Electronic Muscle Toning- EMS Stimulator

Electronic muscle toning is a form of exercise that tones muscles by way of electrical impulses. This is a totally passive form of exercise meaning you don't do anything. But there is an electronic muscle massager that does it for you.

The electronic muscle exerciser may be in the form of a unit or a machine such as an electronic muscle stimulator or an ab belt. While the machine or unit targets a specific area this doesn't mean that you will lose weight in that area.

When you practice electronic muscle toning it does exactly as it says it will do- it tones muscle. Also, know that electronic muscle toning is meant to be in conjunction with other forms of exercise not the only form of exercise you do.

While it performs as it is supposed to it is not a miracle worker, but it is effective and you can feel muscles contracting, which means they are being exercised.

The way it works is simple the electronic muscle stimulator sends out electrical impulses that target nerve endings causing them to contract and relax rapidly. This action causes the muscles to respond and they also contract and relax in like fashion. Then the cycle repeats itself over and over working targeted muscles.

Sounds pretty cool and it is as long as you don't overdo in the beginning. It is wise to start out easy and work your way up just as you would with any other type of exercise. You have control over the amount of voltage used, so use it wisely.

Electronic muscle stimulators are also excellent for rehabbing injuries, since they can make muscles respond when they can't do it on their own. Most physical therapists use EMS stimulation for muscle healing and recovery.

Next, let's look at a few different types of electronic muscle toning units and machines to get an idea of cost and what is available.

One of the most popular electronic muscle toners is the ab belt. Most all of us want to get rid of some weight around the middle or tighten it up at least. When you use a good ab belt it will help tone tighten and strengthen stomach muscles.

I am sure you have seen an ab belt either on TV or in an ad someplace. The key is to get a good ab belt that actually works and preferably is FDA cleared. If it isn't cleared by the FDA it doesn't mean that it isn't effective, but you should check it out more aggressively if it's not. Also check to see if it is of medical grade.

Of course, when an ab belt is of medical grade and is FDA cleared it may cost more. Buying a cheap ab belt could end up being a waste of money. This is one product you really don't want to skimp on if you're serious about toning muscle.

Most avid ab belt users love the Flex Ab Belt it is considered top of the line as ab belts go. Flex also carries other EMS stimulators for both medical and cosmetic purposes. They are an excellent company and stand behind their product.

Also Slendertone has a pretty big fan club, since their ab belts and EMS stimulators are of high quality. Their most popular ab belt is called the Slendertone Flex Pro Abdominal Muscle Toner. It is available on Amazon with 40 reviews from happy customers and a 4 star rating, so you can check it out there cost is $75.

Now, let's move past the ab belts and on to the electronic muscle stimulator units. These electronic muscle toning devices are typically small and portable, so that you can easily be using them and no one would know.

The first EMS stimulator is a best seller with 80 reviews on Amazon an almost 5 star rating. It is the LG-TEC Dual Combo TENS Unit and Muscle Stimulator System with Carrying Case, Electrodes and Battery by LG Med Supply. This EMS unit is excellent for those who have minor injuries now and that are sports related, since it has TENS capabilities, which means it can relieve pain and speed up the healing process. A very nice EMS unit and price is right at $100.

Lastly, we have the Complete Muscle Stimulation Unit with Carrying Case and Electrodes made by Pro Therapy Supplies. This is a complex unit that is quite versatile, a true electronic muscle toning unit that is used for both physical fitness as well as medical conditions. It is quite a small compact unit designed for travel and ease of use. It has nearly a 5 star rating with 27 reviews from satisfied customers and cost is under $50.

Also see Electronic Muscle Massager- Exerciser.