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History shows man has been interested in physical and strength enhancement since the times of the ancient Egyptians if the pictures displayed on tombs are any indication, with men portrayed exercising by throwing and swinging rock and sand. Weightlifting competitions date back to early Greek civilization and these events led up to the Greeks creating the Olympic games in 776 B.C. and continued until 393 A.D. when Emperor Theodosis terminated the games stating it was a pagan religous event. Weightlifting competitions have been entered into Olympic events since 1896 after the ban was lifted and women were also able to compete beginning in 2000. Weightlifting and strength training didn't become popular until an easily adjustable barbell was created in 1910 by Alvin Calvert, that allowed the user to conveniently remove or add more weight. More and more people were now training at home and the easy to adjust and handle equipment was eventually implemented by athletic and physical education departments that gave the adjustable barbell even more popularity. The popularity of fitness training and health clubs really took off in the early 1970's when the Nautilus machines came on the scene. This upgraded version of the previous Universal machines allowed the exerciser to work all the muscle groups safely and efficiently with the use of weighted cables and pullies allowing accurate natural movement and resistance. Aerobics also became popular about this time and women were now joining the men at gyms for both weight control and strength training. Also, most if not all athletic sports training facilities utilize both free weights and resistance equipment. I personally used free weights up until I joined The Chicago Health Club (Bally's) in 1973, straight out of high school. After I used the Nautilus, it was nearly all I used for bodybuilding. My routine was to build symetrical cut muscle in the least amount of time and maintain it with the least amount of effort, so resistance training was perfect for me then and still is to this day with 40 minute intense, quality workouts, 3 times a week. Today, there are so many resistance types of equipment out there, it is difficult to choose the device that is right for you. Some work as claim but they are also big and expensive. The simple fact that you are dealing with weight controlled by your own strength in a free weight regimen, gravity can be a dangerous undertaking, with the chance of dropping the weights or weights falling off. It is much easier to get injured with free weights than a resistance type program. One method of resistance training is the use of resistance bands and with the easy ability to add or remove bands or using a resistance color code system you will be able to adjust the resistance quite easily. I use a band system myself that is extremely effective. For almost fifteen years now, I have been using a resistance band workout routine I formulated that imitates the same methods and gets the same total body results I recieved when using the Nautilus equipment. To be successful with a band workout, the bands need to be strategically anchored so you can get the proper movement for the muscle group you are working on. You should be able to comfortably perform at least ten repetitions of any exercise. Bands are also very inexpensive compared to other workout devices and equipment. When used properly and consistantly you can achieve the same results as free weights or resistance equipment. As with free weights the results will depend on the proper resistance, smooth fluid movement and frequency of the workouts. Beginners and bodybuilders, young and old, men and women, fitness conditioning to weight management or for physical rehab or to enhance your athletic prowess, it can all be accomplished safely, with a thought out resistance band workout. Resistance Exercise (RE) studies, have given researchers conclusions of positive end results in the changes that take place when an exerciser performs RE. Not only does the exerciser experience positive physical changes and cardiovascular improvement but positive phsycological changes as well. No one should overlook the potential of resistance bands for strength training or just looking to manage weight or enhance your physical appearance. Bottom line is, strenght training is good for you. My own personal version of a resistance fat burning, muscle building training kit, that I use still today, will be available soon, so keep checking back.
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