Most of us would admit that we long for a leaner, slimmer physique; one which is free from cellulite and excess skin. To achieve this you really need to incorporate a regular exercise routine into your daily life. The more active you are, the higher your chances are of achieving your weight loss and fitness goals.
To accelerate your results why not buy toning equipment, such as a vibration plate. You may have been tempted to try out other pieces of toning equipment, such as the specialist body belts which you can wear for an hour or so. These belts send electronic signals to your muscles, causing them to flex. Used correctly, these belts can indeed share your body, but only the bit of the body they are connected to. They can also encourage laziness, with the user simply wearing the belt, performing no exercise and expecting a miracle.
A vibration plate is quite different; far from encouraging a lazy workout a vibration plate requires that you perform simple routines whilst stood on the vibrating platform. Whilst exercising on the plate your WHOLE BODY benefits. The vibrations transfer through the muscles in your body, causing them to flex and contract rapidly. Remember, this is a whole body workout – it is not simply focusing on your abs or buttocks!
Simple aerobic stretches performed on a vibration plate deliver amazing physical results. Your workout is accelerated, so you no longer need to exercise for an hour or so. Many regular users see a reduction in cellulite and other unsightly wobbles in around a month and with continued use they can really achieve a killer body.
A vibration plate is remarkably effective at toning and sculpting your body, boosting your fitness levels and reducing cellulite. Here a three reasons why we believe you should include a vibration plate in your weekly workout:
Boost overall levels of fitness
Exercise is good for you and if you follow the suggested vibration plate workout routines then you are well on your way to higher levels of fitness, better circulation and weight loss. The exercise routine is accelerated by the vibrations, which cause the muscles to flex rapidly which leads to a more toned and lean body with better defined muscle groups plus weight loss through burning calories.
Better tone and definition
Through regular aerobic exercise your muscles flex by contracting and expanding. When performing the same exercises on a vibration plate the muscles flex much faster, meaning a shorter yet more effective workout.
Banishing Cellulite
Vibration plates are effective at boosting your blood circulation. Better circulation means your body flushes out toxins more effectively. Toxins are a leading cause of cellulite, so flushing them out means you can actively reduce the appearance of cellulite when exercising regularly on a vibration plate.
Remember, Vibration Plates can be easily used at home, don’t take up a lot of space and are easy to look after and maintain. A vibration machine, combined with a healthy diet, will help you to lose weight, tone up and glow with good health and vitality. There are many brands available on the market, so make sure that you look for a machine with a good warranty that is fairly priced. Also select a machine that includes a DVD or paper guide with a range of possible workouts and exercise positions included.
Vibration plates are fantastic at helping you tone and sculpt your body and are ideal for every age and ability. Not only can they help to tone your entire physique, but they can also help to improve balance and blood circulation and can even banish the dreaded cellulite.
But did you know that there are actually two types of vibration delivered by a vibration plate, each offering distinct advantages?
Oscillating vibrations
With an oscillating vibration plate the platform rapidly tilts from side to side over a single, central fulcrum. As one side tilts one side of your body is raised and the other is lowered and your muscles are forced to rapidly flex. This rapid movement is comfortable and activates the muscles just as they would when walking or jogging, albeit much more quickly and effectively.
Lineal Vibrations
Lineal vibrations force the body to perform rapid muscle flexing repeatedly per second. The plate oscillates in all three planes, rather than side to side, and this movement increases the gravitational load upon the muscles, thus intensifying the workout.
Both types of vibration offer you a remarkable workout and vibration plates are being heralded as one of the best pieces of fitness equipment today. So, if you want a short workout with staggering results buying a vibration plate is certainly a wise decision.
We spotted a really interesting article in the national press recently about the negative effects of gravity, age and lifestyle resulting in the dreaded cellulite. Taken from the Daily Mail, a photo was shown of 4 women wearing clothes similar to those donned by Kate Moss on a catwalk recently in a bid to highlight how exercise and healthy living can actually help you combat cellulite and get the legs of a supermodel. Wonder if you can spot which one is the model*…?
It was no surprise to us that one user confirmed how Power Plates had really helped her keep the figure she had in her 20’s well into her 50’s.
Valerie Burns, shown on the left of the picture, said of her Power Plate purchase: “It was expensive, but I use it at least twice a week. It’s brilliant for doing squats and lunges to target glutes. On top of that, I take exercise classes regularly and teach yoga and stretching sessions, too. I believe in a total body workout.”
Fitness Expert Doug Robertson added, Power Plates, which can be found in most modern gyms, are great for toning behinds: they increase fat burning energy and can reduce the size of fat cells.
The good news is that if a Power Plate is beyond your budget you could consider a vibration plate instead. Vibration Plates work on a similar principle to Power Plates, sending vibrations throughout your body as you exercise, causing rapid muscle flex and accelerated results.
So, if you want to keep your legs cellulite free (unlike it seems certain catwalk models) why not join the revolution and give a Power Plate or Vibration Plate a try?
Every week we are asked if vibration plates are suitable for massage, rather than vigorous exercise and the simple answer is “Yes”. Vibration plates are effective whether you use them as your sole piece of fitness equipment, to simply warm up or cool down, or to relieve your body of aches and strains and this is why they are now becoming a familiar (and popular) sight in gyms, health clubs and beauty salons throughout the UK.
Massage on a vibration plate can be achieved by standing, sitting or even lying on the plate area. The vibrations can increase circulation considerably and you may feel a tingling sensation in your skin both during and after your routine. As your muscles rapidly contract and expand lymphatic drainage is encouraged and your body finds it easier to flush away toxins. As toxins are flushed away your body produces a greater amount of collagens which help to improve skin softness.
Typical massage positions on a vibration plate include:
Calf massage:
Lie with your back flat on the FLOOR. Rest your calves on the vibration plate. Hold this position or 1-2 minutes.
Quad massage:
Lie facing the floor with your thighs resting on the plate. Your body should be supported with your elbows flat on the FLOOR. Hold this position for 1-2 minutes.
Back massage:
Sit on the plate with your legs bent, knees apart. Bend forward so your ears are in line with your knees. Hold this position for 1-2 minutes.
Vibration plates are a true revelation in the world of health and fitness and really can provide you with a whole body workout and massage. When you consider that buying a vibration plate for use at home is now possible thanks to their lower price tags then what have you got to lose?
Many of us, women in particular, suffer with the dreaded cellulite. It is that lumpy, bumpy area usually around the top of the thighs and buttocks that is so hard to shift, even with diet and exercise. With the summer season almost upon us, many of us start to think about skirts, shorts and bikinis but if cellulite is a problem it can be a cause much embarrassment.
Vibration plate training is one proven way to reduce the appearance of cellulite and thankfully, vibration plates are becoming increasingly more affordable. You can now buy a vibration plate for use at home and with a series of short but consistent workouts you can start to reduce the appearance of the cellulite on your legs, just in time for summer.
Studies have shown that vibration plates really are effective at cellulite reduction. The vibrations passed through the legs improve the body’s ability to drain away toxins and lymphatic waste as circulation is increased. This then reduces undesirable swelling in the areas affected by cellulite.
Reduce Cellulite with Vibration Plate Training
If you are blighted by cellulite then you should give vibration plate training a go. Regular vibration training workouts really can transform your thighs and buttocks, meaning you can concentrate on those summer shorts and swimsuits with no fear of embarrassment.
