Resistance bands are a huge part of our training philosophy. But, that doesn’t mean there is a one size fits all resistance band out there. We use a variety of different resistance bands in our training. No resistance band is better than any other one, they all have the uses. The real question is which type of resistance band should you use for each specific type of training.

Mobility Resistance Bands

Onnit’s Mobility Resistance Band is wider than typical resistance bands and it is has a more comfortable feel to it, making it perfect for stretching and mobility exercises. Also, when training rehab or prehab, the mobility resistance band is a great implement. Any rotator cuff, hip, or ankle activation exercises should be done with this style of resistance band.

Savage Resistance Band

Heavy duty strength resistance bands, on the other hand, are great for exactly what you would think…..building strength. Do to a thicker design, they create much more resistance than the mobility resistance band. Strength resistance bands are great for attaching to the barbell for strength exercises, such as bench pressing, deadlifting, and squatting with the strength resistance band. These movements are more for the advanced lifter, but definitely have a place in an intelligently designed strength training program.