4 Reasons You Should Train With Resistance Bands
Resistance training is a great tool to improve your health and wellness, reduce your risk of injury, and promote longevity. It helps strengthen and increase muscle mass, maintain bone density and joint health, and improve mobility…
…But where do we start? Should we use resistance bands or free weights to train? Many people are familiar with free weights (e.g. picking up a dumbbell and curling it.) Although they both offer similar benefits, both tools differ for many reasons. Let’s dive into how they differ, and why you should consider implementing resistance bands into your exercise routine.
Is Back Pain Normal?
Chances are, if you are reading this, you may have had back pain at some point. Back pain comes in different forms, from an acute sharp strain to a more chronic nagging ache that you learn to “live with.” It can be a twinge if you “move wrong” or the most debilitating thing that occupies your mind 24/7. You were probably told you were moving a wrong way, it’s due to arthritis, or it’s because of your posture, etc. Probably not likely. What if I told you back pain can be normal, and it is just a part of life? Let me explain…