As more and more people visit our studio, one common
question is being asked, “What’s up with the yellow straps?” I am finding
after being emersed in TRX training for the past 2 years, not
everyone has been emersed in TRX training for the past 2 years. What is
TRX? Where did TRX begin? And most importantly, why should a person
want to workout with the TRX?
TRX is an acronym for Total Body Resistance EXercise.
Many people hear the X in TRX, and instantly gets it confused with the popular
home exercise program P90X. Two great fitness tools, but two totally
different ideas. One is a program and the other is a revolutionary piece
of equipment we use here at Studio 49 Fitness. TRX is simply two
adjustable nylon straps that have handles and foot cradles attached to each
end. Once the straps are attached to a secure anchor point, a person can
begin to exercise. The TRX is simple, versatile, and above all else
effective! With over 400 stretches and exercises, a person can work on
balance, core strength, flexibility, proprioception, cardiovascular endurance,
and best of all overall health! Andy Medley, a client of Studio 49
Fitness states,” I was tired of standard weight
training when Mark introduced me to TRX. TRX is a great tool
that allows me to push myself harder with an endless option of exercises.
It strengthens all muscles, especially the core, while also improving me
cardiovascularly.”
TRX started with a man named Randy Hetrick. I was
lucky enough to meet Randy at a fitness convention in Chicago. He shared
with me an hour of his time, explaining to me how he came up with the idea of TRX
suspension training, and how he thought it would help out the entire fitness
world. Randy was a Navy Seal, and at times had to stay in a safe house
for multiple weeks. After being tired of monotonous everyday exercises,
he took a couple parachute cords, threw them over a door, and started
experimenting with different suspended type movements and exercises. He
tweeked his idea by adding some handles, and after returning to the states, and
being approached by people in different gyms about his contraption, he knew he
was on to something. Long story short, here I am writing about these
black and yellow straps that I incorporate not only in my clients workouts, but
also my own.
ligament strength is as Strength, balance, flexibility,
coordination, and core stability are five beneficial reasons I use the
TRX. Not only is muscular strength enhanced, but tendon and well.
Incorporating uni-lateral movements during a workout kicks
up not only the balance component, but ensures that your CORE MUST engage at
all times. But above all else, the best part I have discovered as a
trainer using the TRX, is it trully makes an individual use multiple
muscular systems throughout various movement patterns and planes, which is
exactly what the body is designed to do. Whether you are a pro athlete,
or a sedentary 80 year old looking to increased flexibility and joint mobility,
TRX Suspension Training is a great way to supplement your workouts. It’s
been in my “Fitness Tool Box” for 2 years, and will be for many more
years. Happy Health and Happy Training!……
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