STRETCH BAND EXERCISES FOR BUSY OFFICE-GOERS

In today's fast-paced work culture, long hours and packed schedules often make it hard to prioritize fitness.

- By Bhavna Harchandrai

However, incorporating exercise into your daily routine doesn't have to be a challenge, thanks to stretch bands, also known as therabands. Lightweight, portable and cost-effective, these bands are perfect for strength training anywhere, anytime - even during a lunch break at the office!

Here's How You Can Use A Stretch Band For A Full-body Strength Training Regime:

Lat Pull-Down With Wide Squats

Target Muscles: Upper back, inner thighs, glutes How to Perform:

• Hold the stretch band overhead with both hands, keeping it taut.

• As you squat wide, pull the band down toward your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

• Return to the starting position and repeat for 10-12 reps.

Benefits: Improves posture, strengthens the back and tones the lower body.

Chest Press With Alternate Lunges

Target Muscles: Chest, quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings

How to Perform:

• Anchor the band under your armpits

• Hold the ends of the band and press forward while stepping into a lunge position.