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VIDEO: 7-Minute Seated Resistance Band Workout for Upper Body

Tone Your Arms with These Kneeling and Seated Exercises

-- By Nicole Nichols, Fitness Instructor
For more information about this video, please scroll down to read the text below the video player.



About This Workout
In this workout, Coach Nicole will lead you through a series of upper body exercises (plus stretches) that you can do anywhere: at home, at work, on vacation or at the gym!
  • Length: 7 minutes
  • Equipment: A resistance band and a mat (optional) for cushioning
  • Type of Workout: Strength training (toning) & flexibility
  • Muscles Worked: Arms (biceps and triceps), shoulders, upper back, chest
  • Fitness Level: Beginner to advanced
  • Impact: No-impact
  • Safety Precautions: Be extra careful when anchoring your resistance band under your knees or shoes during this workout. Without proper attention, the band could come loose.
  • NEW! Track Your Workout: Scroll down to the bottom of this article and click the "Add to Fitness Tracker" button. (You must be logged in for this to work.)
  • Extra Tip: You can customize this workout to fit your fitness level by using a light, medium or heavy resistance band, or by following the tips given to increase or decrease resistance on each exercise.
Viewing Tips
  • You can pause or rewind the video at any time if you need a break or need to watch for closer instructions. We suggest watching the video one time through before attempting the workout.
  • This workout will take you through one set (15 repetitions) of each exercise. If you want to do more sets, simply replay the video until you finish 2-3 sets. You can also break up these sets into multiple, short workouts throughout your day, provided that you warm-up each time.
  • This video does not include music, but you can play a stereo or CD in the background as you workout. Just make sure you can still hear the instructions.
  • To play the video, simply click on the Play button (bottom left corner) to start.  Below the video screen, you'll find buttons for Pause, Stop, and volume control. 
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Nicole Nichols Nicole Nichols
With a bachelor's degree in health promotion and several fitness certifications, Nicole enjoys teaching Spinning and Pilates classes and living a healthy, eco-friendly lifestyle. See all of Nicole's articles.


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