Is the band material stretchy? When lifting weights, will it allow flexing the arm muscles?
478998
Yes it does stretch. As long as you don't require GPS, this unit would work just fine in the gym.
259318
Yes it does. It fits great. My arm is 10" above the elbow. It fits with LOTS of room to spare. The band is 12" BEFORE it stretches. It overlaps to Velcro. I have really liked it!!!
1313500
Yes, it can! I bought these for my Marine son-in-law who has 12" biceps, and he says they stretch great. He uses them to cover his tattoos when he goes for any additions. He has also used them for his legs!
1722902
It is effective for some lifts. However it restricts movement and slips up my forearm with deep elbow flexion moves.
2132800
It should you can draw it pretty tight. I have a friend who is probably about the same size as you and uses a similar armband that works ok for her. Some people have been know to add padding to make the arm thicker.
113484
THere is some flexibility, it does cover your forearm a bit but not too much. I used this while I was photographing people and it was a great support. It is easy to size up and tighten as needed, hope that helps. I read a few reviews and was able to decide this was the right one for me.
1813374
Just like a Weight. Bands create a resistance that causes the muscles to increase work effort to make the object move. I think bands place less counter force on the joints.
900671
Yes,it has an adjustable strap that can be tightened to your comfort level, which helps stabilize weakness that may occur in your wrists.the sleeve is elastic and very durable.
528342
Yes there is an elastic band that will stretch. However we were disappointed in the product because the elastic tore away from the plastic after just a few times wearing it. I would not recommend you buy this.
387836
To be honest what I have experienced is these bands have been quite stretchy. Not knowing the comfort you are looking for I would go xxl since you will be putting in a phone or Ipod as well into the arm band. This is just my opinion though it's completely up to you.
632304
I would say it's pretty flexible. I used it on the arm of a 5 yr old without a problem.
31212
I would not recommend this pair of gloves. Elastic band comes across the palm of your hand and hurts when lifting or doing pullups. I would recommend a full pair of workout gloves.
1169760
Yes they stretch fine. However we have had a few break but it is where the glitter specks have weakened the band. Still it is very few. My daughter has made many bracelets using this band with no trouble.
575014
Yes it is thin enough to be worn under both t-shirts and sweatshirts. As long as the space your working in is not "crowded" by obstacles you can get full arm motion while working out. I needed it primarily because I had bad tendonitis in my upper arm ironically, and needed its help even when swimming. Note: the velcro strap didn't like the chorinated pool water in long workouts, but then I expected that.
2283242
Yes. The problem I have is the elastic material isn't that elastic. I have in my opinion moderate size biceps and it cuts off my circulation after prolonged use. I hope this helps.
24304
I would just buy whatever is good for you. You might want to buy 2 bands and then you can use an easier and harder, as you like. There is no requirement for how difficult the band is, but you want something you can do repetitive exercises with without burning out your arms and legs right away.
52004
yea its stretchy and it fits me but I have really small arms though. Its actually just a little loose so if you have arms bigger than 8 inches around then I dont think it would fit