Mark Bell Sling Shot Hip Circle Resistance Bands for Exercising (Level 2)

Fits well and solidly made

I’m a physical therapist, avid weight lifter and have watched 1 too many Mark Bell youtube videos which resulted in me buying the sling shot.Sizing: I’m 5’8 and 170 lbs- I bought the large and I am pleased with my sizing decision. Several of my clients have used this including my wife who is 130 lbs.Durability: I’m writing this review after using this product for two years. I’ve used it heavily and have had no issues. The band is still like new and has not lost any resistance. I use it prior to squatting as a warm up. My wife uses it for the same purpose. I’ll put it around my thighs and do monster walks (forwards and backwards) and side to sides.Exercise: I like that this band does not slip off and it offers a good bit of resistance. Is it my go to for glute exercise, no, but it’s great for glute activation prior to doing squats, hip thrusts or three weigh hips with weights.Compared to bands: I would say they serve two different purposes. I mostly like the sling shot for warm up and a few exercises. With bands you can do a lot more (three way hip, shoulder work, rows, back exercises etc). The sling shot is best for warming up your lower body.Overall: Great product, held up well, good to use before a squat warm up.

I tried this as soon as I got it...did some side steps and loved it. It stayed in place and offered the perfect amount of resistance. The next day, I tried it on my treadmill doing side steps at 1.2 mph speed and it worked great. I then jumped on my elliptical and was very pleased that it also worked well on that machine. If you wear sweat pants, this definitely stays in placed and will not slip down. Even when I wore shorts doing side steps the first day, it remained in place with no issues. Very very happy with this, wish I got it a long time ago.

I’ve used Mark Bell’s products before and I’m loving the slingshot, and I love the color. Fits great and will hopefully allow me to reach my fitness goals. Definitely not cheaply made, and I like how durable and strong the material is.

I have been lifting for many years, and as hip muscle function, in particular the external rotators of the hip, is commonly found to be deficient in athletes, leading to less control of the knee, and increased rates of knee pain and risk of knee injury. Despite this awareness, and occasionally using bands personally and to coach clients, I found the SlingShot hip circle to be absolutely fantastic as an aid to squatting. My first try with this led me to comfortably do multiple sets of Goblet squats (a form of front squat) at varying foot placement widths, along with a strong feeling of lateral gluteal activation unlike any I've felt before. I am 6'0", 220lbs, and the 15" was good for me. However, for a greater challenge, I immediately ordered the 13" band for me, and one for my wife as well. I am very enthusiastic about including the band in my leg workouts from now on, and I can see where this will be an invaluable aid to squatters everywhere.Addendum of 21 Jan 16: the hip band is also effective for three additional things, one obvious and two not-so-obvious.1) Obvious-to work the hip/pelvic muscles involved with sacral stabilization, apply the band just above or below the knees, lie on your back, with your legs bent and feetc flat on ground (situp style), and open and close your knees. Alternatively, keep one knee vertical and externally rotate the other knee. Then switch. This helps with isometric/eccentric training, a critical function of lateral rotators.2) Not obvious-for chest wall splinting, e.g. sore ribs, this works as a nice wrap. I'm 6'0", 230, 40+" chest, and the 15" red band fit perfectly snugly.3) Breathing-an aid to practice diaphragmatic breathing, use the wrap around the chest to restrict its motion and allow lateral "belly breathing".

As pictured, as expected. Haven't used it around ankles for leg raises, etc and I'm thinking the rubber resistance bands are the way to go for those specific exercises. But this is great for glute and ab/aducter exercises. I use a similar one at my gym and was hoping this would be comparable and it is so far. I'm 5'7, 145lbs, muscular build and this provides the perfect amount of resistance. I'd give it a 5 star review if the band was just a little wider. (not larger circumference, but wider)

This is my second one. My first one is still going strong 5 years later. I like that they are by size and don’t try to be a one size fits all or make you carry around different bands for different resistance. I take this to the gym for hip thrusts, glute bridges and crab walks. Very good quality

Love it. I’ve squatted for a while and had issues for years. This is the first product that pointed out all my issues. Here’s a caveat. I’m a big guy, but im in between sizes. For different stances. Not necessarily a bad thing but a buyer beware thibg. Still strongest recommendation.

Not bad

I actually bought this about 6 years ago and never left a review. It’s still in perfect condition and works just the same and has changed my workout game! You can use it before your workout or during it and let me tell you.... getting this will change your LIFE!

Excellent product, really great for mixing up your lower body workout

Robust construction, good amount of stretch while maintaining tension. Great for warming up your hips and glutes before a leg workout. Over all great product. Size guide is also pretty accurate.

Awesome product, really good quality! Makes my glutes burn- love it!