Strength Training on a Budget - Episode 11

As the economy eats away at our gas, food, and even homes, gym memberships seem to be one of the first corners to cut to save a few bucks. Problem is, while your wallet may grow fatter… you could, too! Don’t freak out, though. There’s a good alternative to a $60 a month gym membership that can keep you just as fit: resistance bands.

Resistance bands build up strength like free weights do. The difference, however, is that they require more stability and control, and force your muscles to work in more varying ranges of motion. These bands come in a variety of resistance levels and are great for people who travel, have minimal living space, or are on a tight budget.

They may be a little intimidating at first, so check out my podcast to see how you can get a good workout with these stretchy bands while stretching your dollar at the same time!

If you like what you see, I recommend visiting SPRI website for a set of bands just like mine. If you’re in the Metro Detroit area, Fitness Things also carries them for a great price!