As we start to approach spring our attention focuses to getting into shape. However, even regular gym users will know there is one universal problem area that can be impossible to shift – cellulite. Cellulite can be unsightly and is most common in women (although men can also suffer). It is not something that affects just those who are overweight – in fact cellulite can be as much as a problem for lean and underweight women. Widespread evidence shows that diet and exercise are not always effective in banishing cellulite, and circulation certainly has a role to play. But before you give up all hope of ridding yourself from your “orange peel thighs” there may be one piece of fitness equipment that could deliver the miracle cure – the Power Plate.
Power plates are becoming an ever popular addition to gyms and health clubs not only in the UK but throughout the world. Their benefits were initially highlighted in 2006 thanks to celebrity users such as Madonna and Claudia Schiffer. However, the substantial price tag was a put-off for many (at around £7000). Manufacturers have spotted the gap in the home gym market and now there are several, quality models available to buy in the UK with more affordable price tags.
A Power plate machine delivers significant results from a relatively short and low impact workout by causing all the muscle cells in the body to contract and relax. Whilst resting, your muscle cells will typically contract and relax once per second. However, by simply standing on a power plate your cells are forced to contract and relax at least 50 times per second. This means that a 10 minute workout on a power plate is the equivalent to 1 hour of high impact exercise using more traditional fitness equipment.
To remove cellulite you will need more than just one session on the power plate. In fact, a course is recommended and results will vary from person to person. However, science shows that cellulite can be reduced by improving circulation and reducing toxins in the body. A power plate helps to achieve both these factors. Improved circulation is not only important when trying to banish cellulite – it improves your entire wellbeing. Using a power plate at low speeds specifically targets circulation as the cells benefit from increased levels of oxygen caused by stimulation. By improving circulation the body becomes more effective at removing toxins from the cells.
Buying a power plate fitness trainer is an investment and if you are unsure about the results you could achieve why not contact your local gym. Many gyms offer non-members the chance to book a course on their power plates and this gives you a chance to “try before you buy”. However, all research points to fantastic results, so power plates look set to become the “must have” piece of fitness equipment in every home in the very near future.
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