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The Many Incredible Uses Of Whole Body Vibration Machines


Whole Body Vibration Machines have been used as an exercise and therapeutic resource for quite some time. Research of Whole Body Vibration Machines began in the late 1970’s with the development of a vibration system by a Russian sports scientists, Dr. Vladimir Nazarov.

An active sportsman, a member of the Soviet gymnastics team and chairman for sports biomechanics at the State College in Minsk; Dr. Vladimir Nazarov first introduced this technology to competitive sports, ballet, and medicine in the former USSR.

The Russian Space Program, European Space Agency and NASA are actively using whole body vibration in ongoing studies for the maintenance of:

  • Muscle strength

  • Mass

  • Bone density

Whole Body Vibration is being used by universities, professional sports teams, in hospitals, physical therapy clinics, and Chiropractic rehabilitation facilities with everyone from the elderly, the physically disabled, and the average person searching for a new way to get toned.

The Whole Body Vibration advantage over conventional training is a result of the ability to provide more effective and efficient training without the multiple repetitions, joint stress and large time commitments that come with daily exercise.

In addition, research has shown strength gains equivalent to conventional resistance training at a fraction of the time commitment. Fifteen minutes of Whole Body Vibration training produces results comparable to one hour of conventional training.

Therefore, Whole Body Vibration provides a safe and effective alternative solution to those who want benefits from weight training, but are unfortunately unable or unwilling to engage in it.

The Stretch Reflex and Whole Body Vibration

The movement of a vibration plate with an amplitude of at least 4 mm simulates the body‘s natural ‘stretch reflex‘ (Tonic Vibration Reflex). This is similar to the knee jerk reaction that occurs when the knee is tapped by a reflex hammer in a doctor‘s office. Without really thinking about it, your body reacts with a strong involuntary muscle contraction.

These strong muscle contractions can be repeated at a fast rate. At a frequency of 6 to 20 times a second, Whole Body Vibration can usually generate up to 1200 muscle contractions in one minute.

Muscle Recruitment and Whole Body Vibration Machines

Due to its involuntary effect on muscle contraction, nearly 100% of the muscle fibers are recruited when compared to traditional training where the average is only 40%.

This typically means that the benefits of stability and strength to all muscles around the joints are maximized in the shortest and least strenuous manner.

Blood Circulation and Whole Body Vibration Machines

The calm rapid contractions of up to 1200 times per minute, ultimately allow the muscle to work as a pump introducing blood to even the smallest blood vessels.

This increase in circulation generally results in the ability of the body to carry off waste products a lot quicker than traditional rehabilitation.

The Effects On Cellulite With Whole Body Vibration Machines

Cellulite is a type of fat deposit that is filled with body waste material that can happen to anyone at any age, doesn’t matter whether you are skinny or overweight! This is generally in a honeycombed shaped pattern that tends to bulge out like stuffing in a mattress.

In order to reduce cellulite, an exercise program has to be very specific so that you increase muscle tone, detoxify and replace fat stores with lean muscle. Doing extremely high repetitions of exercise at all the possible angles is one way to reduce cellulite.

Whole body vibration is a better way as it presents a very high rate of muscle contraction repetitions in a short period of time and works all muscle fibers.

Anti-aging and Whole Body Vibration Machines

Clearly, there are variety factors that contribute to the effects of aging, and inactivity and emotional and physical stress are two. Whole body vibration has been shown to decrease the stress hormone Cortisol and increase Serotonin which research confirms also combats aging.

Moreover, Whole Body Vibration Therapy also assist by increasing the strength of your muscles. The health and strength of the bones and joints is directly proportionate to the health and the strength of your muscles, flexibility and endurance.

Frequency and Whole Body Vibration Machines

Whole Body Vibration can be used daily without deleterious effects that one may experience with traditional rehabilitation or training.

As a result of the ability to increase circulation, lactic acid is instantly cleared, leading to faster recovery and therefore is in variety of aspects, more efficient than conventional training. With traditional weight training, the muscles undergo micro tears through the stresses placed on them.

This leads to a recovery time of 48 hours before engaging in that activity again. Vibration training minimizes these micro tears. Combine this with the increased circulation and there is only a 24-hour recovery period before you can effectively use the same muscle group.

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