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This article originally appeared in the April 2016 issue of SELF.
Remi Pyrdol; Graphic by Valerie Fischel
TRX strapsare everywhere, from your gym to boutique fitness studios.
Despite their prevalence and payoff potential, maybe you’re wondering how to use this training tool.
Squat do 10-12 reps
*Works glutes, legs *
Set straps at midlength.
Stand facing the anchor with your feet hip-width apart, a handle in each hand.
Lean back until your arms are straight, body aligned from head to feet.
Bend your elbows as you bring your chest to handles.
Stand facing the anchor with your feet shoulder-width apart, a handle in each hand, elbows bent.
Straighten arms as you step your right foot back into a lunge.
Stand with your back to the anchor, your feet hip-width apart, and one handle in each hand.
Step back and lean forward with your arms straight, body aligned from head to feet.
Kneel with your back to the anchor and place the tops of your feet in the foot cradles.
Walk your hands out to get into high plank, body aligned from head to feet.
Lie faceup facing the anchor with your heels in the foot cradles and palms flat on the floor.
Lift your body in a straight line off floor.
Engage your abs as you pull your knees toward chest.
Then put your TRX away because you’re all done…for now!
