RST FITNESS
Bodyweight Exercise
Scientific Foundations and Practical Applications
The goal of this review is to describe the RST, the scientific basis of functional training as it applies to the RST bodyweight exercise and the practical applications from injury to high performance. By leveraging bodyweight and manipulating one’s stability, RST can scale intensity across a continuum of low to high loads and stable to unstable positions. Functional exercise as performed on the RST can be used to rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries or disabilities, prevent injuries, promote health and fitness and enhance performance. Key findings regarding the benefits of the RST Suspension Trainer and/or instability training include:
Effective in reducing the risk of injuries.
Lower limb injuries by 39%.
Acute knee injuries by 54%.
Ankle sprain injuries by 50%.
Recurrence of ankle sprain decreases two-fold.
ACL injuries by 88%.
Effective in improving health and fitness.
The RST Suspension Trainer meets the Surgeon General’s guidelines for moderate physical activity.
The RST Suspension Trainer can promote weight loss and reduce disease risk.
The RST Suspension Trainer is safe and effective in reducing fall risk.
Instability training provides a greater variety of training experiences without sacrificing strength, balance and functional performance measures.
Effective in improving performance.
Vertical jump height increases 9%.
Hockey players improve skating speed.
Golfers improve performance.
5000 meter runners decrease their time by 47 seconds.
Military service members improve fitness test scores.
It is easily adjustable for all fitness levels.
Versatility maximises strength development, stability and endurance
Tones and defines the bodyGreat for the whole family to use – young and old – beginner to advanced exercises
Pre- and Post-Natal use for pregnant woman wanting to stay active during their pregnancy.
Cardiovascular and dedicated strength training program offers a well-rounded complimentary routine.
Excellent core conditioning and abdominal strength development
Space saver
The RST Trainer offers more than 100 variable and combination exercises.
Easy to setup in seconds and take down in secondsPortable – weighs 1.3kg
Strong and safe to use
Help achieve any goal
Engages whole body
Assist in healthy weight loss and fitness development.
