Why Your Resistance Band Deserves a Spot in Your Suitcase

In the summer holiday season it’s easy to let your fitness routine slide the moment your suitcase comes out. And that’s okay! Rest and reset are so important. But if you do feel like moving your body while you’re away – without packing half your fitness equipment or wondering if there’s a gym where you’re going – there’s one lightweight, no-fuss tool I always recommend: a resistance band.

This accessory is one of my favourite travel essentials – and here’s why:

It’s Light as a Feather (but works you hard)

One of the best things about a resistance band is how easy it is to pack. It takes up less space than a pair of socks and weighs next to nothing. But don’t let that fool you – any one who has done my glute classes will know it delivers a serious burn when used correctly.

From glute activations and shoulder warm-ups to full-body circuits, you can challenge your muscles in a surprisingly effective way without needing any heavy equipment. Travel can be a great time to simplify your workout routine. A resistance band makes it easy to squeeze in 10–20 minutes of work that keeps up your fitness levels.

Perfect for Hotel Rooms, Balconies or Beaches

Resistance bands let you create a mini workout space wherever you are. You can loop one around your thighs for lower-body circuits, hold it for shoulder presses or rows, or add extra tension to your core work.

Some of my favourite travel moves:

• Banded glute bridges or squats
  
• Lateral walks or wall squats
  
• Plank tap outs or tricep kickbacks

Supports Mobility & Recovery on the Go

Travel often comes with long stretches of sitting – planes, trains, cars – which can leave you feeling stiff and tight. A resistance band is a great tool for quick mobility flows to open up your hips, shoulders and spine. 

Why use a resistance band?

Resistance bands are excellent for full range of movement exercises because they provide resistance throughout the entire range of motion, ensuring that your muscles work harder. Unlike traditional weights, the bands keep your muscles under constant tension which leads to better activation and gains. In addition, bands are joint friendly and great for low impact workouts too.  It’s worth noting that bands are also great for supporting anyone post injury whilst they are rebuilding their strength.

Try one of my summer series banded workouts here

Here is a workout from my new Summer Series on my platform – 7 days of workouts, all 20 minutes and just a band / bodyweight:

This is a legs and glutes workout which you can do with your band or just bodyweight. Give it a try!

• 3 sets & 6 exercises
• 40 secs on 20 secs off – warm up first!

1. Sumo squats

2. Lateral walks

3. Glute kickbacks (kneeling on the mat) 20 secs each leg

4. Donkey kicks 20 secs each leg

5. Glute bridge

6. Wall squat

As always, any questions please do get in touch.

Caroline x