All Things TRX
January 6, 2012 by danny · 4 Comments
When I moved back to Illinois and started training people out of my home, one of the first things I did was purchase a TRX Suspension Trainer. I’m really glad I did this, because when you are working in a small area, you want to maximize the space you have with minimal equipment. And you can get a ton done with TRX straps. I’ve also seen a number of trainers (and “general fitness enthusiasts”) talk about how handy TRX straps are when traveling – just pop it in your suitcase and you can get a workout in ANYWHERE.
Eric Cressey getting his TRX on while on his honeymoon!
If you train at your house or own a gym, you definitely need to include the TRX Suspension Trainer in your toolbox!
While there are many, many exercises to choose from, I decided to film some of my favorite for you to check out and include in your training programs going forward.
Please note: when I learned now to insert words into my youtube videos in 2011, that was a BIG deal for me. BUT, I still haven’t learned how to add music. Recently, my brother-in-law (Tom) tried to teach me how to do it over the phone. But my computer/technology learning disability was too strong for his good directions. However, in 2012 I will learn this near impossible task! 
For now though, no music. You’ll just have to enjoy watching me train… because that is VERY enjoyable, right? Right! …
What are some of your favorite TRX exercises? If you haven’t used a TRX yet and are interested in getting one, just click on this link and type in TRX Suspension Training Pro Pack in the search engine.
Happy Training!
Tools in your Training Toolbox
February 5, 2010 by danny · Leave a Comment
What’s the best piece of equipment for fat loss? Is it kettlebells? Maybe dumbbells? Neither, body weight exercises are the best choice, right? But if your goal is to get HYOOGE, then you better go with barbells. No doubt about it! Actually, this line of thinking is just plain dumb! Why limit yourself to only one of the above?
It really annoys me when someone says that they don’t use dumbbells because kettlebells are better. Or I may hear, I don’t lift weights, because I LOVE TRX training. “It’s way better than traditional weight training,” they may say. I once heard trainer extraordinaire, Alwyn Cosgrove say; (I’m paraphrasing) “I’m not a swiss ball guy. I’m not a dumbbell guy. I’m not a kettlebell guy. I’m an everything guy.” I couldn’t agree more. When it comes down to it, different pieces of equipment are just tools for you to use, to help you get to your goals. So why become a, “TRX guy” (or girl:) and limit yourself? I prefer to have a much bigger toolbox to choose from.
Most of us don’t close our minds this much in other aspects of our life. At least I hope not. You’ll never hear me say that I’m a “He-Man Guy,” therefore I can’t watch Transformers. I want need to get my Grimlock fix just as much as I need my Ram-Man fix. Call me selfish, see if I care. 
It doesn’t matter if I’m training my clients for fat loss, hypertrophy, or increased power. One time or another they’ll be getting a taste of kettlebells, barbells, dumbbells, TRX straps, swiss balls… and the list goes on. I simply work these tools into their program where I see appropriate. I hope you all are doing the same thing, and NOT limiting your options en route to your goals.
