Jungle Gym vs. TRX?

[schrovet]

There is a download button so you can save the workout to your computer. It is a small screen workout but I find it doesn't bother me. I put it on my phone and it plays very well from there. There is a short introduction but I use that time to set up and warm up.

[Marie1120]

Originally Posted by adrien_73

I ended up returning mine.
I did try to move it closer to the hinge, but then I didn't have enough space behind me. (furniture)


Just sent it back on Monday so we'll see how long it takes to get a refund. You do have to call & get an RA# for returns. The woman I spoke to was very kind & helpful, so I take that as a good sign.

Thanks for the info. I had a moment of weakness and ALMOST ordered esp with the big sale. Where I wanted to use it I don't think I would have the clearance I wanted in front of the door. We are getting these at the gym I go to and my trainer was going through the training this weekend. If she has me do stuff and I think I would love these at home and use it enough, I might cave later. I agree with the poster that said it is another gadget and I have so many other options for workouts now so would want to be sure this would be a worthwhile purshase for me. DH would be so proud of me for resisting!

[Sancho]

Originally Posted by sciencelady

There's the Infamous TRX workout - a series of workouts progressing over 8 weeks. http://www.precisionnutrition.com/trx-workout-phase-1 or http://community.fitnessanywhere.com...workout-b.aspx

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Thanks, I remember you've posted this before. I took a quick look, but not a serious one. I'll invest the time this week. Since I'm already in good shape (I was able to do the 3 workouts I tried without problem), would I want to start this progression at the beginning?

[Sancho]

Originally Posted by Helen S

Oh no!!! Those are the three workouts that I bought. I only did the Express one and like you, I just thought it was so-so. I've been using my JG as a sub for some of the AHB gliding exercises. One day, I did look at some clips on You Tube. You can get lots of TRX ideas over there.

I can't really explain what it is that I didn't like. The guy on the Team Sports and Train Like a Pro is a bit annoying, but that wasn't the problem. It was something about the way the exercises are sequenced and about the length of time they do each exercise???? I don't know, I can't really figure it out. I just know that I didn't feel "worked" like I do with a Cathe DVD. But each individual exercise was working me in ways I hadn't done before. I feel like if someone like Cathe or Shaun T was to make a work out with this equipment I would like it more????? I can't wait to hear what you think.

Part of me thinks, "oh, I just need to try more of the DVD's . . . maybe the stregth one or the core one". But, seriously, I've tried 3 of them. I need to go down a different path. I still have ropes and straps to try. I'm planning on today, but it depends on how the day progresses.

[Sancho]

Originally Posted by schrovet

Today I did Insanity plyo circuit. After each water break, I would do 2 exercises from the pentagon trx workout. It made the plyo workout be about one hour. I was watching the pentagon workout on my computer and the insanity on my tv.

Thanks. I'll take a look at this one also. I watched it awhile ago when it was first posted, but I ordered the DVD's thinking they would keep me happy.

When you added the 2 exercises to Plyo, did it bring your HR down or did the 2 add ons keep the HR up?

[Sancho]

Originally Posted by bee1forfitness

Sancho
I passed on the DVD's they have some deck of cards with various TRX exercises on them called "FitDeck TRX Suspension Trainer" @ $15.00 and on in their forum they have lots of ideas and written workouts maybe you could try that as an option, I enjoy using written workouts for KBell, so hope to do the same with TRX

I think you made a good decision. You should get the Express workout with the TRX if you ordered the home package. That will give you a good feel for the DVD's. Since you are someone who enjoys written workouts, the FitDeck will be perfect for you.

Let us know what you think when you've tried it!

[schrovet]

Originally Posted by Sancho

When you added the 2 exercises to Plyo, did it bring your HR down or did the 2 add ons keep the HR up?

Well, I was my normal breathless self after each insanity part. I would take about a 15 sec rest and then do the trx moves. I was still pretty breathless and would need about another 10 seconds before starting the next insanity sequence. But, I am just in ok shape. I didn't wear my hr monitor

I will use trx in this circuit manner or it will be just a 25 min add on bonus on days I feel like exercising a little more.

My favorite moves are the trx pushup, trx mountain climbers and trx inverted shoulder press (one foot in straps, do a hand stand and then shoulder press). I found the latter 2 moves on youtube.

Lisa

[Helen S]

Originally Posted by Sancho

I can't really explain what it is that I didn't like. The guy on the Team Sports and Train Like a Pro is a bit annoying, but that wasn't the problem. It was something about the way the exercises are sequenced and about the length of time they do each exercise???? I don't know, I can't really figure it out. I just know that I didn't feel "worked" like I do with a Cathe DVD. But each individual exercise was working me in ways I hadn't done before. I feel like if someone like Cathe or Shaun T was to make a work out with this equipment I would like it more????? I can't wait to hear what you think.

Part of me thinks, "oh, I just need to try more of the DVD's . . . maybe the stregth one or the core one". But, seriously, I've tried 3 of them. I need to go down a different path. I still have ropes and straps to try. I'm planning on today, but it depends on how the day progresses.

I tried parts of both Team Sports and Train Like a Pro. The instructor did not bother me. I can see where some of the intervals seem short except the suspended core exercises because those were tough. I did some exercises after a weight workout. I think that's how I am going to use these DVDs. The TRX/JG is just another tool (which is what you said in another thread) just like the kettlebell. I mostly like kbs for swinging type exercises. However, a lot of other exercises like deadlifts seem fine with a barbell/dumbbells instead of a kb. That's how I feel about the TRX/JG. It will be good to supplement my other strength workouts. I especially love doing suspended core and leg work, some of the suspended upper body, and stretching. But it won't replace dumbbells/barbell and kettlebells.