Strength Training Articles and Programs
Reverse Band Incline Press
This isn't a common exercise but it great variation to throw in as well as a great way to do inclines if you have shoulder problems.
Pull-Thru Band Goodmorning
Loop the band around the base of the rack. Place the other end of the band around your neck.
Double Band Rack Pulls
Take a band (band strength depends on your strength and how much extra tension you want to add to the DL).
Reverse Band 3 Board Press
This lift isn't very popular but I have seen it done by lifters wishing to do something very different and for those that do have shoulder problems.
Reverse Band 5 Board Press
This lift is usually only done by lifters that have a very long wingspan and have a very large ROM.
Good Mornings with Bands
This is an excellent exercise to develop your low back, glutes and hamstrings.
Hip Squat with Bands
This is a special exercise I use to teach the hips to fire while keeping the back arched.
Brockensteins (Band Pull-Outs)
Grab the bar with your bench grip and pull the bar out like you were going to bench.
Body Weight Row (fat man row) w/ Band
For this exercise, perform a traditional body weight row with a band.
Pin Pulls with Double Mini Bands
Using Bands with Pin Pulls is a great way to get extra work out of the glutes.
Low Row with Band
Attach two bands (any size, depending on your strength level), each to one side of the power rack. Run a lat pull bar through the middle of the bands.
Leg Raises with Mini Band (med ball)
Loop a mini band to a power rack or other stable piece of equipment.
Fat Bar - Reverse Band Press
This movement is performed by attaching a band around the top of your power rack.
Bench Pressing w/ Bands Around Wrists
If you have no idea what we mean when we tell you to pull the bar apart when you bench then this is the movement for you.
