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Owning a power tower opens up the opportunity to perform a world of exercises. However, it doesn\u2019t end there because there are additions you can make to expand the range of moves you can incorporate into a workout.<\/p>\n

Some of the best ways to adapt a power tower include adding resistance bands or gymnastic rings, but with TRX systems becoming increasingly popular, it makes sense to combine the two. But does TRX work well on a power tower, and is it safe once attached?<\/p>\n

TRX suspension training systems can be used on a power tower, provided the tower is tall and sturdy enough to take the strain. Adding TRX to a power tower is a quick and easy way to do much more without the need for all kinds of equipment. <\/strong><\/p>\n

This article will take you through everything you need to know about using TRX on your power tower, from setting up to exercise ideas.<\/p>\n

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What is TRX?<\/h2>\n

TRX is the registered trademark of a business specializing in functional training equipment for the home and is best known for the TRX suspension training system.<\/p>\n

A TRX suspension trainer is effectively a pair of straps with padded handles that can be suspended from a door or a high bar and allows the user to perform a series of movements that can take a standard workout to the next level.<\/p>\n

These systems are sold online across the world, and there\u2019s also a paid app subscription you can sign up for to get access to over 500 on-demand workouts. <\/p>\n

Workouts vary depending on ability, preferred exercise style (yoga, HIIT, etc.), and the muscle groups you want to focus on.<\/p>\n

Do You Need TRX on a Power Tower?<\/h2>\n

The use of TRX on a power tower is entirely optional, and deciding whether TRX could be good for you really depends on your workout goals and what other kinds of exercise or sports you perform on a regular basis.<\/p>\n

The exercises on a power tower are generally based on body weight using the three main stations that most towers have built into their frames. These three stations include:<\/p>\n

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  • A top bar for various kinds of pull-ups, chin-ups, muscle-ups, etc.<\/li>\n
  • Dip station that allows you to perform a range of dips, leg or knee raises.<\/li>\n
  • A base section which helps you do raised push-ups and similar floor work. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    If you\u2019re looking to expand your power tower routine, you may be limited to static movements that tend to focus more on upper body strength and less on the legs. <\/p>\n

    Using TRX is an excellent way to take the benefits you can get from a power tower even further by expanding the range of movements you can perform in a single workout.<\/p>\n

    As well as helping make a workout more intense, suspension training can also help make an exercise easier to perform by providing extra support when you need it. For example, using TRX in squats can help you squat further because you can use your arms to help you get back to a standing position. <\/p>\n

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    The Benefits of Using TRX on a Power Tower<\/h2>\n

    TRX, as a company, makes it clear that the main focus of using a suspension training system is to improve movement rather than focus on strength or weight loss. <\/p>\n

    While the system definitely does help improve a person’s range of movement, regular use incorporated with a power tower comes with several other benefits, which include:<\/p>\n

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    1. Improved Mobility<\/strong>. Adding TRX to a power tower can be particularly helpful for those who want to improve their range of movement. This, in turn, helps to expand the kinds of moves a person can comfortably perform. Many TRX users use it to help with yoga moves, which can be particularly useful for increasing mobility in calisthenics or other body weight-style workouts. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Enhanced Performance<\/strong>. Using TRX regularly can help with performance in other sports, such as cycling, running, or bodybuilding.  <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. Full-Body Workout<\/strong>. The power tower helps increase strength using body weight as resistance. However, most of the moves performed on a power tower focus on the upper body, back, and core. Adding TRX helps maximize results by allowing the user to focus on a wider range of muscle groups, including the legs. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Better Balance, Stability, and Coordination<\/strong>. Suspension training requires a degree of balance and the ability to sustain hold in various positions. This kind of exercise is a really good way to improve balance, stability, and coordination in everyday life.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Improved Posture<\/strong>. Improving strength in the areas that matter (especially the back and shoulders) helps iron out bad posture, which over time, can help a person stand taller and straighter.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              As well as the body benefits listed above, using TRX at home also has practical benefits. The main one is they don\u2019t require additional space, and this one addition to your tower can double your exercise options.  <\/p>\n

              Cost-wise, you can get a top-of-the-range TRX suspension training system for around $199 (at the time of writing), which is a pretty good deal when considering the expanded exercise potential.<\/p>\n

              Things to Consider Before You Attach TRX to a Power Tower<\/h2>\n

              If you\u2019re considering buying a TRX suspension system for your power tower, there are a few things that you need to consider to make sure your power tower will take the strain of the additional equipment.<\/p>\n

              Height<\/h3>\n

              The first thing you need to consider is the height of your power tower. Although the suspension system can be easily adjusted to suit the type of exercise, TRX recommends that you attach the system at the height of around seven to nine feet. <\/p>\n

              They also state this is just a recommendation because the system is fully adjustable. <\/p>\n

              The TRX system is mainly designed to be used on a door frame, which, on average, are just under seven feet. In contrast, the average height of a power tower is around six to eight feet, depending on the model. <\/p>\n

              There are many budget power towers available, but as a general rule, better quality power towers tend to be taller. Some are also height adjustable, so they can accommodate a suspension trainer more efficiently than a six-foot tower. <\/p>\n

              This will all depend on your height too, because chances are, if you\u2019re over six feet, you already have a tall tower to accommodate your height. Most moves performed on a suspension system are ground-based, with the straps coming outwards rather than downwards.<\/p>\n

              On the other hand, if your power tower is too tall, you can get a TRX extender (called the Xtender), which is compatible with the suspension trainer and increases the overall length of the system. <\/p>\n

              Sturdiness and Weight Bearing<\/h3>\n

              The second and probably most important thing to consider before attaching a suspension system to a power tower is whether it\u2019s sturdy enough to take the strain of a TRX workout without moving or, worse, being pulled over.<\/p>\n

              When you exercise with a suspension trainer, you will mainly pull the straps outwards using your full body weight, so it\u2019s important to ensure the power tower is sturdy enough to take this strain.<\/p>\n

              Power towers will vary in the weight they can take, and the heavier the power tower, the less likely it is that it will move out of place when you\u2019re training.<\/p>\n

              A sturdy base with an even weight distribution is also important. Some towers have all the weight on one side of the base, making them more likely to move or fall.<\/p>\n

              If you think your power tower isn\u2019t sturdy or heavy enough to take a suspension trainer workout, you might need to consider fixing it to the ground or a wall. <\/p>\n

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