The Hype
What is EMS?
EMS stands for electrical muscle stimulation; in training, a device delivers electrical pulses that stimulate muscle contraction. There are electrical impulses in the body that already stimulates muscular contraction, known as "action potential"; however, EMS heightens those contractions, intensifying your workout in a way that your body couldn't do on its own. EMS trai
How will it Benefit you?
EMS promotes a high level of metabolic activity during, and for many hours after, a training session. The higher your metabolism, the better your body will burn fat and build lean muscle mass. For women, EMS training has been proven to reduce the size of common problem areas, such as around the waist, hips and thighs.
Backed by Science
A study published in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning looked into whether or not EMS could help elite athletes gain a performance edge. They concluded that “the analysis shows that trained and elite athletes, despite their already high level of fitness, are able to significantly enhance their level of strength to same extent as is possible with untrained