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The Flex Belt

The Ultimate Workout for Your Abs!
Published by Anthony F Boyle
07-09-2010

The Flex Belt

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What You Should Know

The Flex Belt Abdominal Toning Belt is truly an awesome advance in technology. This device is by far the most effective we have ever seen of its kind. It makes it so that anyone can exercise their abs anywhere and anytime and it does all the work for you. You can use it at work, around the house, while taking a walk, while exercising, watching TV etc. The results are astonishing – The Flex Belt is proven to work for everyone. In fact – in a clinical trial done with The Flex Belt, 100% of the participants received results in flattening, toning, and strengthening their stomach. The Flex Belt is not a gimmick – it is 100% medical science. It is the first EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) product of its kind cleared by the FDA as a class II medical device for direct to consumer sales. You can see an amazing demo of the product by clicking here. For consumers who don’t have the time to exercise or for those that may have tried to flatten and tone their stomachs through traditional exercise, this product is precisely what they’ve been looking for. It is also great for people that are in awesome shape and already have a great stomach – it will simply make it more strong and defined.

The intensity goes from level 1-100. With continued use and as you get stronger, you will increase the intensity. Trust us — This thing works! If you run the belt on a high intensity, you will feel your stomach muscles sore the next day just like you would after an intense abdominal workout at the gym. This is probably the coolest, most advanced product we have ever reviewed.

Product Features

The Flex Belt is an innovative, medical-grade technology with the extraordinary ability to sculpt a firmer, stronger and more toned abdominal area without painful, repetitive exercise routines. The makers of Flex Belt are a medical device company headquartered in Galway, Ireland with 40 years expertise designing, manufacturing and marketing EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) devices for medical and consumer use. Their EMS medical devices are used and prescribed in 5000 clinics worldwide. In fact, this is the same technology that physical therapists use for their patients that need certain muscles exercised.

This product consists of a precisely engineered, ergonomically designed training belt that tones the central abdominal muscles and obliques for the flat stomach or ‘six-pack’ we all dream of. The company is so confident in the amazing results achieved with this groundbreaking product that they offer a full 60 money back guarantee. If you use the belt as instructed (once a day, five days a week), you will definitely see results before the 60 days are up – so this is no-lose situation satisfaction guarantee policy. We don’t think an awesome athlete and legend like Jerry Rice of the San Francisco 49ers would back the product and use it himself if it didn’t work…you can see a video clip of Jerry wearing belt on the official website.

Concept

Here’s how it works: The unique construction of the Flex Belt features three pre-positioned, medical-grade Gel Pads, covering the central abdominal muscles and external obliques. Signals from the belt reach out to nerves where they are most concentrated.

These nerves branch out to reach all the abdominal muscles (not just those under the pads) causing them to relax and contract naturally, working all the muscles at the same time.

When wearing The Flex Belt, you will feel a mild pulsing sensation, followed by some tightening of the abdominal muscles. The muscles should contract smoothly, hold themselves in a tensed position for a few seconds and gently relax again. It is never uncomfortable – but always apparent. You control how powerful the sensations are with the intensity controller. The intensity goes from level 1-100. Like we said before, there is no chance this thing doesn’t work — If you run the belt on a high intensity, you will feel your stomach muscles sore the next day just like you would after an intense abdominal workout at the gym. The end result is that all the muscles are worked at the same time, and no sit-ups or crunches are needed to get flatter, tighter, more toned abs.

The makers of The Flex Belt guarantee results within weeks of using the system and 100% of users have reported more toned and firmer abs. All that is required is a mere 30 minutes a day, five days a week, to see results. The best part is that this 30-minute exercise doesn’t have to be in a gym, and it doesn’t have to take any time out of your day. This belt can be worn any time, allowing consumers to tighten their abs during almost any normal activity. The system is great for people of all lifestyles including casual exercisers, fitness enthusiasts, seniors, new mothers and even people with physical limitations. The belt works for everyone and all should benefit from this simple system.

For consumers who don’t have the time to exercise or for those that may have tried to flatten and tone their stomachs through traditional exercise, this product is precisely what they’ve been looking for. It is also great for people that are in awesome shape and already have a great stomach – it will simply make it more strong and defined. Its ability to precisely target the appropriate muscle groups is nothing short of amazing, and has opened the door to a new era in fitness. Not to mention that for those consumers who may be limited in their ability to perform strenuous exercises like sit-ups or crunches, this ergonomic approach is ideal. Consumers can incorporate this exercise regimen into any part of their day, without having to “drop everything” and suffer through crunches. It is also the perfect solution for new mothers who want to get their tummy back in shape, executives who don’t have that long to exercise each day, and even those that are in awesome shape and just want to look better. You also don’t have to worry about changing clothes while wearing it because it will fit under your shirt and there is no perspiring during a session.

On the official website, you will see an awesome video that shows you everything about the product, including some detailed visuals of how it works the muscles. You will also see that the belt is used by several celebrities, approved by the FDA and has clinical studies showing that: 100% of the people reported their abs are stronger and more toned, the average person received a 49% increase in strength and a 72% increase in endurance.

The belt is lightweight and “breathable,” and has different training programs built in if you would like to use them. Or you can just manually adjust the intensity yourself.

This innovative method for exercising the stomach muscles is also very easy on the back, and will be a welcome change from those who have sustained injuries through laborious sit-ups. While the popular expression “no pain, no gain” is still often used by reluctant exercisers, this product achieves a very efficient, targeted abdominal workout without the need for any suffering.

We definitely recommend trying the Flex® Belt — no one is ever disappointed.

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By Ryan

Re: The Flex Belt

Have you seen the electronic ab belts (the Contour Abs to be precise) that supposedly give you great abs just from wearing an ab belt? At first I was very sceptical but my wife had obviously watched the commercial one too many times and decided to purchase one. She purchased the contour belt, the ab belt was marketed as only costing us $14.95 with a contour offer. This seemed great and we thought we didn’t have much to lose. Be very wary of buying this contour belt because for a start the offer is half finished before the ab belt even gets delivered. In the end what we thought was going to be a offer cost us $215.

I was quite sceptical that this expensive ab belt was anywhere near worth the money we paid for it. I had strong feelings that this electronic muscle stimulation was just another advertising ploy to sell products. Regardless of this my wife used the ab belt every day and after a couple of weeks even I see that it definitely was doing something, her tummy had become a little bit flatter and did look a little more toned.
This made me incredibly curious and I decided to check out the science behind electronic muscle stimulation. I started by going through all the the websites associated with the various ab belts. During my research I began to really believe in electronic muscle stimulation. I found out how they worked and why different models would perform better than others. Here’s a quote from Wikipedia:

“These patterns, referred to as protocols or programs, will cause a different response from contraction of different fibre types. Some programs will improve fatigue resistance, i.e. endurance, others will increase force production.”

While reading up on the medical sites I formed the opinion that the reason so many of these ab belts fail is either because of bad design or faulty manufacture. The science says these things should work and from what I believe work very well. However in practise we had only got marginal results. I also learned that the programming of the mini computer in these devices that controls the electronic pulses is quite complex and sensitive and many of the companies manufacturing these belts had obviously skimped on research and design. These companies obviously thought it’s more profitable to put their money into their marketing campaign than building a decent product.

So having turned full circle in my belief in EMS ab belts I decided to give them another shot. During my research I had come across the Flex Belt which was manufactured with patented medical-grade technology and I thought it looked a little bit better than the rest. It had been FDA approved and the results have been clinically proven. As well as this they don’t offer any or instalment packages but rather they offer you a full 60 day trial. Feeling like I had nothing left to lose and only high expectations I took the plunge and ordered the Flex Belt.

My first impressions of the ab belt where that it was a far superior model to the one my wife had purchased earlier. The ab belt has three pre-positioned gel pads that cover the central abdominal muscles and the external obliques perfectly. The unit comes complete with the rechargeable batteries that have a good life and the controller unit is simple to understand and use while providing a good control over the abs belt.

This ab belt was obviously of higher quality than the one we purchased earlier as after only two weeks of use my wife commented on a significant improvement in my abs. I noticed it too even though I had only been using the ab belt for half an hour a day at most. Since them my wife has swapped her Contour abs belt over for my Flex Belt as well and she has been saying how it feels like a better workout and has noticed much better results.

If your thinking of getting one of these ab belts I highly recommend you do your research first so you don’t fall into the same trap we did. If you are going to buy an ab belt I thoroughly recommend the Flex Belt: Visit Flexbelt website

If you are thinking about trying the Contour Abs belt I recommend going to Ebay where plenty of unsatisfied people are trying to sell their Contour Abs belts (like me at the moment). I even found a website which publishes used contour abs belts from Ebay!

Hopefully you are somewhat more enlightened on EMS and how it works and that this article has helped you to make the right decision when purchasing your ab belt.

By Jessica

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Hi, after reading your article I decided to purchase the FlexBelt. It arrived promptly and I have begun to use it as part of my workout routine. I will report my results here if it works as well for me as it does for you.

By George L.

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Hi, I found your article a very informative read and I think it will influence my decision on which ab belt to buy.

By Chloe

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Good article, I made the right choice two months ago and bought the flex belt. I am glad I never purchased any other belt as my results with the FlexBelt have been tremendous. People are starting to comment that I must spend hours each day in the gym but I know my success is down to the wonderful FlexBelt.

By andrew

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i wish i had read this article before i purchased my abs belt. i purchased the contour ab belt over two months ago and after steady use i had finally decided to give up on EMS. maybe i will give the flex belt a shot before i disregard the whole thing.

By Ryan

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To the person who commented above claiming that EMS doesn’t work. I was once a disbeliever like you and even tried using my wife’s ab belt before quickly disregarding it. However after seeing her results I decided to give it another go. It was obvious the reason it failed the first time was because I only tried it for one or two weeks. I have now gotten results as well but it does take dedication. Try using it for half an hour a day over the course of a month and I am sure you will see results as well.

By Kimberly Maguire

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What a brilliant article, my daughter and I had been wanting to get fit, but did not have the time or money to go to the gym, and this seems to be our perfect solution!

By Ethan McGraw

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I wish I never found this page, I just ordered my contour abs belt today. I will give it a try anyway but if if it doesn’t work I will try to get as much of my money back as possible on Ebay and get the FlexBelt.

By Tree L.R.

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Thanks so much for taking the time 2 write your informative findings in your blog. I was interested in getting a medical grade unit if possible, but I didn’t think they made one for this purpose, until reading your blog. I’ve been looking on the web for all the possible units sold & did not see anything of the FlexBelt or any units made specific for Abs listed as medical grade (other than TENS units which work great for their many varied purposes – just not made for this purpose). So I was thinking of buying the Contour Ab Belt, like your wife bought. I know if an EMS unit is made right & used right, EMS stimulation can work if you stick w/it & don’t expect it to result in over-all weight loss. I know EMS units work extremely well w/facial muscles & keeping the skin toned & preventing facial sagging & “turkey neck” as you get older. {My mother used a facial EMS unit 2x a week for more than 20 years & always looked 20-25 years younger than her age (w/o any facial surgeries). It works & looks WAY better than any face lift}. I know it’s only meant to tone muscles & tighten loose flab – which you can get even if you’re 40 lbs. overweight (depending on height – the taller you are; the more weight you can carry w/o looking overweight) I mean it’s possible 2 be overweight, but have a waistline, & still look like everything is smooth & all in the right places. If you need to lose weight over-all, looking for success thru spot reduction will only result in disappointment – there’s no such thing. But you can redistribute it. Although, no one should expect to see a very defined 6 pack waistline unless you have a very low percentage of total over-all body fat. Again, thank you for posting this! I will look to buy the Flexbelt & research more to see if there are any other medical grade units. I will also let you know what my results are with it. If I didn’t read this, I would have most probably bought the Contour Ab Belt like your wife did! Thanks!

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By Ryan

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Tree L.R., thank you for your detailed comment. It’s very interesting to hear facial EMS did work so well for your mother!

Any news on your research or results?

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By Charlie D

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Thanks so much for the information! I’ve been looking for an honest site to inform me of the differences between these two competitors. I’m so glad I finally found an truthful, unbiased website that proves to me beyond a shadow of a doubt which ab belt I should purchase.
Wish me luck.

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By Frog

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Regarding Electrical Muscle Stimulation…I am a physical therapist and we use E-stim for several physical problems. It can be used with Bell’s palsy but offers varyhing results. It can be used to help stimulate quadriceps activity after an ACL reconstruction and help facilitate muscle use post-operatively. Understand this: E-stim does contract the muscle, and often times, it is uncomfortable to people. It will allow for increases in muscle strength, but it is no substitute for resistance exercise. When combined with resistance exercise, it can be more effective than either one alone. I saw bits of the contour abs promo, and the host is a highly trained athlete who is getting paid to sell this product. Don’t believe for a second that she uses belt alone to get those abs. Her training regimen keeps her slim and ripped looking.

A special note to those who are fat: doing all the situps and crunches or wearing of a muscle stimulator is not going to make your waist smaller or cause you to burn fat. To burn fat, the body needs oxygen to metabolize fat in an 8 step process called the Krebs’ Cycle. Strengthening exercises are anaerobic activities; bicycling, jogging, treadmill are aerobic activities that are aerobic. Intermittent muscle stimulation does not qualify. When you build up a muscle it gets bigger, not smaller. So, exercising the abs can potentially increase the size of your waste. To slim it down, get rid of the fat by doing cardio exercise, and use strengthening exercises to tone and firm abdominals.

Finally, there really is no such thing as contracting the lower abs over the upper abs. If a muscle contracts, it contracts–period. If you hooked up an E-stim unit to your biceps on the lower end of the muscles, and it made the muscle stronger, it’s not as though only a small part of the biceps would increase it’s muscle mass. The advantage that bodybuilders have with altering their exercises for a muscle is to activate muscle confusion; different movements keep the nervous system from getting used to a routine, thereby challenging the body to respond and adapt.

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By Jessica

Re: The Flex Belt

Hello everyone,

It’s me again, reporting back with my experiences.

So I have been using my Flexbelt for 6 weeks and WOW it really works. My tummy is flatter and my abs are a lot tighter and more toned. I’m going to continue using this ab belt and if the results I have gotten thus far are anything to go by I’m sure I am going to be happy in the future.

Jessica

PS: Support is there 24/7 if you have any questions. I was worried at one point that they weren’t going to deliver it for weeks, but when I phoned up they were able to pinpoint exactly where my order was.

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By mike

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Ems does work. I am a product of ACL reconstruction on both knees. EMS was used to help build muscle strength and to “learn” the muscle to work properly again after atrophy. It really worked on the first surgery. the second it was not needed as much as surgery techniques have changed quite a bit.

As frog said, there is no substitute for aerobic excersize, which is the best fat burner possible.

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By Greg

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Thank you for the info. I am looking to add the Flex belt to my routine. T\C

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By Livorno

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After watching The Countour Belt Advertisement, t was ready to buy it, but decided to do the smart thing and check it out on the Web. Thank God I found your Website. Great info! I like what Frog said, but it’s nice to think that you might be able to get “flat abs” without all the hard work! I think I will try to lower my fat intake and increase my arobics before spending more money on anything else…thanks to all who commented….great stuff!

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By Darrell

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I have to agree with frog the PT. Doing cardio exercises definitely is the best way for burning fat and slimming down the waist and also healthier. Being a former Marine, I can testify that you will see the best results just by running/jogging. It’s inexpensive too!!!

To tone, just do as he said and exercise that region of the body.

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By Patricia Murguia

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Hello, I am glad I found this article before I purchased my belt. Thanks for the article! I just purchased the flexbelt and the butt/thighs skirt as well. Did your wife tried those too?

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By Kristie

Re: The Flex Belt

Great topic! I have been wondering about these products and if one is better than the other. Frog – very helpful! Ultimately, I would like to tone up a post-baby belly and have been doing sit-ups periodically (not regularly!). Would the flex belt be helpful? I like the fact it’s less than half the cost of the contour belt.

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By Erich Cervantez

Re: The Flex Belt

I just bought the Contour Abs system after watching an infomercial on TV. No, I never actually ever buy anything from infomericials so this was definitely my first time…the commercial was rather convincing. I’ve already been exercising rather intensely with lots of running. Losing weight has been easy but the flab around my stomach definitely needed some toning. If this thing is more efficient that doing 200 situps a day then I’m giving it a shot. I’ll report back after a few weeks!

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By Eddie

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I was wondering if this could be used after haveing an open heart quad. by pass? I also have a stomach ulcer.

Thank You

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By Marie

Re: The Flex Belt

I am so thankful for your postings and the research you did! Thank you! I almost bought this, and then I came across your article. I think I want to look into this flexbelt. As for the contour abs, the infomercial wouldn’t even post the true price on tv. That should be a red flag right there. It says 14.95 trial period- it is like a hook, line and sinker affect. A good product wouldn’t have to fool the consumer and it would be able to straight forward give the price. I am also curious about the abcircle pro, anyone know anything about this machine? It claims you get the cardio and great abs.

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By Marty

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great information,but does the fexbelt actually help to flatten the abs?you see so many commercials and advertisements proclaiming what a product will do and then you get it and it does nothing as it said.I ‘m doing web searching on the contour belt,didn’t know about fexbelt ,will go to website and read more information.

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By kenneth

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Reading these comments have only managed to intrigue me even further. I just want to know if the belt really works before I spend my hard-earned-money on it. Could any body out there give me a straight honest to goodness answer, please? I’m obsessed with reducing my gutt. I am physically fit because I work out on a regular basis & I watch what I eat. I even incorporate a total of 300 sit-ups on a daily basis, but I’m looking for an easier way to accomplish this task. Please advise!

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By Eded

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Great Blog!

I will definetly buy the the flex belt instead of the contour belt, now that I’ve also done my research.

Thanks Ryan

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By Steve

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I’m going to purchase the flexbelt and I’ll report back.

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By Robb

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I had a toned stomach just by diet and exercise, but I got into an accident about 3 years ago which left me paralyzed from the chest down. I can no longer exercise my stomach muscles and I am now gaining fat around my stomach. Does anyone know if the flex belt would help in this area or any ideas that would help. Even my physical therapist told me there was nothing I could do, but I dont believe him. Thanks

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By C. Chao

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Thank you so very much for your research and informative information. I truly wish I could’ve read it before because I am now just a day away from getting the contour abs. But after reading this, I’m a little disappointed in myself that I didn’t do my homework about which ones are good.
If i do not feel the contour abs is working for me. I’ll most likely do as your wife had done. Switch to the Flex Belt.
And thank you everyone for posting up your own ideas too because they have also become very helpful to me.
I’ll keep you updated about what I think about the contour abs and if it works for me.

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By Theresa

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Well, I just ordered the flex belt this morning. Will write an update as soon as I receive it and start using it.

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By Troy

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Hi all. Had a car accident 1 year ago. Still have back trouble. Before that I was as fit as I could be and actually asking around for ways to reduce more and being told I need to keep some for elasticity. Since I have gained 50, yes 50 pounds in one year. I have huge strech marks from getting so big so fast. Similarly to the fellow paralized from the chest down, I hope this may help my stomach because with the back issue I don’t feel comfortable doing any excercise without reinjury. Also with increased heart issues from weight gain/hypertension, is there a problem using ems around the heart? Will get flexbelt. I wonder if those who havent updated had a good experience or a poor one? I will actually try to report back. Hope someone can answer those questions posed too. I see a lot of questions, but very few answers. Thanks for the site keeping me from buying Contuor.

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By Daniel

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I just wanted to say thanks for saving me both time and money! I was just about to call and order a contour belt. When they said they would let you try it for 30 days for just $14.99 they forgot to mention that the real cost was $215.00 and that it would take 30 days to get here. THE CONTOUR ABS BELT IS A SCAM!!! Once you get the belt the 30 day trial period is allready over and you’re stuck with a $215.00 piece of crap. Thanks to the info in your article I can buy the flexbelt instead and save myself alot of hassle! Thanks again.

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By BrandI

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I was almost sucked into the contour belt this morning. Thought I would do so checking first though. This is the second place I have found that says the Flex belt is better and higher quality.

I have recently had back surgery and this is the same technology that physical therapy and chiropractors use. I have been told I need to build core muscles and lose weight for the sake of my back. On the Flex belt site there are not pics or video of the back of the belt that I see. Is there a patch or anything on the back? I also did notice the contour belt comes down further on the tummy supposedly to get rid of the pooch there, is there anything to that at all?

I found your blog interesting and informative. This is actually my first time ever do this. I would like you to contact me with any other info. you can give me as far as what this could do for the back its self. I would really appreciate it.

Thanks

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By Anne

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Thanks for your article. I was about to order contour belt when I saw in on tv earlier but decided to do some research on line and glad found your arcticle. I ordered flex belt instead. THAN U!

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By RichDaddy

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Any EMS system will make any muscles work, doesn’t matter if you are paralyzed or not. How I understand paralysis is that your brain can no longer send signals to your muscles to contract, because the signal’s connection has been severed somewhere along the line. An EMS system bypasses any connection to your brain. Your muscles would still contract even if your body was freshly dead (before rigamortis could set in). The EMS (Electronic Muscle Stimulator) system would force the muscle to contract regardless of any will to allow it to go or not.

I am 35. I purchased an expensive EMS system ($800) when I was 18 after watching the movie entitle “Dragon, the Bruce Lee Story” where he uses one while typing a book. It worked great but: had to plug in; had cords to attach pads to your body; and belts to attach the pads to your body. So overall bulky, but an awesome system where you could turn up the power, change the steadiness to contract or rapid or random or anywhere in between. Let me tell you, it was awesome, and even a great party toy! Everyone wants to see how it forces the muscle to contract no matter what you had in mind, especially when its your own muscle. The more trained a person’s muscle was, the more power they could take (or withstand). The scrawny kids would look buff in a matter of seconds, but couldn’t take a power setting over 3 or 4 out of 10. But the jock kids could take a power setting of 4 to 6 and look like they just worked out. When a jock kid took a power setting of 8 on contract for 5 seconds, they looked like a body builder for 5 seconds, but acted like it was going to tear their muscle out.

So keep this in mind, the weak EMS serve a purpose, for the weak muscles. The stronger EMS serves a purpose for the already trained muscles. You can still strain a muscle when you use an EMS system. Rapid pulses will burn fat. Extended contractions will increase strength. Do not over extend your muscles, give some consideration to your tendons and bone strength. But most of you wont have anything to worry about while using a weak EMS belt.
Just consider how weak you already are when choosing an EMS belt to do the work for you.

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By Ester

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Thanks for your blog. I saw an infomercial late last night about the contour abs and almost bought one . I am glad I didn’t and instead did my search and found your article.
I will definitely buy the flex belt. Thanks again. Will report back in a month.

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By Michael

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I disagree. I believe that the Contour Abs does not work. Although, some of you might have gotten some great results. First of all, Contour Abs helps you contract your abs which is the point of doing x amount of crunches. The more your abs contract, the faster your abs will be shown. But, here’s the turning point, if you are obese or have some fat layers around your waist/stomach, there is no point of buying Contour Abs unless you lose those fat layers.

Think about this logically. If you don’t move, you don’t burn calories. If you don’t burn calories, you don’t lose fats. Contour Abs does not help you lose calories. All it does it that it helps you to contract your abs.

Those of you who have gotten awesome results probably is because you have no or little fat layers around your stomach/waist. If you were to insist to buy it, I would suggest you to use it while running because you’re burning your fats from running and contracting your abs at the same time.

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By Unregistered

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Hi – I’ve been using the Flex-belt everyday for a year now. It really does work!!! I haven’t tried the Contour since my flexbelt works well – and their customer service is awesome. You do have to buy more gel-pads – and they last about 30 days (but I’m also using the belt 2 sessions a day). I like that the belt uses batteries because I use rechargable and so I don’t have to worry about running out of juice for my workout session since I always have the batteries on hand. The flexbelt belt does say you can use it for other areas – not just for your abs – it has an upper and lower body mode. The key point for getting ripped abs is not just exercising but you also have to have a HEALTHY diet – which includes good carbs – like whole grains…and not eating a lot of the carbs… sorry – but its the truth! (and I love my carbs) I also have an active life-style – which means I work out EVERY DAY – most days it the treadmill – 3 miles minimum. I use the Contour as part of my daily workout routine. I love it because I can multi-task and work out. If do you these things – you WILL get results and have a ’swim-suit’ ready body.

Best of luck and I hope this post helps you out!!!

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By marj

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I was so happy to read your posting on the abs belt. I will be checking out the flexbelt. Thanks again

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By Sterling

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My friends purchased the Ab contour belt. If nothing else, I have had some laughes. Typically, you start out with a low tinge cycle. You gradually work your way up. It is in 30 minute cycle intervals.As of today, we will partake on a two month experiment in this program. I will enter in my measurements with weekly results. Measurements have benn taken today.We will see if the results are significant. I have nothing to lose here. I just want to see if this is a false advertisement.If anyone has had results,please comment back to Sterling

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By Petty

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WoW!!,
I am glad I thought about checking what the real people had to say, I woke up this morning with the tv on, and a fine as heck, 42 year old woman wanted to sell me an ab belt, . Looking at her made me want two of them. Very thankful for finding your site, all of you who have posted, thanks for the very helpful info. We can all get “fine” and sell some stuff now…… I’m going to the flexbelt site

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By julia

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thank you for publishing this information i was seriously considering getting the flex belt just to add in for a bit more toning because excersizing is not fully cutting it , i was using a tens machine before and it was helping but it died. i though of getting another one but then i figured maybe an ab belt would be a little better

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By gelaina

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I am wondering the same as brian – I believe that the EMS belt can tone and strengthen my ab muscles but what about the layer of fat covering them? Whats the point of toning muscles if they’re covered by fat – has anyone had success with these belts reducing the fat too as cardio would? I don’t want to do cardio because I like the limited fat I have on other parts of my body and don’t want to loose it. It just seems too much fat concentrates in my stomach area and I want to target my stomach alone.

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By Michael

Re: The Flex Belt

I am now 9 days into using the Flexbelt. I have to say that 9 days in I am happy with the product. The thing I like most about it is that it keeps me away from doing crunches and other things that put srain on my lower back.

With that, I have changed my diet, I’m not eating red meat… and I’ve added more cardio to my work out. I’ll see what the results are after 30 days, but I can already see a noticable difference.

But I’m sure just strapping on the belt with no added cardio won’t produce that “6 pack” look. Your abs will get stronger, but overall you’ll have to be leaner to get that look.

#44

By John Mckenzie

Re: The Flex Belt

I am going to try the flexbelt…. thanks,

#45

By Unregistered

Re: The Flex Belt

Saved in the nick of time!
Bought the Contour and read this article.
Am now returning the Contour [$14.95 out the window] and will get the Flex Belt later.
Great job!
Million Thanks!

#46

By Tim Anders

Re: The Flex Belt

I am looking into buying one of these belts, I have not heard of the Flex belt before, but of course of the Contour belt seeing as it is plastered all over the TV. One thing that has always stopped me from purchasing one is, the rumor of these EMS systems cause cancer later in life. Has any one ever heard of this? I really want one, I am a big guy 6′ 5 1/2″ 330lbs size 18 shoe. Now you can paint a picture of my size. I am always exercising, running, walking, push ups, sit ups, curls ect. I have a lot of power, but not a lot of muscle tone. I eat rather healthy, and junk food on occasion. Any tips from any one on the best abs belt to use? Contour or Flex Belt? I need to stay in shape for my career. Thanks to all for sharing.

#47

By Joel Adams

Re: The Flex Belt

I’m a Web-designer who is always at the desk. I really like to stay fit. Thank you for post this article. I’ve been searching for a product that can help me shape my abs in the little time I spend at the gym. I will try the Flex Belt and report in 6 weeks. Thanks!

#48

By Jacob Roney

Re: The Flex Belt

I’m using the flex belt on a daily basis since 2 months and I’m very happy with the results!
My girlfriend is pretty impressed with my abs and started using the flex belt as well.

My tip, follow these two rules:

1. Wear the flex belt at least 20min a day
2. Drink water instead of soft drinks (a big sacrifice, but it’s well worth it!)

#49

By Jason S

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi, I’ve read through, and I’m interested in getting a FlexBelt. Just wanted to see if this would actually post, because all these reviews look too good to be true (or real). Let’s see!

#50

By Sheila H

Re: The Flex Belt

I appreciate your comments on the FlexBelt, therefore that’s a plus for me. I was not sure what belt to buy, so now I know. Also,Thanks Jacob Roney for the tips about how many minutes we all can start /20 minutes and drink water instead of sodas after work out!

#51

By Theresa

Re: The Flex Belt

Oops, I almost forgot reporting back. Sorry about that!

Well, there’s not much I can say except it really does work

I believe key is to be persistent!

Good luck to you all!

#52

By Joni

Re: The Flex Belt

Thank you for taking the time to not only research but publish this. It is always hard to know what is for real and what is not. This has influenced our decision greatly. Again, Thanks.

#53

By Liz S.

Re: The Flex Belt

I just purchased a Flex Belt today and I’m glad I came by this blog! Now I feel a bit of relief at dishing out that kind of money for something that could be a hoax. I weight train 4 times per week and run 4 times a week as well, but the fat around my mid-section just does not want to go away! I will try it out when I receive it and re-post my results after 2 months.

#54

By Vanny

Re: The Flex Belt

Your website was so helpful! Thank you so much for helping me choose the correct belt. I was going to order the contour belt but didn’t because I was skeptical about it. I’m glad I held off and was lucky enough to have found your blog. You saved me time, money and frustration. I will be buying myself a flex belt and I’ll keep you updated on how I do with my results. Also thanks to everyone who commented, your opinions, information and questions really helped too! Thanks again for all the insight.

#55

By Niki D

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi Ryan. Thanks for posting your personal experiences with these items. I was investigating both of the products you and your wife tried, and couldn’t decide which would be a better system. I was leaning toward the Flex belt, simply for the rechargeable control unit, and I liked the idea of the other accessories they offer. Did you guys opt for any of the other parts of that system, for the arms or buttocks? Just curious if you’ve tried those as well with any success. Thanks for your helpful reviews!

#56

By raj

Re: The Flex Belt

Hey guys,

So in march of this year i weighed 305 pounds today i weigh 210…. yeepeeee !! one problem …. after havin lost almost 100 pounds i still have this pouch of stomach that i want to get flattened … any suggestions please feel free …

thnxs RAJ

#57

By Christopher John

Re: The Flex Belt

I was going to buy the contour belt but something was telling me don’t buy it, do some research first. I’m glad I did. Plus the people who did the contour belt commercial are just to damn ripped and fit for me to really believe they got that way from using the belt. Did you see the ladies arms all those veins and muscles. I’m going to order the fexbelt today and let you know how things turn out. Talk to you soon and again thanks for the great info.

Chris

#58

By Lauolive

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi, thank you for the information–I knew that electronic stimulation worked on tightening muscles as that was part of my knee therapy for my arthritis. When I started seeing ads for belts that offered electronic stimulation, I thought it was great but was skeptical on if they (belts) worked as well as advertised. I’m really happy that I found your blog and I”m gonna give the flex belt a try.

#59

By Rick

Re: The Flex Belt

Thanks for the posting, I bot two set, one for me and one for my friend. The product will arrive next week and I will post me and my friend’s results after 2 months so everyone can compare. However, I don’t know how much workout I can put in, I try to exercise at least one time a week, in good times, I can squeeze 3 workouts a week. My goal is to eat less and see how the result goes!

#60

By Diane

Re: The Flex Belt

Thanks for the info, going to try the Flex belt. Any advice for us newbies???

#61

By CORRINA

Re: The Flex Belt

Thanks for you blog. I just watched the informercial for the Contour ab belt,and I wanted to know if it worked. I plan to check out the Flexbelt website.

#62

By NikaBaby

Re: The Flex Belt

This information is really helpful. I have been fighting with my gut for some time now and have wanted to try one of these belts. I think I’ll try the flex belt and will let you know about my results.

#63

By Rianna

Re: The Flex Belt

Thank You for posting. I am overweight and need to diet and exercise obviously, however I have an extremely bad back and I can’t walk unless it’s with a cane to help support my back. I have been told that losing weight and strengthening my core will help my back. However I can’t do crunches because of the back injury and wonder how I will ever be able to strengthen my core. Strengthening my core would in turn help me to exercise for longer periods of time. Will this help me in my situation? I don’t expect a six pack, I was just wondering if this could help me start to strengthening my abs even through the belly fat? Also, where can you purchase one of these flex-belts? Any helpful info would be appreciated!

#64

By RESA

Re: The Flex Belt

Hello All,
In 1992 I had a left ankle replacement. By the time I was ready for PT I couldn’t even stand on my left leg. TENS was used on the foot and aggressive EMS on my leg. That is where I learned the difference between the two treatments. Six months and I was running again:-) Accident in 2005-now have painful buldging discs. Weakened abdomen has happened now from just sitting around. One MUST have a strong abdomen to keep from slouching. That is your back’s support muscles. Hubby saw the TV ad for Conture a couple of days ago and asked me to research it for both of us. I have a Tony Little Gazelle (luv it) which will give me a great cardio workout after I dust it off .lol– I gained 60 pounds since accident in 2005. Now I’m suffering from all the things one gets when overweight. Enough…ordering the Flex. All of you with back injuries know how tough it is to excercise with a back injury. This may just be my life send. Thank you for your site and other’s comments. I’m going to get my life back. Good luck to all!! I’ll be back and see how everyone is doing. OH, to the guy that lost 100+ lbs congrats – most people that lose that much weight have a hangover flap. It can develop ulcers and such. I would suggest saving up for an abdominalplasty where they cut off the excess skin. Again, congrats and keep up the good work and yes, EMS will help strengthen the muscles but the skin has to go. Bless you – you’ve given me hope. :-)

#65

By jayke

Re: The Flex Belt

Hey there–I was about to click order on the other belt. SO GLAD I checked out your site. I ordered Flex Belt. It arrived in 2, yes TWO, days!! The other belt site said allow 6-8 weeks at least!!!

I appreciate that Flex belt tell you up front that you will need extra pads & how much they cost.It’s not real hype-y and used car salesman like. Just straightforward info.

So, I have it on now for 1st time and am LOVING it! Gentle tingle now increasing a bit…Feels really good. I am looking forward to results & feel motivated & inspired.

Thank you for your research & reporting & experiences.

Best to all

#66

By lisa

Re: The Flex Belt

I just saw a commercial on TV for the Contour belt and was going to get one but wanted to do a little research before buying it right away. this blog came up second in the list of google sites, almost didnt look at it but luckly i did, i have checked out the flex belt and did more research on that. Buying the flexbelt tonight!

#67

By Julie

Re: The Flex Belt

I ordered the trial last Saturday – November 7, 2009. I called them back about 30 mintues later to cancel the order because I changed my mind. That’s only 30 minutes later! They said that they could not cancel the order but that if I called Monday morning that customer service could “try” to cancel the order. I called this morning at 8 am, and they said that the order had been processed and that they can’t cancel the order. I told them I had tried to cancel two days prior and wanted my money back and further added that there was no any way that the order could have been shipped yet and that I work on computers all day long and that the order can be cancelled by someone. When I asked if the order had actually shipped yet the person would never say yes – only that it had been processed. This is all bull! This is another example of big companies trying to make a buck no matter how they can. This is customer service at its poorest. I am filing a claim with my bank to get my money back. People don’t make this company and the owner’s behind it more richer. Don’t buy this product!

#68

By Jaxy.R

Re: The Flex Belt

hello! ryhan ive been watching the contour abs belt cermercial for a few weeks now i was thinking to purchase it. but before i wanted to see if it was true. so i looked at the web and saw bad reviews of it. then i found your website. the The Flex Belt sounds very conviencing from all the comments ive seen. i think i am gonna purchase one to give it a try. hopefully it works! i will comment in a month about the results. thanks for the post!

#69

By Sara

Re: The Flex Belt

A few years back I was going to a Chiropractor for my back pain, cause I have scoliosis and they used EMS on me and let me tell you it works. It strengthened the muscles in my shoulders and back and I had been pain free ever since. My husband also had it done for pain in his lower back and it worked. We are now considering buying the belt for our abs and hope to purchase some for arms and shoulders also.

#70

By Stan

Re: The Flex Belt

Like a lot of people here, I saw the contour commercial and it sounded great. However, I wanted to get some comments and found this website which gave me much information on the two belts. I plan to check out the Flexbelt and get some info. One thing I will say, about 8 years ago I purchsed an ab belt (forget the name), used it for about two months and while I did notice some changes it was not a lot. But it did work. Times have changed, so hopefully what is on the market now is better than years gone by. Enjoyed reading all the comments listed, and kudos to Ryan for this website.

#71

By elizabeth

Re: The Flex Belt

I am going to buy the flex belt but am interested in Tree.L.R’s comments about facial EMS that his mother used. As a 60 year old woman in very good shape, I would also like to have my face look good as well!

#72

By Dorothy

Re: The Flex Belt

I have had back surgery and was particularly excited to see a physical therapist respond. Myself and my husband have documented problems with our backs and we are over 50 years old. I assist in surgery, standing all day and I desperately want to strengthen my core without hurting my back. Every time I try to do conventional exercises to strengthen my core, I end up bed-bound with my back. Plus…i could lose 20 lbs and i would still have a pouchy belly. I want to buy the Flex Belt

#73

By cindy

Re: The Flex Belt

Thanks for the heads up I almost ordered the Contour Belt. I decided to check out reviews first and im glad I did. I think Im going to order the Flex Belt. I hope it works I have wasted soooooo much money on crap that is supposed to be all that and never is.

#74

By Mindy O.

Re: The Flex Belt

I purchased the Contour belt and fed into the “scam”. I recieved such belt tried it on, turned it up and almost dropped to my knees. FYI do not start on 75 htz at level 50. Stupid! Turning it back down to recommended starting area was still feeling EMS. I used it for 5 days as recommended and did lose one inch. No scam, no changing of diet or exercise (which was none). Very impressed with product. Upset that I did not read review before about Flex Belt, and the “Trial” of almost $250. Still very nice, added in diet which is how I found this site, looking for calories burned, and more exercise. Look out world, new Bruce Lee movements coming your way!

#75

By carol

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi Liz,

I have the same problem, you do, or did…so I will go ahead and try the Flex Belt…and report my results…and I agree..I dont thing I songle belt wont solve things alone..additonal excersise and probably diet got to completent the belt.. Anyway..stay tune for my results,,and thanks fo your comments,…that was my last push to take the decision…

#76

By lisa v

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi Ryan,I was gonna get a contour myself and decided to get the flex belt and glad I did. Yes, it really does work I had the belt for only less then 2 weeks and my stomach has gotten flatter and toner and harder, so I don’t really need the 60 days trial to be convince in just 2 weeks it had already prove to me it works. I came across the flex belt on the computer one day never saw a informercial or heard about it only the contour, and I’m glad I got the flex belt, doing sit ups was not working for me, I myself did some research and spoke to a agent about all the benefits first and also got info most of the people who return their belts was because of serious medical conditions, I highly recommend anyone to buy the flex belt, I am now in the progress of buying the flex skirt that tones your butt and back thigh. good luck to you all.

#77

By Rod

Re: The Flex Belt

I was minutes away from ordering the Contour machine, I google Contour and there you were….Thank you so much for saving me a money and a headache. I will purchase the flexbelt instead of Countour. Thanks

#78

By Maria

Re: The Flex Belt

Nice words Jason. You hit the nail on the head. Assistance is always worth a try, but as an individual it is up to you to do some work too. I have to agree about the kids now a days. Parents have let their kids become lazy and depend on games, tv and cell phones to become the babysitter. True but sad.

#79

By Justin

Re: The Flex Belt

Ryan, I agree that these belts use proper technology, but that most lack proper design and execution. Growing up I played high level competitive soccer, and having injured my left hamstring muscle 3 times and torn my meniscus when I dislocated my knee, I’ve been through quite a bit of PT. And electro-stimulation always finished the PT sessions.

To the skeptics:
It is smart to be skeptical of these products, for reasons Ryan stated in his blog, but it’s not simply putting on a belt. I imagine it works very similarly to electo-stimulation. Although, an electro-stimulation machine is a little simpler. You attach a positive and negative electrode on each end of the problem area, in the case of PT this would be the localized section of scar tissue created by the injury, and then the machine charges the electrodes with a current which travels from one electrode to the other, sending an electrical current through the muscle and causing it to contract.

The only issue with these electric belts that i see is that muscle building results are most often achieved from load bearing exercises due to their ability to create tears in muscle. And muscle building is your body’s response to this scar tissue that is created. Once the muscle has been torn, it not only repairs the muscle but it builds it up stronger as it’s defense against tearing again. Basically, the entire point of PT.

These devices are very good for working the muscle by fatigue, which both tones and strengthens the muscle. But in the case of the abs they show on the infomercials, it seems that those kinds of results where you have big bulging abs, even when relaxed, are unachievable. Exercise and proper diet, whether for weight loss or muscle gain, is ALWAYS the best way to get results. Most people think that one or the other will give them the results they desire, but one without the other is like watching a blu ray disc on a television with too low of an HD rating, you’re wasting your time. Both components must be 1080p/1080i in order to experience 1080p/1080i picture quality. The same can be said about diet and exercise.

The first thing most people do wrong is not intake enough water, and not just when exercising. For both weight loss and muscle building, water is extremely important. Juice and soda contain too much sugar and sodium, which is bad for proper muscle growth, and in the case of most soda, too much caffeine, which slows your metabolism and acts as an appetite suppressant. The other thing people do wrong, especially for weight loss, is that they think they can just lower their portions or eat less meals per day. Eating regularly portioned meals at proper intervals helps regulate your metabolism. And water helps digestion which also helps regulate your metabolism. Diet is probably the most important aspect to weight loss or muscle building. But without exercise, dieting will also show minimal results. And visa versa.

It also helps to do the proper exercises for your particular goals. For those looking to lose weight, exercises that are low load and high repetition for toning are best. Because it helps strengthen the muscle without tearing it like high load bearing exercises would. But it also helps burn calories, which is essentially an energy measurement expressed by how much heat it takes to raise the temperature of a certain quantity of water in degrees Celsius. In the context of nutrition, it is most often kilocalories that are discussed. Which means that a calorie is defined as how much energy it takes to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celcius. So by in-taking calories, you aren’t actually in-taking anything tangible, the calories you consume are measured by how much energy it will take to burn off the energy provided by the food you consumed. So the amount of calories you intake and the amount of calories you burn are one in the same. So it’s actually quite confusing to people to use the word calorie when discussing the amount of food you intake, because a calorie isn’t generated until you use the energy. A calorie does not exist until the energy is generated. And initially there are calories burned during the process of digestion, but it is very minimal. And considering that there are 9 calories in one gram of fat, when the calories are not burned, the more you have, the more fat you will build.

Sorry for the long comment, but it’s just something for those of you reading this blog to consider when purchasing an abdominal belt and planning on sitting on the couch, having a snack (most likely with a “diet” soda lol), and watching tv. Because like i said, your diet and activity level will determine the results you get. Which is why these infomercials always advertise in fine print, “results may vary”. So even these miracle belts that are supposed to allow you to get results by being lazy are limited in their results depending on how you use them.

Just my .02

#80

By Amit Patel

Re: The Flex Belt

Hey thanks for the great information about these belts i am thinking of ordering a belt. I was going to get contour belt but now I am going to order the Flex belt once i get the money. Once i get one i will update with my experience

#81

By Samantha V.

Re: The Flex Belt

I am very interested in the Flex Belt and like many others I have been reaserching the difference between the Contour and the Flex Blet. I have to say the Flex Belt seems to be winning. With that in mind I am a very large woman, 5′2 and 220 pounds, most of the weight in the stomach and thigh area. I really dont want to invest in this product unless I feel the EMS can reach the hidden muscles, beneath all this fat. Has anyone used the Flex Belt with a high percentage of adapose tissue in the abdominal region and have seen visable results? Please share your comments. Thank you.

Thank you Ryan for creating this post, it was very helpful!

#82

By Jon D

Re: The Flex Belt

I quit drinking soda and dropped 30 pounds. And still going.

Now I need some tone. Thanks for the info.

#83

By Michael

Re: The Flex Belt

I’m a physical therapist, and I’m going to contradict the post made by “Frog” above.

While he was correct to state that you can’t hypothetically strengthen one part of the biceps muscle, it IS possible to specifically target and strengthen one’s “lower abs”. The reason is because the terminology “lower abs” generally refers to the transverse abdominus and obliques. One’s “upper abs” typically refers to the superficial rectus abdominus muscle, commonly known as the “six-pack”.

Electromyographic (EMG) studies show that traditional crunches and sit-ups only activate the “upper abs”, and they don’t even do a very good job. Furthermore, the “upper abs” play a very limited role in spine stabilization, especially when compared to the “lower abs”. That means if you’re prone to back pain, crunches/sit-ups are not only NOT strengthening your abdominals much, but you’re likely to cause a flare-up of your back pain due to poor spinal stabilization during the repetitive crunching motion.

Although I’ve never used a Contour or Flexbelt, the science behind electrical stimulation is real, and CONSISTENT use of these belts will strengthen your abdominal musculature. That does NOT mean you will lose belly fat or flabby skin by using these belts. Muscle strengthening and weight loss are two distinct processes. So, if you want to improve abdominal strength and improve your muscle awareness to help prevent back injury, then I’d say YES, it’s probably worth your while to try these belts. If you’re purely looking to lose weight/fat, then you should invest the money in a personal trainer or treadmill, instead.

#84

By Wally B

Re: The Flex Belt

Thank you. I had did the same thing as Rod. I already new ems worked because I had therapy on a muscle knot and that’s what it did to loosen it up. but you have to be careful with stuff like this some might mess up your muscles make them look weird. ( small on one side big on the other.) i’m getting the flex belt

#85

By George T

Re: The Flex Belt

Hi i bought the flex belt 4 weeks ago and let me tell you IT DID WORK,i now have a four pack but you have to be slim and have a low amount of body fat in order for it to work,if you have love handles or a beer belly you will just waste your money. Consider loosing some weight first, and then try it and believe me you will have more tighter toned abs.Oh yeah by the way i use it three times a day(In the morning right after i wake up,in the afternoon,and before i go to bed)

#86

By destin

Re: The Flex Belt

Great info here ,thanks
I was going to buy the belt but I will wait for more results from others who bought one.
Anyways,he reason I got interested in the belt was because just last week I was using small sanding machine.While sanding some wood on the wall I used my abs to push and hold sander in place against the wall. Anyways couple days after and still today I can feel my ab muscules like I have had a workout or something, which I did not. So my thinking is that sanding machine did pass the vibrations to my abs and did act like a workout , sort of like a belt you all talking about.Interesting isnt it?

#87

By likes to kick

Re: The Flex Belt

Are you people THAT lazy? I mean seriously. Get on a healthy diet , cut your calorie and fat intake, stop drinking soda…including diet soda, drink at least 8 glasses of water a day, increase your protein and fiber consumption and finally…. WORKOUT! Your WHOLE body will thank you….incuding your abs.

Stop believing all this other crap.

#88

By Ashley

Re: The Flex Belt

Woo, I just got recently discharged from the USMC with just 2 more weeks away from graduating boot camp and yeah… It sucked because I found out that I was anemic, since I just suddenly blacked out and stopped breathing. But yeah, since then (Back in November) I’ve been told that I can’t be do any type of physical excerises. So, as a result, I’ve started to lose some of the figure I’ve gained through my 11 weeks of basic training.

I literally just ordered the flex belt like 5 minutes ago and I’m HOPING that this works, so when it’s time for me to get back into the military (Yes, I’m crazy enough to go back) after I get medically cleared. I’m hoping that I’ll be in somewhat decent shape for when I hit the road again and start training.

#89

By JC V.

Re: The Flex Belt

My “30 day trial” with the Contour belt is up on January 7th. I’ve had it for almost 3 weeks and have used it about every other day. I did notice very very slight positive results but would rather purchase the flexbelt since it is getting such rave reviews. Thanks for the money saving post!

#90

By Satya

Re: The Flex Belt

I tried flexbelt for two months now. I’m pretty impressed.

#91

By gerry

Re: The Flex Belt

Does anyone know what the exact cost is for this product. Are there batteries involved and if so are they a rechargeable system. How long does it take to recharge. If it uses batteries, how long do the battery charge last, if they are disposable or rechargeable batteries are they included?

Also is there a matrix set up that compares multiple products, actual cost and results?

Thanks!

#92

By Anne

Re: The Flex Belt

I just purchased the FlexBelt. 250.00 with 2 sessions of gel pads. 15.95 for 2 day shipping once order is processed.

I had twins and was put on bedrest 5 years ago. My incision went up and down…over my belly button a few inches. I Have not been able to get my stomach back..with everything I tried. I do sit ups on balls and such and …my lower back aches. I had it operated on and it has been great since then (10 yrs ago). I am going to try this …since having my twins I am not as “on the move” as I was and now have a desk job.

Will report…and take pics of MY before and after to let others see. I went from a 29″ waist to 64″ before giving birth. It is now at 34 …but the stomach muscles need to be stronger….my upper back aches because I have to get the core muscles back into shape.

Stay posted!

#93

By Mike D

Re: The Flex Belt

I was very skeptical of the Contour Abs informercial, having bought a few items from TV ads in the past. I’ve used a TENS unit before for neck and back pain and it does work but in my case it was also too painful to continue for long. Maybe just a defective unit since that seems to be unusual. I plan to try the Flex Belt described by Brian in his blog since it appears to give you a chance to really try it out before committing to purchase.

On a side note, for my back pain I’ve used a Chi massager called the Healthy Swinger. Not only has it helped with my back, it helps both my wife and I to relieve stress and seems to correct the alignment of things along the legs and spine in some way. I was very surprised on my next doctor visit that I’d lost nearly 15 pounds and this was over the holidays. The only change I can think of was the massager which moves your ankles from side to side, that movement goes up your body (like a goldfish swimming) until even your head moves from side to side. Supposedly it’s a lot like a fast walk – all I know is it’s had dual benefits for me.

#94

By jason

Re: The Flex Belt

Great post. EMS is what Bruce Lee used to use as his daily routine and look how ripped he was. EMS WORKS!!!

#95

By Lisa

Re: The Flex Belt

This is a great article! I’m going to try the flex belt. I’m also wondering where one buys a facial EMS unit- like Tree LR’s mother .The searches I did didn’t really say where to get one other than medical ones where a prescription is need and Chinese manufacturers that don’t say a brand name for an EMS unit. Does anyone know of a flex belt type unit for the face? Thanks

#96

By BJBJ

Re: The Flex Belt

I found your site and have been researching these and skeptical since these products came out. I just ordered my flexbelt. I will send you and update in a couple of weeks. I’m convinced that it will work better than the crunches, situps, squats all those excercises that I do weekly and don’t get what I want. Thanks for the site. Looking forward to my smaller jeans again. YEAH!!!!!!!!

#97

By Annie

Re: The Flex Belt

The belt FINALLY arrived on Saturday the 16th. Was delayed because they ran out and items were on back order. It took 3 days for them to email me back and 9 redials to contact someone…..no big deal. Once they told me it was going to be shipped out on the day the items were to come in..it was and at my door 2 days later.

I wanted to use it as soon as I got it…BUT, it has to charge for 3 hours. After that…follow the directions and it is good to go.

I started using it yesterday with 2 sessions for 20 minutes at level 13.

I Can feel it working. When I was done…I was actually tighting my abs on my own. I can beel it..lower and upper. Does go up to level 99….think I am not that fit for that yet.

I had an up and down C-section. My gut is in terrible shape. My twins are 5 and I need to get the gut in shape. Today…..3 sessions for 20 min. at 13. Tomorrow I will go back to 2 sessions. I feel it…in my lower back and my gut…the muscles are tightening…contracting. Feels good! We will see. I took a pic of my before and my measurements. This is the test.

#98

By Laly T.

Re: The Flex Belt

So I’ve heard of this thing many times and I’m going to buy one after my next paycheck just because of this unbiased blog. But that was always my plan as stated in my blog too. But I’m wondering how often do you change your gel pads on them? I know they’re suppose to be changed after 30 sessions, but how LONG is a session? (eg. 30 min/day)

PS- the gel pads aren’t that expensive I know but I want the best “bang for my buck”.