 - Sturdy inversion table for reducing back stress and stimulating circulation
- Durable tubular steel frame, tough nylon backrest, and powder-coated finish
- Tough rubber non-skid floor stabilizers; inverts up to 90 degrees
- Ergonomically molded ankle cushions; supports up to 300 pounds
- Folds for storage; measures 25 x 62 x 49 inches (W x H x D); weighs 46 pounds
List Price: $199.00
Lowest Price: $149.00 
Amazon.com Product Description: Whether you want to reduce back stress or fatigue or stimulate your blood circulation, the Ironman Gravity 1000 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 1000 boasts a durable tubular steel frame with a scratch-resistant powder-coated finish. The backrest, meanwhile, is made of a tough nylon material that's extremely durable yet still comfortable when the table is in use. Most 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 300 pounds; vinyl safety side covers to protect hands and fingers; and a durable spring-loaded ankle locking system. The Gravity 1000, which folds into a compact footprint for easy storage, measures 25 by 62 by 49 inches (W x H x D) and weighs 46 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.
Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-07-07
Iron Man Inversion Table
My husband was suffering from sciatica and my daughter has a herniated disk L4/L5. After only a week on this table both are feeling releif. You do have to build up your stomach, you do get queezy, to handle hanging upside down. You increase your hang time a few mins each time your on the table. If you have a very weak stomach this might not be for you. You have to be able to get thru having blood rush to your head while hanging. This is a learned technique. The table is extremely sturdy and made of high quality materials. We saw this same table at Dick's Sporting Goods for $100 more. I had the table at my door in 3 days. It took approx 30 mins to put together. Tools were included. Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-29
Good Buy
I purchased this item after looking at several others. The only thing that I do not like about it is that the foot holder is not overly comfortable. After trying one twice as expensive, I thought this one had better handles and made it easy to use. It was just as comfortable everywhere but the foot holder, but I have to say that I also have a bad foot, so that doesn't help. The instructions weren't the easiest to follow, but we got it together. Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-23
Good product but...
I received my table in the time line promised. There was some assembly required, no big deal. The table seems to be of high quality. My only issue is the ankle cuff/holders. For me they are uncomfortable so I am only able to stay on the table for about 2 minutes or so. Would like to hear if anyone has a suggestion on how to make these more comfortable so I can use the table longer to experience the benefits.
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Date: 2008-06-11
Great Value, Solid Piece of Equiptment
I received a manual and detailed instructions for assembly. My husband and I spent about 45 mins putting it together - I wouldn't say it was real easy, but it wasn't rocket science. This inversion table is built solid - it doesn't appear to be "cheap". As soon as I got on it, I felt a difference in my lower back. I have a herniated disc between L4-L5. I wasn't sure that an inversion table would provide much "decompression" or traction. The stretch I felt in my lower back was immediate, and it felt very similar to the stretch I felt when I had DTS (like a VAX-D machine) at my chiropractor's office. The DTS machine is expensive and the most you can use it is three times a week, but you can use the inversion table several times a day if you have the time. However, you can't stay inverted for long - I can't imagine ever being inverted for more than 10 mins at a time, and I only stayed inverted for a few minutes each time. It only makes sense that if you feel funny, sit up/stand up on the machine for a few minutes until you feel normal and then try again for less time.
The big drawback of this and most other inversion tables is that getting out of the inverted position requires you to bend at the waist and sit up - maybe there is a better way to do this, but it doesn't really seem that you can control the rate at which you sit up. For me, sitting up like this after my lower back has been stretched/pulled, is uncomfortable - but with my herniated disc its expected for me to have discomfort when I bend or twist. I know that there are inversion tables out there that have more sophisticated "righting" mechanisms, but they are at least 3x as much as this one. I think this device is a great price - perfect for some one trying inversion therapy for the first time. I don't know if after using this table for a few weeks, I'll notice long-term improvement or if it will just provide temporary relief. I will post again after a 3-4 weeks to say whether I think its significantly improved my back condition or not. Rating:
Date: 2008-06-09
GREAT PRODUCT!!!!!
Set up was easy for me. The best thing about this is that the device that holds your feet is great. Iv used one that is just not comfortable. This table put no strain om my legs or ankles . Highly recommended, great price.
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