Ironman Gravity 1000 Inversion Table

by IronMan

Product Features

• 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

Product Description

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.

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

Product Description

The Ironman® Endurance 100 inversion table is built with a strong steel frame and scratch-resistant powder-coated finish. It has a soft, foam-covered backrest for comfort when inverting, and extra-long safety handles provide easy return to the upright position.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 54 x 29 x 7 inches ; 64 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 63.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000VSJH8C
• Item model number: 5201
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (271 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,075 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #4 in Sports & Outdoors > Exercise & Fitness > Strength Training Equipment > Inversion Equipment

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

166 of 168 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, Solid Piece of Equiptment, June 11, 2008

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L. Gordy (Jacksonville, FL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ironman Gravity 1000 Inversion Table (Sports)

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.

101 of 102 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great item for the price, October 10, 2008

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Christopher W. Wright (Odenville, AL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ironman Gravity 1000 Inversion Table (Sports)

Very sturdy table. Easy to assemble. It has really helped with my back problems.
I took two stars away from my rating because:
1) it does not fold up very easily and takes up a lot of space and
2) the ankle locks are not very comfortable. I found that if I wear sneakers that have a heavily padded tongue and upper that it is not as bad.
If I had to purchase again, I would spend more and find a model that has more comfortable ankle locks.

76 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Inverter Table for the Money, May 19, 2009

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This review is from: Ironman Gravity 1000 Inversion Table (Sports)

Having purchase both the Teeter Hangup (one of the most popular inverters) and this Ironman, I will try to make a comparison.

I purchased the Teeter Hangup table for my personal use. Very satisfied except that the leg clamps at the bottom are not nearly as comfortable as the Ironman. I am 6'4" and weigh 220, so that may be an issue. My wife does not have any discomfort at all.

My daughter and her husband really liked the benefits of inversion after using our Teeter (they find no discomfort either). But because of the leg clamp issue I researched other alternatives.

As a result we purchased this Ironman for them as a gift and it is a LOT more comfortable for me at the ankles and feet than the Teeter type leg clamps. Otherwise, the construction is equivalent in quality.

Other differences to consider:

Teeter allows the table to move further from your back when fully inverted. This allows more freedom to do more exercises without bumping the back.

Another thing you may want to consider is the ease of folding and moving to another place or for storage. The Teeter is easier, as the Ironman requires a wrench; the teeter does not.

The last difference to consider is that the foot rest on the Teeter is easier to adjust, an issue if more than one person uses it and they are significantly different in height and/or weight. The Ironman requires a wrench, the Teeter does not. It is more an issue for the Teeter because the leg clamps are not as comfortable as the Ironman, as I stated earlier, and both need to be adjusted for a proper and comfortable fit.

All in all, if I would have to do it again, I would buy the Ironman for myself. It was about $180 cheaper at the time. You could buy two Ironman Inverters for the price of a Teeter! The slight inconveniences of the Ironman over the Teeter would not warrant this price difference to me, because the leg clamps of the Ironman are significantly more comfortable.

As for the health benefits here, I do not think they are overstated. After a long day on my feet, or just exercising, it literally makes me feel like new. I feel "decompressed," and have more bounce in my joints. I feel more flexible. It allows me to recover from an activity faster.

My daughter, who trains for marathons, says that after a long training run, she feels so much better after inverting, recovers faster, and does not have any back or joint issues like she did before. She just ran the Pittsburgh Marathon, and the first thing she did when she got home was to "hang." She claims immediate relief and faster recovery time.

So no matter which inverter you get, it is an easy way (5-10 min) to feel sooooo much better. I can't recommend this activity more highly.