Curtis Griffin Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 Sorry if there is already a thread on this but thinking of purchasing the stretch series bundle and was wondering what equipment will be needed if I do so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Douglas Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Bungee cord or equivalent for bridgeYoga block or equivalent and wall access for front splitWall access for middle splitStopwatch, visible clock, or timer for all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Douglas Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Oh, also couch, steps or other similar-height platform for bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curtis Griffin Posted July 15, 2015 Author Share Posted July 15, 2015 Thanks, any recommendations for bungee cords looking on amazon and so many different sizes etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rahul Kher Posted July 15, 2015 Share Posted July 15, 2015 I dont have any bungee cord here ..... any alternative possible ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Horowitz Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Once you purchase the course, there is a detailed thread about the correct bungee cords and handles to use in the Thoracic Bridge forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicholas Sortino Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 I dont have any bungee cord here ..... any alternative possible ?Bungee is cheap at a hardware store. Buy a long length and tie bowlines on the ends for handles. Problem solved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerie Christian Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 You also need a thera ball or swiss ball for inverted cat stretch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Douglas Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 You also need a thera ball or swiss ball for inverted cat stretch A ball is best, but tbh I've been using a couch armrest for this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Itamann Itaman Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 These are good as resistence bands for the thoracic bridge course?http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-Resistance-Bands-Pair-20-90-LB-Pull-up-CrossFit-Power-Jump-Stretch-Bands-/110905176604?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19d276b21corhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/20ft-Speedster-Lightning-Cord-Heavy-Resistance-Bungee-Band-for-Speed-Training-/351460946178?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item51d4b47102 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Dano Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 1st is far too heavy 2nd, it may say bungee but I'm certain from the cover that it's a standard latex band with a cloth cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rahul Kher Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 I think it would be best if the correct equipment is available here , so we can just buy it . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cole Dano Posted July 24, 2015 Share Posted July 24, 2015 Agreed, which is why our specially designed Mobility Bands are currently in the manufacture process. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerie Christian Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Very cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matus Michalicka Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Any news on the GB mobility bands?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnicky Roy Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Thoracic bridge doesn't require a stall bar. You just need a fixed object that you can loop the bungee around. I use one of the legs of my bed frame. Works fine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Mutch Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Thanks, any recommendations for bungee cords looking on amazon and so many different sizes etc. Since there seems to be some unanswered questions here, I thought I would bring some interest back to this thread. From what I can summarize of this thread so far:Theratube/rubber tubingPros: inexpensive, easy-to-find, stronger bands (blue,black) recommended as green may not provide adequate resistanceCons: doesn't maintain a consistent tension throughout stretch, may not provide correct resistance for given exercise, poor durabilitySport cordPros: ideal bungee material with handles ready for use, more durable than TheratubeCons: some say too short, others (6ft or 183cm stature) have used them with no concern about lengthBungee/shock cord/NovabraidPros: recommended material by GB for consistent resistance through stretchCons: only available in very short lengths (with hook ends) or in very long spools. Choosing diameter is entirely dependent on your abilities. Handles sold separately, some assembly required.Ideally, Coach recommends having a few different diameters on hand. For those who are buying bungee/shock cord by the spool and don't want to buy multiple spools and end up with hundreds of feet of cord, it is wise to start with bungee that is about 1/4 inch or 6mm in diameter and work your way up in thickness. Also, I've read that 12 ft (365cm) is an ideal length. Does anyone agree/disagree/tried different lengths? That post was quoted from the Thoracic Bridge Band Pull thread referred to in a previous post here. I recently ordered some shock/bungee cord at 1/4" diameter. I'm 6'2" so I cut it to about 12 feet and it seems to do the job. I left it adjustable so I can shorten the length as I progress. Hope this helps. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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