rings are a lot cheaper than TRX

Perhaps you've seen those TRX suspension TRX Suspension Training kits online or at the gym and you have wondered whether or not you could use one to help with your gymnastic ring practice.

Well, first it's vital to understand the similarities and differences between gymnastic rings TRX Trainer and a TRX kit so that you really know if this is the right thing for you.


One thing in common is that both of them are very lightweight, permitting you to take them just about wherever you go. You can definitely take either with you when you're going on a trip out of town.

Another massive thing that they both have going for them is they have a unstable nature which gives you the neuro-stimulation advantage of building solid everyday strength or building the gymnastic body. Maybe that is a bit difficult to understand, but basically it means that the exercises require balance to maintain.

Since the rings or TRX hang readily, you develop micro-adjustments to maintain your balance, which only builds the foundation of solid and real strength, unlike other forms of exercise that just focus on one single-minded movement.

Now for some differences:

The handles of the TRX aren't precisely suited for the differing kinds of gripping you can do with gymnastic rings. If you are serious about suspension exercises, you will likely want to make sure you are using something like rings which should make allowances for a selection of different poses.

TRX suspension kits are way more suited for basic exercises. Rings on the other hand, can be used for TRX Italia easy exercises as well as more difficult and advanced exercises. You can really progress and develop when you have rings, while TRX will constrain you to certain exercises.

Plus, rings are a lot cheaper than TRX. Usually they cost at least half as much! Gymnastic rings may not be quite as "flashy" as a TRX kit, but they get the job done and are much more versatile in the long run. The added benefit of saving some money along the way is only an added benefit to gymnastic rings.

Do not get me wrong, TRX has its time and its place, but if you're really need to get serious about suspension exercises, then you want to go with gymnastic rings.

So, invest in your fitness (and save a couple of dollars) by getting a pair of rings and start practicing all the exercises you've been meaning to.


If you found this article helpful and you'd like to learn more about ring training, be sure to check out my gymnastic rings blog.