Flywheel Training Vs Resistance Bands - A Comparison
These rubber band / resistance bands have been all the craze lately, you have likely seen them being marketed in various styles. You know the appeal: they’re affordable, portable, and promise a full-body workout. But claiming they offer effective, safe, and progressive resistance training? That's a stretch (sorry, I couldn’t resist).
At SpaceGym, we’ve engineered an innovative alternative. Here’s why our flywheel-based training system doesn’t just match bands—it outperforms them in almost every front.
Here’s a handy comparison table:
Flywheel Training Vs Resistance Bands - a side by side comparison
🧘 Where Rubber Bands Shine
It would be uncouth of me not to acknowledge where resistance bands genuinely serve an important purpose. They can actually be an excellent complement to a flywheel trainer like SpaceGym.
Resistance bands are widely used in rehab and mobility settings, and for good reason. They’re ideal for:
Stretching and flexibility work
Rehabilitation after injury or surgery
Warming up stabiliser muscles before a session
5 Reasons To Consider Upgrading Your Resistance Bands To SpaceGym
🚀 1. Real Resistance, Not Recoil
Resistance bands work by stretching—so the further you pull, the more resistance you get. But this resistance is inconsistent and quickly vanishes during the return phase. That means you're only working half the time.
Flywheel training flips the script. With SpaceGym, you generate resistance by spinning a flywheel. The harder you pull, the more energy you create—and the more force you must control as it pulls back. This creates a natural eccentric overload that’s been shown to stimulate muscle growth, improve joint control, and boost performance.
✅ Bands = Variable resistance with minimal eccentric engagement
✅ SpaceGym = Adaptive resistance with powerful eccentric training
💥 2. Eccentric Training: The Missing Piece in Most Workouts
Ask any physiotherapist or strength coach: eccentric loading—the part of the movement where you’re resisting force—is critical for:
Muscle growth
Joint stability
Injury prevention
Fat loss
Rubber bands don’t deliver eccentric resistance unless you actively fight the return, which most users don’t. SpaceGym makes it automatic. The energy you generate on the way up comes back at you—demanding real control and engagement.
🛡️ 3. Safety First: No Snapping, No Surprises
Anyone who’s trained with bands has a story about one snapping mid-workout. Not only is this frustrating—it can be downright dangerous.
With SpaceGym, there’s no degradation of elastic materials over time. Our flywheel mechanism is built for durability and safety. No sudden recoil, no unexpected failures—just smooth, reliable resistance every time you train.
🎥 4. Built-In Guidance with Our Follow-Along Videos
Let’s face it—some resistance tools are only as effective as the person using them. That’s why we’ve designed SpaceGym to be incredibly user-friendly, with:
Easy setup
Quick resistance adjustment
Compact, portable design
And most importantly, our guided workout sessions take the guesswork out of training. Whether you’re building strength, recovering from injury, or just getting started—we’ve got the perfect session to match your goals.
🧠 5. For Beginners and Pros Alike
You don’t need to be an athlete or fitness junkie to get the most out of SpaceGym. Unlike resistance bands, which can feel limiting or awkward for some users, our system is designed for all ages and experience levels.
From low-impact rehab to high-intensity strength circuits, SpaceGym adapts to you—not the other way around.