Resistance Bands, 15 Pieces Exercise Elastic Bands Set, 20lbs to 40lbs Resistance Tubes with Heavy Duty Protective Nylon Sleeves Anti-Snap for Fitness SUPALAK

Great value for the price! Good, strong high quality bands. Nice mix of colors. The resistance goes high enough that even a strong individual can get a good workout or use it as an add on to resistance training or TRX suspension training.

Six months ago, I would have laughed at you if you told me I would be using resistance bands as my main resistance training. I have been using iron plates since I was 13, nearly 30 years ago. But I really have no reason to keep trying to get bigger. I gave in to the urge of trying resistance bands for the much more portable form and easier to put away when not in use. I've tried, own and have reviewed nearly all of the main resistance band systems on Amazon. I gave most a 4 or 5 star because they work and because the average person will be the one using them. After weeks after trying multiple band combinations, even a pulley system, I realized the majority of these bands aren't going to challenge me. I finally seemed to get a bar that could handle a lot of resistance used on it (The x bars) but then realized "where am I going to get enough bands for a lot of weight?" I tried the single bands that claimed to be 90 pounds and were really only 40-50 pounds. But throughout the hundreds of dollars spent and many eye rolls...I found this set as a solid, comfortable set for a good price. The problem I was having with the tubular bands was simple. It wasn't easy to stand on 5 tubular bands at one time while exercising. I did those tubular bands with a sleeve but it didn't help me that much. These bands I'm reviewing have a sleeve on their bands and it works much better than a tubular band with a sleeve attached. At least for me, I also workout with no shoes on so that could be some of the problem. The tubular bands aren't exactly comfortable to stand on.This set comes with a 40, 35, 30, 25 and 20 pound band (one of each). It has two handles (replicate dumbbell movements), two ankle/wrist straps and two door anchors. All are of equal or better quality than any I've reviewed and it's a solid amount of resistance even more someone stronger than average. Instead of investing a large amount in a bar, I went with the Bionic Bar (under 20 here on Amazon) and it's holding up fine. I kind of feel like this whole band movement is taking advantage of its own selling points. One of the best parts of using bands is you're not going to get crushed by a stack of iron plates. So, why does a bar need to be able to handle 800 pounds of pressure from bands? It doesn't. The highest amount of bands I've been able to put together are 450 pounds with 5 of the 90 pound Go Fit bands and it felt like 200-250. The Bionic Bar does everything I wanted it to do and this band set I'm reviewing when used it with it gives you a very solid 150 pound barbell curl. Get on your knees and you can mimic skullcrushers with 150 pounds to burn your triceps up.I wish I had started out with these cheaper options because it's really what I needed. I'm going to order a second pack of these bands. The Bionic Bar only seems comfortable with 5 or less bands. Having a second set will let me use two 40s, two 35s and a 30 for near 200 pounds. I will say that I liked the Bodylastics tubular bands the best of those type and would recommend those to anyone that doesn't need the heavier bands. Six month ago, I also wouldn't have ever guessed that it would take me this long to find a set that works with me but I have now.

I ordered another brand that was bosting how well made their product was verses their competitors, with everything being constructed larger, stronger, and better materials, until I got it, and returned it. Now I ordered this product hoping it would not disappoint, and thus far it is what the other product claimed, it's amazing what some companies vision of quality and performance is. Definitely, well-made, and the performance is there. The only reason for the Four Stars, is that the weight label is upside down on the 40 lbs. in relationship to the others. It's in the details!

I have an older set of resistance bands but I am starting to get somewhat concerned about them breaking. When I saw these, I liked that there was a nylon casing around the bands which would trap the band in case they stretched and broke. Having a band snap and hitting your face or other body part does not sound like fun and has always been a concern of mine. These bands do bring peace of mind in that regard. I’ve been using them for about a week and so far they work just like my older bands. They are a little bit more bulkier due to the nylon casing, but that is not an issue with performance. I included a photo to show that they were packaged well with each band labeled and that it includes a nice holding bag. So far, these have been a good purchase.

So I bought two of these sets, and it provides a whole gym experience. To go with it, I also bought a barbell (designed for resistance bands) and a few carabiners, for quick changes and easy setup. With two sets, you get 20 lbs up to 260 lbs in 10 lbs increments, and also 300 lbs. The only issue I've found with the nylon jacket, which can get stuck and require you to straighten them out before you can do the exercise. If you forget to straighten them and test the band's full range of motion, then you might find you start your set and it just doesn't move.Although the number of exercises you can do with them are close to infinite, here are the ones I do with these bands specifically:Bent over rows: 2 bottom door anchors with 2 x 40 + 30 lbs bands (=140lbs), folded over, on handlesLat pulldown: 2 top door anchors with 2 x 40 + 30 lbs bands (=140lbs), folded over, on a barbellFront/rear squat: 2 x 25 + 20 lbs bands (=90 lbs) connected at each end to the barbell, stood in the center of the bands. Lower weight needed as you reach the maximum stretch of the bands as you stand up straight.Reverse hyperextension: 2 x bottom door anchors with 2 x 25 + 20 lbs bands (=90 lbs), folded, connected via ankle straps to my legs.Lateral raise: Single 40lbs band, NOT folded over (= 20lbs), with handles on each end, stood in the center, shoulder-width apart.Tricep pushdown: 2 x top door anchors with 2 x 25 + 20 lbs bands (=90 lbs), folded, on the bar.Fly crossovers: 2 x 30 lbs bands (=60lbs), attached to an object at shoulder height with the ankle straps (I use the safety rail of my balcony, on my knees), with handles.Seated row: 2 x bottom door anchors with 2 x 35 + 30 lbs bands (=130lbs), folded, on handles, in a seated position.Reverse fly: 2 x 20 lbs bands (=40lbs), attached to an object at shoulder height with the ankle straps (I use the safety rail of my balcony, on my knees), with handles.Bicep curl: 2 x bottom door anchors with 2 x 25 + 20 lbs bands (=90 lbs), folded, connected to the barbellLying leg curl: 2 x bottom door anchors with 2 x 25 + 20 lbs bands (=90 lbs), folded, connected to my legs via ankle strapsAlthough I do have other equipment for other exercises, as you can see, the range of exercises that can be done with these are huge, and it can easily form a large range of your workout routine with excellent room for progression. Regarding the latter point, if you want to know the range of progression possible with two sets, I've done all the working out for you, here you go:Two bands not folded over, or one band folded over:20 lbs (9kg) (2 x 20 or 1 x 20)25 lbs (11kg) (2 x 25 or 1 x 25)30 lbs (13.6kg) (2 x 30 or 1 x 30)35 lbs (16kg) (2 x 35 or 1 x 35)40 lbs (18kg) (2 x 40 or 1 x 40)Doubled over two bands:40 lbs (18kg) (20 + 20)50 lbs (23kg) (25 + 25)60 lbs (27kg) (30 + 30)70 lbs (32kg) (35 + 35)80 lbs (36kg) (40 + 40)90 lbs (41kg) (2 x 25 + 20)100 lbs (45kg) (2 x 30 + 20)110 lbs (50kg) (2 x 35 + 20)120 lbs (55kg) (2 x 40 + 20)130 lbs (59kg) (2 x 35 + 30)140 lbs (64kg) (2 x 40 + 30)150 lbs (68kg) (2 x 30 + 25 + 20)160 lbs (73kg) (2 x 35 + 25 + 20)170 lbs (77kg) (2 x 40 + 25 + 20)180 lbs (82kg) (2 x 40 + 30 + 20)190 lbs (86kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 20)200 lbs (90kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 25)210 lbs (95kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 30)220 lbs (100kg) (2 x 35 + 30 + 25 + 20)230 lbs (105kg) (2 x 40 + 30 + 25 + 20)240 lbs (109kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 25 + 20)250 lbs (114kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 30 + 20)260 lbs (118kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 30 + 25)300 lbs (136kg) (2 x 40 + 35 + 30 + 25 + 20)Overall, for the range of progression and exercises possible, it's well worth $70 + $30 for a decent resistance band barbell.