Care and Information

Footwear

Many exercises with the SMARTBAND require you to position the resistance band under your feet. Shoe technology is constantly evolving and shoes with an aggressive tread pattern, sharp edges or made from abrasive material are likely to cause damage to the band.You could consider training in bare feet (if appropriate for the particular exercise).

Floor Surfaces

Avoid exercising on an abrasive surface, such as rough concrete (or carpet) as this could damage the surface of the resistance band during use. We recommend (if possible) working out on a smooth hard surface or using a fitness mat with a durable but soft surface e.g. the grey side of the Les Mills MBX™ Mat.

Over Extension

The SMARTBAND has been designed to be stretched to a maximum length of 2.5 times its resting length. Stretching the SMARTBAND beyond its recommended extension can compromise the band’s soft material properties and may result in fine tears. Please ensure you use the handles when using your SMARTBAND. Not using the handles and shortening your grip, may result in the SMARTBAND exceeding its maximum length of extension. The leading cause of failures within resistance bands is when they have been over-stretched (over extended). If you are not able to achieve the resistance you require – (i.e. if you feel the need to shorten the SMARTBAND), we suggest using a stiffer band such as SMARTBAND Extreme, or using a small to medium hand-held weight plate in addition to the SMARTBAND.

Knotting + Other Objects

Tying your SMARTBAND in a knot may cause it to rip or tear when performing a move. We do not recommend using a SMARTBAND with secondary objects (such as wrapping around a pole). Secondary objects can have sharp edges, abrasive surfaces or other features which can cause damage to the SMARTBAND. The SMARTBAND should never be wrapped or tied around an object where it is stretched over a fine edge. When a resistance band is stretched under these circumstances, these objects create a high level of point loading on the resistance band which can cause it to break, tear or otherwise prematurely fail.

Storage

The SMARTBAND is manufactured from a custom formulated TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) which gives the band the ability to stretch and then return to its original state. The SMARTBAND should be used and stored at room temperature to achieve the best results. Exposing the SMARTBAND to extreme temperatures and sunlight may affect the performance of the TPE and it may become brittle and is therefore prone to tearing. We recommend storing your SMARTBAND in a cool, dry area and out of direct sunlight. For storage in a club/facility, we recommend using the SMARTBAND Storage Rack, or hanging vertically off a hook.

Cleaning

Regularly clean the SMARTBAND by gently washing with water and a few drops of mild dish soap (if necessary) using a soft sponge. Do not use any other solvents, chemicals or other solutions to clean your SMARTBAND. Hang the SMARTBAND up to dry. Ensure the SMARTBAND is fully dry before use or storage. Do not use high heat to dry the SMARTBAND.

Warranty

The SMARTBAND™ is designed for years of use, however like any product that is produced from a soft material, it can deteriorate over time. We stand behind our materials and manufacturing and provide a 1-year warranty (from the date of purchase) for manufacturing faults caused by material or labor. All resistance bands will show signs of wear due to the nature of use and the surfaces they interact with.
SMARTBANDs that show signs of surface wear (blisters, peeling or delamination) are considered to be within normal wear and tear and do not mean that the band will prematurely break. Any SMARTBAND that breaks rips or otherwise fails due to a manufacturing defect will be covered by our warranty for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. Normal wear and tear is not covered under this warranty.

A video showing use and care can be found here.

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