Vibration platforms, are also known by a series of other names, such as Power Plates, Whole Body Vibration Machines, and Vibration Plates. Which ever name we use, Whole body vibration has become increasingly popular in the last few years. Amongst other things it is said to improve muscle tone, increase bone density, tighten skin, decrease cellulite, lower blood pressure, improve blood circulation and balance, relieve back pain, headaches and joint pain and help to prevent and treat osteoporosis, osteo-arthritis and incontinence. With such fantastic health benefits, we thought we would review the Vibration platforms that are available on today’s market for home use. Here are our Top 5
The ProForm Activator V7 Vibration Training Machine has the ability to make muscles contract up to 45 times per second, helping to increase bone density, build muscle and increase performance. This power plate has a stabilising unigrip handle, easy to use foot controls, selectable vibration intensity of 25, 30 and 35 hertz, a digital console with 30, 45 and 60 second timer and a slip resistant vibrating platform. It comes with a pair of 30lb adjustable dumbbells and a workout DVD to help you build muscle mass and burn fat quicker.
#4 – Whole Body Vibration Machine Butterfly Shape
This remote controlled Whole Body Vibration Machine Butterfly Shape has an ultra streamline design and its portability makes it easy and convenient for home or office use. It has a good size vibration platforms and 20 speed settings and is Ideal for improving blood flow, relieving numbness, burning fat and toning and tightening skin. Stable running with direct current dynamo motor and a user weight of up to 250lbs.
#3 – Sunny Health & Fitness Crazy Fit Massager
The Sunny Health & Fitness Crazy Fit Massager has 20 speed settings and an extra large console with 3-LED display, so you can track your body fat, speed and time. Not only is it a massager but it’s a weight reduction machine as well. It is well made and quiet, and has 3 built in work out programs, body fat scan and has a user weight of up to 250lbs.
#2 – Sunny Health & Fitness Mini Crazy Fit Bio Shaker
The Sunny Health & Fitness Mini Crazy Fit Bio Shaker is remote controlled and portable so it can be used easily at home or in the office. It has variable speed options and stable running with a direct current dynamo motor. This machine is highly effective for promoting blood circulation and relieving back and joint pain.
#1 – Confidence Slim Full Body Vibration Platforms Fitness Machine
The Confidence Slim Full Body Vibration Platform Fitness Machine is a low impact machine that provides a whole body vibration workout, improves circulation, increases bone density and muscle strength, reduces cellulite and improves general fitness by flexing your muscles with almost no effort. Compact practical and efficient, it comes with built in yoga straps for resistance training. It has a frequency range of 50-60 hertz, speed range of 1-50, platform size 21 x 15 inches, height 48 inches and it has a maximum user weight of 300lbs. Comes with built in wheels for easy positioning. Read more
