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Best Occlusion Training Bands

Updated October 2018
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
Bottom Line
Pros
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Best of the Best
BFR Bands
Occlusion Training Bands
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Bottom Line

If you're new to blood flow restriction training, get in the game with these easy-to- fasten, easy-to-release bands.

Pros

Includes pair of bands so you can exercise both arms or legs at the same time. Extra thick and 2" wide. Lets you lift less and gain more mass. Patented bands are comfortable and easy to strap up. Effortless to release between sets or exercises. Easy locking mechanism. Elastic loop to keep slack in place. Durable.

Cons

Buckle can pinch your skin, so consider wearing over a shirt.

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Superpump!
Kaatsu-inspired Training Straps
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Bottom Line

If you don't like the thought of fiddling with buckles, try these slim-profile bands with hook-and-loop closures.

Pros

Straps are 1.5" wide. Made from slightly elastic, high-tensile webbing. Military grade hook-and-loop closure. Stays tight while providing comfort and full range of motion. Slim profile. Quick on/off straps. Easy to use. Well-made and durable.

Cons

Bands are somewhat stiff and can pinch your skin, so consider wearing over a shirt.

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Occlusion Tourniquet
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Bottom Line

These slender tourniquet bands are not fancy, but they get the job done on a budget.

Pros

Pair of two occlusion tourniquet bands. Quick release. Durable elastic material. Functional. Good price compared to other band styles. Easy to put on and take off.

Cons

Can unsnap on the arm.

Koala Bands
Flexible Premium Bands
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Bottom Line

Comfortable and easy to fasten, this set gives you bands for both your arms and your legs.

Pros

Comes in four-pack (two bands for arms, two for legs). Arm bands are 24" long. Leg bands are 40" long. Fits without restricting muscle movement. Buckles with in/out mechanism. Includes storage bag. Don't twist or pinch your skin. Buckle system is easy to fasten with one hand.

Cons

Some find these bands to be too elastic.

Lifting Lab
Ultimate Arm Builder
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Bottom Line

These bands expand and contract around your muscle without restricting movement, all while maintaining optimal pressure.

Pros

Material expands and contracts around muscle without restricting movement. Maintains optimal pressure. Custom-made buckles. Adjustable. 24"L x 1"W. 2 mm thick. Fits in the crux between deltoid and bicep/tricep without restricting movement. Very effective. Comfortable and easy to adjust.

Cons

Metal buckle can pinch arms.

How we decided

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  • 15 Models Considered
  • 5 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 173 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    The team that worked on this review
    • Kristin
      Kristin
      Writer
    • Linsay
      Linsay
      Editor
    • Melinda
      Melinda
      Web Producer
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    BFR Bands

    Occlusion Training Bands

    BFR Bands

    Occlusion Training Bands

    If you're new to blood flow restriction training, get in the game with these easy-to- fasten, easy-to-release bands.

    $28
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    Superpump!

    Kaatsu-inspired Training Straps

    Superpump!

    Kaatsu-inspired Training Straps

    If you don't like the thought of fiddling with buckles, try these slim-profile bands with hook-and-loop closures.

    $19
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    Exerscribe

    Occlusion Tourniquet

    Exerscribe

    Occlusion Tourniquet

    These slender tourniquet bands are not fancy, but they get the job done on a budget.

    $10
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    Koala Bands

    Flexible Premium Bands

    Koala Bands

    Flexible Premium Bands

    Comfortable and easy to fasten, this set gives you bands for both your arms and your legs.

    $27
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    Lifting Lab

    Ultimate Arm Builder

    Lifting Lab

    Ultimate Arm Builder

    These bands expand and contract around your muscle without restricting movement, all while maintaining optimal pressure.

    $29

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