Your Butt Workouts Aren't Complete Without One Of These Booty Bands (Available Now!)

Booty bands can be a real game-changer when it comes to building glute muscle. So whether you're after aesthetics or the injury-prevention perks of a strong butt (or both!), picking up a booty band is a good idea. Here, what you need to know about the convenient tool, plus tips for using it and, of course, the best options to add to cart.

What Is A Booty Band?

Booty bands are resistance loops that are about eight- to 10-inches long. Resistance bands work by creating constant tension in your muscles, keeping them turned on throughout the movements you’re doing. In a way, it’s like working with weights, without the weight. Another major perk of these peach-training props? Booty bands are super light and compact, so you can tuck one away in your leggings pocket on your next run to the park, then get in a glute training session while you're there.

Benefits Of Booty Bands

Keep in mind, though, that the best booty bands are good for more than just leveling up butt workouts. “They can be used for full-body workouts, not just for the booty," says certified trainer Bec Donlan, who specializes in helping people build their bums. "I'm a huge fan of using them for arms and abs, and they are great for activating your lats, too.” (Here are 22 resistance band exercises you can do with yours.)

Beginner Tips For Using Booty Bands

If you’ve never used a booty band before, don’t shy away from them. Donlan says they are fairly simple to get the hang of. Just make sure to keep that tension principle mentioned above in mind! If you’re doing banded lateral step-out squats, for example, keep the band taught as you go, going from tight to tighter (rather than from loose to tight.) Donlan's pro tip when purchasing your own: “Choose your bands wisely," she says. "Poor quality booty bands will mean you'll have to replace them more frequently, which, let me tell you, is super frustrating.”

To get you started on finding a good, high-quality option, here’s a list of the 15 best booty bands, according to user reviews.