Resistance Bands Are a SCAM

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Discussing the common arguments and criticisms of resistance band companies, products, and their effectiveness. Are these all you need for resistance training or just simply one among many tools in the toolbox. Let me know your experience with bands in the comment section.
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0:00 - Intro / Argument
2:00 - Influence
3:39 - Marketing & Margins
5:08 - Bands Re-Branded
5:45 - "Band Body"
7:51 - Practical Use of Bands
9:00 - Band Communities
10:34 - Realistic Expectations
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@ToddDolce 16 дней назад

There really is no argument on this. It's just beyond stupid to debate over the "type" of resistance when training. I used weights for over 45 years of my life and laugh when I think about the different debates that took place during those decades. Free weights vs. Machines vs. Bodyweight vs. Springs vs. Static Contraction ....and on and on. Its nonsense. I mean cmon people...STOP overthinking this crap. Go load a wheelbarrow with rocks and do shrugs, overhead presses,...whatever. I started integrating bands into my routines in my 50's and now I do it 100% of the time. I recently tested my strength levels out by doing weights on a chest and shoulder day. I did NOT lose a fraction of strength or power. It really comes down to using bands correctly and beginning all lifts with the bands pre'stretched and taut. You also need to be 100% focused on the exercise and let that tension work its magic. I bet many that simply jumped on the "band"wagon during the covid days were clueless on how to lift with these things. Likely they are the same folks that "swing" the freeweights through a rep to leverage the advantage of momentum. I LOVED my time with pumping iron but it took a toll on my joints and at some point in most of our lives, we begin to mature in our 50's and come to the realization that the bulky arms and chest are.....well.....silly. You can get bulky with bands too but due to the "way" many people use them, they end up trimming down and looking more defined since they are not starting at a really taut position. But I ask you,....once you get into your wiser years,....is that really a bad thing? What are you needing the bulky arms and legs for anyway? Ego? I've been there guys(gals)....it was sure fun but one day you wake up and realize you would rather have strength and mobility that will carry you through to your later life and everyday activity. Bands are not a scam anymore than Nautilus, Rocks, Sandbags, Total Gyms, or Smith Machines. Bands DO work and you CAN bulk out with them or get leaner. Climbing off my soapbox now. (And its easier to climb on and off with my pain free joints! Lol)

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thank you for writing all this up and sharing your experience

@ToddDolce 16 дней назад

@@hybridresistance it was a bit long winded now that I see what I wrote....sorry about that.

@andrewfitzman 16 дней назад

I like what you said. Can you expand a little on starting with the band in an expanded position?

@danbuckles2745 9 дней назад

I'm 75 and used the 24-hour fitness for years and got really fit while I was working and then things changed and stopped and then Covid hit, and I went looking for something else and found bands. It took me a while then X3 showed up and I've been doing it for over 3 years now and satisfied with the results and only think about going to the gym to see how I compare. I work out for about an hour as I have modified the program to fit my goals but saying that you could just do it for 20 minutes 6 days a week and you'd get good results with a balanced diet that is not overly fatty. It's the diet that gets the abbs nothing else. I lost 50lbs and people look at me like wow you are looking great, and I just say it's diet, X3 and resistance walking on a treadmill no running. You have to get started somewhere and X3 is just about as good as anything I've found.

@meso2702 8 дней назад

I totally agree I've had same experience and no injuries either which is a big plus 👍

@bossfan61 17 дней назад

Consider adding a ? after SCAM in the video title. As is, people might not even bother watching as they might prematurely conclude that you actually think they are a scam when we all know you like them.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I might do that, thanks. But I do think depending on how they’re presented (points in the video) can be a “scam”. But that’s not exclusive to bands

@RubberBandsApp 17 дней назад

It's already happening.

@taoist32 15 дней назад

@@hybridresistanceI was about to stop watching due to the headline. Clickbait is fine in most cases, but this turns people away.

@meso2702 6 дней назад

@@bossfan61 agreed, people just read the Title and think the video has exposed bands as a scam then go to the gym telling everyone bands don't work it's a scam 🤦

@andrewmccune2895 17 дней назад

The only people who think res. bands are a scam have never used them, or have no idea how to workout.

@phillipmagee4098 17 дней назад

I've exclusively used X3 for almost 1 year and have been happy with it. The 4 main reasons for only using resistance bands in this season of life: 1. I want something consistent when I travel. 2. I have 2 young children which makes it challenging to go to the gym. 3. I was maxing out with lower body exercises for dumbbells at home. 4. I'm focused on maintenance rather than hypertrophy at this time of my life. Like you said: I don't believe there needs to be a dogmatic approach of "only bands" vs "never bands."

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Love it Phillip. I think the practical bulletpoints help put things into perspective for people either considering it or are totally against them.

@jamesmecham4266 17 дней назад

Good video Mike. I'm 58 years old and have worked out since I was 14. Originally I used free weights exclusively. Over the decades integrated a variety of equipment and techniques. Currently I enjoy body weight, resistance bands, sliding bench, and dumbbells. I fit squarely as a Subscriber to your "Hybrid Resistance" philosophy. Take care.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks chiming in James. That mix of equipment you described covers a lot of ground for sure!

@trollzone1 17 дней назад

I like cable machines. Great gains, low levels of injury, and faster recovery. Bands are supplemental to weights and machines.

@marcaube7257 17 дней назад

I am completing year 4 of shoulder replacement rehab. I am an example that bands will build muscle mass. However my workouts 5 days per week consume 1.5 hrs per session. It is not possible to increase muscle definition in 15 to 20 minutes 3 times per week. My workouts are a minimum of 1000 repetitions. That's what it takes. In 1990 i purchased a sliding bench. Had to get rid of it as i developed serious tendonitis in my forearms with zero muscle gain. The last 2 years i added light dumbells for curls. In my opinion the scam is short workouts and poor quality equipment. The bands i use the most are 20 inch bands from Serious Steel. I also own Undersun and Rogue loop style. GoFit are my tube bands. Zero snapped bands in 4 years. I do not use gloves either. Last no sugar, caffeine or milk in my diet per docs instruction. At some point walking or cycling must occur. In addition I sold my functional trainer prior to shoulder replacement as I am limited to 80 lb steel weight lifts. Bands are a must for myself forever.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks for sharing all of this. I think your comment is great as it shows another person's experiences as I've had people comment on some opposite points on the channel.

@andrewfitzman 16 дней назад

Hi. Very interested to hear what one of your typical band workouts would look like. Thanks.

@marcaube7257 15 дней назад

@@andrewfitzman If you require info immediately my first suggestion is to watch Mike's videos on bands. Another specialist on bands is Discipline Dave who also uses Bodylastics bands which is what Mike uses on tube style band videos. It is difficult to make suggestions as I do not know your height or health. I am 6'1" 202 lbs and at age 69 in a July '24. I will say that I do not use door anchors for any segment of my workout. The heavier bands that I progress to in each workout would damage my basement door, that being a cheap interior door. If you are above 6'2" in height you will have to adjust your workout when reaching above your head. Most videos will show both feet on the band, I only use one foot to allow a raise above my head, when I use the heavier resistance bands. Due to my height "wingspan" and my replaced steel left shoulder. I use the 20" Serious steel bands to do lat pull downs with a basic curling bar. The 20" bands are also used to due dead lifts with my bare hands. They are also my preferred bands when I do the standing press with a curling bar. I have mounted Truck holdowns on the overhead wood beams in the basement. I have attached 7" caribiners on these holddowns. This allows the tube or loop bands to only conntact polished steel. This prevents wear on the bands. I use the 20" bands to do standing presses. I have mounted a second set of hold downs with 6" caribiners at chest height on studs on another wall. All hold downs are mounted with concrete anchor bolts. This provides safety and zero issues during workouts. Yes it adds to the cost but safety first. I also changed the caribiners that were attached to the handles of my tube bands. I use the GoFit bands as they were readily available in Canada. I can purchase a set or singles on Amazon Canada. There is also a Canadian distributor for these in Canada. I ended up purchasing other handles that look like the Bodylastics handles with a large ring. I attached 5.5 " caribiners to the rings. These handles are from Australia due to the Canadian dollar. A Canadian retailer has brought these in for pricing purposes to beat out Amazon pricing. They are the best handles I have ever used. Limited exposure on my part. The large caribiners I use make it a breeze to attach and detach loop and tube bands. If you only have light bands which requires mounting 3 or 4 bands to increase resistance than the large caribiner is truly a gamechanger. Last. simply focus on Mike's channel, Hybrid Resistance and Discipline Dave's channel they are both professional. Trust me I have 4 years of experience watching RU-vid and you only require their videos. As well buy the equipment they use and continue to use. You will never go wrong with Undersun, Serious Steel, Bodylastics, Rogue or GoFit if you live in Canada. Obviously if you have the means, health, funds and space for a functional trainer go with that. You will still require a warm up tool such as a set of quality bands. My first purchase was Undersun loop bands as they offer a nice stretch for rehab. Hope this helps.

@DeanHenry-hm9bd 17 дней назад

Another great video Mike, I started with bands in 2021, during the pandemic, I bought myself a set of Undersun resistance bands, started using them, and really enjoy training with them, I had been training with weights for almost 45 yrs at that time, I have stuck with resistance bands ever since, at 65, with arthritis in both my knees, and after 2 major surgeries on my left shoulder, and I’m sticking with resistance band training going forward, they are much easier on my joints,I can take them anywhere, and my body feels great after my workouts, I also have the X3 system which I really like too,and 3 sets of Undersun bands, where you get older you need to adapt your training to how you body responds and feel, and with resistance bands my body feels absolutely great, I’m not trying to get hypertrophy at this point in my life, I just want to stay pain and injury free,and be able to stay very active as I get older.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Dean! These are the kind of comments and stories I was hoping people would share on this video.

@FrankZen 6 дней назад

I have a travel kit that includes a Tribe bar, your board and loop bands. I never worry about looking for a gym on a trip.

@DeadLinux 17 дней назад

I went far into the resistance band camp because I really wanted to avoid keeping tons of plates and bars/benches/rigs around - and work out from home. Bands check that box a lot, but there's definitely a learning curve to get the most out of them, and I switch between them, the Total Gym, and just basic adjustable dumbbells too. Everything that can get thrown in a closet if needed - forces me to try the weird stuff, and it's been fun, and kept me doing stuff (most important) Huge thanks to this channel too, of course

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks as always my friend. Your situation is exactly the target demographic that I generally want to speak to. Where you want results without sacrificing tons of space. Even though I'm covering some big pieces, I'm ultimately on the quest to find the ideal small gym space.

@josephroa4475 17 дней назад

I love my bands, but have started incorporating free weights as well. I think the problem is that people use the cheapest ones they can find on Amazon and they are no where near the quality of ones like Harambe, Serious Steel, Clench, etc.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I hear you. If I’m honest I actually use both the cheap (more stretchy) alongside more expensive ones.

@josephroa4475 17 дней назад

@@hybridresistance I went back to my Undersun bands for a bit before progressing to Clench. I had been using Harambe and while they are awesome I find myself preferring the 41" bands.

@Johnl1800 13 дней назад

Pretty fair and reasonable assessment of resistance bands. Personally I wouldn't call them a scam but some of the marketing, particularly the X3 Bar, is utter nonsense. I used the X3 bar for 3 months and lost strength across the board (and some size as well). The claims that it is 3x better than weight training as well as the claims that "weight lifting is a waste of time" are laughable. Quite frankly I got far superior results from a basic routine of weighted push ups, dips, pull up variations, squats and deadlifts than I ever would have seen using the X3 exclusively. Can you get a decent workout, get in better shape, lose some weight, look better and maybe build some muscle with the X3? Sure, but the claims that you can build more muscle in less time using the X3 than with weight training is detached from reality. The X3 has been out for 4 years now. If it legitimately built muscle 3x faster than weight training as claimed then guys who put on 30-50+ lbs. of solid muscle over that time (as Jaquish claims to have done*) should be so common place as to be mundane by now and yet we clearly haven't seen that happening. *In repeated interviews Jaquish has gone on record stating: “I gained 60lbs. of muscle while losing 16lbs. of fat using the X3 exclusively while in my 40’s and without drugs” Since he states that he currently weighs 220lbs. that would mean that he would have had to weigh 176lbs. when he started using the X3. Do any of his “before” photos even remotely look like he weighs only 176lbs.? In his "before" pictures he is no way anywhere close to 176 lbs.. He's easily well over 200 lbs. and was probably in the ballpark of his currently reported weight. I understand that the guy is trying to sell product but this goes beyond creative ad copy and stretching the truth into the territory of outright fabrication.

@hybridresistance 12 дней назад

Thank you for sharing all of that. This is why I wanted this video, so everyone can see the wide variety of responses I often get with regards to bands.

@goblinsgym 17 дней назад

In my experience, hypertrophy is alive and well with bands. An intelligent combination with body weight and maybe some free weight exercises will give even better results. Resistance bands can also be liberating. I train at home during the week, when the gym is too crowded, and go to the gym during the weekend when I have more time and there are fewer people.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

That sounds like a solid plan. I have to do a poll on my channel on how many people are just working out from home or also supplementing with a gym on certain days.

@loulopez554 17 дней назад

Always love your open minded attitude as far to many online trainers have the belief that it's their way or we're all idiots. Great video as always.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Lou. Always appreciate you. You’re probably like in that you can still be a fan of a product but also be realistic about it.

@w.adammandelbaum1805 17 дней назад

Maybe they're called resistance bands because of all the resistance to using them from the stack and rack free weight crowd. We ain't all young guys out here in fitness land, and some of us like our vertebrae and ACL to stay healthy. Bands provide the challenge without the collateral damage.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I think they have a less chance of error for a few reasons, but I don’t they’re totally joint damage free. My friend Stevie Richard’s made a recent video where deadlifts with bands mess up his back bad. I also had times where I’ve overdone it with bands

@dentfit1 17 дней назад

@@hybridresistance This seems to be my experience as well with bands. I've worked out with bands only for 15 years due to personal reason after being fairly an advanced lifter for many many years. Immediate joint aches I used to have went away along with muscle size when I switched to bands but then after a few years of doing it, I started having lower back pain and pain in my trap muscle chronically. Reccently I have finally switched back to weight training and the pain ALL went away even with heavier weights, and of course muscle size is coming back too.

@maxthenova 17 дней назад

Great video and points Mike! I see bands as a sort of swiss army knife of training, they are compact, light, versatile, good at a lot of things but not perfect at any one of them. Any form of progressive resistance will yield results whether it is bands, weights, machines, calisthenics, etc, one just needs consistency. So it is important for the individual to pick what they will use consistently. I am similar to you where I don't like to limit myself to one type of tool, because it keeps things interesting and fun to mix it up, the brain and body likes variety, different stimuli and learning new skills. I would never say that bands are better or as good as weights like some other people as it is comparing apples to oranges, the best tools are those that will be used consistently and keep the user engaged while being aligned with their goals.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Max. I really appreciate that detailed response. I’m right there with you in all of that.

@Resist_The_Band 17 дней назад

I have resist bands and the X3 bar system. I only use them because I'm always on the road. But I would definitely use free weights and resistance band combos if I had the chance. Both compliment each other. What I like about the bar and foot plate systems is you can do compound movements from such a simple tool that can be easily carried around.

@Whatisright 2 часа назад

Learning more about exercise the one thing I learned about my body is it prefers workouts where I use my body. With bands I can work more movements into compound exercises that won't jack me up, they're just more forgiving. Gravity isn't a factor and some movements I can't do with weights, not as safely anyway. There are more immediate ways mid exercise to make anything harder. If the bands are across your back or shoulders for squats, then them stiff arm or do squat shoulder or front presses. I feel they do a lot more for stability because it's not a weight I'm trying to balance, it's my body itself. It's not this static weight I'm feeling. With bands I only feel my body, I can tell before doing most things my form sucks because I feel the suck. That makes doing holds a lot easier too, finding the right position with a load isn't a bodily risk. Can experiment with angles without worry, we can feel as something isn't meant to move "that way" before we're screwed. Lately I've been varying my timing on squats going super slow or holding in either position. Whatever I do, with bands it's more stable because it has to be. At some point it just feels like my body is heavy and it'll want to be in the proper position not just me getting into it. It's a different kind of locking out, more natural. They'll always have an advantage in being able to fit with most of the mechanics of how the body is supposed to or can move. The limiting factor for weights is their load is only effective downwards. But their advantage is overall load. Bands can't get that heavy. Bands make working out fun and more interesting, I can make up or add a movement in the moment. If there wasn't a more perfect tool for getting a squeeze too. For example some of the poses people do to flex or pump their chest, throw a band in there and it's a workout. The very nature of band gives more of a real pump feeling, smoother anyway. A person can be more deliberate and minute. With a few additions a cable and fly machines are useless. For me it's not about getting big, I was fat I'm good on big, plus big means eating more. Bigger meals or more frequently.

@briand5047 17 дней назад

In my pretty basic home gym, my biggest pro for bands is that I train HIT @ a faster pace than average so 2 or 3 band exercises means much less equipment changes while training.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

How long have you been doing that now Brian?

@briand5047 17 дней назад

@@hybridresistance High intensity for a few decades, mostly at gyms. Bands mixed in since the pandemic. Probably would have never used bands if not for gyms closing. I like gym and home gym combo. I prefer legs at a gym. Push and pull I can do @ home (free weight, bw and bands).

@steviem5279 17 дней назад

I'm in my mid-50's and I have the Total Gym FIT, which I got from QVC, about two years ago and also use the Iron Infidel bands, and do a lot of body weight exercises and I get more than enough out of that to get in a good workout and for me it gives me everything I need. I enjoy working with the bands but the key with bands is to have constant tension on them so you're better off having some accessories like a door anchor or something that you can loop the bands too where you can start off a movement with some tension and if you can do that, you will get a nice workout in for yourself. I know the knock on bands is that they eventually wear and you need to replace them but when you look at it, if your band set can last you two to three years you can always buy another set for under $100 so the prices are still reasonable for a good set of bands. Workouts are what you make of them whether it's weights, machines, or bands.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks Stevie. I just saw that they've since changed their name to "Iron Patriot". I think you hit on a bunch of valid and important aspects towards being realistic and getting the most out of bands.

@steviem5279 16 дней назад

@@hybridresistance the Iron Infidel website still has the bands as "Iron Infidel" not sure if they changed their name or if Iron Patriot is another company selling on Amazon, either way, they give me a great workout and I enjoy working out with them. At my age, it's not about looking big or anything like that, it's just being fit and getting your body moving and the perks are people think I'm 10 years younger than I really am. lol. Keep up the great work with the videos!

@edgefinesse4700 День назад

Heres a band hack apply armor all rubber and trim protectant to preserve life of bands..people need to think more logically bands create friction and heat as there stretches and flexed...the armor all negates that and protects the integrity,

@JayB-JayB 17 дней назад

Resistance bands are so versatile. I used to think they were just for physio, but as you demonstrate, Mike, they're a great tool in the toolbox for a full workout.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Jay. What other stuff are you using?

@JayB-JayB 17 дней назад

@hybridresistance my bicycle in the Spring Summer Fall and of course my Total Gym Fit!😂 I've added the resistance bands to it like you showed us and all of your recommended accessories.

@andrewmeyers1853 17 дней назад

Great video. I’m one of the older people who likes bands so I can work at home. I have limited space and I’ve found I don’t using “community” exercise machines at the gym. I’ve really enjoyed the X3 Force bar and the easy way to measure results. Your observations about the benefit of the shorter bar have definitely been spot on. Keep up the great work.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Great to hear Andrew. I get the benefit of hearing all sides from what people prefer and what works for others.

@jeffa1961 17 дней назад

Well said @andrewmeyers1853. I am 63 years old and like this video stresses, I use them and continue to mix it up with weights etc... The part I love about Mike, is I hope most people catch, he not only stresses trying new eqipiment, but his message is you need to mix up what you are doing to stay interested and continue to have fun while working out as well. Like a lot of people, I bought the X3 system and have no regrets at all. Yes, Mike is smack dab on regarding the shorter bar.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks my friend. I sometimes miss this replies on replies messages.

@kriswempa5171 17 дней назад

Thanks for another good video. There are many tools in the tool box, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. It's silly to dismiss a potentially useful tool without trying it out. My use of resistance bands has been mostly limited to adding extra resistance to my Total Gym exercises. I find using bands by themselves cumbersome because I'm focusing too much more on keeping my body anchored than on doing the exercises well. I may have to check out the X3 system because I can see how that type of system could make bands much more pleasant.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thank again Kris for watching. I definetly think people should give it a go. Pretty much everyone I've given bands to in person were surprised how good and versatile they were. The next question inventively is, "can you just use these instead of weights?"

@TomOhle1 15 дней назад

Mike, I think you made some really great points and I find your pragmatic voice of reason to be very refreshing. One thing I’d like to add is that we live in a consumerism culture - youtube is for the most part a sales and advertising engine and I think many folks having separated from their hard earned on the latest and greatest piece of equipment are just looking for that social reassurance that they didn’t make a bad call and waste their money! Personally I think mixing it up with different equipment and modalities is a great way to ratchet up the heart rate, keep the body guessing and keeps things interesting. I’ve narrowed in on Total Gym GTS, Total Gym Rower,, Harambe System, free weights, hacksquat machine and using your videos I’ve been finding fun ways to mix up with plates, bands and dumbells. Could I have made the same ‘progress’ ( in my case) with bands exclusive or Total Gym exclusive… I think if I had absolute discipline , yeah, no doubt. However the thing is, I think i’d get bored easily so the mixing it up, stops my body from getting bored and keeps exericses fun and interesting and something I look forward to, rather than a boring daily routine where I feel like every day is a repeat of the prior day. Just my 0.02. Keep up the great work and hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday.

@hybridresistance 14 дней назад

Thank you so much Tom as usual for a great detailed comment. You and I, I believe are not same page about having tools that keep things interesting in the home gym. I can see where bands would be perfect for what some people are looking for and they may not want anything else, but adding in a thing or two help compliment wouldn't hurt.

@joevaldez3651 17 дней назад

My main form of resistance training is my Total Gym. However I do use bands mainly for leg exercises (along with the squat belt). I'm 66 so the Total Gym and bands are all I think I really need.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Joe. Those two pieces definitely compliment each other.

@sydneybird116 16 дней назад

My new routine is Total Gym for mobility/warm-ups, hex bar squats/deadlifts/farmer carries for lower body, bands for the rest. We will see how that goes. I'm the type of guy that when on vacation, the only exercise that I get is carrying my band gear (was my adjustable dumbbells before) from the house to the car to the hotel room and back again 🤣 Thanks for the video.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks Syndney! Love hearing that update to the program. I wouldn't really count what I'm doing as fully vacation, but since I'm all over the place this summer if I don't pack something my workouts are looking even more sparse.

@pchuck1439 17 дней назад

After using x3 for about 9 weeks, I'm going back to free weights. I do like it, especially for travel but I get better gains on the barbel.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks man. I know you were one on the channel that gave it shot for sure. Heard plenty of stories of people saying as much. I think it's great to hear all of your experience to help other viewers hear others experiences.

@Johnl1800 13 дней назад

I stuck it out longer with the X3 (3 months) but also went back to weights as I found the results to be far superior. Quite frankly I got far better results with a basic routine of weighted push ups, dips and pull up variations than I did with the x3.

@pchuck1439 13 дней назад

@@Johnl1800 Only thing I could see was a slight improvement in my arms. I'm in the x3 cult I mean Facebook group. Most of the transformations were people losing weight and u saw their muscles. I believe Jaquish build his frame using free weights.

@rollietyler3543 7 дней назад

Thank you for the video. Are you going to review the Resistance Band Bar by Sportneer ? It has an interesting new design that I haven't seen in others products.

@hybridresistance 7 дней назад

Thank you. I have seen this, but for the price and what I'm seeing I don't think it's worth the cost. But I will look into it some more.

@Bomber6215 17 дней назад

I love bands but still use weights as well as the speediance gym I recently purchased. I think you summed it up well, they are just another tool in the shed. There are definitely some band exercises that are my favorites and best of all I can take them anywhere to workout. I think their weakest point is tension in the stretched position which many are now saying builds the most muscle. Thanks for the video!

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I do love my Gym Monster. That's actually a topic for another video

@ECIA78 17 дней назад

Hi Mike, as usual a very well measured, agnostic and honest thought from you. Thanks for being able to preserve this approach day in and day out. In latin it’s said “in medio stat virtus” which i attempt to translate as. The judgement which does not fall in to the extremes is the most virtuous. As for bands. I am in with Clench and for many reasons. Most of them are because it’s a serious company (living in a small town in Italy and being delivered the material at super fast speed and incredibly advantageous cost is only one demonstration of that). A broad example is that never in a FREE training session is mentioned a dogmatic superior benefit derived from resistance bands; on the opposite side some of them are performed both with bands and a pair of dumbbells. On my personal experience the advantage of resistance bands has not to be measured vs free weights (i have iron masters adjustable dumbbells), but vs a functional training cable dual pulley machine and they are less effective probably. Albeit the opportunity/ cost and footage is straightforward enforcing the case for at least starting with a resistance band ecosystem and maybe or maybe not at a later stage move on to a big buy on that side. They are still unparalleled for a great warm up and i would say that this alone is a great case for having a set of them at hand. Thanks and best. Emanuele.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thank you so much Emanuele for the detailed comment and your experience over in Italy! I really appreciate those positive comments as well!

@wingandhog 11 дней назад

I use Powerblocks (adjustable dumbbells) and a Gorilla Bow with heavy resistance bands. I’m 64 and this is all I really need to maintain strength. I also walk a few miles each day.

@hybridresistance 10 дней назад

I love it my friend. That's a solid mix right there for overall fitness. Thank you for sharing.

@MC7791 16 дней назад

I would use an X3 bar to keep in shape when I am at home. However I still prefer to use my Total Gym at home. But use what works for you

@outtrigger 17 дней назад

i used to love training with bands but i switched off of it and back to weights because i just need to have numbers with my workouts for my own sanity. once technology like the x3 force bar becomes more ubiquitous maybe i’ll revisit it. for now i just use bands when traveling

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

That's kind of also summarizes another group of comments that I've seen what commented on right there.

@charbelnasr510 17 дней назад

I trained in a gym before so I know a thing or two about free weights. I did bodyweight training too. And almost 6 months ago I started using only bands cause I don't have a gym near me and I can't afford buying a home gym not even the most basic of them I also have no space for a home gym. I have a couple of cheap bands and some diy's like a foot plate and a door anchor and so. I made some gains and I'm really happy with the results. They're better than nothing and that's the most important point. I can afford them. I love how they push me to be more creative to be able to do some exercises. They're not better than free weights but they're not worse by any means. You can build muscles with them you can maintain a healthy body with them. I love free weights but I also really love bands. In conclusion resistance is resistance as you said and you can find a way to over load your muscles with bands with some brain work.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Great comment showing a practical situation where bands can pay off.

@ParkerBinion 17 дней назад

Very interesting, Mike. My biggest issue with bands is that the research shows training at longer muscle lengths is the best use of time. Bands are lightest at this point, and heaviest near lockout where the science says training is less efficient. In addition, bands get easier as the negative progresses, and there is a ton of science on the benefits of eccentric overload. I've never used a sliding bench trainer so I don't know if that's the same weight throughout. I do use suspension trainers where it is heavier in the beginning (more body lean) and lighter at the end (less body lean). I suppose bands would be a nice change of pace and hit a little different for the TRX guys. I use suspension training as a change of pace for my Synapse which allows me to max out the positive and the negative. It's so much better than bands it's not funny.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Thanks Parker. I don't think it would hurt to pick up a cheap band set to incorporate with your suspension training. I know I've had a lot people on the channel who commented that are doing just that.

@avinashtyagi2 17 дней назад

In terms of strength gains, multiple studies and meta analysis have found no real advantage to free weights over bands, and lower levels of Injuries with bands. Note this is in regards to strength gains as opposed to size gains.

@avinashtyagi2 17 дней назад

The stretched muscle partial reps advantage compared to full range appears to be forsize

@taylorpark3544 17 дней назад

I think a major point Skyler King covered was that there are exercises that are amazing with bands since the resistance curve works well with it. It helps cover the opposite resistance curve to free weights. Combining free weight training and resistance band training will cover both sides of the muscle strength curves, giving you a fuller adaptation to resistance curves. I love doing Dumbell bicep curls to really work the lower to mid portion of my biceps best and later do some barbell and resistance band bicep curls to really hit the mid to upper portion of my biceps. Sometimes I'll do it in reverse. But my biceps feel like they can handle both fixed weight and variable resistance better by using both training methods. Same for chest, back, leg and other movements. Both are good and best combined. Its like cardio is good, so is strength training, and combing some of both is ideal for most well rounded athletes. It doesn't need to be one or the other. Well rounded people are often the most adaptable and thus more happy over all in my experience.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Thanks Taylor. I think weights and bands compliment each other perfectly.

@bobl9949 17 дней назад

Hello Mike, i havent seen any updates on the IsoMax. I enjoy isometric holds with dynamic movements.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I've honestly failed on that again. However the last few months my training has been hard with managing time also covering stuff that was coming my home gym. It's one of those things I really just need more time in my workout time to use them how I wanted to. But I know I'll be going back to it again. It's a device that is still unmatched and very cool to say the least.

@emilyng2844 16 дней назад

Hi Mike, i know i already commented on this video but I was thinking if you can do a video on the research on variable resistance and if bands have the same benefit on increasing bone density as well or something like that??

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

That's been on the burner for a while, there's actually a few reasons why I haven't done that one. I did do a light version here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-BfH6Cmufa8I.html There are some very positive research findings on band use, I'd just hope that such a video would still convey that it doesn't suggest that it's bands vs weights, only that each have their own pros / cons.

@danielclifton4589 17 дней назад

I started working out with resistance bands a couple of years ago, and I was probably (at that time) an all-in person. I was 100 percent resistance bands after reading up on them and some of the research, coupled with the promotion by a few brands. I still used resistance bands on a regular basis, but mix it up a bit with bodyweight, suspension training, and kettlebells. The resistance bands are still probably my favorite tool because of the variety of exercises and how I can adjust them, but I love mixing them in with other types. I’m a home workout person, so I don’t go to the gym, and the resistance bands are convenient as well as practical. Are they effective as free weights, I think that depends on your goals. If you’re looking to push your one-rep max or something along those lines, then definitely free weights are the way to go. But if you’re like me (in my mid 50s) and looking to enhance your physical fitness (I enjoy running as well), then resistance bands definitely have their place. Like you said, they’re another tool in your tool box, and for me it’s one I use quite a it (at least three times a week). I’m not a big guy, never will be thanks to my genetics, but I do believe consistent use of bands have helped me get a bit stronger. I’ll continue to use them and mix them in with those other tools I previously mentioned. Consistency is probably the big thing when it comes to working out, and if resistance bands help me, or anyone, be more consistent than I’d say it’s a pretty worthwhile product.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Really appreciate that detailed breakdown Daniel. I think the majority are in your practical situation and rationale behind band use.

@giulianopetronelli4454 16 дней назад

Hey Mike! Love your videos as always man! Quick question. Have you ever heard of the Beckford Bar? If so, do you think you would be interested in doing a review on it and maybe seeing how it compares to the Iron Chest Master? As always keep up the good work brother!

@hybridresistance 14 дней назад

I haven't heard of that one, but I will look into that. Thanks so much!

@giulianopetronelli4454 14 дней назад

@@hybridresistance thank you man!

@user-ci9qi5do5p 17 дней назад

Will resistance bands be as popular as the TotalGym...and will you see the same results as you age if you only use one of them?

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

If I had to pick one, it be a total gym for sure. By obviously both compliment each other nicely.

@edsweeney6843 17 дней назад

I love bands,but use them to augment free weigh5s, machines, cable machines, and kettlebells. I like the negative resistance and feel like I get a better range of motion, and I do think its easier on my joints.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Right there with you Ed. Thanks for the comment.

@verablack3137 17 дней назад

I think the biggest real complaint I have about bands is the resistance curve and that they break on me. I have a Baraban chest expander, and that won't break on me, but it has the same resistance curve issues. The thing I think alot of people don't get though is you can still gain muscle even if the exercise becomes fully shortened biased by the resistance curve, you just have to put a little bit more volume in. Like if I use a cable to do a curl instead of a dumbbell I will get sore biceps faster, so clearly correcting the resistance curve helps, but just like the dumbbell curl works despite not being the highest resistance at the longest muscle length.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

Great points, thanks for sharing that!

@markandrewkoval8920 17 дней назад

I view them just as another tool…great starter piece to test out whether a home gym is right for someone. Convenient for travel too. Kind of similar to calisthenics (seen as inferior for strength like bands) - I do like incorporating (keyword) SOME TRX calisthenics/suspension for training variety sake (boredom, challenge)

@lwskiner 17 дней назад

I have used bands for decades as a supplement to the iron and they have real uses. Every Westside powerlifter has used them in the three lifts, and I see almost no difference in using some thick bands for exercises compared to using a Nautilus machine. Hitting the iron for a couple exercises and finishing with bands for a pump is a powerful combination.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Obviously those guys knew what they were doing and were likely the pioneers of showing bands earn their spot in the resistance training world

@kamrankarin 10 дней назад

I am 64 years old and have been only using bands for the past 8 years and have gained more muscle than ever. I have been working out with weights most of my life, since I was 14 years old , you can actually do all exercises that one does with machines and free weights plus a lot more with bands. You can do exercises, depending on who you grab and use bands, that are actually a lot more effective than free weights. Also is not fair that you picked James Garage to show that he is for only profiting from his line of bands. He has been teaching the proper way of using bands way before he started his own line of bands. Also he has never been hiding that fact that you can buy his bands. Thanks.

@ScottyDan 14 дней назад

Great points, Mike.

@hybridresistance 14 дней назад

Thanks Scotty. Good to see back again in the comment section my friend.

@FrankZen 6 дней назад

I was never sold on bands until I got injured. It took time to find the right groove, movements and resistance but you can definitely maintain and even get stronger with them. I find loops offer the more optimal resistance. I bought a lot of kit around them to make them more weight like though. To the point that I can get just as good a workout as I can from a weight workout. More towards the pump side than the strength side. I'd say they're better for cutting than growing if you're going by body shaping terms.

@hybridresistance 5 дней назад

Thanks for those comments brother. After seeing your in person, I know it's working for you!

@lesliewest815 15 дней назад

I share much of your perspective on resistance bands based on my own experience. As someone who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis since adolescence, I have found that in my late 30s, resistance bands provide a safer workout alternative compared to traditional equipment. They allow me to achieve an effective workout, similar to what I experienced with weights, but without the same risks. My goal has never been to maximize muscle size, but to maintain strength, and resistance bands have enabled me to feel just as strong as I did in my 20s. Ultimately, the key is to align your workout approach with your specific training goals.

@montuckyman4982 17 дней назад

Jusy got the full Harambe K set. First thing i noticed is the start position of squat and deadlift are both the easiest when with real weights its the hardest(for most people). Like zero resistance till your halfway up from a squat. Anyway...itll fill a need.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Definitely true. I do love band d-lifts but when you go back to real weights, you get humbled pretty fast.

@benjaminpujols1914 5 дней назад

I understand what you're saying yeah it's possible to lose strength and mass I personally have never use resistant bands only in the beginning yes I would use the bands only for certain things and and not wait but now I'm using weights but I still use the bands for finishing an exercise like my chest and also to like warm up my chest before I start doing my other warm-ups to hit the workout for my chest as well as for my back and I feel a rock solid hard-ass burn so it definitely does help and and then you can do certain things with bands that you cannot with weights like certain types of range of motion so that you can warm up without actually holding something that's heavy even though 10 lb or something like that may not be very heavy to some people but depending on what kind of warm-up you need for certain body parts like with me my back is extremely essential the bands work nicely cuz I can just walk around the living room as I'm warming up my back if I'm bored just standing there I'm obviously with weights depending on what exercise you're doing you're kind of like locked in a specific position and you can't walk around you've got to stay in that position until you're done

@jamealjordon1376 17 дней назад

Did you ever come across Power Reels a few years ago? Low weight constant resistance item in 3, 5, & 8 lbs. Theyve almost disappeared now, but they might be in this category.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I actually never saw that one.

@circa33 17 дней назад

@mike, are you using the X3 bands for that triceps exercise, or a shorter band? Trying to replicate that but it hangs lower than the pasties on a 70 year old stripper.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I'm using their ParaForce Bands which are 41 inch. I usually have to go heavier with the black, but certainly a shorter band 37s from serious steel or 38s from harambe are also good (got some discount codes in the description box). But I'm weird when I use my x3 and like continuity of using their bands. But the ParaForce as those are much better than their stock bands.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

I wonder if you're not setting up right. Here's video on what I'm doing ru-vid.comRxY-C8PYF0k

@Cab0408 15 дней назад

Bands have come a VERY long way in the last decade. Not a scam at all.

@mushshrap6471 14 дней назад

6:05 - I find this opinion surprising. I've learned that tension is the driver of hypertrophy, so it shouldn't matter what you're using to build muscle, so long as it generates tension, which bands do. I don't think it's a matter of lengthened tension, either, as the research shows that there's only a difference of ~5% in growth, but only for certain muscles and only temporarily. And if it was the difference, you can still apply lengthened tension with lengthened supersets. In short, based on my understanding of the science, I don't see why bands wouldn't be able to add decent size.

@I2k4 14 дней назад

Very rarely comment but with good experience of bands since adopting them during the lockdown, I really don't get the (pricey) bar/platform thing. I used Grage's body and door anchored positioning that lets you change resistance on the fly. My experience over years now is with serious use the out-of-the-box resistance degrades notably over the first year or so, but this can be compensated week to week with hand / foot / door distance anchoring for each use. By contrast, X3 (etc. etc. etc.) lock the band to a single fixed position that can't possibly remain consistent for resistance over time. Do the math - for simplicity for a year, use a particular band stretched to capacity twice a week for three exercises at three sets of 12 reps - that's 108 reps per session or 216 per week = 11232 full stretches per 52 week year! Tell me that same band on a bar and platform is anywhere near its original out of the box resistance???. Don't know how you deal with it, but I've gotten very good band mileage with Grage's technique and really think his 20/10/10/15 variable rep/resistance scheme beats the "standard" ones. (Not carrying any brief for UnderSun, but I noticed they've put some thought into a more protective anchor strap system.)

@hybridresistance 14 дней назад

Love all this, thank you for providing all this insight. No doubt Undersun re-engaged the band game. I still love their style and branding of their bands

@mrsh2167 17 дней назад

My bands help me stay consistent by alternating them with dumbbells, TG, exercise ball, etc. Every workout can be different. I have a thick tube I bought in 1986 and it shows no signs of wearing out.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I want to know what company that is!

@cacaloca5434 17 дней назад

I enjoy using bands for shoulders and arms, but I dont find it that effective for chest. Adding bands to my total gym definately makes it more challenging. I have seen much more improvement ever since adding them, and its even more challenging adding weights in combination.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I've heard that from many people about the lack of stimulus from bands. I think you're right in just finding another tool for that job. Aside from arms and shoulders, back would also be my other body part I think bands work great for.

@traderhines76 17 дней назад

I’ve been working out for over twenty years. Belonged to NYSC to Equinox. I currently live in a building with two gyms. Got my Harambe system two months ago. I don’t even workout in the gym anymore. You absolutely don’t need a ton of equipment to put on muscle. Muscle doesn’t know the difference between weights and resistance bands. Resistance is resistance.

@TheStutenberg 17 дней назад

If you look at influencers who aren't selling products but are selling content you see that kettlebells are hugely popular and my thought on that is that kettlebells are simply super accessible to people. In terms of price, space management and also in terms of learning curve and effectiveness as a single piece of equipment. So it becomes very easy for the influencer to have an audience. I always thought that kettlebell content is far more popular than it should be. Bands aren't popular at all for male content creators. I think the rubber doesn't look as cool as iron but a bigger factor is that we don't have great complete system out there yet that are affordable. You absolutely need a good footplate for heavier lifts and some kind of handle. Ideally that footplate fits also into a cabin size suitcase so you can actually get the probability benefit of resistance bands. Harambe, X3 and Clench are all in the premium price range for now and the amazon products simply aren't there yet in terms of functionality. At least for now. Once we have a compact footplate that can handle 2 heavy bands for deadlifts/squats and a good set of handles that don't elongate the band length too much I think we'll be a lot further.

@theozwalter3009 16 дней назад

I love the portability of them 🥺

@dccd3237 14 дней назад

used to be exclusively, free weights, then exercise machines now resistance fans, and calisthenics. that’s the progression you make as you age and if you do it properly, you may not gain weight, but you will be more than capable and fit than anyone in your age group and functional strength is far more important than gym strength. what I have realized, and the science proves that as you age, you may need to lift more often but less weight so therefore, resistance bands, probably scientifically will end up making a lot of sense.

@waynemccormick4773 8 дней назад

Free weights are better; however, something beats nothing any day. In a perfect world everyone could have a gym membership and always have time to get there or better yet have a fully equipped home gym. I have dumbells barbells and kettle bells but my heavy bands help me use really heavy resistance.

@turjaniczazsombor04 17 дней назад

Bands are great for accessorry work. I think they make many movements possible in a home gym setting without getting expensive equipment. Do your weight/body weight movements and do a few sets of band work, this is the best approach in my opinion. Also play around with the resistance profiles, don't just fatigue the muscle in the shortened position, focus on the lengthened as well and your muscles will be fried

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Great points. I know often I'll grab a band for say tricep press downs, lat pull downs, or other cable related stuff as well.

@Mr2004MCSS 17 дней назад

Nice video. I think people over analyze fitness and get lost in the weeds. Anything that taxes your muscles and make them work is going to benefit you. Your muscles don't know what you are using to create resistance. Over the years I have used pretty much everything out there and pretty much every modality there is in fitness. They all worked as long as I put in the work and stayed consistent. I'm not going to say any one piece of equipment was really that much better than any other piece. They all have their positives and negatives and none of them are perfect.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Great reflective points!

@vincentdesalvo1464 2 дня назад

Like everything bands have a place. Resistance bands are the go to for rehab after surgery not to mention you really have to work at it to cause a injury using bands. Weights and bands together I believe is a great combinations and as you age the bands become a bigger part.

@scotchbudmeister9018 16 дней назад

I think bands are legit used along with traditional gravity fed weights. I have a small spare room gym with 5-90 lb. dumbbells, bench, chin up bar and a couple sets of bands. I'm in my 60s and mostly use the dumbbells. Bands do have their place and can be easier on the joints. Doing a set of split squats with a 3 inch band for 20+ slow reps (or whatever weight makes your legs cry) is pretty humbling if you truly go to failure and can leave your legs sore the next day. Bands are great for assisted chin ups. I'm in the camp of use whatever you can and squeeze each set as close to failure as possible. Freehand exercises, bands, traditional weights.

@rambojohn7118 17 дней назад

I am so glad that you made this video. I am so disappointed and sorry that I spent over $1300 on the X3 and Harambe System and other individual bands. I did my own 30 day test just using bands and I LOST my strength that I had when I went back to free weights. I am so disappointed that the bands did nothing for me. The band system training does not carry over to free weight strength. Bands are a fad or gimmick that I would like to see a actual real MD or scientist come out and put the information out that a band user doesn’t gain this massive strength that the x3 and Harambe and others are pushing even the RU-vidrs that are claiming that you gain this big strength. Bands may get a user cut up some but not the strength gains.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

I'm glad and appreciative that you made this comment my friend. My goal in this video is isn't to hate or praise bands, but really wanted a video that could showcase the huge range of comments I receive since covering them. So I really want this video to encourage people to share their experiences, especially like you who went all in with them.

@cacaloca5434 17 дней назад

If you dont thinks bands are are a good alternstive to weights, I suggest using them for stretching and warm up sets before hitting weights or after. It fixed my shoulder pain and its improving my knee pain. Some NBA players and other athletes train with bands to reduce injury risk. They are also great for traveling

@cacaloca5434 17 дней назад

Bands also helped me improve on pull ups and chin ups

@wilfredotorres6628 17 дней назад

Hi Hybrid resistance, I don't why people are getting so upset bands are just tool like weights but weighty are proven to get you big and thick. Where bands seem better for conditioning with some strength gains. Nonetheless, bands are very effective when using often which is where I find its advantage over weights because it's portability and you can use them as much as possible to 3 to 4 times a day where weights you have to have access to them home gym. And of course you have the difference from bands and weights with variable resistance which is a big part of what bands are all about variable resistance. But there's no doubt that both of them weights and bands and any other form of training bars calisthenics any other little gadgets you may be using all good for training. 0:02

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Amen to that Wilfredo.

@appalachianape4446 17 дней назад

They have their uses, but in my experience aren't great for hypertrophy. great pump, but lacks the resistance needed for efficient stimulus to muscles at there lengthened position.

@traderhines76 17 дней назад

Have you tried resistance band systems? The resistance is actually better with the bands as it gets more challenging on the concentric. I barely like using free weights anymore.

@appalachianape4446 16 дней назад

@@traderhines76 used for several years, tubes and loop style. Great pump, cheap and convenient but just not great for hypertrophy or real world strength. Dr. Mike isretail(Renaissance periodization) brings up the issue of effects of resistance on muscles in a lengthened position. I'm back to bodyweight and weighted bodyweight training.

@mushshrap6471 14 дней назад

This right here is why bands get so much negative attention. You're training with bands incorrectly. Incorporate lengthened supersets: go to concentric failure, keep going until you reach failure and more lengthened positions, eventually failing in the most lengthened position where you can no longer remove the band.

@PaulHo 15 дней назад

I know we're talking about influencers and equipment/gyms, but I'd stock up on those Neleus tanks alone if I could look like you.

@hybridresistance 14 дней назад

Those tank tops honestly hold up very well for being some cheap amazon clothing. Thanks for the positive comment brother

@raulcruz716 16 дней назад

I think it comes down to the saying "It's not what you got but how you use it." And I think the people who tend to rag on bands are the diehard Meatheads who walk around thinking they're in a bodybuilding competition. Most people are just happy being in good shape and physical condition. So if resistance bands can help people accomplish those goals then good on them.

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

You got a good point that for basis aesthetics and "being in good shape", I think the vast majority have no problem with the realistic expectations from bands.

@benjaminpujols1914 5 дней назад

Well I use weights but I also use bands to warm up and one particular band that I bought that goes up to 50 lb to do my best version of cable cross for my chest front and under I don't do crossovers for the upper because it's a bit awkward but outside of that I feel it the resistance is real it is not the same band that you're using and promoting but nevertheless bands are bands and you feel that burn for real when you work your glutes with those rubber band shaped looking type of resistant bands some of them are rubber or plastic whatever they are others are like woven with material as well and I got some of those and they're very heavy as far as the resistant goes like 20 to 25 lb for 1:15 to 20 for the other and I think 30 to 35 for the other in which I have not used yet because I'm not too that level for my glutes yet but there you go

@edgefinesse4700 День назад

Bands have been around since early 1900s, they have been proven exclusively for over 125 years..some of the best physiques have been built from rubber exercisers, no in this day and age has imparted nothing new, and most don't even go to the original source of the ones who came before and wrote master courses on how to employ these protocols..I will say bands have angle of pull and biomechanical alignment and position to activate and recruit muscle properly, along with tempo and breathing mechanisms, bands I will admit are not to be pulled the same way we do weights and that's where in lies the difference you have to know band pumping techniques, which are critical to achieving the benefiets, and the little books and manuals that come with them are b.s and very lacking in proper instruction...bands absolutely can be a standalone protocol..resistance is resistance..tools actually have nothing to do with my muscle as activation..the base level is understanding mind muscle connection..contraction and relaxation and turning muscles on and off, biomechanics amd kinesiology..most fitness instructors fail to teach the most basal knowledge of muscle physiology..the truth is you don't even need tools or apparatus for base physique and strength..one must learn from within internal to manifest external..don't blame tools or apparatus for non results or results or lack of efficiency, if you don't know how to channel internal connections all for is naught...remember it this way whatever external resistance you come against don't you first must internally brace and activate muscles to take on the load..the muscles must be preloaded and fired up in anticipation of the load..the load doesn't work the muscles..the muscles work the load and recruit more fibers to compensate and then they learn to fire and recruit more efficiently enabling a larger production of force, which in terms enables one to effort against higher or heavier Resistance.. basically involuntary resistance allows a voluntary contraction of muscles to support or move the load...basically we're already very strong out the gate..we just have to volitionally tap into it

@sobutterysmooth 17 дней назад

Resistance bands are great, but the way they get marketed definitely make them seem to be gimmicky. However, they work very well and I always will support the honest brands that don’t promote the BS claims (broscience).

@hybridresistance 16 дней назад

I second that for sure.

@real77630 17 дней назад

Depending on your goal, you just want to work out 3 days a week Real quick.Than exercise bands aren't bad. I just Replace my bands. They were seven years old. I'm going to start mixing them in with free weights and machines. Just to change some things up. The strength curve on exercise bands are not that good. With biceps, I'll do a quick set of cable curls Super setted with exercise band curls just To change things up

@proudmisfit4405 17 дней назад

as an athlete bands have been a great tool. i always say these are all tools. everything has purpose. solid video

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

100%

@meso2702 9 дней назад

X3 bar and foot plate using resistance bands works

@hybridresistance 8 дней назад

I love mine for sure

@trollzone1 17 дней назад

Fine for rehab or warm ups. Machines and free weights are the way to go.

@gambitshotshadow1643 17 дней назад

As someone who’s watched your backlog of videos, you were a proponent for using bands (that’s how I found your channel). Now you’re on the fence? And all throughout this video you’re using the X3. I don’t feel like bands are a scam, but rather do what they’re designed to do. And yes, I use bands and free weights. Anyways, thanks for the video.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I don't know if you watched the whole video, but I'm not on the fence at all. I'm literally showing some workouts in the back of the video that I was doing. Only giving feedback (based on the many comments, discussions with companies, and personal use) on what I the state of resistance band use. My basic summary is there "another tool in toolbox". As much as I love them, I would never use them for the my sole source of resistance training. Also on the channel I shared how it was really the x3 (or band board set ups) that I rekindled my interest in bands. I appreciate you watching as always brother.

@gambitshotshadow1643 17 дней назад

@@hybridresistanceI hold your channel in very high esteem! Keep up the great work! BTW, it was your channel that solidified my purchase of the X3, a purchase I do not regret.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

@@gambitshotshadow1643 thanks my friend.

@emilyng2844 17 дней назад

I think im in the minority in which i built my body with bands and bodyweight. I have tried and attempted to go to the gym and get into free weights and machines. However, I realized that my hands are legit too small for the place to hold free weights and having to wait to get our specific lb from the people in the free weight section. I also dislike having to adjust machines as I sometimes takes 10 minutes to adjust when i would have been completed with my set. So, in the end, i just stick to bands and bodyweight. And also recently getting into digital weights. Also, now that i have the serious steel 32 inch bands and harambe 38 inch ones, i don't think im ever going back 😂

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I love it Emily. Thanks so much for sharing that. Defiantly just depends on your goals. On another note there's a lot of people who a set of bands will do all that they really need in a much efficient amount of time / money.

@emilyng2844 17 дней назад

I agree, I also feel like with bands like you allude to, there's an easier learning curve and it's easier to set up exercises as well. Also, like you mention, it doesn't have to be difficult, as long as there's tension throughout the whole range of motion and enough stimulus and challenge, your body will adapt and respond. Also, being on the shorter side, I believe the length of the band to be very important. I really love the serious steel 32 inch bands because now I can feel the whole range of motion and feel like I'm pushing myself 😭. And quality of the bands also affect quality of workout, just my thoughts though. In essence, whichever training tool keeps you consistent and coming back is what you will go with imo

@ConstantinoOfficial 17 дней назад

Great vid as always I think I asked this somewhere else on another video, but is there really any difference having a bar where the ends rotate , I mean what’s really the advantage of this in practical terms?

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Yes, sorry Contantino. Sometimes there's a delay working through the "comment" section. I guess depends on what bar specifically you're comparing it to. Overall it's just a smoother better experience. But I've even made a video showing how a basic pipe can suffice for most exercises. There's a potential to wear the band down a bit, but that can be reduced and not much of a big deal depending on how often and what you're doing with it.

@tonyvalente 17 дней назад

Resistant bands are great for profit because they cost nothing to manufacture and the hype gets people to use them. If you are completely out of shape then it is definitely a way to start .

@jbb8600 16 дней назад

Bands good for back, chest and triceps. Dumbells better for biceps and shoulders.

@stevensauve9944 17 дней назад

Yes IT GOOD 👍

@user-fk8rb8ue5h 17 дней назад

Resistance bands are pretty good for your biceps, triceps and shoulders other than that they're not much use really

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I can appreciate that. I made a video not too long ago talking about how I only use about 5 exercises mainly when I'm using bands.

@FrankZen 6 дней назад

Anyone that knows your channel knows what this is and I'm cool with it. On the other hand, you might draw someone that thinks they're a scam and turn them into a convert.

@hybridresistance 5 дней назад

Tell me about it brother. It's an art to still bring stuff in while maintaining sanity and space. It's the never ending quest for "the perfect setup".

@Abraham_Kist-Okazaki 17 дней назад

I think you really missed the reason why this fad will pass. These days, the emphasis is about focusing in on training the muscle in the stretched position. Bands put the most emphasis on the squeeze and not the stretch. I do think they are useful tools. But they are hardly the thing to make the centerpiece of one's training.

@alecdurbaville6355 17 дней назад

That’s a very easy fix. If you want to overload in the stretch you just use a much heavier band that you can’t perform a full rep with and train the stretch position to failure. Then drop the resistance and do the opposite. And all this ‘scientific study this optimal that’ is also a trend. Most studies are poorly formulated and none show anything regarding meaningful Long term outcomes. The additional benefit you might get from lengthened partials is minimal. Especially if you’re natty what is much more important is the mechanical tension you’re putting the muscle under.

@avinashtyagi2 17 дней назад

Depends on if your goal is strength or hypertrophy

@Abraham_Kist-Okazaki 17 дней назад

@@avinashtyagi2 Strength?? Good luck with that. Tell me when training with bands alone will get you to a 500-pound deadlift and then we can talk.

@Abraham_Kist-Okazaki 17 дней назад

@@alecdurbaville6355 "Especially if you’re natty"??? Buddy, it's natty folks who are pushing this science all over RU-vid.

@avinashtyagi2 14 дней назад

@@Abraham_Kist-Okazaki I was actually referring to your claim that partial reps are better than full ROM. It depends on whether you are going for Hypertrophy or strength

@user-gk4jd1jv4k 17 дней назад

This is the age old super silly argument and the one that many leveled against Arthur Jones of Nautilus many years ago to which he responded very accurately, "What does a barbell do? It provides resistance against movement powered by muscular contraction! What does a Nautilus machine do? It provides resistance against movement powered by muscular contraction, a Nautilus machine IS A BARBELL pure and simple." And Arthur was very correct in this as applying force/tension to the musculature is the stimulus that triggers growth PERIOD! Sorry to say but barbells/dumbbells are NOT magical tools despite what the so called "purists" say, I still use barbells/dumbbells to some extent but they aren't the end all/be all.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

Love that quote. I used that same clip / quote on another video

@user-gk4jd1jv4k 17 дней назад

@@hybridresistance YES SIR!

@aptn22 17 дней назад

Bands are great for a pump, less so much for strength. I think it’s hard to build strength because it’s much harder to incrementally load. Love the travel and and light weight nature of bands though. I love to use them before I got out to golf or when I’m traveling.

@hybridresistance 17 дней назад

I'm not a golfer, but I can see hitting up a band session prior golf would be a good mix for sure.