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How often can I perform resistance training in a week?

jaw783
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I am currently suffering from a back injury and my doctor told me that I can no longer lift ANY weights. This is problematic because I know that I still need to "tone" while trying to continue on my weight loss journey. Prior to going to the doctor I was doing a bootcamp that worked; but if definately made the injury worse. I also tried to do lite weights; but it doesn't help my back either. So now I have a resistance band that I am going to try. My question is though in bootcamp we would would alternate legs, abs, and arm days. Should I take this same approach with the resistance band? OR is it ok to work those areas everyday since I am no longer lifting actual "weights".
Thanks for any info that can be provided.
Thanks for any info that can be provided.
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If light weights made it worse, then bands with an equal amount of resistance will do the same. Ask your doctor or physical therapist what to do.
Generally speaking, full-body workouts are less likely to cause injuries than split workouts, since the stress on each body part is lower.0
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