Fitness Training Plans Part I12/19/2009 Tis the season to keep on exercising, so here are some fitness training plans using a resistance band. If you are just starting out with exercising, begin with one set of 16 reps of each exercise. For non-beginners, it's okay to perform 2-3 sets of 12-16 reps. As a good rule before any workout, warm up for 5-10 minutes before beginning any routine. As you continue this exercise, start using thicker resistance bands or even adjusting your positioning. 1. Working your Chest Wrap the band around something stable behind you and hold the handles in both hands. Have the tubing run under your armpits with your palms facing each other. Then squeeze your chest and press your arms out in front of you. When done, repeat. For further instruction, watch this: 2. Bent Over Row Center the tube under your feet about shoulder wide so there is resistance, then bend forward at the waist. You want to make sure your back is flat and your abs are tucked in. Now grab the tube close to your feet and bend your elbows to pull the arms up to your chest, squeezing your back... This is a great exercise for your back. For further instruction, watch this: 3. Rear Delt Row Many neglect the back portion of their shoulders, so this is a great exercise. Center the tube under your feet about shoulder wide so there is resistance, then bend forward at the waist. You want to make sure your back is flat and your abs are tucked in. Now pull your elbows back until level with your chest, squeezing the shoulder blades and keeping arms parallel to ground. This exercise is similar to the last one, so watch this for further instruction: Click here for more home fitness training plans starring Ashley.
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