Can resistance bands be used instead of heavyweights in some workout to avoid injury? And are resistance bands effective for building muscles?

[Anonymous]

[Sonorous]

Yeah.

For instance, I notice that my progress with pullups has increase since I've incorporated resistance bands. Without them, I'm not able to do as many reps with good form, tension, stretch, etc. So by adding resistance bands, I'm able to still keep tension so that the sets are hard & close to failure. But it's way easier on my joints & connective tissues (for better recovery & less risk of overtraining) while allowing me to control the movement more which recruits better stimulus which translates to a faster progression of strength, size, etc.

[AviatorTom]

I have a set of resistance bands that I sometimes use at home. I don't go to the gym, and the bands provide a reasonable workout. They're much easier to handle than weights or a large exercise machine.

You just need to make sure they are properly anchored. It hurts when they unexpectedly spring and hit you. Don't ask how I know that. 🤔

[msss98]

Not as effective as weights but definetly if you are doing it with intensity they can be good

[LiamJHayden]

Yes.

[Walksbehindtherows]

I don't think so

[Asker]

Resistance band not working?