Rotational Power Training Does Not Have to Be Movement Specific
Training rotational power is much more about muscle recruitment and timing versus muscle force production.
As a result you don't just have to swing a golf club to train rotational power in your golf swing.
You don't have to just swing a bat to increase hitting power.
By training high velocity movements, like what is being perform in today's power push workout, you are in turn training the body to generate rotational force quickly. As a result it will transfer into any rotational movement like a golf swing.
The key is being able to accelerate force which means being able to change rep speed. This is only possible by training with a tool the provides a variable resistance which resistance band do.
By applying a resistance band to any rotational movement, you now allow rep speed to be accelerated. This accelerated training is what is needed to increase rotational power.
Today's Rotational Power Push Workout is just one of many ways you can use resistance bands to train rotational power to enhance your golf swing. Golf Strength 360 provides you several ways you can train golf swing power using resistance bands.
For those not familiar with “Contrast Band Training” it involves combining the constant resistance of free weights with the variable resistance of bands.
Applying Contrast Band Training into your weekly strength training workouts allows you to:
Make free weights harder without increasing the weight
Make free weight training more joint friendly
Change up rep speed which you can't do training with free weights alone
Create a stronger muscle contraction at the end of the lift
Learn how to accelerate a weight which fits how we function in life
Make weight lifting more power based without the risk of injury
Contrast band training was developed and is used frequently in the power lifting community but honestly it doesn’t have to involve some of the complex setups you will see used in this training population. I understand power-lifters want to quantify their resistance. However to me the key is the effect of contrast training versus quantifying the resistance.As a result I like to keep contrast training simple while still getting the effect. Below are 4 Easy Contrast Training Setups I will frequently use in my weekly training.When trying these make sure you start with a lower level of band resistance until you become more comfortable with the setup and the movement pattern. However once you have the exercises mastered, I think you will find contrast training to a great way to workout and more than challenging enough when band resistance scaled correctly.Let’s Hit Some Contrast Training.
Bent Over Rows with Bands and Weights
Deadlifts with Bands and Weights
Chest Press with Bands and Weights
Split Squats with Bands and Weights
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Squatting is the grandfather of all lower body movements
I know some may argue the deadlifting is more important. However, when you look at how much we squat throughout the day, to me, squatting still trumps deadlifting.There are 6 Band Squat Setups you can use to strength train the bilateral squat movement. Each of these 6 setups has it own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to strengthening the squat motion.However, when you consider that all of them use bands, it's an absolute guarantee that you will find one that works for you. In this article I take you through each setup and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each band squat setup.
6 Band Squat Setups - Advantages and Disadvantages
1. Double Crossover Squat Setup
Advantages
Frees up the hands to load with dumbbells or other portable free weight tools
It is very easy to use to perform contrast barbell - band squatting
Does not allow for the simultaneous use of free weights or barbells
Video of Setup
3. Band Belt Squat Setup
Advantages
Best way to apply resistance for plyometric squat training
Can be easily used with contrast barbell - band training
Frees up the hands to load with dumbbells and other portable free weight tools
No issues with shoulder discomfort
Adapts to most individual heights
Disadvantages
Can create low back tightness if band setup is left on for an extended period of time
Does not work well with larger band resistance
Actual setup requires a little more time
Need both a large and small band
Video of Setup
4. Dynamic Stabilizer Band Squat Setup
Advantages
Great for individuals who need additional lateral hip stabilization strength with squatting
Frees up the hands to load with dumbbells and other portable free weight tools
No issues with shoulder discomfort
No concerns with individual height
Can be easily used with contrast barbell - band training
Allows squats to be trained anywhere
Allows for plyometric squat training
Creates a horizontal vector load
Disadvantages
Does not provide an external vertical load to the squat
Resistance is limited to body weight only unless you contrast in free weights
Video of Setup
5. Horizontal Vector Squat Setup
Advantages
Creates an opportunity to do assisted squatting
Allows for horizontal vector forces to be applied during squatting
Allows for plyometric squat training
Disadvantages
There is no vertical band resistance load
Resistance is limited to body weight only unless you contrast in free weights
Video of Setup
6. Combined Band Squat Setups
Obviously many of these band squat setups can be combined. For instance, the Rack Setup can be easily combined with either the Dynamic Stabilizer, Double Crossover and Band Belt setups. The Dynamic Stabilizer setup can be easily combined with the Band Belt Setup and Double Crossover Setup.
Advantages
Provides you with the advantages of each setup
Allows for training of the body in multiple planes
Allows for higher loads of band resistance
Disadvantages
Longer setup time
More issues with band pressure discomfort
Requires several more bands
Video of Setup
Summary
Don't stop squatting just because you don't have access to free weights or because your body no longer tolerates traditional free weight or machine based squatting. RBT provides you with endless ways to squat using multiple types of band resisted setups.
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Don't let Father Time take away 2 important elements of functional fitness agility and dynamic balance. Try the Figure 8 Tabata Cone Workout.
As an active adult, working on agility and dynamic balance is important, knowing Father Time is trying to take that away from you. Resistance band training is one of the best ways to work on foot agility while training the body to stay dynamically balanced in standing at all times.The Figure 8 Tabata Cone Workout requires minimal space and was one of the first RBT Workouts I created to work on those 2 elements of functional fitness while creating a fun way to burn fat.
Workout Details
This specific workout requires you to alternate through 4 exercises. These 4 exercises will have you moving in all 3 planes of motion for 20-seconds of work followed by 10-seconds of rest while you switch directions.Cycle through all 4 exercises 5 times for a 20-minute workout. Scale your band resistance (remember to go with a lower resistance until you have balance, rhythm and coordination going well). If you want to bump up the work output, take the intervals up to 30-seconds on and 15-seconds rest.
Fig. 8 Cone Workout 2019
Fig. 8 Cone Workout 2009
Learn how to train all aspects of Functional Fitness
Joint friendliness is the key to the Boulder Shoulder Band Workout being sustainable at any age
The shoulder region is the most frequently injured joint in the body when it comes to training with free weights. As a result, RBT Shoulder Training, especially in the active aging population, has been a game changer over the past 10 years.The Boulder Shoulder Band Workout has not only been an RBT staple shoulder building workout, it has also allowed 1000's of people with nagging shoulder pain, due to long-term weight lifting, to regain complete pain free shoulder functional strength.
Workout Details
Alternate through all 5 shoulder band exercises performing 40 seconds of work followed by 20 seconds of rest while transitioning to the next exercise. Cycle through all 5 exercises 4 times for a 20-minute workout. If needed, you can apply a 60-second rest between cycles.
Boulder Shoulder Workout 2019
Boulder Shoulder Workout 2009
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Spartacus Band Workout 2 applied the same 3 in 1 progression while using more attached versus attachment free band setups. However, the ability to seamlessly flow from one level of progression to the next was even easier to do with attached resistance band training. This makes Spartacus 2 an even more effective interval fat loss, strength training workout.
Workout Details
Like Spartacus 1, alternate through all 5 exercises performing 60 seconds of work followed by 15 seconds of rest while transitioning to the next exercise. Choose the progression or progressions that allow you to chase quality reps throughout the workout. Cycle through all 5 exercises 4 times taking a 60-second rest between cycles.
Spartacus Band Workouts: The Ultimate 3 in 1 Workout
Spartacus Band Workouts were designed in 2009, to demonstrate how easy it was to increase exercise progression following the RBT Method. Using the 3 levels of RBT progression (stationary-mobility-integrated) people were shown, over a 60-second work set, how they could seamlessly flow from one progression to the next while never having to change resistance.
Workout Details
When attempting this workout for the first time, you are welcome to attempt all 3 levels of progression per exercise. However, always choose quality reps over volume.Alternate through 5 exercises (each demonstrating 3 levels of progression from easiest to most challenging) performing 60 seconds of work followed by 15 seconds of rest while transitioning to the next exercise. Cycle through this 5-exercise sequence 4 times, taking an additional 60-second rest between cycles.
The best way to keep weight lifting a part of your weekly workout and avoid constantly beating up your body is to combine bands with weights
I have talked a lot over the years about the importance and benefits of training with a Variable or Ascending "Band" resistance vs always training with a constant free weight resistance. As a 50+ guy, I have found that combining bands with weights is by far the best way to keep some weight lifting into your weekly routine without beating up the joints or placing the body at a higher potential for overuse injuries.The key is learning how to safely apply bands to specific exercises and, in turn, optimize each exercise.
18 Exercises that Combine Bands with Weights
Here are 18 exercise examples of how to contrast train bands with free weights.
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It's easy to understand why bands are the perfect RBT-to-GO training tool.
Bands provide light weight portability, unlimited exercise options and a high amount of easy transportable resistance. However, all of this is only possible if you understand how to set up bands to be used. Understanding seamless band set-ups for specific exercise options eliminates frustration, bands irritating your body and potential injury while allowing you to have a free flowing workout anywhere.That said I am going to take you through 10 set-ups using your Travel Fit Kit and the RBT-to-Go Band Package so you can knockout endless workouts every time you travel.
10 RBT-to-Go One Band Set-Ups
These RBT-to-Go band set-ups will provide you with 100's of exercises to attack you entire body.
1. Looping Around Both Feet
Used to do:
Dead-lifts
Straight Leg Dead-lifts
Single Arm Rows
Seat Rows
2. Simple Pushing Set-Up
Used to do:
Planks
Mt. Climbers
Push Up Variations
Punching Variations
Standing Squat Pushes
3. Advance Pushing Set-Up
4. Standing on Band with 2 Feet Parallel
Used to do:
Rack Squats
Push Press
High Pull
Hammer Curls
5. Standing on Band with 1 Foot Staggered
Used to do:
Incline Chest Press
Military Press
Pull a Part
Single Arm Rambo Press
All Split Squats
Reverse Lunges
6. Small Band Looped into a Larger Band
Used to do:
All Upper Body Vector Exercises
7. Half Crossover Set-Up
Used to do:
Split Squats
Reverse Lunges
Elevated Split Squats
Contrasting in Free Weight with above exercises
8. Single Foot Single Hand Set-Up
Used to do:
Single Arm Upper Body Pressing
All exercises are in The Band Gym Exercise Vault
9. Single Attached Band Set-Up
Used to do:
Single Arm Vector Exercises
Vector Lunges
Vector Split Squats
Vector Reverse Lunges
Core Reaction
10. Adjustable Cable Column
Everything YOU Need to Train when YOU TRAVEL
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[post_excerpt] => Perform these 10 band set-ups using the Travel Fit Kit and Gym-to-Go Band Package so you can knockout endless workouts every time you travel.
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This Upper Body Strength Workout is perfect when time is in demand.
It's also perfect when you want to knock out a workout that hits both strength and metabolic conditioning.
Upper Body Strength Workout
Alternate through all 5 exercises performing each one for 30-seconds on, 15-seconds off. That will be one round. Complete 5 total rounds for a 25-minute workout. Rest between rounds if needed.
Exercises
Squat Row
Chest Press
Bent-Over Press
Curl
Triceps Press
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[post_excerpt] => Thunder Band Workout Finisher will allow you to hit the entire body in 6 minutes. However, if you want more, here are two other ways to set up this workout.
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Now that you've purchased your Quantum Band Package, here are 6 steps you can follow to start working out with RBT
6 Steps to Getting Started with Resistance Band Training
1. Choose and master your first workout
Pick 6 exercises you can perform with your band package and master these 6 exercises. Don't worry about how many reps or sets. Choose a band resistance that allows you to easily perform each exercise.
Here are 12 attachment free exercises to consider
2. Fill out the RBT workout template
Once you have mastered these 6 exercises, right click and save this workout template to your computer. Fill in the 6 exercises on the template, and you have your first RBT workout.
It's now time to start making your body stronger by performing your first workout 3 times over a 6 day period.
4. Create and master your second workout
Now lets create your second workout by learning 6 new exercises. Master these 6 exercises like you did the previous. I would recommend doing your first workout every 2 days. Use the off day or the next workout day as time to practice the new exercises.
Here are 10 attached band exercises to consider
5. Add your second workout to the RBT workout template
Put these 6 exercises in the same workout template to create a second workout.
6. Perform each workout twice a week
Once you have both workouts going, take 2 weeks and alternate between the 2 workouts. Perform each workout at least twice throughout a week.
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[post_excerpt] => Wondering what to do after you've purchased your Quantum Bands Package? Here are 6 steps to getting started with resistance band training.
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[post_excerpt] => No time for 2-hour bodybuilding workouts that beat up your body? Start training any specific body part or movement pattern using Express Band Complex Workouts.
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[post_content] => For active aging adults, who love to workout with weights, contrast band training is the easiest and most joint friendly way to keep weight lifting a part of your weekly workout routine without beating up and aging your body.
Why Contrast Band Training?
Less free weight resistance required
Less load on your spine and peripheral joints
Allows you to train in different movement patterns
Allows you to apply resistance in different directions besides vertically
Applies resistance through the entire range of motion
Allows you to change up repetition speed
Helps improve end range joint stability and injury prevention
Makes lifting weights more portable due to less weight needed
“Stop Beating Up Your Body Lifting Weights Only ... Contrast Band Train and Start Feeling, Moving and Looking Your BEST”
4 Ways to Program in Contrast Band Training
1. Alternating between band resistance and free weight resistance
The easiest way to contrast band train is by alternating between a band resistance exercise and a free weight resistance exercise that trains similar muscles or movements.An example of this would be Kneeling DB Shoulder Press followed by Kneeling Band Press. This can be done several ways but my recommendation for the active aging adult is to do 3 to 4 sets of band presses followed by 3 to 4 sets of dumbbell presses.Doing the band resisted exercise first activates the stabilizing muscle better and creates a safer warm-up effect. This makes it easier on the joints when free weight training is initiated.
Contrast Band Training - Shoulder Press Example
2. Combine free weight resistance with band resistance simultaneously (Dave's Favorite Option)
To me this is one of the most effective ways to contrast band train. However, it may require more set up and a higher level of strength training skill. Typically the setup involves attaching bands to the actual free weight exercise.For example, attaching bands to the barbell when doing squats or bench presses. However, it could also entail attaching the band resistance to the body and then performing the free weight resisted movement.For example, using the crossover band setup with squatting. Regardless which approach is applied, the ability to work against both types of resistance simultaneously is the goal.
3. Do primary strength exercise with free weight resistance followed by auxiliary exercises with band resistance
The #1 goal behind contrast band training as an active aging adult is to stimulate the nervous system using different types of resistance. Therefore, simulating the same movements with band and free weights is not necessary.Another effective way to contrast train is to perform the primary strength building movement with free weight resistance. Then apply band resistance while performing the auxiliary strength movements. For example, body weight pull ups followed by a band high attached pulling circuit. The primary pulling muscles are stimulated by the free weight resistance and then stimulated in different planes of movement by band resistance.
4. Do a movement or muscle specific primer workout with band resistance and then a strength specific workout with free weight resistance
Band resistance is obviously more joint friendly than free weight resistance. This is why I will often contrast the two by performing a "primer workout" that is synergistic with the movement or muscles I plan to train that day.A good example of this is my regular overhead pressing and pulling day that includes some type of free weight overhead press or pulling movement. On these days, I will always incorporate a 30 on, 15 off interval band circuit that includes the following exercises:
Primer Workout Ideas
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[post_content] => Resistance Band Training is perfect for senior fitness enthusiasts for several reasons. However, without a proven Senior Band Training Blueprint to follow, it's difficult to develop early training success.
Why Train with Bands as a Senior Fitness Enthusiast?
1. A band's light weight portability makes it easy to strength train, anywhere. Therefore, exercising at home, versus having to go to a gym, becomes a very achievable option.2. The ability to attach a band and perform exercises against a horizontally directed resistance is going to be more joint friendly. This is because it eliminates having to load the spine, knees and hips with vertical compressive forces that come with lifting weights. As a result, strength training with bands using horizontal forces becomes a more sustainable exercise option.3. Senior band training provides active aging adults with the ability to apply resistance to "real world" movements like forward walking, side walking, step-ups and even controlled stationary running. Maintaining optimal strength, balance and coordination with these movements is key to maintaining a high level of "real world" movement control as the body ages.4. A single resistance band has a resistance variability of 30 to 40 lbs. If the bands are linked together this resistance variability increases to over 60 lbs of variability. With this level of resistance variability it allows seniors to safely exercise with an optimal level of resistance regardless of the exercise.5. Lastly a band is soft. Therefore, there is no concern with dropping a weight or having to hold a weight for an extended period of time. This can be an obstacle to achieving a good workout for a senior fitness enthusiast.
Where to Start???
Best Set-UpsThere are two band set-ups that I find are the most senior friendly when it comes to learning how to safely train with bands.Linked Up Band SystemSmall Band Looped into Larger BandBoth of these set-ups increase the length of the band training system. This in turn increases resistance variability as discussed above. As a result, these set-ups make it easier to exercise with a safe and optimal level of resistance. This is not going to place the body at risk of injury if resistance becomes too great with fatigue.
Best Senior Friendly Band Exercises
In training 100's of active aging adults over the years, I have identified the best 14 attached band exercises to implement first when starting a senior band training program.
Assisted or Unassisted Single Arm Chest Press
Attached Pull a Part
Assisted or Unassisted Single Arm Squat Rows
Assisted Single Arm Bent-Over Press
Overhead Towel Triceps Press
Bicep Curl
Resisted Marching
Rhythmical Reaching
BAR Assisted 13" Band Squats
Assisted or Unassisted Horizontal Split Squat
Elevated Mt Climber
Elevated Burpee
Resisted Side Walking
Wall Assisted or Unassisted Step Up
Modifications that Make Senior Band Training Easier and Safer
The key to senior band training is making sure you can perform a full range of motion with each exercise. To do this you will need to have a high level of balance and core stabilization. Here are 5 ways to modify an exercise to ensure balance, core stabilization and full range of motion are at optimal levels.
Decrease the speed of a repetition which will decrease need stabilization demand
Create a 3rd point of contact with the free hand to increase base of support
Decrease amplitude of movement under tension which makes staying balanced easier
Decrease band starting resistance since lower resistance requires less core stabilization
Increase length of band training system to increase resistance variability which helps optimize resistance used
Any band exercise can be modified to fit any level of senior fitness. The key is to successfully master each exercise or movement first using a band resistance. That ensures balance and full range of motion is able to be optimally maintained. Applying this plan, senior band training will be successful.
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Start learning how to combine "constant free weight resistance" with "variable band resistance" and begin feeling the impact "Contrast Training" has on your body.
There are 6 Band Squat Setups you can use to strength train the bilateral squat movement. Each of these 6 setups has it own advantages and disadvantages when it comes to strengthening the squat motion.
The Figure 8 Tabata Cone Workout requires minimal space and was one of the first RBT Workouts created to maintain foot agility while training the body to stay dynamically balanced at all times.
The Boulder Shoulder Workout has not only been an RBT staple shoulder building workout, it has also allowed 1000's of people with nagging shoulder pain, due to long term weight lifting, to regain complete pain free shoulder functional strength.
Thunder Band Workout Finisher will allow you to hit the entire body in 6 minutes. However, if you want more, here are two other ways to set up this workout.
No time for 2-hour bodybuilding workouts that beat up your body? Start training any specific body part or movement pattern using Express Band Complex Workouts.
For active aging adults, who love to workout with weights, contrast band training is the easiest and most joint friendly way to keep weight lifting into your weekly workout routine without beating up and aging your body.
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