{"product":{"product_id":"B01AVDVHTI","title":"Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands with Instruction Guide and Carry Bag, Set of 5","price":"12.95","image_url":"https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51OO3MXlqKL._SL500_.jpg","url":"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI"},"comments":[{"body":"That's sounds a lot like having depression too which is a huge beast in and of itself.  Deal with that myself too and it's a struggle to just be motivated to really even get out of bed.  So I feel for the family friend.\r\n\r\nI use [Exercise Bands](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_bEIYd_c2_x_0_i?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER\u0026amp;pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-10\u0026amp;pf_rd_r=662KHA92EN37JKW6GAWM\u0026amp;pf_rd_t=101\u0026amp;pf_rd_p=14505890-c0e5-51e8-a99f-7f1ba36e51f8\u0026amp;pf_rd_i=3407931) to help me drop weight.  It can be done while sitting down comfortably and there are loads of exercise videos on YouTube (and DVDs) that show seated position workouts for folks like him and me.\r\n\r\nMight also be wise to try finding other things that also interest him instead of feeling the need to eat to fill in the gaps.  I know it's super tempting to just chow down on something, because it's easy and it's something to do that can be done easily for enjoyment.","subreddit_name":"rant","author":"aijerithai"},{"body":"I have these from Amazon and they work great! I always use the X-Heavy with crab walks, donkey kicks and clams I can definitely feel it! They also come with the little pouch to keep them all together. Only complant, my husband asked why my hands smelt like weed when i got back from the gym... \r\nSo they do have a smell first time out of the package.\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=exercise-and-fitness\u0026amp;ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1521742140\u0026amp;sr=1-2-spons\u0026amp;keywords=resistance+bands\u0026amp;psc=1","subreddit_name":"StrongCurves","author":"AyePushIt"},{"body":"I don't have issues with my knees collapsing but if science says it will give me a sweet ass I guess I'll do it. Any suggestion on a which bands to get for a 6'2 guy with a very wide stance? They all seem to be 12' at varying thicknesses and [these](https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instructional/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_200_bs_t_2?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1\u0026amp;refRID=N3TE9MDD02DG33B13T7K) seem to be most popular on amazon.","subreddit_name":"AdvancedFitness","author":"Skaggzz"},{"body":"They are great! I have been having knee issues from past sports flare up again and resistance bands allow me to work my glutes and legs without irritating my knee from heavy weights! I really like the Heavy and X-Heavy bands from [this set on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AVDVHTI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1). I also love that I can use them if I am at home and I feel like the gym that day was not enough, ","subreddit_name":"xxfitness","author":"hungry_as_hell"},{"body":"You can buy better/nicer (and way cheaper!) ones on Amazon. \r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=1517002085\u0026amp;sr=8-2-spons\u0026amp;keywords=fitness+bands\u0026amp;psc=1\r\n\r\nI felt the OTF ones at my studio and they were super cheap and basically garbage. Makes sense, since they have a ton and will just keep replacing them.","subreddit_name":"orangetheory","author":"FittestMILF"},{"body":"I bought [this set](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AVDVHTI/) for \u0026lt;$10 off amazon but only use the black one, since it's the highest resistance one. I'm a hairy legged dude, so I now trim my legs to prevent the band from messing with my hair. The bands don't rub my skin too terribly so it works out.","subreddit_name":"running","author":"tdnewmas"},{"body":"Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands with Instruction Guide and Carry Bag, Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2H4Z732S3X83P4Z3VWN7?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;psc=1\r\n\r\n\r\nHere’s link for ya. Just a simple cheap pair like these is what I have. Start low and slowly work your way up. You want whatever band you’re currently on to be pretty much nothing before moving up","subreddit_name":"guns","author":"Rxgrt"},{"body":"I usually go to the gym, but I also work out at home! I use resistance bands (Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands with Instruction Guide and Carry Bag, Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_i_7J0S6MWPXZFY4Z397AA7) these are a great alternative to actual weights, and there are a lot of tutorials/workouts online for a guides on how to work out with them!","subreddit_name":"progresspics","author":"MorningOnly2593"},{"body":"They suck, but they work so well.  I got some similar to these, they have a good range on them so will last a while and are inexpensive.\r\n\r\nhttps://smile.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=sr\\_1\\_6?crid=3DWB8ORBWUPBZ\u0026amp;keywords=Letsfit+Resistance+Loop+Bands\u0026amp;qid=1645822110\u0026amp;sprefix=letsfit+resistance+loop+bands%2Caps%2C69\u0026amp;sr=8-6","subreddit_name":"yoga","author":"Icolan"},{"body":"Are these the right ones you were talking about? There is like 77k good reviews. I see many use these with barbells which I will not be getting, what would you recommend them for with my setup? \r\n\r\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=sxin_10?ascsubtag=amzn1.osa.e8e67ac8-8005-4ce3-a0ef-77a39227fd8d.ATVPDKIKX0DER.en_US\u0026amp;creativeASIN=B01AVDVHTI\u0026amp;cv_ct_cx=resistance+bands\u0026amp;cv_ct_id=amzn1.osa.e8e67ac8-8005-4ce3-a0ef-77a39227fd8d.ATVPDKIKX0DER.en_US\u0026amp;cv_ct_pg=search\u0026amp;cv_ct_we=asin\u0026amp;cv_ct_wn=osp-single-source-earns-comm\u0026amp;dchild=1\u0026amp;keywords=resistance+bands\u0026amp;linkCode=oas\u0026amp;pd_rd_i=B01AVDVHTI\u0026amp;pd_rd_r=db0be3f4-bb1c-488f-95a1-eee7981e7f79\u0026amp;pd_rd_w=V0eWR\u0026amp;pd_rd_wg=HthoC\u0026amp;pf_rd_p=35b32c02-1b41-4e49-9b89-0297af2446e1\u0026amp;pf_rd_r=ZP07Y43JT5E7NKXBREQY\u0026amp;qid=1615326290\u0026amp;sr=1-1-64f3a41a-73ca-403a-923c-8152c45485fe\u0026amp;tag=aimassociatesyj-20","subreddit_name":"homegym","author":"MongolianRim"},{"body":"Hi, thank you for this. \r\n\r\nIm a college student who used to play basketball in hs and workout regularly. Over time my parents refused to support me in getting a gym membership and refused to buy weights or resistance bands or any sort of workout material i would need for muscle building/toning because they think that once they buy it i wont use it or something. Ive constantly asked for 2 years. Anyways if possible i would like [resistance bands](https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1\u0026amp;keywords=resistance+band\u0026amp;qid=1611402441\u0026amp;sr=8-3). Its simple, i dont need weights to tone.","subreddit_name":"Random_Acts_Of_Amazon","author":"bonk_you"},{"body":"Nice list. I’d suggest more people try resistant loops since they take up less space for storage and less space to be used. \r\n[Resistance Loops](https://smile.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1\u0026amp;keywords=fitness+loops\u0026amp;qid=1611180689\u0026amp;sr=8-1-spons\u0026amp;psc=1\u0026amp;smid=A1MYZEROF8NPRW\u0026amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExT0ExNjYzODM0NUNaJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDI3MTgzM05MRks5QklWNENXNyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODczMjY2UE5JNjlSUlBSVzEyJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=)","subreddit_name":"Healthy_Trucking","author":"ANOIF"},{"body":"No, that thing is shit because it only allows a single motion. [This](https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Simplify-Resistance-Exercise-Instruction/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1\u0026amp;keywords=elastic+exercise+bands+r\u0026amp;qid=1608138613\u0026amp;sr=8-9) is what I'm talking about.\r\n\r\nGet the band. Cut it so it's not a loop. Then by grasping and end in both hand you can exercise all the important muscles in the forearm by changing the position of your hands relative to each other.","subreddit_name":"graphic_design","author":"roland_pryzbylewski"},{"body":"A lot of sets of exercise bands that you can buy actually come with a little packet that has exercises for your whole body. Abs may be part of it but I’m not sure. I own these from Amazon and they are super cheap and great for just starting out. They come in 5 different resistance levels.\r\n\r\nFit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands with Instruction Guide, Carry Bag, EBook and Online Workout Videos, Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Zm3ZDb584DXVC","subreddit_name":"beginnerfitness","author":"simplylauren35"},{"body":"I had a similar problem. I'm using a resistance band (like [these](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVDVHTI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x8iGFbND70HRG)) in place of the strap, and it works great. I've been using a couple of binder clips to hold the strap in place, but I'm sure there are better ways. The tension is adjustable, and it sticks to the sleeve better than the included strap.","subreddit_name":"theHandy","author":"1dickdude"}]}