5 Intense Booty Band Moves
Double the bands double the fun!
Ready for a high energy way to use resistance bands to tone your whole body?
Since both bands tend to come in packages of 5- let’s use 2 for some intense moves.
Photo is me by Stephanie Hirasawa
Gyms and fitness studios are sill closed here in NYC.
Whether you lifted weights in a gym, pulled springs in pilates, or inverted yourself on a yoga wall- these booty bands can be a great substitute.
Resistance bands are like a mini gym in you pocket.
You can take them with you on trips, to the park, or to your living room.
I love my booty band kit from Hope Fitness Gear - and I love that this company gives back. Whether you are a beginner or advanced exerciser, the different tensions in the bands will accommodate strength gains.
These full body moves are v very focused on legs and core!
Using the second band will really give you an upper body burn.
Plus bands will cause less wear and tear on your joints then weights and are used as a injury rehab tool by physical therapist and pilates teachers alike
The bands are very similar to pilates springs as you will be creating tension at all times during the moves. Unlike weights which only give you tension during the eccentric or lifting part of the movement.
Bands very very very good at targeting specific muscles and at such a low price you’ll have TONS of exercise options
You can do these moves as a HIIT workout - check out the video at the bottom.
HIIT stands for high intensity interval training.
You will perform the movement at all out blast intensity then follow it with a short period of rest. This is an effective way to train your heart and muscles as you burn calories and fat. When combined with proper nutrition, this will really keep you toned.
Try a few rounds of each 2-3 times per week for optimal results.
Lunge and Kick
Targets- Legs, Butt, Hips, Cardio, Core Triceps & Shoulders
Let’s fire up pretty much EVERY muscle in your bod as you raise your heartrate and get out some aggression. If you need to modify just
2. Plie & External Shoulder Rotation
Targets- Legs, Butt, Hips, Calves, Shoulders, Upper Back & Core
Fulfill your dancer dreams as you strenghten your shoulders and so much more!
3. Elbow Plank Booty Kicks
Targets- Core glutes shoulders hips hamstrings and back
You didn’t think I’d leave out planks did ya? And of course I added a booty twist to them.
4. Lunge & Shoulder Raise
Targets- Lower Abs, Hips Back, Upper Body
Endless crunches become a pain in the neck. By propping yourself on your elbows, you’ll also be reversing your computer posture as you target the lower part of your midsection
5. Pilates Corkscrew
Targets- Upper & Lower Abs, Obliques, Hips, Core
Twist and circle your way to a whittled waist with an advanced variation of the Pilates Corkscrew