{"id":9079825,"date":"2026-08-13T09:46:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T07:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/?page_id=9079825"},"modified":"2026-10-28T06:08:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T05:08:52","slug":"sling-trainer-trx-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/schlingentrainer-trx-ratgeber\/","title":{"rendered":"Sling trainer or TRX: the difference"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.ffm-ratgeber{--ffm-accent:#1a1a1a;--ffm-line:#e4e4e1;--ffm-muted:#6b6b6b;--ffm-soft:#f7f7f5;--ffm-link:#0d5c3d;--ffm-link-soft:rgba(13,92,61,.3);--ffm-link-wash:rgba(13,92,61,.08);font-family:inherit;line-height:1.65;color:#1a1a1a;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;padding:0 4px}\n.ffm-ratgeber *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.ffm-ratgeber h1{font-size:2.1rem;line-height:1.2;margin:0 0 .9rem;font-weight:700}\n.ffm-ratgeber h2{font-size:1.5rem;line-height:1.3;margin:0 0 .8rem;font-weight:700}\n.ffm-ratgeber 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.ffm-choice-hint{margin-top:auto}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-author p:not(.ffm-box-label){font-size:.9rem;line-height:1.6}\n@media (max-width:782px){\n.ffm-ratgeber h1{font-size:1.7rem}\n.ffm-ratgeber h2{font-size:1.3rem}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-card{grid-template-columns:1fr;gap:.9rem}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-card-media img{max-width:280px}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-cta{padding:1.2rem}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-choices-quad{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n.ffm-ratgeber .ffm-profiles-quad{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"ffm-ratgeber\">\n\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Fitness Flohmarkt \u00b7 Guide<\/p>\n\n<h1>Sling trainer or TRX: What the difference is and what you need<\/h1>\n<p class=\"ffm-lead\">Most people search for TRX and mean a training device. In fact, they are looking for a generic type that is available starting at CHF 35. What matters is not the label on the strap, but where you hang it.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"ffm-byline\">From <strong>Dominic Bertschin<\/strong>, Head of Marketing at Fitness-Flohmarkt \u00b7 Updated: August 13, 2026<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-box\">\n<p class=\"ffm-box-label\">In short<\/p>\n<p>TRX is a brand name, suspension trainer is the category. Both refer to the same principle: two adjustable straps at an anchor point, the resistance comes from your body weight and your angle to the floor. For home workouts, a strap for CHF 35 is completely sufficient. The crucial thing is not the brand, but the attachment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-choices ffm-choices-quad\">\n<a class=\"ffm-choice\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/suspension-trainer-sling-trainer\/\">\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-case\">First device, training at home<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-title\">Suspension trainer with door anchor<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-hint\">CHF 35, no drilling needed, 1.2 kg in the bag<\/span>\n<\/a>\n<a class=\"ffm-choice\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/attachment-point-sling-trainer\/\">\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-case\">Musty place in the basement<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-title\">Mounting point for wall and ceiling<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-hint\">CHF 10, steel, up to 250 kg, screws included<\/span>\n<\/a>\n<a class=\"ffm-choice\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/rings-gymnastic-rings-wood-incl-straps\/\">\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-case\">Push-ups, Planks, Ring Exercises<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-title\">Wooden gymnastics rings<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-hint\">CHF 35, two separate rings, 23.5 cm<\/span>\n<\/a>\n<a class=\"ffm-choice\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/resistance-band-set-resistance-bands\/\">\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-case\">No anchor point available<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-title\">Resistance Band Set<\/span>\n<span class=\"ffm-choice-hint\">CHF 25.-, 6 to 45 kg pull, 0.5 kg weight<\/span>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Brand versus generic<\/p>\n<h2>What is the difference between a suspension trainer and TRX?<\/h2>\n<p>A suspension trainer is a piece of exercise equipment consisting of two length-adjustable straps with handles that hangs from a single anchor point and uses the user\u2019s own body weight as resistance. TRX is not a separate type of equipment, but rather the brand name of the American manufacturer that popularized the concept starting in 2005. The difference between the terms is therefore the same as that between \u201ePapiertaschentuch\u201c and \u201eTempo.\u201c Anyone searching for \u201cTRX band\u201d or \u201cbuy TRX\u201d is generally not looking for a specific manufacturer, but rather for a piece of equipment of this design. Technically, the products differ in strap width, adjustment mechanism, and handle padding, not in their operating principle. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/suspension-trainer-sling-trainer\/\">Resistance band trainer for CHF 35.00<\/a> works on the same angle principle as any other brand-name device.<\/p>\n<p>Practically speaking, this means: The question \u201eTRX or suspension trainer\u201c is not a buying decision, but a misunderstanding. The real buying decision lies two levels deeper and has three parts. First: Can your strap handle your body weight. Second: Do you have an anchor point that holds. Third: Is bodyweight training even the right tool for your goal, or would a band or a dumbbell be more appropriate. If you are unsure about point three, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/resistance-bands-buying-guide\/\">Resistance Bands Buying Guide<\/a> the affordable alternatives.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Ability and Limits<\/p>\n<h2>What a suspension trainer can do and where its limits lie<\/h2>\n<p>A sling trainer works on pulling and pushing movements of the entire body, and you can adjust the load continuously by changing your angle to the floor. The flatter you stand or lie, the more of your body weight is suspended from the handles. This is the major advantage over fixed weights: You don\u2019t need weight levels because you adjust the resistance in centimeters. A second advantage is the instability, since both straps hang freely and your core must help stabilize every movement. The strap in our lineup measures 270 cm, weighs 1.2 kg, and is approved for users weighing up to 160 kg. It\u2019s made of nylon, is latex-free, and comes with a carrying bag and a door anchor. The limitation of this principle arises when you need a real additional load: it will never be heavier than your body weight.<\/p>\n<p>The second limitation is design-related and is often overlooked when purchasing. A sling trainer has a connecting loop that links both sides to the anchor point to prevent the straps from slipping. It is precisely this connection that makes it unsuitable for exercises where the hands must work independently of each other. Ring dips, plank holds, and anything related to ring gymnastics shouldn\u2019t be done on a connected strap with soft foam grips. Instead, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/rings-gymnastic-rings-wood-incl-straps\/\">Wooden gymnastics rings<\/a>: two completely separate rings, each 23.5 cm in diameter and 32 mm thick at the handle, also priced at CHF 35. This is not a more expensive version of the same tool, but a different tool altogether.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-card\">\n<figure class=\"ffm-card-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/ringe2-20240926-141633-3-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Light wood gymnastics rings with straps for calisthenics\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"ffm-card-body\">\n<span class=\"ffm-badge\">The Alternative<\/span>\n<h3>Rings \/ gymnastic rings wood | incl. straps<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ffm-specs\">\n<li>Wood<\/li>\n<li>23.5 cm in diameter<\/li>\n<li>32 mm grip width<\/li>\n<li>1.6 kg<\/li>\n<li>up to 200 kg<\/li>\n<li>Includes 2 straps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Two independent rings attached to their own straps with quick-release buckles. Because the rings aren\u2019t connected, you can perform support positions, ring rows with rotation, and dips\u2014exercises that a sling trainer simply can\u2019t accommodate due to its design. The price is the same, but the range of uses is different.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ffm-ideal\"><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong> Calisthenics, ring exercises, dips, and planks.<\/p>\n<a class=\"ffm-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/rings-gymnastic-rings-wood-incl-straps\/\">View gymnastic rings<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/turnringe-ratgeber\/\">Which rings fit your space? Our guide compares material, grip thickness, straps and mounting requirements.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Purchase criteria<\/p>\n<h2>How to Tell If a Suspension Trainer Is Any Good<\/h2>\n<p>There are five characteristics that distinguish a harness suitable for everyday use from an annoying one, and none of them is the brand name. First, the rated load capacity\u2014it must be higher than your body weight, not just barely below it. Second, the adjustment mechanism, because you\u2019ll be using it for almost every exercise change. Third, a balancing loop that prevents one side from shortening and the other from lengthening under tension. Fourth, the grip padding, because a bare strap will dig into the palm of your hand during sets of more than ten repetitions. Fifth, the included accessories\u2014specifically a door anchor, without which you can\u2019t get started in a rental apartment. The table shows how these five points can be assessed for a specific piece of equipment. You can find more bands and straps in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/category-2\/gymnastics-aerobics\/fitness-band\/\">Fitness band category<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-table-wrap\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr><th>Criterion<\/th><th>Why it matters<\/th><th>Sling trainer value at Fitness Flohmarkt<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Max. User Weight<\/td><td>It must be higher than your body weight, not just slightly below it<\/td><td>160 kg<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Strap Length<\/td><td>Determines how high the anchor may be placed<\/td><td>270 cm<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Belt width and thickness<\/td><td>A wide strap causes less chafing on the arms and legs<\/td><td>4 cm wide, 16 mm thick<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>compensation loop<\/td><td>Prevents a page from slipping through when pulled<\/td><td>available<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Handles<\/td><td>Without padding, the strap cuts into your hand<\/td><td>foam padded<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Material<\/td><td>Latex-free is relevant for sensitive skin.<\/td><td>Nylon, latex-free<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Dead weight<\/td><td>Decide if it fits in the travel bag<\/td><td>1.2 kg<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Scope of delivery<\/td><td>No start in the rental apartment without a door anchor<\/td><td>strap, door anchor, transport bag<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Price<\/td><td>Benchmark for anything offered at a higher price<\/td><td>CHF 35.-<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-card\">\n<figure class=\"ffm-card-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/F-73237_Schlingentrainer_0-20251008-113306-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Nylon suspension trainer with padded handles and foot straps\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"ffm-card-body\">\n<span class=\"ffm-badge\">The Standard<\/span>\n<h3>Suspension Trainer | Sling Trainer<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ffm-specs\">\n<li>270 cm<\/li>\n<li>4 cm wide<\/li>\n<li>16 mm thick<\/li>\n<li>1.2 kg<\/li>\n<li>up to 160 kg<\/li>\n<li>Nylon, latex-free<\/li>\n<li>includes door anchor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Includes two padded handles, a non-slip loop, and a door anchor. Weighing just 1.2 kg in the included bag, it\u2019s the only strength training device that fits in your carry-on luggage without any hassle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ffm-ideal\"><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong> Home workouts without drilling, hotel rooms, standing physiotherapy exercises.<\/p>\n<a class=\"ffm-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/suspension-trainer-sling-trainer\/\">View sling trainers<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">The real crux of the matter<\/p>\n<h2>Where do you safely anchor the suspension trainer?<\/h2>\n<p>A suspension trainer is only as safe as its anchor point, and in almost all cases of buyer\u2019s remorse, that\u2019s the problem\u2014not the strap. There are four common options. The included door anchor is placed over a closed door and works without tools, but requires a door that doesn\u2019t open toward you. A wall-mounted pull-up bar also supports the strap and gives you more headroom. A screw-in anchor point on the wall or ceiling is the most stable and flexible solution because you can work freely around the anchor point. Outdoors, you can use a tree branch or a post, though you\u2019ll have to judge for yourself what\u2019s sturdy enough. The same rule applies to all four options: It\u2019s the surface that matters, not the accessory.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a calculation you should do before buying. The strap measures 270 cm. On a standard-height door, a door anchor is mounted about 200 cm above the floor. When fully extended, the handles will rest about 70 cm off the floor, so you\u2019ll almost always need to trim the strap. For rowing while standing, you\u2019ll want the handles at hip height\u2014roughly 100 cm\u2014which means about 100 cm of usable remaining length and 170 cm in the adjustment range. That\u2019s exactly why the adjustment mechanism isn\u2019t just a minor detail\u2014it\u2019s the component you\u2019ll be adjusting most often. And here\u2019s another figure to put things in context: The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/attachment-point-sling-trainer\/\">Mounting point for wall and ceiling<\/a> It can hold 250 kg, and the strap is rated for 160 kg. So the weakest link in the chain is the strap, and above both of them is the wall, to which none of these figures apply.<\/p>\n<p>Here is how to proceed with a fixed installation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check the substrate: Concrete and solid brick are suitable; drywall and hollow blocks are not suitable without special fasteners.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a spot: Make sure there is at least 2 m of space in length and 1 m in width around the point so that you don&#x27;t bump into anything when you&#x27;re leaning to one side.<\/li>\n<li>Mount the attachment point using the four supplied screws and suitable wall plugs for your substrate.<\/li>\n<li>Apply body weight while standing and pull it sharply before going into a lean for the first time.<\/li>\n<li>Before each training session, briefly check the seams, buckles, and carabiners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The installation of a load-bearing fixture belongs in expert hands if you are unsure about the substrate. Anyone who does not want to or is not allowed to drill holes can use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/pull-up-bar-crossfitness-pull-up-bar\/\">Wall-Mounted Pull-Up Bar<\/a> I won&#x27;t go any further with that either, because it&#x27;s also bolted on, so I&#x27;ll stick with the door anchor. Additional suspension and bodyweight accessories are available in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/category-2\/cross-functional-training\/conditioning\/\">Conditioning category<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-card\">\n<figure class=\"ffm-card-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/F-89129_Befestigungspunkt-Schlingentrainer_0-20250314-101928-600x600.jpg\" alt=\"Round steel mounting point for wall and ceiling installation\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"ffm-card-body\">\n<span class=\"ffm-badge\">For a permanent spot<\/span>\n<h3>Attachment point sling trainer | wall &amp; ceiling<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ffm-specs\">\n<li>Steel<\/li>\n<li>6 cm height<\/li>\n<li>0.4 kg<\/li>\n<li>up to 250 kg<\/li>\n<li>4 screws included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A solid steel plate for walls or ceilings that removes the strap from the door frame. This gives you full freedom of movement around the attachment point, so you don&#x27;t have to block a door every time you work out.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ffm-ideal\"><strong>Ideal for:<\/strong> Basement, garage, club room, physical therapy practice with a dedicated exercise area.<\/p>\n<a class=\"ffm-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/attachment-point-sling-trainer\/\">View attachment point<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Strap or ribbon<\/p>\n<h2>Suspension trainer or resistance band: which one works best for you?<\/h2>\n<p>The suspension trainer requires an anchor point and uses your body weight, while the resistance band doesn\u2019t need one and relies on tension. Almost everything else follows from that. If you don\u2019t have a sturdy anchor point in your apartment and don\u2019t want to drill holes, a resistance band is the better choice\u2014even if the suspension trainer sounds more versatile. If you want to pull and push your entire upper body against your full body weight, no resistance band can match the sling, because the resistance with a band fluctuates with the stretch instead of remaining constant. Price-wise, the two are close, so that\u2019s not a deciding factor. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/resistance-band-set-resistance-bands\/\">Resistance Band Set<\/a> costs CHF 25, and the strap costs CHF 35. The difference is in the mounting, not the price.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-table-wrap\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr><th>Tool<\/th><th>Resistance<\/th><th>Requires an anchor point<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><th>Strength<\/th><th>Price<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Sling trainer<\/td><td>Body weight, calculated using angles<\/td><td>yes, can hold up to 160 kg<\/td><td>1.2 kg<\/td><td>Pulling and Pushing Using Your Full Body Weight<\/td><td>CHF 35.-<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Wooden gymnastic rings<\/td><td>Bodyweight, independent rings<\/td><td>yes, two separate points or a rod<\/td><td>1.6 kg<\/td><td>support positions, dips, ring gymnastics<\/td><td>CHF 35.-<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Resistance Band Set<\/td><td>Extension, 6 to 45 kg pull<\/td><td>no<\/td><td>0.5 kg<\/td><td>Training without any assembly<\/td><td>CHF 25.-<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Whoever has both uses both in practice, and for different things: the strap for the big pulling and pushing patterns, the band for warm-ups, shoulder work, and anything that happens while traveling without a door frame. If you want to take a step back and plan your home gym as a whole, the decisions by product group are on the overview. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/buying-guide-main-page\/\">all buying guides<\/a> bundled.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">What is worth it for whom<\/p>\n<h2>What is worth it for whom<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-profiles ffm-profiles-quad\">\n<div class=\"ffm-profile\">\n<h3>Beginner in the rented apartment<\/h3>\n<p>You want to get started at home without drilling and without arguments with the management. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/suspension-trainer-sling-trainer\/\">Strap with door anchor for CHF 35.-<\/a> is all you need, and you will be ready to go in two minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ffm-profile\">\n<h3>Home gym in the basement<\/h3>\n<p>You have a fixed place and a concrete wall. Take the strap and additionally the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/attachment-point-sling-trainer\/\">Steel anchor for CHF 10.-<\/a>, then you train freely in the room instead of in the doorway.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ffm-profile\">\n<h3>Calisthenics and ring goals<\/h3>\n<p>You want to do dips and support holds on rings eventually? Then buy right away. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/rings-gymnastic-rings-wood-incl-straps\/\">Gymnastic rings instead of straps<\/a>. At the same price, the suspension trainer here would be a detour via a device that does not support these exercises.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ffm-profile\">\n<h3>Frequent travelers and physio<\/h3>\n<p>You need training in the hotel or fine-tuning in rehab. The strap weighs 1.2 kg along, for the small resistances it is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/resistance-band-set-resistance-bands\/\">Band set for CHF 25.-<\/a> the better addition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"ffm-section\">\n<p class=\"ffm-eyebrow\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/p>\n<h2>Suspension trainers and TRX: the most important answers<\/h2>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Is a cheap suspension trainer just as good as a TRX?<\/summary>\n<p>For home training, yes, because the operating principle is identical: body weight, angle, an anchor point. Differences lie in strap width, adjustment mechanism, and grip padding, not in the training effect. Instead of the brand name, check the approved load capacity, whether an equalizing loop is installed, and whether a door anchor is included. These three points matter in everyday use.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>How much weight can a suspension trainer hold?<\/summary>\n<p>Our suspension trainer is approved for a user weight of up to 160 kg. More important than this number is the anchor point: the steel attachment point holds 250 kg, but the wall or ceiling behind it only holds as much as its material and anchors allow. If you have any doubts about the substrate, installation should be left to professional hands.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Can I attach a suspension trainer to any door?<\/summary>\n<p>No. The door anchor only works on a closed, sturdy door that does not open in your training direction. Light hollow-core doors, sliding doors, and glass doors are unsuitable. Lock the door or train from the side it does not open toward, and check the security of the anchor before every set.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Does it require drilling for the suspension trainer?<\/summary>\n<p>No, the included door anchor requires no tools and is designed for rental apartments. Drilling is only worth it once you have a permanent training space: The CHF 10 anchor point gives you freedom of movement around the suspension point instead of tying you to a doorway.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Is a suspension trainer suitable for beginners?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, precisely because you regulate the load through your angle instead of weight plates. The more upright you stand, the easier the exercise becomes, and you progress in centimeters instead of kilograms. This makes the same harness usable for the first day of training and for advanced users, without you having to buy extra accessories.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Suspension trainer or gymnastic rings: which is better?<\/summary>\n<p>That depends on whether you want suspension points. The suspension trainer links both sides via an equalization loop and is suitable for pulling and pushing while leaning. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/rings-gymnastic-rings-wood-incl-straps\/\">Gymnastic rings hang separately<\/a> and allow dips, support holds, and ring gymnastics. With the same price of CHF 35, your training goal decides, not your budget.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<details class=\"ffm-faq\"><summary>Can I use the suspension trainer outside?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, a sturdy branch or a solid post is sufficient as an anchor point. Watch out for rough bark and sharp edges because they will chafe the nylon strap, and place a cloth underneath if necessary. Store dry after training: chronic moisture is the most common reason why a strap is retired prematurely.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-cta\">\n<h2>Ready for your harness training?<\/h2>\n<p>The suspension trainer is in stock in Liestal and comes with a door anchor and bag, so you don't need anything else to get started.<\/p>\n<a class=\"ffm-btn ffm-btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-flohmarkt.ch\/en\/product-2\/suspension-trainer-sling-trainer\/\">View suspension trainer for CHF 35.-<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-author\">\n<p class=\"ffm-box-label\">About the author<\/p>\n<p>Dominic Bertschin is Head of Marketing at Fitness-Flohmarkt in Liestal. He reads what customers ask and report back after their purchase every day, and writes the guide articles just the way he would have liked to read them himself before placing an order.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"ffm-box\">\n<p class=\"ffm-box-label\">Trademark notice<\/p>\n<p>TRX is a registered trademark of Fitness Anywhere LLC, San Francisco. Fitcom AG, as the operator of Fitness-Flohmarkt, has no license, partner, or distribution relationship with this company. The products shown in this guide are Fitness-Flohmarkt's own items and not products of the TRX brand. The brand name is used here exclusively for descriptive purposes to explain the difference between the brand and the generic term suspension trainer. Status: August 13, 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fitness-Flohmarkt \u00b7 Ratgeber Schlingentrainer oder TRX: Was der Unterschied ist und was du brauchst Die meisten suchen nach TRX und meinen damit ein Trainingsger\u00e4t. Tats\u00e4chlich suchen sie nach einer Gattung, die es ab CHF 35.- gibt. Was z\u00e4hlt, ist nicht das Etikett auf dem Gurt, sondern wo du ihn aufh\u00e4ngst. 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