Now that you have purchased resistance bands, what's next? What do you do and for how long? Even though there are not any clear-cut rules and regulations on incorporating resistance bands into your regimen, the exercise possibilities are unlimited. And just because resistance bands are merely stretchable latex, it does not mean your fitness movements are restricted.

Try these resistance band exercises on for fun, flexibility and fitness.

The Resistance Band Lat Pull

1. Standing with your feet apart at shoulderOs length in an upright position, take hold of the resistance band. (The exercise tube can be secured around a tree trunk, pole, pillar or fence). Remember to contract the abdominal muscles while you keep your chest up and shoulders down.

2. Pull the resistance band toward your stomach with the following objectives: the abdomen contracted in while bringing the shoulder blades together in a well-balanced motion.

3. Once the elbow joints are in alignment with your shoulders, alter the motion back.

4. Lower the exercise band, and stop right before the elbow joints are in a straight line. Then reverse the movement working backwards.

Duo Shoulder Strengthener

1. With your feet shoulder-hip width apart, place the resistance band underneath your feet. Assume a position where the back is perfectly aligned versus arched)

2. With your hands out in front of you and your elbows out at shoulder width, lower the bands to start the exercise. Pulling the resistance tube straight up towards the shoulders, keep your palms facing in with elbows slightly pointed out. The band should be in alignment with your legs and body. For the best strength benefits, do not forget to keep your abdomens sucked and the buttocks contracted. (10 to 16 repetitions)