What is the Thera-Band System of Progressive Resistance?
The Thera-Band® System of Progressive Resistance consists of 8 color-coded resistance levels. The color of the band or tubing denotes its resistance level. Tan = Extra Light Resistance Yellow = Light Resistance Red = Medium Resistance Green = Heavy Resistance Blue = Extra Heavy Resistance Black = Special Heavy Resistance Silver = Super Heavy Resistance Gold = Maximum Resistance In general, tan and yellow are used for early rehabilitation or very frail individuals. The most common resistances are red, green & blue.