The benefits of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) are widespread over the web and almost everywhere.  This type of fitness equipment can make getting in shape easier than ever.

Whole body vibration machines move in different planes and depending upon which plane the vibration plate or user moves in, determines the type of effects on the body. There are three planes that whole body vibration machines move in. The first is strictly up and down (also called lineal or vertical movement), the second is called pivotal (see-saw or teeter-totter), and the third way of movement is called elliptical (more horizontal and less vertical motion).

Vibration platforms are scientifically calibrated to produce precise vibrations at a set amplitude (vertical displacement) and frequency (platform speed). When the user stands on the platform, the vibration energy is transferred to the entire body. These vibrations generate involuntary contractions in the muscle fibers several times per second. By adjusting either of the two variables (amplitude or frequency) you can affect the number of times per second your muscles contract, the amount of G force exerted on your body, the degree of difficulty for stabilization, the detoxification effect, etc.  Different frequencies will have different effects on the body. Depending on what you want to accomplish with WBV, will determine what frequency you should set your machine at.

As a result of the vibration exercise, the body will respond with several healthful benefits.

These include:

• Increased bone mineral density
•  Increased overall strength
•  Increased flexibility
•  Increased core strength
•  Improved blood and lymph drainage (detoxification effect)
•  Improved balance, stability and coordination
•  Burn fat-weight loss
•  Muscle relaxation Rehabilitation of injuries
•  Joint mobilization
•  Scar tissue healing
•  Hormonal changes
•  Neurological stimulation
•  Increased mobility
•  Decreased lower back pain
•  Improved muscle tone.

Most whole body vibration exercise sessions are designed for use in short sets.  Therefore, an entire workout can consist of only 10-15 minutes actually spent on the platform. Performing these exercises three to five times per week will yield incredible health and fitness benefits for users of all age groups.

The medical community has also embraced whole body vibration exercise as a safe therapeutic modality. Professional athletes are adding WBV exercises to their training regimens while gyms, spas and wellness clinics and even assisted living facilities have incorporated this technology into their programming and business models.