» MandaranFAQ in general about the movement and suspension systems
- Can I use this equipment if I’ve never done yoga or been to a gym before?
- Can I easily learn the practice?
- Can children use a Suspension System?
- Can I use the Suspension System during pregnancy?
- Are there contraindications to using the OmGym Suspension System?
- For what purpose should I use Carabiners ?
- Can I leave my Suspension System outside?
Can I use this equipment if I’ve never done yoga or been to a gym before?
Yes! There is a huge variety of movements for beginners with a Suspension System that are easy to do and need no experience at all. You should respect your limits and the signals of the body.
Can I easily learn the practice?
There is a wide range of simple techniques to help you to expand the abilities of your body and to to improve your flexibility.
Can children use a Suspension System?
Yes they can use it and love it! A Suspension System greatly enhances healthy development of balance, coordination, sensory integration and neurological function. It’s also good for spinal decompression and alignment at the most critical times of a child's development.
Can I use the Suspension System during pregnancy?
It is extremely important to keep the spine and hips healthy during this special time. A Suspension System can help to provide many safe and effective pelvic stretches that are especially helpful during pregnancy. While comfortable inversion is often highly recommended by professionals during pregnancy, every pregnancy is different and we cannot provide any medical advice. Consult with your doctor/healthcare professional for expert advice on your pregnancy.
Are there contraindications to using the OmGym Suspension System?
If you have been diagnosed with or are experiencing the symptoms of any of the following conditions, do not invert without your doctor's approval:
- Recent surgery or trauma to any internal organs
- Broken or fractured bones in the hip/torso area
- Ear, eye, sinus or infections in the head
- Recent head/brain injury or trauma
- Heart and/or circulatory disorders
- Severe spinal cord trauma Cancer (some types)
- Fused vertebrae
- Stomach ulcer
- Hernia
For what purpose should I use Carabiners ?
1. Increased safty for mounting the cloth and grip braids
For the "normal use" S-hooks are ideal.)
But if you want to expand your movements with acrobatic elements, it might be safer to replace the S-hooks by » carabiners.
With S-hooks I can change the height slightly faster than with carbiners. But it needs some attention when setting up, to ensure that they are seated properly in the loops.
2. Quickly setup adjustment loops
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Additional » carabiners are the perfect solution for quickly attaching and detaching adjustment straps to and from your anchors.
3. Mounting the loops (feet/hands)
With » carabiners the fabric loops can be mounted at different heights into the adjustment straps or even into the perforated ropes of the long handles.
The » carabiners in our shop have a longitudinal fracture load of 26 kN, which corresponds to 2600 kg weight. They are made in the Czech Republic by Ocun for mountaineering.
You can order carabiners with » wire hook
or with » screw lock for even improved security.
Can I leave my Suspension System outside?
While we recommend using the Suspension System outdoors, it should be stored indoors and out of the sun. This will minimize the exposure to UV light, moisture, dirt and greatly extend its life.
