TRX Training RIP Trainer Basic Kit, Essential for Strengthening the Core

The rip trainer, like the original TRX system, represents a great functional workout. The beauty is the simplicity, which for some could be a criticism if you are looking to lug around heavy weights. Having had the original TRX for about 6 years, I was actually surprised by the 20 minute video which you can download upon purchase -- it's very useful, and goes through a number of excellent exercises. Additionally, the trx website and youtube are excellent resources for additional ways to punish yourself.For those you mentioned the "serious flaw" about being unable to thread the cable through the eyelet -- consider this a bit of a darwinian challenge. If you can't figure that out, perhaps lugging around the big heavy weights represents the highest order accomplishment. Hint, thread thru webbing, not the eyelet. To make it even easier, buy a couple of caribiner to very quickly switch between the various strength cords.Again, I highly recommend a quick peek at some of the exercise videos out there - while it looks deceptively simple, the workouts can be incredibly difficult. And, the true advantage is the portability which is second to none -- nothing like packing two small bags (trx and rip trainer) for the trip to the cottage, and the gym comes with me.Enjoy!

I have always used free weights over the last, almost 40 years, in my workouts. After some major surgeries, I worked with a personal trainer who introduced me to the Rip Trainer as a alternative to free weights. I have found I can obtain the results I want from my workouts without using free weights, although I do still retain a couple of free weight exercises in my routine.I also travel in the winter and will no longer need to join a fitness center during my stays away from home as I will simply take my Rip Trainer along and work out wherever I might be staying.Easy to use, good instructional video, many options for use of the Trainer. Quality is excellent.

Three great things about the Rip trainer. 1) It really provides a great workout, especially for core and lateral twisting and balance. I use mine with an Indo balance board as a paddle board simulator and it works great. 2) Very compact. Store it in a corner or under a sofa. All you need is something solid to attach it to like a hook in a wall stud. 3) Very well made. It's not just an expensive bungee cord that would wear through quickly and snap with the repeated major pressure and release an exercise session involves, but a well designed integrated and rugged unit that will last for a very long time.

got this as a birthday present for hubby who plays senior softball. he is able to use it to better prepare for the season. I use it too for more generic exercises like bicep curls. Very versatile. Doesn't take up much space. Love it

Recovering from shoulder surgery and I am looking forward to going into all band workout. The company could be more helpful with training material instead of trying to sell their workouts. They should realize we want to learn to use it and pass it on to our friends- hardly will be doing this for as much as they charge for training basic use of their product

This product has added such a boost to my workouts. Adding an explosive component to real-life movements, increasing functional strength. Easy to install and portable. Only wish I had gotten one sooner.

It can used for warmups, core, shoulders, - entire body. Very versatile. If COUPLED W A TRX, you have the tools needed for an excellent Body work out.

I have been using the TRX Straps for a short time, but decided after seeing the workouts on the app with the Rip Trainer that I had to try it. Its a whole new workout! There is one thing that I would strongly recommend you to consider before purchase is that you really do need a lot more room for the Rip Trainer (8x16 I believe is what the basic video says), or if you have an anchor point outside that your going to use. The other thing is be prepared with lots of water, your gonna work!