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Archive for March, 2010
Whole Body Vibration-Good for Muscles and Bones
31 Mar 2010Whole Body Vibration can be beneficial for muscles and bones, especially in older or sedentary adults.
Whole body vibration, or WBV, involves standing on a platform that sends mild vibratory impulses through the feet and into the rest of the body. The vibrations activate muscle fibers more efficiently than the contraction of muscles during regular exercise.
Some [...]
The latest in fitness is to do your workout in as little amount of time as possible. This seems very sensible. And it would inspire those who don’t exercise now to find that they can exercise 10-15 minutes and get the benefits of a one hour workout. This smart move doesn’t mean you are getting less [...]
As WBV continues to evolve, more interesting uses and positive benefits are regularly being discovered.
Effects of WBV on the central nervous system have become a very hot topic recently.
Research studies have already shown positive results in patients with incomplete spinal cord injuries. These subjects showed improvement in walking speed, cadence, step length and consistency of [...]
Improve your Golf Game with Whole Body Vibration
25 Mar 2010One of the often overlooked purposes for warming up is improving your feel for the day. It is important to loosen up so that you can swing effectively. It may also be a good idea to hit some solid shots to boost your confidence, especially if you haven’t played for a while.
Flexibility is one of [...]
Drug Free Option for Treating Osteoporosis
24 Mar 2010Osteoporosis remains a serious health problem for the 10 million Americans who have it and the 34 million who are at risk due to low bone mass; 80% of sufferers are women. It’s estimated that one half of women and one-quarter of men over age 50 will suffer an osteoporosis-related fracture.
To help combat Osteoporosis, bone-building [...]
Most doctors understand the philosophy and benefits of WBV. However, one of the most common questions still is, what could I use it for?
Here are the top 5 uses for Whole Body Vibration in a practice:
Declines in muscle mass and physical strength are common effects of menopause. The drop in female hormones at menopause, particularly estrogen, doesn’t just increase body fat; it also diminishes the strength and size of muscles. This muscle loss boosts the risk for a separate set of conditions, including insulin resistance, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and traumatic [...]
WBV is great for people who have difficulty training because of old age, illness, disorders, weight or injury. It is also incredible for athletes who want to stimulate and strengthen their muscles without stress on joints.
WBV training depends on both the frequency and intensity of the vibrations. The higher the hertz setting, the more the [...]
Are you hunched over a computer all day? Do you rarely take lunch breaks away from your desk? You’re probably stressed out and generally feel “tight”. WBV is perfect for loosening up your entire body and relieving pent up stress.
Vibration exercise is much more effective than conventional exercises. Workout times can be drastically shortened – [...]
Whole Body Vibration is becoming more widely used in Gyms, Health Clubs and by Health Professionals. Many people are choosing to go specifically to Gyms and Health Clubs where WBV equipment is offered because of its unique benefits and time-efficiency.
Whole Body Vibration training has been proven to be as effective as resistance training at a [...]
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- Judy Weaver: Very interesting and informative, Tricia. Think I'll try doing some mild exercise on the Zen Pro tom [...]
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- Benefits of Stretching with Whole Body Vibration | T-ZoneHamilton.com: [...] regular stretching program can help lengthen your muscles and make daily living activities eas [...]
- Is Whole Body Vibration training superior to conventional training methods? | T-ZoneHamilton.com: [...] This increase in amplitude can lead to a more powerful training effect in some circumstances. [...]
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