New machine from Bodyshaker

As announced by Lloyd some time ago, one physio in collaboration with one major European company have been working on developing a machine that include vibration hand bars. And that is exactly what we were involved in for past, almost two years from initial idea until working commercial machine is produced. First pictures of it you can find on:

http://www.dobrevibracije.hr/#

Not to go in details, it is sufficient to say that all of us included in this project have had some serious headache and sleepless nights to report, that are  probably integral part of any project such as this one. But, looking on end result, and seeing my customers exercising on it, all the effort is well worth it.

Also, a passion in people from Bodyshaker, their determination to improve existing design, and work with physio from some small country with crazy idea, is something that can not be bought. Thanks guys. Hope this investment of yours will prove to be excellent one.

The new design is allowing us more specific workout for our athletes, as well as easier exercising for sedentary patients. It also provide an opportunity to treat some of disorders of shoulder grid. I know that is something usual for you guys in NZ, since you have Vibra-train, but it is something completely new for all the rest of us.

In addition, We opened new, now third, vibration studio in our city. This one is integral part of my physiotherapy clinic, which means more patients will benefit from this technology.

As always, I have to thank you all here, for answering my questions,and being there for support. Especially thanks to you Lloyd. Without your help, none of this would be possible.

Ref Globus vibration machines

Please take a look at my blog - http://physioplate.blogspot.fr -  before you decide which machine you want to buy.

As you can read I have and still have big problems with my expensive machine  Euro  4 900 from Globus because

they do not noy have a after sale service in at least France.

If I had known that Globus does not offer any sales service,ex reperation I had never bought a machine from Globus.

My New Article – Advice to Vibration Training Instructors Part 1 - Get Tough!

http://www.vibeplus.com/2012/06/11/advice-to-vibration-training-instructors-get-tough-part-1/

Respected Sir,

I wish that you compare the OTO flabelos with yours as the manufacturer is claiming that its the ulitimate whole body virbration machine. Many people are buying this brand and they are giving powerful feedback

Regards,

nishal

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvixUS0F9eg

This is your own full plank video on youtube. The young lady in the video has at least 25 degrees or so of bend at the hips. Look at her back - it's parallel to the floor. The difference between doing it that way and the way I tried it (no bend at hips, and 110 degrees at the shoulder) is about 10X in intensity. That's what I meant - I can't do it that way and not contract the abs. I can barely do it that way at all. Doing it the way shown in the video is fairly easy but I wonder if it is working the abs enough. I also wonder if its similar enough since I reckon your machine is at least 6" - 1 foot higher off the floor than mine.

I was doing it earlier with straight body and 90 degrees at the shoulder; I see now that this was incorrect per the video. It does work the abs but not much difference from what's in the video.

I did not mean to imply that everyone should try the pose that I described. Anyway I would probably not classify it as vibration training, it's more therapy than training I would say. I'd say if someone were much larger than I am (I weigh 225) they might need help doing it or maybe just avoid it altogether. It has definitely done a world of good for my back pain though.

It is interesting how some poses seem to help some people with problems but don't help others and other poses help those others with the same or similar problems. For instance I had been doing the plank for a while and while it seems to strengthen my core a bit it did little for my back problems. In point of fact I was re-watching the plank and mini-plank videos on here and I was doing it a bit differently than you guys (my body was in a straight line not bent at the hips like you guys) and when I tried it the way you show I don't feel it as much is the abs area especially when I do as Lloyd said and relax my abs (which I can't do if my body is straight like I was doing before). I also tried doing it with the 110 degree arm angle and my body straight and that was really hard! Like I can only do 15 seconds and it made me sore! I almost feel like I might be on to something there. So I was wondering - is the plank supposed to be really difficult, and if so, how can you do it with relaxed abs?

I also have a Wave machine which is a bit different than the machine in the video - I think the platform's a bit lower to the ground - which may change things up a bit. How to deal with that?

I hope that all hotel gyms will soon have vibration machines. I have a sore back from traveling and then walking a lot. I could cure it in 3 minutes if the technology was available.  3 x 60 second squats or a 3 minute therapy back massage = relaxed lower back.  As long as the machine is quality ( won't break down in 3 months) the brand name or type - pivotal or lineal really doesn't matter for this type of use - therapy / mild training.

Hi  I am answering to your thread on Trade Me for 10 Fibro Sufferers to come to the CBD

This is phenomenal news from Lloyd.  I agree that trust must lead the way.  I also think it is great to name and shame publicly the con artists along with the "brought and paid for" researchers. 

John T. Weatherly

I do NOT recommend anyone copying the position that MikeM is using to give relief from piriformis or sciatic pain. Unless you are working with a Physical Therapist who recommends it - in my opinion the risks outweigh the benefits!

The IVTRB has given (free of charge) a SAFE, EFFECTIVE program that gives results of increased strength and more, along with dealing with many of the common body imbalances, and aches and pains. Here’s a link to a poster that shows the Safety Program.  It’s essential to be in exact, perfect position and as simple as the poses look, they take some time to master (even in studios with an instructor) so follow the instructions carefully; getting someone to watch over you is helpful.

The Poster showing the Poses: http://www.vibeplus.com/2011/04/12/safety-program-for-use-with-lineal-vibration-machines/

Step by Step Instructions: http://howigetfit.com/2011/04/09/the-ivtrb-lineal-vibration-machine-safety-program/

Mike M.

You are benefitting from the targeted vibration along with the stretch that you would do anyway.  In my opinion, too much risk of twisting suddenly or moving in a jerking rather than smooth motion – but its working for you.

Do you do the Full Plank – exactly as the on the IVTRB poster? – I mean totally, exactly; not like on the floor with the arms flat and body over shoulders But with arms angled forward and up with fingers interlocked, body (plank) back with feet heels back ; underarm to body angle of 110 degrees

I started Vibration Training with piriformis syndrome/medial glutes injury that gave pain right down my whole leg to ankle, unable to sit in car for more than 10 mins, unable to sleep on that side.  The Full Plank position, followed by the gentle forward stretch (with mat on platform), fixed it – it took a while, about 6 weeks which is quite long time but I’d had Osteopath and Physio treatment for a year with no real results.  Very safe and very effective.

Now I do the Full Plank just once a week to stretch the glutes/hip area, and do the Mini- Plank (knees on floor,trunk stretched out) twice a week.  The Mini-Plank is very effective at pulling the tummy in.

I have recently discovered a new movement or position which has helped my back problem. I'll try to describe it as best I can. I think I saw a clip showing it on youtube but I can't seem to find it again so maybe I'm wrong. It is for anyone who (like me) has piriformis syndrome, sciatica, or other lower back problems caused by hamstring or hip problems. It is a variation on a stretch I used to do for it with some success but vibration seems to make it work so much better (for me) that the result has amazed me. Any way here goes:

Facing toward the vibration platform, turn right 90 degrees (to do the right hip). Cross the right leg in front of the left and rest it on the platform while standing on the floor with the left foot. Hold onto something to keep your balance. While the machine runs (I prefer a low speed on lineal like 30 Hz or the highest setting on a cheap pivotal) lean some weight onto the platform and bend both legs which is kind of a sideways lunge/squat (legs crossed). You will feel the right hip opening up with a good stretch in the hip and piriformis area. You may only be able to go down a few inches and you may only be able to rest the outer edge of your foot on the platform. This is a dynamic move - go up and down with it.

You can substitute the left side for right when you want to switch sides - turn left 90 degrees and cross the left leg in front of the right.

This move plus straight lunges has my back feeling the best it has in years.

Ward

A Vibration Training studio can request you ask your doctor to approve using the Vibration Machine.  It is recommended to check with a medical person before beginning any new form of exercise.

Your doctor might not know much about Vibration exercise but he knows you, will check you are well, and can recommend light exercise or regular training.

The staff at the studio need to know about your current health – tell them if you are taking any medication to control epilepsy or if you are completely better.  You haven’t told us your age, weight, current fitness level, any high or low blood pressure – the trainer will talk to you about all that.

It is unlikely that vibration would affect you – just a few people get headache or dizzy feeling.  Make sure you eat before your session and also that you’ve had water/ adequate hydration. This gives you a raised level of blood sugar = energy for your workout, and helps prevent any dizzy feeling.

Once you have the doctor’s note if the studio accepts you, they will start you off gently and progress to harder exercise when you are used to the motion of the machines.

why if I suffered from epilepsy in the past ie last fit was at least 2005 I was told that I needed to get a doctors note to say that I can use the vibration plate   can using the plate bring on an epileptic fit

Thianks Lloyd.  Looking forward to the 10 year results in 2016.  I have always felt the anti-aging or older crowd was the biggest market for vibration training even if it does not stop gray hair.

John T. Weatherly

Good am. New to the forum and the world of vibration training and exercise. I am looking for a nonbiased opinion on the

Confidence Slim Full Body Vibration Platform Fitness Machine

Please advise. I am looking for in use only for my family.