I would like to find out more research based on resistance bands/tubing and it effectivness.

Hi Marietta. There are definitely many benefits to using elastic resistance, in the form of bands and tubes, on improving strength, endurance, balance, coordination and core strength. I have been using resistance bands and tubes for years and love them! I would suggest conducting a very simple Google (or whatever search engine you prefer) search with a search question like “what are the benefits of resistance band/tubes” or “exercising with resistance bands/tubes…” This should give you a plethora of results that you can cull through and read. As with any research, be careful of the ‘source(s)’ that you read from as information on the internet or any medium is only as good as the source.

I hope that this helps.

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com

Hi Marietta,

I would recommend for you to search Juan Carlos Santana. He has done some great work using resistance bands and incorporating into any training program for athletes or not. I also use resistance bands frequently with my clients for all those reasons you’ve mentioned in your question. I hope this helps.

Best,
Harris

Look at your certifying body and the research they put out. If you like the hard core research you can read the NSCA Strength and Conditioning Journal. I know they have research on the effectiveness of bands and tubing.

Live Good,
Mac Dodds
livegoodfitness.com