TheraBand colours: How to find the right fitness band for you

What do the TheraBand colours mean?

TheraBand is the inventor and developer of the Trusted Progression™ System, a precise, colour-coded system of resistance levels that are tensile tested and validated to ensure the integrity of the band.

TheraBand Colors

Which TheraBand is right for me?

Choosing the right TheraBand colour depends on your fitness level. You should be able to repeat an exercise with the band about 15 times. If you are significantly above or below this value, choose a stronger or weaker band.

TheraBand Colour Resistance in kg at 100% elongation Fitness level
Beige | Very light 1.1kg Rehabilitation and reconstruction
Yellow | Light 1.3kg Therapy and care as well as rehabilitation after injuries
Red | Medium 1.7kg Therapy and rehabilitation, playful children's training, prevention training
Green | Heavy 2.1kg All-rounder for leisure and sports as well as for advanced rehabilitation and prevention training
Blue | Very heavy 2.6kg Sophisticated band for leisure and sport
Black | Extra heavy 3.3kg Strength training
Silver | Special heavy 4.6kg Advanced strength and athletic training
Gold | Max. heavy 6.5kg Demanding strength and athletic training for professionals