10 Weird Gym Tools, Explained

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Superband

Think of this like a gigantic rubber band that can fit around your entire body. You may have used these suckers before to do assisted pull-ups (you tie the band around the bar, then step or tuck your knees in the loop to help spring you up during the "pull" part ). But they're also awesome total-body toning tools. Unlike typical resistance bands, there's no fumbling (if you've ever tried to rig a handled

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Photo by: CN Digital Studio

Superband

Think of this like a gigantic rubber band that can fit around your entire body. You may have used these suckers before to do assisted pull-ups (you tie the band around the bar, then step or tuck your knees in the loop to help spring you up during the "pull" part ). But they're also awesome total-body toning tools. Unlike typical resistance bands, there's no fumbling (if you've ever tried to rig a handled resistance band to a doorjamb only to have it fly in your face, you know what we mean). Because the Superband is one huge loop, you are the anchor. Which makes using one-almost anywhere-cake.

Go-to move: Guess what? We think the Superband is so rad, we designed a head-to-toe workout with it. Best? It'll only take you 10 minutes. FYI before you start: The width of a Superband indicates its resistance level. So if you're used to wielding 5-pound dumbbells, opt for a half-inch band. Comfy with 8s and heavier? Try 3/4 to 1 inch.

What it works: Everything! Shoulders, chest, back, abs, butt and legs.

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