LATEX LOOP BAND - Circular Elastic Loop Band
The Latex Loop Band, also simply called the Loop Band, is a particularly comfortable elastic loop band. Its use is truly wide-ranging, from specific athletic training to functional training and fitness activities. The Latex Band represents the cheapest form of elastic bands for group activities, and its ease of use and transport make it perfect for many athletic trainers and trainers, but also for fitness enthusiasts in general.
Latex Loop Band 0520-22-24 or Latex Loop 0511-0512 what differences?
These two elastics are very similar, both in terms of use and resistance.
- Latex Loop Bands 0520-22-24 are recommended for fitness and aesthetic exercises. The range also includes the light resistance (LIGHT) and the width of the elastic band means greater comfort. The 30 cm length makes it slightly easier to exercise and insert the legs into the elastic band.
- Latex Loops 0511-12 are best suited for athletic training exercises. They are also offered in packs of 30 and 100 pieces for teams and high usage. The range does not include light resistance: only medium and strong. The 25 cm length means that the elastic resistance is activated sooner than with 30 cm elastics, which is relevant in the main exercises dedicated to conditioning: elastic walking (lateral walks), hip abduction and adduction, knee stabilisation, general proprioception, etc.
The resistance of elastic bands is progressive. To allow a practical orientation between the different models, we give two indications of resistance expressed in kilograms: the first refers to the force required for the elastic to begin to deform, i.e. to stretch, while the second refers to the force required to stretch the elastic to 100 cm.
| Latex Loop Band | Latex Loop | force required for it to start deforming |
force required to extend it up to 100 cm |
| 0520 Light (silver) | 2 Kg | 7 Kg | |
| 0522 Medium (grey) | 0511 Medium (green) | 3 Kg | 9 Kg |
| 0524 Strong (black) | 0512 Strong (blue) | 4 kg | 11 kg |
These are approximate values, which we wanted to express in kilograms to allow for practical orientation. Therefore, Latex Loop 0512, colour blue, strong resistance, starts to stretch with a force of about 4 kg, reaching 11 kg when its elongation reaches one metre. This is a high resistance for the type of exercises usually performed with this equipment, and the 11 kg figure should not be hastily confused with the weight used in lifting exercises.
Maintenance
These are products made of latex. This material is susceptible, over time, to evaporation of the chemicals that make this type of rubber elastic.
To extend the life of this product, you can follow a few steps:
- Avoid storing loops outdoors and especially in the sun or strong light: air, light sources and UV rays are accelerants in the deterioration of latex.
- If possible, keep them in a tightly sealed bag after performing the exercises.
- Avoid using them by anchoring them on components with sharp edges (e.g. some tool racks)
- Wash with lukewarm water only. Do not use cleaning products: degreasers, alchoolics, oils are all aggressive for this material.
- After washing and always before use, the rubber band should be sprinkled with talcum powder. The talcum powder greatly reduces deterioration, and aids use by preventing the latex from gripping hands or tools, while also giving a better feel.
- As soon as you receive the elastic and also regularly, every 2-3 months after washing with lukewarm water, you can lubricate the elastic with a silicone lubricant, such as 'WD-40 Silicone Lubricant' (ATTENTION! NOT WD-40 Standard, which is aggressive). This procedure can prolong the life of the rubber band and avoid the white patina typical of this material.
- Do not experiment with cleaning or lubrication with products that may seem harmless: Vaseline oil for example is harmful to latex, as is olive oil. Similarly, amuchine or degreasers are very harmful. Follow the instructions above.

0600 Textile Band Black - Medium Resistance 



































