TRX FAQs
Q: Who will benefit from Suspension Training?
Everyone can benefit from Suspension Training. Because the user can effortlessly control the resistance and level of difficulty by simply shifting the position of their body, the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional is perfect for gentle rehabilitation, hardcore athletic training, and everything in between.
Q: Is Suspension Training appropriate for people who are out of shape or just beginning an exercise program?
Yes, because the user has control over the amount of bodyweight resistance, control of the angle in which they place their body, and can control their stability by their foot placement (wide stance, narrow stance, single leg) which means it can very well be used for people that are not professional or performance athletes nor regularly active. Suspension Training can also be used to assist a number of movements that are too difficult for many deconditioned users.
Q: How is Suspension Training different from other types of resistance training?
Traditional weight training often only works one muscle at a time which is contradictory to the normal coordinated muscle effort used to complete most activities. Focusing on only one muscle at a time is more likely to lead to overuse injuries and muscular imbalances, as well as potentially limit strength and movement gains. Suspension Training allows for the use of multiple planes of motion and works multiple muscles and joints simultaneously.
Product Questions
Q: Do I need any other equipment?
The TRX, your body and bit of motivation is all you will need to get a great workout! If you have other equipment available to you, it can be integrated into your program to provide increased variety and different challenge.
Q: What is the TRX made of? Is it elastic?
No, the TRX is constructed of industrial strength soft nylon webbing, so the resistance is generated by variable bodyweight and gravity rather than the stretching of elastic bands.
Q: Is there a weight limit for the person using the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional?
We recommend a maximum user weight of 350lbs. We performed a product design testing that includes a 4 Times Load Testing. This means we take four times the maximum user weight and load it on different parts of the TRX to ensure that the product will not fail. So although the maximum user weight is 350lbs, we have actually loaded it with 1400lbs.
Q: What is the difference between the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional & the TRX FORCE Kit?
Both include a TRX Suspension Trainer that are functionally similar. The TRX FORCE Kit has a different color scheme and includes a TRX Door Anchor and the TRX FORCE DVD & Guide. The TRX FORCE DVD & Guide is a complete 12-week strength and endurance training program built for the needs of the tactical (military and first responder) and other serious athletes.
Q: How much space do I need to train on the TRX?
To be able to perform all exercises on the TRX, you will need a comfortable space that is 6ft wide and 8ft in length.
Q: Who will benefit from Suspension Training?
Everyone can benefit from Suspension Training. Because the user can effortlessly control the resistance and level of difficulty by simply shifting the position of their body, the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional is perfect for gentle rehabilitation, hardcore athletic training, and everything in between.
Q: Is Suspension Training appropriate for people who are out of shape or just beginning an exercise program?
Yes, because the user has control over the amount of bodyweight resistance, control of the angle in which they place their body, and can control their stability by their foot placement (wide stance, narrow stance, single leg) which means it can very well be used for people that are not professional or performance athletes nor regularly active. Suspension Training can also be used to assist a number of movements that are too difficult for many deconditioned users.
Q: How is Suspension Training different from other types of resistance training?
Traditional weight training often only works one muscle at a time which is contradictory to the normal coordinated muscle effort used to complete most activities. Focusing on only one muscle at a time is more likely to lead to overuse injuries and muscular imbalances, as well as potentially limit strength and movement gains. Suspension Training allows for the use of multiple planes of motion and works multiple muscles and joints simultaneously.
Product Questions
Q: Do I need any other equipment?
The TRX, your body and bit of motivation is all you will need to get a great workout! If you have other equipment available to you, it can be integrated into your program to provide increased variety and different challenge.
Q: What is the TRX made of? Is it elastic?
No, the TRX is constructed of industrial strength soft nylon webbing, so the resistance is generated by variable bodyweight and gravity rather than the stretching of elastic bands.
Q: Is there a weight limit for the person using the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional?
We recommend a maximum user weight of 350lbs. We performed a product design testing that includes a 4 Times Load Testing. This means we take four times the maximum user weight and load it on different parts of the TRX to ensure that the product will not fail. So although the maximum user weight is 350lbs, we have actually loaded it with 1400lbs.
Q: What is the difference between the TRX Suspension Trainer Professional & the TRX FORCE Kit?
Both include a TRX Suspension Trainer that are functionally similar. The TRX FORCE Kit has a different color scheme and includes a TRX Door Anchor and the TRX FORCE DVD & Guide. The TRX FORCE DVD & Guide is a complete 12-week strength and endurance training program built for the needs of the tactical (military and first responder) and other serious athletes.
Q: How much space do I need to train on the TRX?
To be able to perform all exercises on the TRX, you will need a comfortable space that is 6ft wide and 8ft in length.