Resistance bands

Want a resistance band that’ll give you booty for your buck? We put these bestsellers to the squat test…

RESISTANCE BAND SET, £48, LULULEMON

I’ve used resistance bands before and have always had the same issue – bands slipping off midsquat and falling down. But the first thing I noticed with these bands was that they weren’t going anywhere – the straps are wide, so you feel well-supported during movement and the elasticated fabric grips really well. Jaime, digital design editor

RESISTANCE BAND SET WITH DOOR ANCHOR, £29.99, MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE

This set is great for beginners as it covers a wide range of resistance levels, meaning you can perfect your technique before progressing to the next level. I liked using the handles and door anchor, as this was more comfortable than wrapping the band around my hands. Natasha, fashion editor

URBAN FITNESS FABRIC RESISTANCE BAND LOOPS, £17.95, HOLLAND & BARRETT The stronger bands were great for yoga stretches and squats, while the lighter ones were perfect for arm workouts. The only niggle was that the superlightweight band rippled down if moved excessively or quickly, so I avoided using this on my thighs. Chloe, features intern

KIKKERLAND RESISTANCE BANDS, £12, FREE PEOPLE

As someone who hates working out, I opt for kit that’s pretty enough to make me want to hit the mat. Enter: this set of five pink resistance bands. As well as their attractive appearance, I like that the bands are not too heavy and that you can still feel the burn using just the lighter ones. Jade, features writer

RESISTANCE BAND SET, £52.99, CORE BALANCE FITNESS

It took me a minute to find example YouTube workouts for these – as unlike most resistance bands, they’re long. But it turns out they’re ideal for everything from shadow boxing to weightsfree bicep curls. The downside? Unless you’re the world’s strongest woman, you’ll likely only use the first two or three bands in the set. Jennifer, features editor

GLUTE SET, £35, GYMSHARK

This pastel colour trio is *so* aesthetically pleasing, and we all know that cute gym gear = more motivation to actually work out. I found the light level best for squats and fire hydrants, and the bands definitely made my movements more controlled. Plus, the woven fabric design feels sturdy. Emily, junior lifestyle and entertainment writer