It's been years since I have done pull ups on a regular basis. Getting back into pull ups isn't something you just "do," from my experience. I don't have the time to get to the gym to complete the full workout routines to strengthen my back enough, so these mummy bands are a real boon! There is a tiny learning curve while you get used to the assistance and enhanced swinging from the bands. Once you get past that, which only takes a few pull-up sets, you are knocking out reps. They aren't easy, but they are possible. Ando each time you hit your goal with your current band, you grab one with less assistance and hit the bar. I haven't hit zero resistance yet, but I'm well on my way. And when I am finally able to bust out 30 pull-ups on my own, the bands are there to help me on my"off " days when something just isn't right (ate wrong, slept poorly, etc. ) and to help me reach additional goals. I fully intend on using them to increase my raw strength as well by using them as a tether so that I can weigh 200lbs, but be able to pull-up more than my bodyweight. I have a 6mo old son and I can only imagine how much fun it will be to have him hanging from my shoulders as I teach him how fun exercising can be.
As you can see in the picture, you can set up all your bands at once since they do not require a "perfect" angle to be effective. This makes switching from band to band in a single workout a breeze. Adding additional assistance when you hit a wall only takes a few seconds so you don't lose your momentum if you are looking to grab those last few reps before failure.
And the Mummy Bands aren't just for pull-ups... no, they can be used for push-ups, squats, lunges. If it is a bodyweight workout, the bands can enhance it.
As for quality, the bands are very similar to surgical tubing used by hospitals. Very durable and very strong. I expect that they will last me a very long time. And even when I do have to replace them, the price is very good.
I have to go. The pull-up bar is calling.
| Brand | MummyFit |
|---|---|
| Material | Natural Rubber |
| Color | Black |
| Sport | Exercise And Fitness/Stretching/Pilates |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Photo |
| Special Feature | Heavy Duty |
| Style | Resistance Bands,Pull Up |
| Tension Level | 175 pounds |
| Number of Resistance Levels | 1 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 11 x 3 x 1.4 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.16 Kilograms |
| Brand Name | MummyFit |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | MummyFit |
| Part Number | 15360 |
