Prepare your workout
- Equipment
- Resistance band, Wall, Fixed support and Exercise mat
- Before you choose
- Choose a variation and load you can control. Match the range to your ability.
- Intensity
- Finish able to perform at least 3 more repetitions with good technique.
- Warm-up
- Before the session, complete one gentle round of the three listed movements. Allow about 6 minutes for preparation, transitions and rehearsing the first exercise; extend this if needed. Rehearse the first exercise with light resistance before its sets, keeping breathing comfortable.
Duration is approximate. Prepare your equipment and take the indicated rests; needing more rest can make the workout longer.
PREPARE TO MOVEYour warm-up
Start with this gentle preparation before your working sets. The listed duration includes the warm-up.
Active walking
60–90 s at a comfortable pace
Choose a clear, safe area and start walking at a comfortable pace. Take regular steps with your arms moving naturally. Keep a pace that allows conversation and slow down to finish.
What you train: Warms up the body and trains arm-leg coordination while walking.
Watch video ↗Unanchored band external rotation
1 × 6 gentle repetitions
Hold a band in both hands, elbows bent and tucked beside you. Rotate forearms outward, separating hands without lifting elbows away. Slowly return with control.
What you train: Works the shoulder's external rotators against light band resistance.
Watch video ↗Wall shoulder-blade control
1 × 6 gentle repetitions
Place hands on a wall at shoulder height with elbows straight. Let your chest move slightly towards the wall as shoulder blades approach. Push the wall away to spread shoulder blades without bending elbows.
What you train: Trains shoulder-blade control as the chest approaches and leaves the wall.
Watch video ↗
STEP BY STEP
Your complete workout
9 exercises01Seated resistance-band row
2 × 10
How to do it- Sit with an undamaged band around your soles; keep your shoes on.
- Pull the ends towards your hips, taking your elbows back.
- Slowly extend your arms, controlling the band's return.
What it trainsStrengthens the back and arms against elastic resistance.
- Rest
- Rest about 60 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Sit with a band in good condition around the soles of your shoes. Pull the ends towards your hips and return slowly.
Technique cueCheck that the band is secure around your feet and away from your face.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use less tension or a lighter band.
- To progress
- Hold the pause longer as you draw your elbows back.
- Avoid this mistake
- Releasing the band suddenly or using damaged equipment.
View exercise guide ↗How to do it- Face a wall with hands or forearms resting at a comfortable height.
- Slide your arms upward without arching your back or straining your shoulders.
- Slide back down with control.
What it trainsTrains coordinated shoulder and shoulder-blade movement while raising the arms.
- Rest
- Rest about 30 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Stand facing a wall and rest your hands or forearms on it at a comfortable height. Gently slide them upwards and back down without forcing your shoulders.
Technique cueKeep ribs above your pelvis; you do not need to reach the highest point.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Reduce the height of the slide.
- To progress
- Gradually increase the range of movement if you can maintain your posture.
- Avoid this mistake
- Arching your back to reach higher or pushing through discomfort.
View exercise guide ↗How to do it- Hold a light band in front of your chest, elbows slightly bent.
- Move your hands apart through a comfortable shoulder range.
- Slowly bring your hands together, controlling the band's tension.
What it trainsStrengthens the rear shoulders and trains shoulder-blade movement.
- Rest
- Rest about 45 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Hold a light band in front of your chest with your elbows slightly bent. Pull your hands apart through a comfortable range, then return.
Technique cueKeep your shoulders away from your ears and your trunk still.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use a lighter band or a smaller range of movement.
- To progress
- Add a brief pause with your arms apart.
- Avoid this mistake
- Forcing your shoulders beyond their comfortable range.
View exercise guide ↗How to do it- Lie on your back with knees bent and both feet grounded.
- Push through your feet and raise your pelvis, gently squeezing your glutes.
- Lower your pelvis with control onto the mat.
What it trainsStrengthens the glutes through hip extension from the floor.
- Rest
- Rest about 45 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Lie with your feet on the floor and knees bent. Lift your pelvis and lower with control.
Technique cueStop rising when your hips and trunk are aligned.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use a smaller range of movement.
- To progress
- Add a two-second pause at the top.
- Avoid this mistake
- Lifting your pelvis by overextending your back.
View exercise guide ↗05Quadruped leg slide
2 × 5 each side
How to do it- Start on hands and knees, with hands below shoulders.
- Slide one leg back, keeping its toes on the floor.
- Slide the foot back until your knee rests, then change sides.
What it trainsTrains trunk and pelvic control as one leg slides along the floor.
- Rest
- Rest about 30 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Start on your hands and knees. Slide one leg backwards, keeping your toes on the floor, then return. Alternate without rotating your hips.
Technique cueKeep your hips level and pad your knees.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Use a shorter sliding movement.
- To progress
- Lift your foot a few centimetres only if you can keep your torso stable.
- Avoid this mistake
- Lifting your leg too high or rotating your pelvis.
View exercise guide ↗06Kneeling side plank
2 × 15 s each side
How to do it- Lie on your side with knees bent and elbow below shoulder.
- Press through your forearm and knees to raise your pelvis without twisting.
- Breathe while holding; lower your pelvis with control to finish.
What it trainsStrengthens the side abdominal muscles with extra support from your knees.
- Rest
- Rest about 30 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Rest on one forearm and your bent knees. Lift your pelvis while keeping your shoulder stable, and breathe throughout the hold.
Technique cuePush through your forearm so your shoulder does not sink.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Shorten the duration.
- To progress
- Progress to the side variation with straight legs.
- Avoid this mistake
- Letting your shoulder sink.
View exercise guide ↗07Supported tandem balance
1 × 20 s with each foot in front
How to do it- Stand beside a wall or fixed support with one foot in front of the other.
- Leave enough space to remain stable and hold the position.
- Separate your feet with control and change the front foot.
What it trainsTrains balance with a narrow stance and support nearby.
- Rest
- Rest about 30 s between sets and when changing exercises; extend the break if needed.
- Tempo
- Slow, controlled movement
The movement, step by step
Stand beside a wall or fixed support. Place one foot in front of the other, leaving enough space to feel stable. Hold for a few seconds, then switch the front foot.
Technique cueLook forward and keep support within reach.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Widen your stance and hold the support with both hands.
- To progress
- Bring your feet a little closer together, keeping one hand on the support.
- Avoid this mistake
- Closing your eyes, removing support too soon or holding until you lose stability.
View exercise guide ↗08Shoulder circles
Additional exercise
1 × 5
How to do it- Sit or stand with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Make small, slow shoulder circles backwards.
- Reverse direction, then let your shoulders relax.
What it trainsGently mobilises the shoulders and shoulder blades before activity.
- Rest
- Rest 30 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
Sitting or standing, let your arms relax. Make small, slow circles with your shoulders backwards, then forwards.
Technique cueKeep your head still and breathe naturally.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Make smaller circles.
- To progress
- Make the circles larger only within a comfortable range of movement.
- Avoid this mistake
- Moving abruptly or tensing your neck.
View exercise guide ↗09Supported ankle mobility
Additional exercise
1 × 5
How to do it- Place one foot near a wall with the whole sole grounded.
- Move your knee forward in line with your toes, keeping the heel down.
- Return slowly and repeat with the other ankle.
What it trainsTrains ankle mobility with the foot grounded.
- Rest
- Rest 30 s or longer until control returns.
- Tempo
- Controlled, without holding your breath
- Effort reserve
- RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
The movement, step by step
With your foot planted near a wall, move your knee forwards without lifting your heel. Return and repeat.
Technique cueStay within a comfortable range; your knee need not touch the wall.
Variations and mistakes to avoid
- More accessible
- Move your foot closer to the wall.
- To progress
- Move your foot slightly further away if you can keep your heel down.
- Avoid this mistake
- Forcing your ankle or rotating your foot to gain distance.
View exercise guide ↗
FINISH THE SESSIONFinish and prepare your next step.
Finish with 2 minutes of gentle walking. Duration is approximate and may increase if you need more rest.
How to progress
First complete repetitions with good technique. In another session increase only reps, range or a small amount of load. Reduce work if recovery worsens.
Open workout in the app →General routines for adults. If you have a health condition, an injury, are pregnant or have medical instructions, consult your professional before starting and ask for adaptations. Stop if you experience pain, dizziness or unusual breathlessness.