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TRX Suspension Training Course Review

Recently (as in last weekend) despite the current craziness of getting ready to leave for a year long road trip, I attended the TRX suspension training course.

The TRX suspension training course was hosted at YuBfit in Huntington Beach.  It was taught by three TRX trainers, one who was a formal physical therapist.

Here is a recap of  the TRX suspension course objectives.

1. Understand the uniqueness and power of suspension training. – I didn’t need any convincing.  Upon arriving at the course I noticed the slogan on the back of the instructor’s shirts, “Make your body your machine.”  Catchy right?  But get this…when I read that slogan I thought of it as a metaphor for the body being strong like a machine.  You know when you say, “You’re a machine” when one of your friends has an amazing workout.  (Please tell me you say that too!)  I’m assuming TRX means that as well but during the course our instructor explained the slogan further.  She talked about how when people go to the gym they sit down on a machine and the machine is the workout or the machine provides the resistance.  However, with the TRX your body provides the resistance and your body literally replaces the machine.  So it it has a literally and metaphorically meaning.  Cool way to think of it, huh!

2. How to set up the TRX in any environment. – This will come in very handy on the road.  I think I’ve already found the perfect place to attach it to my rv. :-)

3. Become proficient in a wide range of exercises.  – This was my favorite part.  We practiced a lot of different exercises.  My arms were sore for almost 3 days afterwards but it was fun.  I’m super excited to add some new ones to my routines.  Each participant also got a very well put together manual with over 70 different exercises.

4. Know how to adjust resistance for any fitness level.  – I learned that although I’m fit it doesn’t mean I’m always going to use the advanced progressions.  For some exercises the advanced progressions were easy and others I needed to use beginner or intermediate progressions.  This is one of the things I LOVE about suspension training.  It’s easy to seamlessly change the difficulty.

5. Know how to lead participants through an efficient and effective workout. –  After listening to a lecture on program design we were split up into groups and we asked to design a program for a specific client.  Then we had to perform our programming choices in front of the class.  It was fun and not only did I learn by working with my group, I learned a great deal for the other groups.

Was the Course Worth the Money?

The class was what I would consider a medium sized class and there were 3 instructors for about 20 participants.  The head trainer, a former physical therapist, really knew her stuff.  I was impressed not only by her knowledge but by her speaking skills.

As a personal trainer, yes.  Continuing education is an important (and necessary) part of being a personal trainer.  Personally, I prefer to earn CEUs through hands on practice rather than reading and test taking.

If you aren’t a fitness professional then the course would still have value but your money might be better spend on TRX classes or videos.  Two hundred and fifty dollars is quite a few videos or classes.  While not necessary, keep in mind you’ll also get more out of the course if you understand the planes of motion and basic biomechanics.

Overall I’m glad I went.  The course was well thought out and organized.  I learned a lot and look forward to incorporating what I learned into my workouts.

Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn

Check out our family’s adventures at New School Nomads as we plan to take a year long road trip through the United States!

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Tags: Certifications, Suspension Trainer, TRX

About jennincat

I'm so happy you stopped by my little corner of the web where I write about fitness, food, and amazing women I "meet". I live in California with my wonderful husband and two rambunctious boys. I'm a personal trainer and dreamer. I enjoy most things but some of my favorites are reading, acting, camping, cooking, music, writing, traveling, and being in the moment with my favorite people! You can read more about me here! I hope you stop by often!
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5 Responses to “TRX Suspension Training Course Review”

  1. On October 4, 2011 at 3:56 pm Katie responded with... #

    I need one. Stat.

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  2. On October 5, 2011 at 11:29 am charlotte responded with... #

    Glad you liked it! I don’t think I’d ever try a training class but I sure do love the TRX!!

    Reply
  3. On October 8, 2011 at 11:26 pm Ellie@fitforthesoul responded with... #

    Hi Jenn! :) I’m a fellow Californian and was supposed to meet up with you guys today, but couldn’t. It’s so cool you did TRX! I’ve always been pretty curious about it. I had no idea H.B. area offered something like that either. Take care!

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    • On October 10, 2011 at 11:14 am jennincat responded with... #

      Thanks for stopping by! Too bad we didn’t get to meet. Next time!!! :-)

      Reply
  4. On November 21, 2011 at 1:02 am Jack Thread - TRX Suspension Trainer responded with... #

    Hello Everyone! Yes, the TRX Suspension Trainer Pro Pack is a very powerful, yet versatile workout system. For a limited time, you can get your own for only $159.99 + free shipping at http://www.trxbodyweighttrainer.com. Check it out.

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  • Posted on October 3, 2011
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