The field of suspension training is a form of resistance training that includes bodyweight exercises in which a variety of multi-planar, compound exercise movements can be performed. These are done with the aim of developing strength, balance, flexibility, and joint stability.
Suspension training develops physical strength while using functional movements and dynamic positions. All suspension bodyweight training exercises are based on several common factors including:
- Body angles
- Lever systems (i.e., height of the anchor and/or length of the straps or ropes)
- Gravitational load or mass/weight of the participant
- Foot or hand positioning
Other unique benefits are:
- Unrestricted movement
- Intensity changes
- Body weight load manipulation
- Multi-planar stabilisation
- Joint stabilisation