TRX Quick Start Manual

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Fitness Anywhere
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Consult your physician before starting this or any other exercise program. This product should be
used on a non-slip surface and only as directed. The user assumes the risk of injury and all liability
resulting from using this product.
 Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Components of the TRX Suspension Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Set-Up and Anchoring your TRX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Anchoring Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Anchoring Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Optional TRX Door Anchor™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Adjusting your TRX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Single Handle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using the Foot Cradles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Adjusting Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Adjusting Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

General Exercise Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

 Suspension Trainer™ Components

Suspension Anchor™
Carabiner

TRX
Intermediate
Anchor loops

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Main loop

Adjustment tabs

Cam buckles

Handles

Foot cradles

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 Set-Up and Anchoring

The TRX can be used safely indoors or out on a non-slip surface. For optimal use, you will
need a flat workout area measuring roughly 8 ft. (2.43 m) by 6 ft. (1.83 m) wide. All TRX
models come with a Suspension Anchor™, allowing you to “anchor” it to a secure point
that will support your bodyweight.

Suitable Attachment Points using Suspension Anchor:

Try sturdy beams, weight racks, heavy bag mounts, railings, tree branches or fences.

4TIP: Secure to doors and walls using the optional TRX Door Anchor™ and optional
mounting accessories. Please visit www.fitnessanywhere.com for a complete
list of anchoring options.

Anchoring Guidelines:
1. Your attachment point should be 7 ft. (2.13 m) - 9 ft.
(2.74 m) high and strong enough to support your
full bodyweight.

2. Adjust the length of the Suspension Anchor so

the main loop hangs 6 ft. (1.83 m) off the ground.
7 ft. - 9 ft.
6 ft.

3. With the TRX fully extended, the bottom of the

foot cradles should hang 2 in. (.05 m) - 3 in. (.07 m) off
the ground. When performing exercises lying down
(either prone or supine) adjust the TRX so foot
cradles hang 8 in. (.2 m) - 12 in. (.3 m) above the ground.

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 Anchoring

In order to get the main loop of the Suspension Anchor™ at 6 ft. (1.83 m), you will
need to adjust the length of the Suspension Anchor depending on the height of the
attachment point.

4TIP: When attaching to smooth bars or poles wrap the Suspension Anchor
several times to prevent slipping and clip carabiner at appropriate height.

Adjusting the length of the Suspension Anchor:

For higher attachment points,

extend the Suspension Anchor.

1. Wrap Suspension Anchor around the attachment point.

2. Clip the carabiner over Suspension Anchor strap and

cinch to set.

For lower attachment points,

shorten the Suspension Anchor.

You have two options:

1. Wrap strap several times and then clip into one
of the intermediate loops.

2. Wrap over attachment point and clip carabiner over

main strap of the Suspension Trainer.

! WARNING: NEVER clip the carabiner into

the main loop of the Suspension Anchor.

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 Anchoring

Proper use of the optional TRX Door Anchor™:

The TRX Door Anchor can only be used on solidly constructed doors that support
the user’s weight.

! WARNING: DO NOT use on sliding doors, glass doors or lightweight closet

doors. Make sure the door cannot be pulled open without turning door handle.

Attaching the Door Anchor:

For standard-height doors, remove the Suspension Anchor™ prior to attaching the Door
Anchor. For doors taller than 7 ft. (2.13 m), attach the Suspension Anchor to the Door
Anchor to extend length appropriately.

To remove the Suspension Anchor:

1. Slide anchor down towards the handle.
2. Fold the foot cradle straps along the handle and
push through main loop.
3. Reverse process to attach Door Anchor.

Placement for Door opening AWAY from you.

This is the most secure set-up since your bodyweight
will pull the door closed.
1. Toss Door Anchor pillow over top center of door Door Anchor
Pillow
and close.
2. Make sure door is completely closed and weight
test before using.

Placement for Door opening TOWARD you.

1. Place Door Anchor over top of door and then slide the
anchor across and into the gap above the upper hinge.
This will prevent the door from accidentally pulling open.
2. Make sure door is completely closed and weight-test
before using.

4TIP: Place Door placard on other side of door to

prevent unexpected interruption and possible injury.

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 Adjusting TRX
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The length of the TRX can be adjusted to give you the precise range of motion and
resistance you desire.

4TIP: For many standing exercises (presses, flys, lateral rotation, etc),
the TRX needs to be extended to provide maximum range of motion.

! WARNING: Always make sure the TRX straps are not twisted before
adjusting. This will avoid having a twisted strap pull through the buckle.

To shorten the TRX straps:

1. Hold one strap of the TRX. Depress the cam
buckle with your thumb and grasp the yellow
adjustment tab with the other hand.

2. Simultaneously draw backward on the buckle

and push the adjustment tab up along the
strap – just as if using a bow and arrow.
Repeat on other side.

To lengthen the TRX straps:

1. Simultaneously depress BOTH cam buckles
and pull downward, away from anchor point.

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 Single Handle Mode

Configuring the TRX into single handle mode allows you to increase the core
stabilization challenge, perform single-sided exercises, and perform powerful
rotational exercises.

To convert the TRX to single-handle mode:

B
1. Hold one handle in each hand, one directly Left
above the other. In this example, A is in your
right hand and B is in your left hand.

A
Right

A
2. Pass handle A upward through webbing Left
(upper part of handle) of handle B and switch
hands. You are now holding A in your left hand.

B
Right

3. Repeat the process by using your right hand

to pass handle B upward through handle A and
use your left hand to grasp handle B to lock.
Always tug on handle B to check for secure
lock-off prior to exercise.
A

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 Using the Foot Cradles

For face-up (supine) exercises:

Start Position
1. Sit facing the TRX with the bottom of the foot
cradles hanging 8 in. (.2 m) - 12 in. (.3 m) above the
ground. Your knees should be about 1 ft. (.3 m)
from foot cradles. Hold each foot cradle in place
with your index and middle fingers.

2. Lie backward onto ground and place both heels into

foot cradles simultaneously. Be sure your heels are
fully supported by the foot cradles.

3. Straighten legs and prepare for supine suspended

leg exercises. (As an alternative technique, try
performing the supine exercises with toes through
foot cradles and weight resting on the arches of
the feet).

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 Using the Foot Cradles

For face-down (prone) exercises:

Start Position
1. Sit facing the TRX with the bottom of the foot
cradles hanging 12 in. (.3 m) - 18 in. (.46 m) above the
ground. Your knees should be about 1 ft. (.3 m) from
foot cradles. Place right foot into left foot cradle
as shown here.

2. Shift weight to right hip. With right foot in left

foot cradle, cross left foot over right and place
into right foot cradle.

3. Roll body over to the right into a plank position

allowing the feet to rotate inside the foot cradles.
Upper body is supported by forearms or on hands
in pushup position. Rest by placing knees on ground
and assuming position on all-fours.

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 Adjusting Resistance

ADJUSTING RESISTANCE
The TRX allows you to instantly adjust the level of resistance for any exercise from
0 to 100% of your own body weight.

Standing Exercises
Body Angle: Move your feet
towards the attachment point
to increase resistance.

T-ing the feet: For standing

exercises that face the anchor
point, such as back flys and
shoulder raises, T-ing the feet
will make the movement easier,
while ensuring proper tension on
the straps. Shift your weight from
your back foot to your front foot
as you contract your muscles.

Floor Exercises
Your key vector is the angle of the TRX in relation to the floor. To increase resistance,
start with your body further away from the anchor. To decrease resistance, start
with your body closer to the anchor.

Starting Position

Neutral Position Neutral Position

More resistance Less resistance

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 Adjusting Stability

ADJUSTING STABILITY
Decreasing your base of support, (for example, bringing feet together or just standing on
one leg) will challenge your ability to stabilize and require more core engagement.

More stable More core engagement

4TIP: Try different positions of your free leg for additional stability challenges.

Performing plank position exercises from the elbow position is more stable and requires
less upper body strength and less core strength.

More stable More core engagement

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 Exercise Guidelines

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Posture
For all exercises, engage your
core and maintain a neutral
spine with your shoulders,
hips and ears in alignment.

Correct Posture Wrong

Keep straps tight

The TRX straps should never
hang loose at any time while
you are performing an exercise.
Remember to apply an even
amount of pressure throughout
the entire movement.
Correct Tension Wrong

No Sawing
The TRX is NOT a pulley.
Avoid sawing motions with the
handles to prevent premature
wear to the Suspension Anchor.
Keep equal pressure on handles
throughout all movements.
Correct Movement Wrong

No Rubbing
Never allow straps to rub
against arms in order
to stabilize. Move hands
higher to prevent rubbing.

Correct Position Wrong

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 Workout Log

Workout Log
At Fitness Anywhere, we strongly encourage you to create your own TRX Suspension
TrainingTM workouts with the planning template provided below. As your functional
strength and skill with the TRX increase, your custom workouts should evolve as well!

EXERCISE SETS REPS/TIME REST (SEC) NOTES

Visit our web site for more tips, techniques,

sport-specific workout DVDs, and training guides.

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