Resistance Band Leg Workout
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Resistance Band Leg Workout Video
Leg Resistance Band Workouts
Leg resistance band workouts are an effective way to increase strength in the legs and increase your fitness! The use of a resistance band will increase the amount of time that your legs are under stress or tension from the band. This means that your muscles will be able to hypertrophy and increase in size. Something to remember when performing leg resistance band workouts is to go slow! Rushing the exercise will inhibit its benefits, so take your time and perform the movements correctly!
Leg and Butt Resistance Band Workouts
Many leg resistance band workouts will also engage the butt (Glutes). Be sure to check out our lower body resistance band workout for a visual demonstration of each of these exercises!
Lateral Walk
Loop one end of the resistance band underneath both feet, twist the band and hold the remaining end in both hands. The twist will cause an X shape in the band. Perform the lateral walk as usual by shifting your weight to the side. Hold lower in the band to create more tension if you need it.
Zercher Squat
Begin in a standing position. One end of the resistance band will be underneath the feet and the remaining end will be held in the crease of both elbows. Squat down while keeping the torso upright and back in a neutral position.
Good Morning
Stand on one end of the resistance band and place the remaining end around your neck. Push your hips back as you lower the torso into a horizontal position. Drive the hips forward to return to the starting position.
Single Leg Deadlift
Place one foot on one end of the resistance band. Loop the remaining end around the neck. Perform a Single-leg Deadlift as you normally would. You may use your hands to hold onto the resistance band. Remember to keep your back straight throughout the movement!
Split Squat
Setup the resistance band in the same manner as the Single-leg Deadlift. Elevate your back leg on a bench and perform a Split Squat. Your leading leg is the foot that will be standing on the resistance band. Don’t forget to switch sides!
Jump Squats
Position the resistance band in the same manner as the Good Morning. When you are ready, perform a Jump Squat. You may hold onto the resistance band to help keep it in place.
HIIT Resistance Band Leg Workouts
Any resistance band workout can easily be turned into a HITT (high-intensity interval training) workout. This is my favorite way to perform a resistance band workout! If you are new to this style of training, start slow with 30 seconds of work and 30 seconds of rest for 3-4 rounds. You can always adjust the work and rest time to suit your abilities and goals.
It can be helpful to download an interval timer to keep you on track during your HITT resistance band leg workout. You can choose to perform a certain number of reps during the work time, or as many reps as possible! HITT workouts are easy to customize and are a great way to keep your heart rate up.
