Would it be possible to use this for inversions, hanging upside down? With or without the inversion boots?
940736
While it might be possible with the inversion boots (I don't think it's possible, much less feasible without them), I would not recommend it, unless the bar is permanently fixed in place. While the bar will support your weight, taking off the boots without the bar falling down would be a difficult challenge. TL;DR Possible with the boots, still not recommended unless bar is glued in place.
940737
Possibly. I've never tried it for that. It's pretty sturdy and can support a good amount of free hanging weight when you're right side up, so I don't see why not.
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.
1625383
Only if by proper boots you mean anti gravity boots... George Jetson. The bar is great for pull ups but it does sway and rock easily from side to side. I wouldn't feel safe hanging upside down from a bunch of poles that aren't welded or even bolted tight. Slip connections don't even all have cotter pins. That said its plenty sturdy for normal pull ups and the loose joints make for quick easy assembly/disassembly. If you do upside down stuff... wear a helmet... Radio.
19039
Yes you can go completely upside down if you take the stop bar off. Not a problem at all, I have been doing it daily for months. However, the manufacturer doesn't mention this in their paperwork. Just ensure secure and tight hold on your ankles for safety. When fully inverting, your back will come off the board several inches. This is great because it allows you to hang there and grab the frame and pull yourself and strectch in different directions to get the most of your inversion. With full inversion I have found I feel much better when I stretch in every possible direction as compared to just hanging there. To return to upright position on this table simply put one hand behind headrest pulling board back to your body. Using the other hand grab frame in front of you and began turning yourself over. Once you reach the point you can grab handrails, grab each and finish flipping yourself back upright (slowly to prevent headrush). A little practice and it's easy....And yes, table will adjust to your height.
678634
This will most definitely invert completely upside down. Worth the money. Friend bought this one Hubby is big guy she a little lady. Both are very happy with it. I bought body champ. Does not take as much weight. But it also goes upside down. Happy with this perches also. Hope this helped.
2270013
I don't think they would safely work like gravity boots. The straps are not adjustable and the opening is pretty large. It would also be pretty awkward getting your feet into the straps. Not as simple as just using hooks on gravity boots. Hope this helps.
1508977
You can, however I have noticed it seems to loosen the screws faster than forward walking and I usually have to tighten them after a workout that included reverse. Not a big deal but thought I'd mention it.
1663445
I disagree with others. I have foot drop and use this item. By attaching the cross straps to the sides of the ankle the front of the foot is lifted upwards. Of course, it's just neoprene so a heavy shoe or boot would counteract the effect.
985135
I used them going same way (ie., one "upside down") to make a theatre set glide on and off stage, with the glides attached to the side of a platform. They worked flawlessly. They are quite heavy though, so beware of that.
794291
I thought she meant for the inversion table. No idea for this. I think the screws might come out on somebody big. Unless you have already gotten into inversion. I recommend beginning with inversion table. Getting upside down on this on your own can be pain and very awkward if you have not used to being upside down.
1655377
No, there is no way to lock it once laid back into a horizontal position. You can adjust the height of the ankle locks, which make it easier or harder to rotate back and upside down. But I wouldn't suggest doing so. If you put the ankle locks at a height much shorter than yourself, it will be extremely easy to flip upside down, but once you get past the point of verticle, gravity makes it nearly impossible to rotate back upright-which can be pretty dangerous. Don't get me wrong though, I love mine. But I use it for stretching out my back and only that.
1982872
You sure can do it alone but I would recommend having someone around for at least the first use. It also depends on your physical habilities and overall health condition. Hanging upside down might not be a solution for everyone no matter what device you are using. Please remember the balanced horizontal position can be rapidly shifted almost by moving a finger....... Finding your balance and managing downward movement is a bit subtile!Hope this would help!
1067017
I see no reason why you couldn't come up with a way to suspend them upside down. But honestly this product isn't that great. I'd explore other options.
696378
Yes, this device is very stable and could defiantly accommodate gravity boots. You would have to move it around quite a bit to potentially tip over.
696375
Hi David, It's good for chins, leg lifts and dips, and a very good price, but I wouldn't do the boots. It's a bit unstable laterally - not a mistake, just not designed for that.
1563450
Yes you can you become completely inverted I have not done any ab workout, because I can not stay inverted for very long, the blood runs to my head This is very hard to assemble, the instuctions are not very good. If you do purchase this, when putting together finger tighten the screws first and then tighten after assembled. I used a small rolled up towel behind my back for strech, that seems to help. If I could do over, I really dont think I would purchase.
171906
Not sure why you would want it upside down but I just tried it and it does woek