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Ironman Gravity 4000 Inversion Table
List Price: $349.00Our Price: $176.05You Save: $172.95 (50%)Availability: Usually ships in 2 to 3 days Category: Sports See more equipment details
Equipment DetailsManufacturer: Ironman Brand: IronMan Release Date: 2007-10-01 Model: 5402 Product features: - Sturdy inversion table for reducing back stress and stimulating circulation
- Tubular steel frame, memory-foam nylon backrest, and powder-coated finish
- Tough rubber non-skid floor stabilizers; inverts up to 90 degrees
- Ergonomically molded ankle cushions; supports up to 350 pounds
- Folds for storage; measures 26 x 65 x 49 inches (W x H x D); weighs 75 pounds
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Sports reviews of Ironman Gravity 4000 Inversion TableCustomer Review: Sturdy, Precise Construction - Easy to Use Setup & Use Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have had chronic back pain since 1983 and been unwilling to take a risk on back-surgery. Fortunately, a year into my issue I saw an inversion machine at Montgomery Ward. I mounted the machine right in the showroom and the immediate pain-relief prompted me to buy the floor model.
This has kept me going for the past 25 years, until the machine finally wore out from time and infrequent use. Infrequent, because inversion therapy works so well that I could go many months (sometimes a year) without having to hang.
When my old table began to get rusty and the main supporting pins a bit suspect, I began my search for a new machine. Sturdy construction was uppermost on my mind and this table has that to spare. Every part exudes strength and precision, which is important when you're hanging upside down and a breaking part could cause some serious, permanent damage.
Assembly was easy and logical and took no more than 30 minutes, even at the slow pace I had to take due to back pains induced by some recent home-improvement projects. Typically, lifting heavy objects is what brings on back-attacks (as I call them). I was skeptical about the foot-clamp at first, but find it to be comfortable and extremely easy to use at a critical time. I always hated having to put on the boots from my previous machine, while in pain. The extra-long handle on the foot clamp is one of its best features. Bending over even slightly is difficult when in pain, but this machine makes that a breeze.
What attracted me to this model was: 1. Strong construction to handle my weight (295 lbs). 2. Ease of physically moving the machine into position to use from its stored configuration. 3. Not having to bend over too much to get the foot-clamp on.
This machine satisfies all expectations and then some. The back board is very comfortable, the foot-clamp is great and the machine transitions smoothly from upright to inverted position. In addition, there is no wobble when standing on the foot rest/foot clamp. The extra long side-handles give you complete control over how far you will invert and make it easy to return upright at any time. Even though the table is heavier than my old one, the large plastic feet make it easy to slide around to get it in position to use. 10 minutes of hanging and my back pain subsided to a tolerable level.
If you haven't used an inversion machine, take it slow and follow the instructions provided with the machine. These, however, don't make mention of an important fact; after hanging for a few minutes, exit the machine and sit down in a chair that doesn't pinch the offending nerve(s). Better yet lie down in a position that allows the back to relax. You only need to do this for a few minutes, just to let your spinal column reposition itself after being stretched.
The key to managing back pain is to understand that after you reach physical maturity your nerves don't grow any longer, but they are designed to stretch as your body moves around. When they get pinched you have to move them from the source of the pinching. This you can do by stretching your body so that the injured nerve-sheath is moved beyond the point of contact with the vertebra that causes your pain. Think of a rubber-band. It has a fixed length, but a variable diameter. Stretch the rubber (nerve) and it can contract away from the area that is pinching it. Allow it to heal a bit afterwards and you can manage your pain.
A neuro-surgeon once told me this (I contemplated back-surgery once-upon-a-time): "I can expose a nerve to the air and run my scalpel down it's length and my patient feels nothing. Yet, if I bruise the nerve, or pinch it with forceps, I merely have to breath on the injured area to cause excruciating pain." With that in mind, plus a simple understanding of nerve construction and a means to move the injured nerve out of the way, I have been able to manage this condition for a long time. This machine is what gives me control of my life back. May it do so for you as well.
Description of Ironman Gravity 4000 Inversion TableThe IronMan Gravity 4000 Inversion Table is built with a durable extra wide tubular steel frame with a scratch resistant powder coated finish. It has a Memory foam vinyl covered backrest with a removable lumbar pillow for a comfortable head and lower back. It has tough rubber non-skid floor stabilizers that provide stability when inverting. Extra long safety handles provide easy return to the upright position and vinyl safety covers are added for safety. The ergonomically molded ankle holders provide comfort and security. When not in use the Gravity 4000 can be folded for stroage. Whether you want to reduce back stress or fatigue or stimulate your blood circulation, the Ironman Gravity 4000 inversion table makes a great household accessory. The inversion table contributes to your body's overall health by optimizing lumbar traction, thereby relieving pressure on your vertebrae discs and ligaments. And when your back starts to relax, the rest of your body follows. The table can also help with such areas as increasing body flexibility for improved athletic performance, reducing the effects of aging due to gravity, and relieving lower backaches due to sitting or standing. The Gravity 4000 boasts a durable tubular steel frame, a scratch-resistant powder-coated finish, and a memory-foam-vinyl-covered backrest with a removable lumbar pillow. More importantly, the inversion system is a breeze to use: once you rest your body against the nylon backrest and slip your feet into the ergonomically molded ankle cushions, simply reach your arms over your head. As your arms go up, your body gradually inverts up to 90 degrees. The only inputs are your energy and gravity itself. Users will also appreciate the tough rubber non-skid floor stabilizers, which keep the table stable while you invert, and the extra-long safety handles, which provide an easy return to an upright position. Other details include a height-adjustable frame up to 6 feet 6 inches; support for up to 350 pounds; vinyl safety side covers to protect hands and fingers; three starting inversion angles; and a patented, palm-activated adjusting ratchet ankle locking system. The Gravity 4000, which folds into a compact footprint for easy storage, measures 26 by 65 by 49 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 75 pounds. About Ironman Fitness Engineered for endurance, strength, speed, stamina, and performance, Ironman Fitness is continually striving to define the fitness industry. Their collection features top-of-the-line treadmills, stationary cycles, elliptical trainers, weight benches, and single- and multi-station exercise machines. The features on Ironman's fitness equipment introduced over the years have become the standards of today. With superior components, multiple patents, and award-winning products, Ironman's fitness products have consistently exceeded the expectation of customers and are the heart of a true champion. | Compare these Ironman Inversion Tables |
| Gravity 1000 | Gravity 2000 | Gravity 4000 | ATIS 1000 | ATIS 3500 | ATIS 4000 | XT 490 | LXT 850 | | Backrest | Nylon | Vinyl Covered Foam | Vinyl Covered Foam | Nylon | Vinyl Covered Foam | Vinyl Covered Foam | Nylon | Vinyl Covered Foam | | Lumbar Support | No | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | Yes | | Steel Frame | Standard | Standard | Heavy-Duty | Extra-Wide | Extra-Wide | Extra-Wide | Standard | Heavy-Duty | | Weight Capacity (in pounds) | 300 | 300 | 350 | 325 | 325 | 325 | 300 | 325 | | 10-Level Locking System | Tether Strap | Tether Strap | Tether Strap | Smart Gear System | Smart Gear System | Smart Gear System | Tether Strap | Smart Gear System | | Height Adjustment | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | Up to 6'6" | | Ankle Locking System | Spring Loaded | Spring Loaded | Ratchet System | Scale Locking System | Ratchet System | Ratchet System | Spring Loaded | Ratchet System | | Inverting Stretch Hand Grips | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | | Folds for Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | | Product Weight (in pounds) | 46 | 75 | 82 | 76 | 111 | 111 | 57 | 82 | | Non-Skid Foot Stabilizers | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | | Ab Core Training Capability | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | | Total Inversion Angle | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 | 90 |
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