, grab a resistance band and give this move a try. It may not seem like you're doing much, but after a few reps, you'll start to feel the burn. For step-by-step instructions on how to do this exercise, keep reading Read more

Bicep curls are an essential strength-training move, but they can become boring after a while. So make them a little more challenging by adding lunges. Grab a resistance band and keep reading Read more