Peach Bands Review
I'm a Flight Attendant, and This Is the 1 Piece of Workout Gear I Always Pack in My Bag
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I used to work out with dumbbells constantly. Like many women, I was all about those booty gains, so I centreed my routine on squats, deadlifts, and other glute-focussed exercises. I always pushed myself to lift heavier weights, hoping to unlock faster results . . . and then I began feeling sharp pain in my wrists and hands. After weeks with no improvement, a doctor told me the tendons in my wrists were strained, and the dumbbells were likely to blame. I had to stop.
I tried exercising without weights, but I quickly became frustrated. I began working out less and less often, until one day I came across resistance bands on Instagram. I ordered a set of Peach Bands from Amazon, hopeful that they'd breathe some life back into my routine. A few days later, I received four colorful bands, ranging from light to extra heavy, tucked neatly into a little pink pouch.
Any lingering scepticism faded just minutes into my first session — my glutes were on fire. By the end of the workout, I felt incredible, and my wrists were no longer bothering me.
These bands are super effective, but they're also easy to travel with — an added benefit for a flight attendant. I take them to the gym to use during glute activation exercises and tuck them into my suitcase so I can work out from my hotel room anywhere in the world. They're so light and simple to pack, and I love that I can now squeeze in a workout on my layovers.
Not only do I see a difference in my body after using these bands, but I also see a difference in my relationship with working out. I used to pile on weight, which caused my form to suffer after just a few reps. Now I'm able to take my time and really focus on the way my body is moving. I honestly can't imagine my fitness routine without them. Keep reading for details.
The Bands
Peach Bands ($17 for a set of four) are just as cute as they sound, and come in a convenient pouch for women on the go.
How to Use Them
These mini resistance bands are perfect for leg and butt exercises. Each one offers a different level of resistance, ranging from 10 to 12 pounds with the lightest band to 30 to 35 pounds on the upper end. When you're stronger, you can use multiple bands to challenge your muscles.
