Can you totally relax when hanging upside down (like the picture) or do you have to use your legs to keep from slipping out?
1019365
I can't totally relax because I can't stay upside down very long - it makes me dizzy. But I love the swing and so do my kids
1019366
You have to use your legs to hold yourself in position (per the picture), and in-terms of relaxing that's up to the user I guess, I find it more therapeutic (traction) for the back than a relaxation position. Use at your own risk but this is my experience... I received lessons on how to use before attempting anything on it.
1019367
i bend my knees and put my soles together, or bend my knees and cross my ankles - then i can TOTALLY relax. i can't if i try to kep my knees/legs straight. I love it.
1984272
I do not slip down during the night. I use it about one-half way up and do not do a lot of tossing and turning. My light weight covers provide the weight needed to hold me in place.
1055526
I never use it while lying down, I guess it depends on how flexible your body is. Your bottom would be lifted up- as if you had tucked two pillows under your bottom. It is very comfortable while sitting though.
562554
No. After folding, turn upside down and use leg rails. This chair is awesome and very sturdy.
39069
The legs swing out but you need to be sure they are spread out fully. They don't lock or pop so that you know they are fully extended on either end. If they aren't all the way out it will feel wobbly. I love it though - the middle leg isn't right up under the center so it isn't stabbing you in the back all night - much better than others I tried.
1806615
I'm very careful when I sit in my swing. i try not to move too much but to just enjoy "hanging" there. I don't feel very stable, so it is not just you.
741457
Yes, this inversion table does rotate where you can be completely upside down. You can elect to have the tilt less than full if you desire. I normally hang completely upside down and then do crunches while hanging.Hope this helps in your evaluation. I have very pleased with my unit and use it most days.
896515
I would say that your legs will probably hang off. I bend my knees and nothing touches, but I am 5'7. You can pull yourself up higher and have your body more on your arms. You can also do the ride on your knees instead with your body upright while still hanging on.
1862512
You tip while laying flat. You start in an upright position, and it pivots at the waist while you're flat. You can tip it all the way backwards until you are upside down and literally hanging by your ankles. Or, you can tip back until you're comfortable. It basically just stretches you. It's a lot like laying flat on the floor and someone pulling your feet and your hands straight back to lengthen you. You should see a doctor though!!!
270362
I pull myself up to a horizontal position using the large handles and then sit up from there. I do not invert to a vertical position. When inverted my head is at about eight o'clock. This works well for me and it is easy to return to the sitting position by using the handles.
1235111
It never locks. You have to support yourself until you are completely inverted. I wouldnt want it to lock. Might get stuck. I would suggest wearing work boots when locking your feet in. Takes the strain off your lower legs and feet. Much more comfortable too. All in all its pretty good for the price. Just make sure when flipping back up to stabilize yourself half way for about a 5 second count. Allow your blood to flow back into your head slowly.
988101
Rotate in... Love it but a little tricky on knees ! Try not jumping all the time! Still a killer workout! Njoy!
205792
There are feet on the bottom. Its designed to be used one way. Never bothered flipping it over. Wouldn't see why it wouldn't technically function upside down though. Not sure why you'd need it to=)
149524
The Legs DO fold out further, so that you can get lower to the ground. If you want to get lower, what you can do is slide up the middle piece all the way up, it comes out. Then you can flip it upside down so that the camera is now between the 3 legs. Sure your photo will be upside down, but that's what the rotate function is for in your photo editor.
1798019
It helps your spine loosen up and seperate. To take tension of your back. You put your feet under the bottom bar and stand up in the seat. And with your arms and legs flip backwards until eventually you are upside down and holding yourself there with your feet on top of the bar. It's hard to explain. This model hurts your feet though.
263136
This a hard one to answer. I'm 73 years old, and it has been a great addition to my daily gym visit. That being said, not everyone can deal with hanging upside down. I would try before I buy, and check with your doctor. I believe it has helped my back, hip, and knees. I only do 3 min at a time.
2182424
Yes. I pull them tight but I have to allow for circulation. I had no idea the thing would be this big and heavy. I am using it by just laying it on my knee while I am lying down.