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ChihuahuaMomma · Feb 15, 2009, 12:15 AM

I saw this thing on The Tyra Show that kind of just shakes you around, and you are supposed to lose 1-2 pounds per session. Does this work? How does this work? Where can it be done? How much does it generally cost? Is it a machine that can be purchased reasonably inexpensive for home?

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tickle · Feb 15, 2009, 06:58 AM

Those machines are viable. I didn't see the one you mention but I have a good idea. In Toronto there used to be salons (probably still are) that was nothing but tables that you reclined on and the motion of a particular part of the table would stimulate, say your hips, thighs, whatever. If you attended long enough, with their expert guidance, your hips, thighs would tone up and you would reduce the fat and cellulite.

Gyms used to have a machine whereby you stepped into a strap and turned the machine on, the strap was around whatever part of your body you wanted to tone and it would vibrate. It is a very good working principle.

If this is the type of machine you are talking about, yes, they do work, but I didn't know they had developed one that you could buy.

Tick

Eileen G · Feb 15, 2009, 01:51 PM

Many gyms now have them. They are called vibro plates or vibro machines. Some video places have them too.

They have a place, you should certainly find that you can stretch more after using them, and they do work your body in a different way to conventional exercise. It is also possible that they will help to improve bone density.

However, they defintely don't burn 1-2lb per session. My gym has one, a good one, and while I find it is very good for finishing off muscles, it doesn't replace lifting weights, and it doesn't work miracles.

tickle · Feb 15, 2009, 03:34 PM

Originally Posted by Eileen G

Many gyms now have them. They are called vibro plates or vibro machines. Some video places have them too.

They have a place, you should certainly find that you can stretch more after using them, and they do work your body in a different way to conventional exercise. It is also possible that they will help to improve bone density.

However, they defintely don't burn 1-2lb per session. My gym has one, a good one, and while I find it is very good for finishing off muscles, it doesn't replace lifting weights, and it doesn't work miracles.

Good that you put a name to them. I had great success with them a few years ago because I used them on a regular basis (if they are the same as I used) they don't burn, they tone. No it doesn't replace cardio or lifting weights or walking, but at the time I was in much pain and had to do something, so tried that method.

I loved it for how it worked over time. Key phrase is 'over-time'.

Tick

Eileen G · Feb 15, 2009, 03:42 PM

I'd say it's great if you are injured. I've just today given away an air walker which I got when I was injured. It was great when I couldn't walk properly, but now I'm fully fit, it wasn't enough. I think the vibro plate is in the same category.

After doing bodyweight squats on it, I can definitely feel a certain residual effect the next day, but it's nothing like doing actual squats with a barbell.

Also, got to admit that after about five minutes on it, I start feeling a bit dizzy.

tickle · Feb 15, 2009, 04:20 PM

Well, it can't be the same eileen. I was laying prone on tables and according to what part of your body you wanted to tone, say hips, as I said in my original post, that part of the table would vibrate. It was a calming procedure, helped circulation (good for toning) and an all over feeling of well-being. If I could find a franchise in my area, I would definitely go into this business and promote it wholeheartedly as a definite spa treatment. In fact I think St. Anne's in Grafton, Ontario have some of these tables. That is a high end spa in our area. (no I don't mind saying a town name). But they don't need promotion, they already have a very elite clientele from all over the world!

Tick

ChihuahuaMomma · Feb 15, 2009, 11:57 PM

Thanks for all the info guys. That answered my question.

Eileen G · Feb 16, 2009, 06:05 AM

No, the thing I use is like a platform that you stand on for squats etc, or put your hands on while doing press-ups, or your feet on while doing plank etc. It vibrates really fast (you have to leave your mouth open or your teeth will rattle) and forces your muscles to work hard to compensate. They are getting very popular now, but definitely not something you lie down on.

Emland · Feb 16, 2009, 06:20 AM

I would imagine the 1 to 2 pounds lost per session is water weight loss from the workout that will come back as soon as you have a glass of water.

Could I just sit on my washing machine during the spin cycle to work on my glutes as a poor man's version of this vibrating machine? ;P

ChihuahuaMomma · Feb 16, 2009, 02:16 PM

Could I just sit on my washing machine during the spin cycle to work on my glutes as a poor man's version of this vibrating machine? ;P

HEY, would that work?? :P

tickle · Feb 16, 2009, 03:45 PM

It would work for a couple of things :)

tickle · Feb 16, 2009, 05:30 PM

I am so glad you are getting your... calcium, chi

Tick

ChihuahuaMomma · Feb 16, 2009, 11:52 PM

Well, I was planning on it... I don't think it counts when it comes back out of your nose...