Resistance band leg workouts are a fantastic way to build strength and muscle without heavy weights. Here’s an effective routine that targets all the major leg muscles:
- Squats: Stand on the band with feet shoulder-width apart, hold the ends, and squat down as if sitting in a chair.
- Lunges: Step on one end of the band and hold the other end at shoulder height, then step back into a lunge.
- Glute Kickbacks: Attach the band to a low anchor point, loop it around your ankle, and kick back against the resistance.
- Horizontal Side Steps: Place the band around your legs just above the knees and step side to side, keeping tension on the band.
- Calf Raises: Stand on the band and raise your heels, pressing up against the band’s resistance.
- Leg Curls: Lie face down, loop the band around your ankle, and pull your heel towards your glutes.
- Glute Bridges: Lie on your back, place the band over your hips, and push through your heels to lift your hips.
For each exercise, aim for 3 sets of 10–15 repetitions. Make sure to choose a band that provides enough resistance to challenge your muscles while still allowing you to complete all reps with good form.
