Safety and Product Lifespan is our main focus. The sleeve we created is custom woven to provide protection for both the user and the band. Our unique design will ensure that you get the longest life of a resistance band possible while remaining safe while using it.
FitCord combines traditional latex tubing found on many resistance bands, but goes one step further by inserting the latex tube inside a fabric woven Safety Sleeve. The Safety Sleeve technology serves four distinctive functions:
1. Shields the latex tubing from harmful UV rays that deteriorate the life of the latex tubing
2. Shields direct contact of the latex tubing against skin for exercisers who are allergic to latex
3. Protects the user in the event the latex tubing breaks. The Safety Sleeve houses the latex tubing so if it does break, it remains inside the secured Safety Sleeve, thereby protecting the exerciser.
4. Reduces pinching and increases your comfort while using our bands.
There have been multiple incidents where people exercising with uncovered resistance bands have suffered facial injuries or, even worse, loss of vision from being struck in the eye from the broken resistance band. The reason most injuries occur to the facial area is due to the fact that most exercises are done by either pulling away from a wall toward the body or standing on the resistance band pressing the hands upward toward the face.
The price difference between non-safety sleeve resistance bands and Worldwide's FitCord is nominal, and in some cases FitCord's cost is even less that the traditional uncovered resistance band. Most consumers don't realize that there are multiple grades of latex tubing being produced around the globe and not knowing the quality of the tubing they purchase can be life changing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! FitCord resistance bands are proudly manufactured in Gulf Shores, Alabama, using patented Safety Sleeve Technology for added durability and safety
FitCord offers two great full‑body handle options:
- 4‑foot covered bands with sewn‑in padded handles.
- 4‑foot covered bands with detachable handle clips—so you can stack bands or switch attachments quickly.
FitCord bands come in a range—from ultra‑light (3 lb) for beginners or rehab, to ultra‑heavy (55 lb) for advanced users. Colors correlate with resistance; always think about your current strength and workout goals.
Safety is our priority. The Safety Sleeve Technology provides a protective outer layer that helps prevent snaps, and lab tests show FitCord bands resisting over 150,000 full-length pulls before losing integrity.
Absolutely. The Perfect Therapy Bands feature large webbing loops—great for looping around limbs or sturdy anchors—and deliver both positive and negative force for strength and range-of-motion training.
Pick the right resistance—start light if you're new, and scale up as you grow stronger.
Resistance bands with handles allow for a more natural grip and better simulation of dumbbell and cable machine exercises. Loop bands are great for lower body, but handle bands give more range for upper body and full-body workouts.
Yes! When used consistently and with proper form, resistance bands (especially ones with handles like FitCord’s) can build lean muscle mass. They provide constant tension, which challenges both the concentric and eccentric phases of movement.
Absolutely. Beginners should start with lower resistance levels and master form before moving to heavier bands. Many brands, including FitCord, color-code bands for easy resistance identification.
Typical latex bands degrade with UV exposure and wear. However, FitCord’s Safety Sleeve Tech protects bands from nicks, sweat, and sun—making them last up to 10x longer than bare bands.
- Use over time.
- the eccentric (return) portion of each rep.
- more reps or sets.
- compound movements (e.g., squats + presses).
Thousands! Some popular ones:
Chest Press
Rows
Squats with Overhead Press
Tricep Extensions
Bicep Curls
FitCord offers free routines and video guides on their website and YouTube.