Tell me more ×
Physical Fitness Stack Exchange is a question and answer site for physical fitness professionals, athletes, trainers, and those providing health-related needs. It's 100% free, no registration required.
up vote 6 down vote favorite

In my gym, there is a vibrating belt present. I haven't seen anyone using that so far in the past two months. Is it not effective in reducing tummy fat? How is this equipment used, for what duration, and what is its effectiveness? Should it be used or not?

share|improve this question

1 Answer

up vote 13 down vote

Vibrating belts are worthless. A crock. A sham. A hoax. A useless, insulting, silly doohickey that should be shunned by all right-thinking people.

It's proper use is to be smashed underfoot or with a sturdy implement such as an ax or crowbar. Destroy it.

Instead, look into proper diet (such as Primal or Paleo eating) and exercise (such as barbells, sprints, and sports).

share|improve this answer
Hi ,Dave Liepmann, Thanks for putting forward the reality of such belts. I think this question must be voted as it could be eye opener for those who would be thinking of using it. – bioinformatician Jun 15 '12 at 5:48
1  
+1 for "smashing with sturdy implement" at least you'd get a good workout that way. – Jaydee Jun 15 '12 at 10:48
@jaydee ...hahaha well said... – bioinformatician Jun 15 '12 at 11:19
2  
To be fair, if you get two people in to one of those shakey-belt machines, things start to get interesting. – Dave Newton Jun 15 '12 at 12:49
3  
-1 It's a hoax because you say so? Why should I believe random guy on the internet? This answer is empty. – michael Jun 15 '12 at 15:07
show 9 more comments

Your Answer

 
discard

By posting your answer, you agree to the privacy policy and terms of service.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.