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TRX Training

ishallnotwant
ishallnotwant Posts: 1,210 Member
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I took this class called Bodyweb by TRX this morning at my gym. Oh, man it was KILLER! I guess it's a suspension training system originally designed by Navy Seals. I can't wait to go back, it was so fun (and painful! haha)

Have you ever taken a TRX class or worked with the TRX system? Do/did you enjoy it?

I'm feeling muscles in my abs right now that I didn't even know existed. :huh:

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  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    My tri club has incorporated the TRX system into our strength program, I'm very tempted to buy one for use at home and when traveling.
  • ishallnotwant
    ishallnotwant Posts: 1,210 Member
    My tri club has incorporated the TRX system into our strength program, I'm very tempted to buy one for use at home and when traveling.

    If you travel a lot, it sounds like it could be a great investment! It's so compact and easy to take with you, plus it's an amazing workout! Sounds like a win/win decision. :smile:
  • alikat42
    alikat42 Posts: 213 Member
    My gym offers TRX for one on one training. I love it! Wish they had a class.
  • maritenour
    maritenour Posts: 107 Member
    I recently found a friendship with a personal trainer and he will he training me all summer with TRX. He swears by it, and if you saw his body you would too! haha
  • ishallnotwant
    ishallnotwant Posts: 1,210 Member
    I recently found a friendship with a personal trainer and he will he training me all summer with TRX. He swears by it, and if you saw his body you would too! haha

    I believe it! lol It seems like it provides excellent conditioning.
  • Ejwelton
    Ejwelton Posts: 331 Member
    My pt uses it. It's a really good workout
  • chcoley
    chcoley Posts: 63 Member
    My gym is offerin a TRX "teaser" class next week...I thought about signing up, but I'm terrified!!!!
  • Amara15
    Amara15 Posts: 211 Member
    I did it once. I was sore for daaaays, like 4 haha. My biceps, forarms and shoulders were a mess after! I loved it, but I dont think its something I could do often, I've had my shoulder worked on a few times, and I"m not sure it would be good for it to do TRX consistently
  • xraylady33
    xraylady33 Posts: 222 Member
    The inches you lose in using TRX for two weeks will astound you! MEASURE MEASURE MEASURE......ABsolutely fabulous workout...and kicks your hiney!
  • apatrick106
    apatrick106 Posts: 68 Member
    I love the TRX! At first I was intimated but 3 classes later it is the best work by far. I do it at my pace also as you know some are extremely fit and move right along but I really try and focus on using my muscles for the exercise! Muscles were sore that I did not even know existed but love feeling the burn! I am dripping in sweat when I am done and as you know it is all muscle workout no cardio. My gym charges extra for the class also which stinks but now that I know what kind of workout the class can give it is so worth it!

    I was doing classes, weights, and cardio but after only adding TRX on Fridays for 30 mins do I actually feel like I am gaining muscle.
  • apatrick106
    apatrick106 Posts: 68 Member
    The inches you lose in using TRX for two weeks will astound you! MEASURE MEASURE MEASURE......ABsolutely fabulous workout...and kicks your hiney!


    You are100% right about that! I did not measure but I can feel a difference! I am going to take measurement today!
  • TKHappy
    TKHappy Posts: 659 Member
    One of the girls I work with does this and has been telling me to give it a try!! I've been looking into it....it looks like a lot of fun!! :)
  • apatrick106
    apatrick106 Posts: 68 Member
    My gym is offerin a TRX "teaser" class next week...I thought about signing up, but I'm terrified!!!!

    Do it!! I did a free class first also and I was terrified also but the instructor was great on making sure my form was correct and that I did the exercise correct and at my level. Keep it at your pace better to do 3 correct then 10 wrong!

    Make sure you get major protein before and after your muscles will be sore!!
  • kaitimae
    kaitimae Posts: 727 Member
    My old trainer and I used to do TRX... it was by far one of my most favorite workouts that we did. SO much fun!
  • mostein
    mostein Posts: 200 Member
    TRX is FANTASTIC!!! I am not currently taking it but whenever I do sign up for a class I notice results right away. I was taking one that combine TRX with cardio intervals and it was the best workout! It is a great workout for the abs as well because they have you do planks, mountain climbers, pikes etc. while suspended....I'm drooling thinking about it
  • JBurger2066
    JBurger2066 Posts: 161 Member
    A coworker gave me a one month free pass yesterday to the gym he goes to. They have the TRX equipment and a trainer specifically for it. I can't wait to give it a try!
  • Quiing
    Quiing Posts: 261 Member
    I have one at home, but maybe I should sign up for a class too and learn some new moves with it. I think I'm only using it in the most basic way... lol
  • chcoley
    chcoley Posts: 63 Member
    My gym is offerin a TRX "teaser" class next week...I thought about signing up, but I'm terrified!!!!

    Do it!! I did a free class first also and I was terrified also but the instructor was great on making sure my form was correct and that I did the exercise correct and at my level. Keep it at your pace better to do 3 correct then 10 wrong!

    Make sure you get major protein before and after your muscles will be sore!!

    Thanks! I signed up tonight!
  • 2wiceOver
    2wiceOver Posts: 38
    Theres a wall of them at my gym. I use them from time to time. Love suspended crunches on there. There are lots of good videos online.
  • ishallnotwant
    ishallnotwant Posts: 1,210 Member
    I think i'm gonna just do it once per week for now until I get stronger because I had some shoulder and neck issues after my last class...
  • eso2012
    eso2012 Posts: 337 Member
    TRX totally rocks! I do it at my Pilates studio (TRX and Pilates actually share similar core training). I saw muscle definition after a few sessions, something I never experienced with weights. And good long muscles too!

    I purchased the home kit but have not put it up yet. Over-the-door cannot beat the prof ceiling fixture but I figure it is one less excuse for me not to keep up with it :)

    I would love to hear your schedule and tips; I will share more when I start my home programme.
  • anoroc751
    anoroc751 Posts: 57 Member
    Best workout ever. Great for increasing flexibility, overall strength and cardio.

    oh, and it works the core too.
  • ablykins
    ablykins Posts: 200 Member
    For sure- TRX classes are great!! Fun, challenging workouts!
  • cgray
    cgray Posts: 129 Member
    I take TRX classes a few times a month. I've gotten pretty good at it. I still enjoy it but at the moment I'm on a bootcamp kick.
  • zanhaines
    zanhaines Posts: 1 Member
    how are you guys logging TRX training in your exercise journal?
  • anoroc751
    anoroc751 Posts: 57 Member
    I just use circuit training (general). There is not category for it but my heart rate is elevated the whole time.
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