Do These Mini Loop Band Workouts To See Massive Results

It’s one of the smallest gym accessories, but it packs the biggest power when it comes to seeing results. It’s the mini loop band, a tiny resistance band that has the ability to sculpt the body to help create a stronger runner.

Mini loop bands are used for strength training, providing a way to get this type of workout without needing a gym. Runners can add a few exercises using their band after their run for about 10 minutes before stretching, or create a 30 to 45-minute complete strength training workout at home.

What Is A Mini Loop Band And How Do I Use One?

Loop bands are stretchy and lightweight dads that wrap around the body such as around the thighs that provide workouts based on resistance. Mini loop bands are just smaller and more portable.

These looped resistance bands work similar to the way weights do. This makes them great for strength training just about anywhere because free weights aren’t needed for the same type of workout. When using the band, the muscle contracts with the stretch to be able to control the movement. The amount of tension can be adjusted based on small movements like bringing the arms closer together for more intensity.

It’s important to master form to prevent injury and properly work for the muscle group. Start with lighter resistance and work to heavy. That’s why it a good idea to get a multi-pack with varying thinness and thickness for light to heavy resistance. These packs are still around $10 to $20.

The Benefits Of Mini Loop Bands

There are many benefits to regularly using mini loop bands. This includes not needing any other gym equipment to strength train as mentioned before. Not only is it convenient, portable and an inexpensive piece of workout gear, it also other benefits runners will appreciate.

Physically, using resistance bands aids in increasing flexibility. Consider these among the best things to use to be able to get a deep stretch in. Runners can benefit from using a mini loop band post run as part of their cooldown to strength and stretch.

Using a loop band is great for those who are new to strength training. It is easy to use and actually allows for more range or motion opposed to using weights. Mini loop bands are also great for those coming back from an injury since there is less pressure on the joints when compared to weights.

Specifically for runners, incorporating mini loop bands to their workouts can further help to tone and strength muscles we sometimes ignore. This includes the arms and shoulders, as well as further working out the glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and hips. This results in less risk of injury as well as enhanced endurance and performance.

Mini Loop Band Workouts

Arms

Many associated mini loop bands with legs and glutes workouts, but it actually is a great way to work out those arms.

Bicep Curls

Work those biceps by wrapping the mini band around the wrists.
Stand feet should-width apart, with wrists also should-width apart.
Lower the arms down and curl back up.
Repeat 5 to 10 reps for 2 to 3 sets.

Shoulder Rotations

Place one arm straight down on your side with the mini loop band around it right above the elbow.
Using the opposite hand, pull the band. The arm pulling should be bend to make a 90-degree angle.
Pull outwards with the wrist straight. You should feel it the shoulders.

T-Shoulder Raise

With deep hip-width apart hold the mini loop band in each hand, arms placing in front of the thighs.
Lift the arms up to shoulder, going up and then out so that the arms are extended horizontally. You should make the letter “T.”
Pull the arms back in front of the chest making sure to keep them straight, and then back down.

LEGS

The following exercise world the hamstrings, quads, outer thighs, and glutes.

Hip Extensions

Stand with mini loop band around the legs, just below the knees.
Place one leg off the ground and lift to the side.
Place it down and repeat on the other side.
Repeat, but now lift the leg so that the foot is straight back. Do this on both sides.
Repeat, but lift foot straight ahead. Do on both sides.

Shuffle Squats

With the mini loop band around the thighs just above the knee get into almost a squat position. Think knees bent and butt low.
Then shuffle to the left and right, keeping the feet quick.

Resistance Marching

With the mini loop band high on the thigh, slowing raise a knee to the chest and lower the legs back down.
Repeat on the other side, pumping the arms while doing so.
Make sure to move slowly and controlled. The idea is to mimic marching in place slowly.

GLUTES

Kickbacks

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and place the mini loop band around the ankles.
With a straight leg, raise it behind you, squeezing the glutes as the leg rises.
Then lower back to the ground, and repeat on the other side.

Bridge

Lay on the floor with the mini loop band above the knees.
Lift the hips to get into a bridge position.
Hold for a few seconds and lower to the ground.

Clamshell

Lie on one side with the mini loop band around the thighs, right above the knee.
Lift the top leg with feet together and tummy tight.
Switch sides after set it done.
(Works glutes, things and abs.)

ABS

Bicycles

Sit on the ground with the mini loop band around the feet.
Lean back to engage the core and place hands behind the head.
Pull the knee to the abs, twisting with the right knee to left elbow and vice versa to crunch. The idea is to pedal like on a bike.

Standing Knee Tuck

With the mini loop band placed around the middle of the feet stand a little wider than hip-width apart.
With hands palm out, raised to the side of the head, lift the left knee and crunch down, lowing the right elbow. Make sure the knee touches the elbow with shoulders straight and not rounded.
Return to the standing position and repeat with the other side.

Do these exercises together to form a complete workout to see massive results when it comes to building muscle strength.