Suspension training is a form of functional bodyweight exercise using adjustable straps anchored to a fixed point, leveraging gravity and body weight to build strength, stability, and flexibility. TRX Training created the original suspension trainer in 2005, developed by Navy SEAL Randy Hetrick, and remains the category leader worldwide.
Born in the Navy SEALs , Suspension Training bodyweight exercise develops strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously.
It requires the use of the TRX Suspension Trainer, a highly portable performance training tool that leverages gravity and the user’s body weight to complete 100s of exercises.
Workout Using the Suspension Trainer
The TRX Suspension Trainer is the original, best-in-class workout system that revolutionizes bodyweight training. (Want to discover the perfect TRX exercises for your fitness level and goals? Our quick assessment quiz can create a personalized suspension training plan just for you!) This versatile tool allows you to perform hundreds of exercises while leveraging gravity and your own body weight for resistance.
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The TRX Suspension Trainer:
- Delivers a fast, effective total-body workout
- Helps build a rock-solid core
- Increases muscular endurance
- Benefits people of all fitness levels (pro athletes to seniors)
- Can be set-up anywhere (gym, home, hotel or outside)
- By utilizing your own bodyweight, the TRX Suspension Trainer provides greater performance and functionality than large exercise machines costing thousands of dollars.
Used By Trainers, Athletes and the U.S. Military
Thousands of people at all fitness levels now train on the TRX: From everyday people who just want to feel and look their best to some of the world's most elite athletes. The TRX is used routinely by all four branches of the military, and can be found in the locker rooms of:
- Major League Baseball teams
- National League Baseball teams
- UFC fighters
- Olympic-level cyclists, swimmers & runners
It can also be paired with other workout tools, including our resistance equipment and strength training equipment.
FAQ
Q: Is TRX good for beginners?
A: Yes. TRX exercises are fully scalable by adjusting your body angle. The closer to vertical you stand, the easier the movement. Beginners can start with basic rows, squats, and chest presses at an easy angle and increase difficulty over time.
Q: Can you build muscle with TRX?
A: Yes. TRX provides progressive resistance through body angle adjustments, and research shows bodyweight training can produce meaningful muscle growth when performed with sufficient intensity and volume. TRX is especially effective for building functional strength and core stability.
Q: How do you set up a TRX?
A: Anchor the TRX over a door using the door anchor, loop it over a pull-up bar, or attach it to a ceiling or wall mount. Make sure the anchor point is secure and can support your body weight. Adjust the strap length based on the exercise.
Q: Can TRX replace the gym?
A: For many people, yes. TRX can train every major muscle group and supports strength, flexibility, and cardio work. It is especially practical for home training, travel, and anyone who prefers bodyweight-based exercise over machines and free weights.
Q: What muscles does TRX work?
A: TRX works your entire body. Every exercise engages your core for stabilization, and specific exercises target your chest, back, shoulders, arms, and legs. A single TRX session can be a complete full-body workout.
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