Ropes and Climbing Cords for Functional Training

There was a time when it was part of the school gym curriculum—some people hated it, some had nightmares about it, and others couldn’t get enough of it. We’re talking, of course, about rope climbing in the gym, which has now become a staple activity in functional training. If you’ve already taken a look below at the climbing ropes on this page, you’ve probably noticed a wide selection of different ropes. Let’s start with the classic gym ropes: hemp climbing ropes, available in 4 and 6-meter lengths, offering excellent grip and good heat dissipation. They come with primary and secondary mounting systems—an exclusive Lacertosus® patent. Then there are the more advanced Bicolor Limited Edition climbing ropes, made with 12-strand natural fiber for maximum durability and great comfort. These come complete with a Heavy Duty steel hook. But this page isn’t only about classic climbing ropes—you’ll also find training ropes, commonly known as Battle Ropes!

Battle Ropes

So how should you approach training ropes? The so-called Rope Training—that is, training with battle ropes—is one of the many activities within the functional training universe. It focuses on developing core strength and explosiveness. A classic go-to for those training in combat sports, battle rope exercises help build grip, forearms, shoulders, and more, making it a truly effective full-body workout. You’ll improve muscle tone, coordination, and strength, all while burning fat. Of course, explosive rope exercises—whether frontal, sagittal, or otherwise—require high energy output and effort. But that’s exactly what you’re after, isn’t it? Then it’s time to pick up the training ropes that best suit your functional training goals and start having fun with your new battle ropes! Let’s take a look at how to choose your Lacertosus® ropes: essentially, battle ropes differ in length and diameter (and therefore weight). Below, for example, you’ll find 12-meter training ropes with a 38mm diameter, featuring short handles to reduce wrist strain. Alongside those, you’ll also find 15-meter battle ropes with a 50mm diameter. So, what’s it going to be? Will you go for a functional training climbing rope, or dive into the world of battle ropes?