Progressive resistance refers to the changing level of resistance experienced during a movement. It's often associated with resistance bands, where the resistance increases as the band is stretched, unlike the consistent resistance provided by free weights. Progressive resistance is a significant advantage of resistance bands because it aligns perfectly with the strength curve of the exercise.

Let's take the Biceps Curl, for example. At the start of the movement, where your strength is at its lowest, you'll feel less resistance. As you reach the end of the motion, where your strength is at its peak, the resistance increases. This ingenious mechanism enables you to apply substantial resistance while protecting your joints.

However, there's a potential drawback to progressive resistance. If the resistance is too low or your form is incorrect, the muscle may not remain fully engaged throughout the entire range of motion, limiting its potential for muscle growth.

To overcome this limitation, it's crucial to start stretching the elastic bands right from the beginning of the movement, ensuring continuous tension throughout the exercise. That's why our resistance bands are carefully designed to provide approximately 60% of their maximum intensity right from the start of the exercise. We've considered resistance, composition, and size to create training bands that facilitate optimal tension.

Moreover, SmartWorkout offers comprehensive tutorials for each exercise, guiding you on proper band placement and ensuring you feel the tension right from the outset.

In conclusion, progressive resistance is not a hindrance to muscle building, as long as the muscle remains under tension throughout the entire exercise.

Absolutely! Resistance bands are effective tools for weight loss and can help you sculpt your physique if that's your goal.

Successful weight loss requires achieving a calorie deficit, which means burning more calories than you consume. To accomplish this, you can manipulate two key factors: reducing calorie intake through a balanced and nutritious diet and increasing calorie expenditure through regular physical exercise.

In terms of exercise, SmartWorkout Elite offers a diverse range of resistance band workouts that engage your muscles, boost your metabolism, and increase calorie burn.

However, it's important to approach weight loss in a sustainable and healthy way. Instead of relying on quick-fix diets or rigorous workout regimens, focus on adopting long-term lifestyle changes that promote gradual and lasting results. With this in mind, we recommend following our "Strong & Beautiful" resistance band workout plan, specifically designed to support your fat loss journey.

Absolutely! Resistance bands are an excellent choice for beginners because they offer progressive resistance, helping you build strength, stability, and coordination—essential foundations for more advanced strength exercises. Moreover, they are gentle on the joints, reducing stress on tendons and ligaments compared to free weights.

Starting with low-resistance bands and mastering the fundamental movements is essential before progressing to higher resistance levels or more advanced exercises.

Our resistance band set is perfectly suited for beginners. It features adjustable resistance, ranging from 5 KG to 120 KG, allowing for progressive overload as you develop your strength. Our tutorials and instructional videos will guide you through the basic exercises, and our three resistance band workout plans incorporate effective strength training principles to maximize your results.

As an added bonus, our Express training program is ideal for beginners. It emphasizes fundamental compound exercises and has a 20-minute format, making it a gradual and manageable way to start without feeling overwhelmed. The best part? It's completely FREE on the SmartWorkout app.

Sure things! Even if you're an experienced fitness enthusiast, integrating resistance bands into your training regimen can offer significant benefits.

Resistance bands provide the necessary load to stimulate muscle growth and enhance strength while also prioritizing joint safety. They offer a wide range of exercises and various angles of work, allowing you to effectively target and engage all muscle groups in a balanced way. Additionally, incorporating resistance bands adds diversity to your workout routine, which can be a valuable factor for accelerating your progress.

However, it's crucial to choose resistance bands that align with your fitness level and to progressively increase the intensity of your workouts through the concept of progressive overload. Our resistance band bar, capable of withstanding up to 200 KG of resistance for specific exercises, is perfectly suited to meet this requirement!

Absolutely! We've meticulously designed our resistance band set to accommodate a wide range of individuals, regardless of their body shape or size.

When it comes to height, SmartWorkout Elite is optimized for individuals ranging from 1.55m to 2.10m.

• For individuals on the shorter side, particularly in exercises where foot support is crucial, such as Biceps Curls, Squats, and Lunges, you might notice a slightly lower resistance compared to taller individuals using the same band tension. This occurs because the elastic bands are less stretched for shorter individuals. To fully experience the resistance, you can adjust your foot positioning accordingly.
• If you're taller than 1.90m, there are a couple of exercises where you should exercise caution to avoid excessive strain on the bands:
  - Overhead Press: It's advisable to block the resistance band with a single foot instead of both feet to minimize band stretching.
  - Squats: We recommend substituting Squats with Lunges (with one foot on the bands) to limit excessive stretching.
  The height factor doesn't significantly affect exercises that rely on supports other than the feet, such as door anchors.
  Regardless of your height, it's crucial to avoid stretching the elastic bands more than four times their initial length to prevent weakening. Proper band positioning plays a significant role in their stretching, and it's not solely dependent on your height.
  

In terms of body shape, the equipment's effectiveness remains consistent regardless of weight. Our resistance band set caters to individuals of all sizes and accommodates various fitness goals, including muscle gain and weight loss.
If you're overweight, SmartWorkout Elite is an excellent choice for engaging in physical activity. However, we do recommend consulting a qualified healthcare professional before starting any intense physical routines.

Regarding age, SmartWorkout Elite is suitable for a broad audience thanks to its wide resistance range (from 5kg to 120kg). While there's no specific minimum age for beginning resistance training, it's generally advisable to wait until adolescence (around 14 years old) before embarking on a serious and structured gym routine. This precaution ensures the safety of bone and muscle growth.
Resistance bands are an exceptional option for older individuals looking to maintain their health and mobility. These bands provide joint-friendly exercise and support low-impact strength training routines, making them a versatile choice for various age group

Total Weight & Dimension: Our resistance band set weighs approximately 2.5 KG without packaging and 3.0 KG with packaging. On delivery, the Elite pack is packaged in a carton of 58 x 9,5 x 11,5 cm.

Resistance Bar Dimensions: The resistance bar measures 106 cm in total length. It can be conveniently detached into two parts, each measuring 53 cm. The bar has a diameter of 3.3 cm and weighs approximately 1.2 KG. It's constructed from iron and features a comfortable foam covering for enhanced grip and comfort during workouts.

Resistance Bands Features: SmartWorkout Elite includes 7 elastic bands, each measuring 120 cm in length. These bands are designed to stretch up to 4 times their initial size without sustaining any damage. They are crafted from 100% natural latex, known for its exceptional durability and flexibility. The band attachments are made of high-quality stainless steel for secure and reliable connections.

Portability: SmartWorkout Elite is highly portable and can easily fit into a gym bag with a length greater than 53 cm, such as our SmartWorkout bag. This makes it convenient to take your workout equipment with you wherever you go. However, please be aware that while the equipment can fit into a cabin-sized suitcase, the resistance bar is not permitted as cabin baggage due to safety regulations.

Our resistance band workout programs are available on the SmartWorkout app! There are easy to follow and give your fitness journey the boots it needs.
To access it, simply download the SmartWorkout – ENG app on your smartphone, downloadable on IOS and Android.

Access to the app is completely free and includes:
- 2 elastic bands workout programs,
- 1 Library of over 50 exercises
- Tracking feature.
In addition, it is possible to unlock the SmartGains program (strength training program with resistance bands) for a one-time payment of 5€.

Here is a short description the programs :

SmartGains Workout Program :

• Goal: Hypertrophy (muscle volume) and Strength
• Sessions Push/ Pull/ Legs over 9 weeks
• 50 mn / session; 5 sessions /week

The number of sets and reps varies over the course of the program: the first few weeks have a high number of reps while the last few weeks contain a lower number of reps to emphasize strength.
The goal of the program is to gain maximum muscle volume over 8 weeks.

Express Workout Program :

• Goal: Athletic & Fit
• Full Body sessions over 8 weeks
• 20 mn / session; 4 sessions / week

Each session is a full-body workout composed of mostly polyarticular exercises. The exercises are to be performed in a single series until muscular failure.
The goal of the program is to grow muscle quickly, in less than 20 minutes a day.

Strong & Beautiful Workout Program:

• Goal: Tone (Focus Legs) & Weight Loss
• Split sessions over 6 weeks
• 45 mn / session; 5 sessions / week

The program consists of 2 leg sessions, 2 Full Body sessions and 1 Cardio/Abdo session per week.
The goal of the program is to build muscle while burning calories.

The SmartWorkout - ENG application is only available in English. If you prefer content on other language, no problem: our 3 programs have been translated into local language and are available in PDF format in your digital space.

Click on this link if you want more information about the SmartWorkout App.