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To fine tune the length or position of the Apex Suspension Straps you use the T Fastener Adjustment buckles.
1) To Lengthen the strap hold one handle, releasing any pressure on the Apex Suspension Strap, then pull the black webbing
strap away from the handle as illustrated in Fig 4. Then adjust the second Apex Suspension Strap to match the length
2) To Shorten the strap hold one handle, releasing any pressure on the Apex Suspension Strap, clasp the moving metal bar
of the T Fastener buckle on each side (as shown in Fig 5) and pull towards you. Holding the metal bar in this position pull the
handle to lengthen the Apex strap. Repeat for the other strap to match the length.
Fig 4
Using the ABS Hand Handles & Foot Straps
The Pro Suspension Trainer offers both hand and foot straps in a combined design. Please see the illustrations for the
different hand and foot combinations. Simply move the ABS hand handle out the way to use the foot strap.
Suspension Training Tips
1) Choosing an Anchor Point
Suspension Training can be made more diverse by having an overhead anchor position as opposed to an attachment to a
door or wall. Anchor Points should ideally be 2 - 2.5m off the floor and you should allow for a workout area of approx 2m x
2.5m, that is free of obstacles.
2) Varying the difficulty of exercises.
Put simply the closer you are to standing upright the easier the exercise. Therefore in pushing type exercises eg/ a pushup,
where your body weight is above the handles, then moving your feet further from the anchor point makes the exercise easier.
When Pulling up ie your body weight is below the handles then walking away from the anchor point makes the exercise
easier.
3) When new to Suspension training or performing a new exercise always start with easy variations and progress as you
body gets used to the new exercise regime. Do each exercise for 30 seconds, with 2 minutes rest between each exercise.
Aim to build up to 3-4 sets of each exercise as your strength develops. 3-4 sets of 3 exercises equates to about a 20 minute
workout.
4) Engage Your Core - when using the Suspension Trainer always engage your core and contract your abdominals throughout
the movement of an exercise. Maintain a neutral spine and with your shoulders, hips and ears aligned.
5) Keep the straps taught at all times by applying even pressure throughout each movement
Fig 5
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