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SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-04-02 11:55:49

One day all our work will be appreciated. As this disaster gets closer, and all the "experts" show everyone how useless they really are against such a massive problem. ( pun intended )

 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/news/article.cfm?c_id=2&objectid=11615688
 

 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-04-01 14:12:05

 I was actually involved in the debate right in the beginning of our industry. Only a few companies globally making units. So I can give you the full run down.


The topic.....  Some Fqs might be dangerous. ( short answer is NO ) 

Firstly it was only ever presented as two opposing theories. 

(1) If you match and fqs of internal organs ( where were proposed by certain parties to be between 5 hz - 12 hz .) it may damage them.
(2) Deliberately matching those Fqs caused much wanted and needed simulation to those organs. Hence making them work better. 
 
Neither theory has been proven. But the second came closer. It seems all organs like a bit of simulation, no matter the Fq.  And seeing as organs are not set in concrete, but free floating. We have no idea what they are actually receiving. 

 
But there was another side to the debate I was the only one discussing while everyone was going on about "my Fq is better / safer than yours )  which was this......
 
If in the future we did find out there were fqs we should keep away from. Shouldn't all machines come with engineering reports, loaded and unloaded. So those fqs could be avoided . But with companies like Power Plate deliberately releasing machine with random and fake specs to save money in manufacturing. The industry could end up hurting a lot of people.
 
Side note:   Some Fqs are quite simply really annoying. But no dangerous.
 
Pivotal = approx 15 Hz.

Lineal = anything under 30 hz.         

 
David Posted On:2016-03-31 20:26:08

Were frequencies bellow 30 HZ ever considered harmful?

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-29 21:17:57

 

Yes will be able to give you some good tips about the CV100 .

You know what's so sad about the situation with HyperVibe . I would have helped Murray Seaton built an indestructible unit for free. Just as a professional courtesy.
 

But that was before he started with the highly unethical scaremongering marketing tactics. And attacking my work for no reason. And all the other underhanded stuff that is too long to list. I suppose greed is the root of all evil.    

 

 

 
Deb in Brisbane Posted On:2016-03-29 17:56:07

Lloyd  unit gets delivered this Thursday so will let you know.  Any help you can give with regards to using it is most appreciated.

Regards to the other machine  finally got a tech out today, parts arrived last week, I left the package sealed for tech to open.  He was from a  local company that services Precor, Life Fitness and all of this other companies machines, in spite of my repeatedly being told that they do not have a commercial service contractor.  Another lie.  He still couldnt fix it, they sent a supposedly new mother board which is broken.  He cannot tell me how long this repair will last, he said he has repaired or installed about 10 mother boards in machines over the past couple of months, they keep burning out.  He took the bottom unit to bits, there is no fan at all inside, and the motor does sit on the right, where it has always felt significantly stronger throught the platform.  So still not fixed.  Tech cant understand why they werent contacted in the first place either, especially as he is repairing them for little old ladies and mine is in a business.   Should have got my money back when it was offered but stupid me, I wanted to give them one last chance.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-24 18:14:43
Good. Make sure you email when it arrives.  I have a few bits of info to share with you to get the best out of those units.
 
No surprise with the other company. They are on our blacklist for a reason.
 
Deb in Brisbane Posted On:2016-03-24 17:06:18

Thanks Lloyd, thats about what I thought, which is fine for my little studio.  Ive bought it and theyre delivering it next week, will install it and test it for me and make sure its good to go. Parts and service is very close by too.  Like night and day compared with the lemon I bought previously LOL.  Ah well, live and learn.  Still waiting for it to be fixed by the way ROFLMAO.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-24 15:50:03
Deb..
 
The CV100 is in the same category as a Power Plate. So same kind of results and limitations.
 

They seem to be fine with intermittent use through a day. And results are decent but you have to double up on some poses and be super strict. And also make sure the Fq varies on each workout.  Using 43 hz as your starting and most comfortable setting. 

 
Deb Posted On:2016-03-23 22:52:10

Hi there

an opportunity has arisen to purchase a CV100 demo directly from Cardio Tech at a good price.  Lloyd, I  know you said this machine wouldnt go all day like yours, but that it was decent.  Exactly how many sessions a day would be reasonable for this machine and what sort of results would it give with the Lineal Program

Thanks

 
Di Heap/VibePlus Posted On:2016-03-22 11:43:43

A trainer in Arizona used vibration training to help a 99 year old lady become mobile again and dance at her 100th birthday party. (Excuse the blatant advertising of the company who supplied the machine).

This story isn’t unusual, we see amazing therapy and training results every week; it is however a feel-good story given the circumstances and it shows, again, what can be done to get sedentary people moving again. Movement = Life

http://www.3gcardio.com/blog/2016/03/15/vibration-training-helps-arizona-woman-dance-at-her-100th-birthday-party/

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-11 15:41:34

 Good video to watch in regards to our one sided "convesation "  with a fake VT expert  ..

https://www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/teens-cerebral-palsy-could-benefit-cellulite-fighting-technology-study

Any half decent Pivotal would have given identical results.

Clearly unsuitable units with one parent even stating they need exercise for their hands as well. You can also hear at the end of the video how they are now hoping to in the future be able to make the machines a bit cheaper

I can confirm the teens with cerebral palsy have been told to continue training they must buy a $5,000 unit . And no alternatives are available.

40 teens x $5,000

Makes me sick to my stomach how regular this scam is taking place and how these parasitic acacdemics can keep a straight face during an interview..

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-10 17:11:28

 David.

Yes. But not massage. Actually do a pose but take most of the weight off that foot.

 
David Posted On:2016-03-10 02:20:31

I just twisted my foot, not ankle, is vibration any helpful in healing or removing hematoma in early stages?

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-09 18:41:47

 Just got back into studio. My tech guy had changed something on my email to upgrade it, that was blocking all emails until I did something.

Obviously forgetting I am not always at a computer Am onto it now.

 
Deb Posted On:2016-03-09 13:14:14

HI Di

Its just bounced back again.  Address and hyphen were all correct.  Thats ok he has my email and phone number.

Thanks for your help

 
Di Heap/VibePlus Posted On:2016-03-09 13:04:35

Deb, Lloyds not in the studio but will be later thius afternoon so will get back to you then.

 
Deb Posted On:2016-03-09 12:14:23

Thanks Di

Doesnt seem to have bounced this time

 
Deb Posted On:2016-03-09 12:05:40

Lloyd

Tried again, third time lucky maybe

 
Di Heap/VibePlus Posted On:2016-03-09 11:57:38

Hi Deb, please try again (remember the hyphen, sometimes that’s the problem)

 lloyd@vibra-train.com  

 
Deb Posted On:2016-03-09 08:59:47

Hi Lloyd just tried to email you re my ongoing Hypervibe problem but the email came back undeliverable. Can I post what's going on here or would you rather email

thanks, Fed up in Brisbane

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-08 11:11:43

 David.

 

Yes. Perfectly safe. 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-08 11:09:59
Pat .
 
All good mate. It is what we do.
 

Keep us all posted on your questions, learning curve and progress. .

 
Pat Posted On:2016-03-08 07:31:42

Hi Di and Lloyd. After all your good advice via email I have now bought the used Vibrogym! Without the site and your very helpful input I would have made a mistake and wasted a lot of money and time. Big Thanks again.

 
David Posted On:2016-03-07 10:08:35

In your opinion, would force coming through foam roller putted on mat be safe for upper body?

 
Di Heap/VibePlus Posted On:2016-03-03 11:14:04

Pat

Vibrogym Classic – phone Vibrogym and ask if they know of any secondhand machine available. These are solid steel, older units. The new Vibrogym units don’t have the same force in the vibration.

BodyShaker Junior – I think this is readily available in UK. Bodyshaker has been around forever.

Both lineal movement – remember the two main types, lineal – directly upright (if working properly) and pivotal – up/down side to side with a centre pivot.  Lineal cause a deeper muscle contraction, generally speaking, than pivotal platforms. The down point is that you must put them on a solid floor usually on a dense rubber mat. The room walls can resound the wave as noise – so not suitable for use in an upstairs apartment. Very differently, pivotal machine cause the muscle and any covering fat to shake; that look that you see in videos that is amusing to watch. At higher speeds the shake is still there but the muscle contraction is greater (must be a good quality machine).

For muscle strength I’d go for a medium - high-energy lineal machine always, if you have somewhere to put it – be careful there’s a lot of less force plastic machines, some with known brand names and glossy advertising accompanied by a poster with large number of “every pose you can dream up”.  Go for a solid machine and a simple solid, safety program.

http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/lineal-and-pivotal-safety-programs

I’m not sure what you mean by quickness, acceleration off the mark – we don’t use any built in programs that change the speed etc. You don’t need that – you need a solid machine, solid program.
Note: If using a high-speed pivotal machine you do need to change speed for different positions. You risk damage to shoulders if you do the arm positions on a pivotal at high speed. Also the plank position on a pivotal is murder on shoulders so we turn it around (upper body on the ground)

Remember to eat a meal or a banana before training – the increase in blood sugar is essential to being able to hold perfect position for the full time of each pose. You quickly use up the food (calories) so don’t worry about that.  We have clients that don’t eat enough (lie to us) and they either, obviously can’t hold position, or feel lightheaded.. this applies equally to strong people as well as those who are starting out.

Once you get started, you are welcome to send a short video to me or to Lloyd to pass on to me. I’m happy to sort out any incorrect poses but be aware I won’t be kind. This is the most amazing strength training (tight, lean muscle – not bulk) you can do and it must be done correctly.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-02 23:22:05

 Most rounded shoulder issues are usually from someone overworking their back. Which gains mass a lot faster than pecs ( which take years to develop )

 
I have never seen a push up cause this issue to get worse. Only better.
 

VT relaxes / heats up muscles very quickly. So in your case doing some pec stretches straight after your workout is a good idea.   .

 
David Posted On:2016-03-02 21:16:59

Would safety program be recommended for example for someone with very tight pectorals, that is rounded forward shoulders posture, because you have push up and dip in program that would do even more tightness in front of upper body, at least in standard exercise program without VT.  My question actually is how does WBV deals with imbalances in posture? Do you have any experiences with that? Thanks.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2016-03-02 13:23:34

 Pat....

 
You cant just wind a Pivotal up on the upper body poses.  Your shoulders will not thank you.
 
We learnt this years ago using higher speed Pivotal's in the worlds first Pivotal studio at the other end of my country, and even though companies selling them will tell you otherwise. They don't practice what they preach.
 
But having said that, even at a lower Fq on a Pivotal your muscles undergo quite significant acceleration. Faster than you could move voluntarily.
 

In Europe..... I would personally try to get a second hand VibroGym  Classic. Or a BodyShaker     

 
Pat Posted On:2016-03-02 11:03:25

Again thank you for getting back Di Heap

My goal would be to train both. Quickness is also important, like as in initial acceleration off the mark. I live rural in stand-alone house with good space if needed.

Pat

Ps. Now I know you are going to giggle here – but why can’t arms be used on a pivotal m/c – like in a press up as per the “Pivotal Program > Push Up” on the site

 
Di Heap/VibePlus Posted On:2016-03-02 10:14:46

I need to back up a bit -- A few more questions given your already fit state

Do you plan to train your arms hard, as well as legs? – seems obvious answer but a pivotal machine can’t do this.

Do you live in a stand alone house or an apartment? This limits choice

 
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