OK — summer’s here and school’s out — time to get serious and get back into shape. My plan of attack is to use the TRX Force Kit, a suspension training system by Fitness Anywhere, and attempt their infamous 12-week training program.

I am assessing this system because I have a crazy travel and work schedule, which prevent me from typical gym usage. The TRX system is light and can be taken with you almost anywhere. I think this system will be a key part of the perfect mobile gym/program I am putting together — thus the assessment.

What is a suspension system? The basic idea is that you attach a set of cables to any elevated anchor point — door, tree, fence, bar, etc. — and use your body weight to effect a large variety of exercises. Moreover, because the exercises do not occur in just one plane of motion, like traditional weight training, you develop core strength through functional training.

Will I make it through all 12 weeks? Or will I crumple into a ball of sweat and agony?

Stay tuned…Day 1 starts today.

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