22/02/2026
Four simple band exercises we use to build spinal strength and tolerance.
1. Banded Cat–Cow
Move your spine into flexion and extension against a light band.
Slow and controlled. Explore range, don’t force it.
Great for warming up and getting comfortable moving your back.
👉 2–3 sets of 8–12 slow reps
2. Tall Kneeling Banded Rotations
Rotate your torso. Pause briefly. Control the return.
The band adds load so your trunk has to work a bit harder.
Good for building strength and confidence with rotation.
👉 2–3 sets of 8–10 reps each side
3. Overhead Banded Lateral Tilts
Reach overhead. Gently side bend. Come back to centre.
This loads the side of your trunk in a simple way.
👉 2–3 sets of 8–12 reps each side
4. Resisted Lateral Tilts
Band pulls you sideways. You resist and return to neutral.
Simple way to build strength in the frontal plane.
👉 2–3 sets of 8–12 reps each side
Keep the band light to moderate.
Mild discomfort is okay. Sharp pain isn’t.
Move well. Build capacity. Let the body adapt.