Building muscle and improving mobility without expensive gym equipment is now more accessible than ever, according to a senior fitness expert. Bodyweight exercises offer a free and effective starting point, but they often miss one crucial muscle group.
The Missing Piece in Bodyweight Training
Harry Bullmore, a fitness writer for The Independent, highlights a common challenge for beginners: effectively working the back muscles. While exercises like press-ups strengthen the chest, shoulders and triceps, and squats target the legs, traditional bodyweight routines often neglect the back and biceps.
"Pull-ups or bodyweight rows are the obvious solution, but these exercises require a decent existing level of strength to perform, as well as a pull-up bar," explains Bullmore. For those new to strength training who prefer working out at home, he proposes a better alternative.
Why Resistance Bands Are the Ideal Beginner's Tool
Resistance bands provide a cheap, portable solution that offers the necessary resistance for a comprehensive full-body training plan. Their versatility allows beginners to perform pulling exercises that target the back, something difficult to achieve with bodyweight alone.
During Amazon's Black Friday sale, an exceptional deal is available on the FitBeast pull-up bands set. Previously priced at £31.99, the five-band set is now available for just £19.99. This price reduction makes starting strength training more affordable than ever.
The Complete Training Plan for Total Body Strength
Bullmore has designed a two-day per week full-body resistance band workout specifically for beginners. The plan incorporates the principle of progressive overload - gradually increasing workout difficulty as strength improves - which is crucial for continuous muscle development.
Each session is structured into supersets (pairs of exercises performed back-to-back) to maximize efficiency. The workouts target all major muscle groups: legs, chest, shoulders, back and core. For optimal results, Bullmore recommends performing these sessions on different days with at least 24 hours rest between workouts.
The comprehensive FitBeast set includes five bands of varying resistance levels, a door anchor for back exercises, velcro handles for comfort, and a carry bag. This Black Friday deal represents significant savings for anyone looking to start their fitness journey from home.
