CanDo Resistance Loop Bands

Please Note:

  • Use discretion when choosing band loop size and/or resistance for the exercises mentioned.
  • These exercise tips are guidelines. They do not replace any instructions or directions given by your clinician.

Arm Push 

  1. Assume a staggered-step posture. 
  2. Place a 15” band loop around the upper back and grasp the other end of the loop in your hands.
  3. Extend arms forward, keeping back straight. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Shoulder Spread 

  1. Place the ends of a 15” band loop around both hands. 
  2. Keeping your elbows straight, slightly spread outward with your arms in opposite directions. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Double Shoulder Rotation 

  1. Grasp the ends of a 15” band loop in both hands in front of you with elbows bent at your side. 
  2. Extend both arms outward, keeping your elbows by your side and forearms parallel to the ground. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Single Shoulder Rotation 

  1. Hold one end of a 15” band loop in your hand in front of you with elbows bent at your side. 
  2. Grasp the other end and extend outward, keeping your elbow by your side and forearm parallel to the ground. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Lat Pulldown 

  1. Begin by grasping a 15” band loop around each hand above your head. 
  2. Pull down and push out at the same time, bringing the band behind your head. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Shoulder Retraction 

  1. Grasp both ends of a 15” band loop in your hands. 
  2. Pull the ends of the band loop apart by pinching / squeezing your shoulder blades. The workload should only be carried by your shoulders in this workout, not your arms. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Bent-Over Pull 

  1. Begin with one end of a 15” band loop underneath your foot. 
  2. Stagger your feet and bend slightly forward at the hips. 
  3. Pull the other end of the band upward, bending your elbow and pulling your shoulder back. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Wrist Stretch (Flexion)

  1. From a seated position place one end of the loop under your foot.
  2. Grasp the other end in your hand with your palm up and forearm resting on your thigh.
  3. Slowly bend your wrist upward.
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Wrist Extension 

  1. From a seated position place one end of the loop under your foot. 
  2. Grasp the other end in your hand with your palm down and forearm resting on your thigh. 
  3. Slowly bend your wrist upward. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Wrist Pull 

  1. From a seated position place one end of the loop under your foot. 
  2. Grasp the other end in your hand (palm down) by your side. 
  3. Slowly bend your wrist backward. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Side Bend 

  1. Stand with one end of a 15” band loop secured under your foot. 
  2. Grasp the other end of the band at your waist. 
  3. Bend your trunk away from the band, keeping your elbow straight. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Wrist Bends 

  1. From a seated position place one end of the loop under your foot. 
  2. Grasp the other end in your hand with your thumb upward and forearm resting on your thigh. 
  3. Slowly bend your wrist upward. 
  4. Hold and slowly return.

Back Extension 

  1. Sit on the floor with knees straight and one end of a 15” band loop wrapped around both feet. Grasp the other end of the loop at chest level. 
  2. Keeping your back straight and upright, lean backward away from your feet. Don’t arch your back. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

Bridge Hip Lift 

  1. Place a 15” band loop around knees with feet shoulder width apart. 
  2. Lift rear off mat while pushing knees outward. 
  3. Hold and slowly return.

CAUTION: This product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.

General Instructions:

  • Examine loops before each use and discard if nicks or tears are present.
  • As with any exercise program, muscle soreness may be experienced after initial usage over the first few days. If muscle soreness persists for more than a few days, consult your clinician.
  • Do not exercise while experiencing pain.
  • For beginners, practice exercises without the band loop until you are comfortable with the movements. Then begin exercises with this product.
  • Proper body stance is critical while practicing standing exercises. Square your balance at all times. Be sure to practice the safest posture possible by maintaining your natural spinal position.
  • Avoid hyper-extending or over-flexing joints while exercising. Do not lock-up joints.
  • Control your breathing while practicing exercises. Never hold your breath while exercising. Exhale during the more difficult phase of your exercise repetition.
  • Use the exerciser to practice slow and controlled exercises. Always maintain control of your exerciser. Never allow the exerciser to snap back.
  • Only perform exercises with the color/resistance level prescribed to you by your clinician. If the color/ resistance level is too easy to use, consult your clinician prior to advancing to the next color/resistance level.
  • Don’t over-exercise. Take a break between sets.