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The Noblerex K-1 whole body vibration machine is a relatively new technology being used in the health and fitness world. It’s an oscillating platform you stand on that vibrates your entire body at low to medium speeds, and this creates a very efficient, effective, and safe muscle toning workout. These machines are safe and ideal for all ages and fitness levels to use. Also, the vibrations and your consequential muscle contractions not only help you get fit and toned, they increase the production of regenerative and repair hormones, improve blood oxygenation in skin and muscles, improve bone density, improve lymph drainage, burn calories like crazy, increase your metabolism, and more.

Whole body vibration has become a blessing to thousands of people who suffer from conditions such as osteoporosis, neuropathy, rheumatism, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, spinal cord injuries, or muscle atrophy. These people typically can’t perform the same kind of exercises other people can, yet they still need regular exercise to stay fit and healthy. Thanks to these vibration machines, they are able to reap the aforementioned benefits of regular exercise and vibration exercise without damage, pain or fatigue from jarring or exhausting movement.

If you’ve been looking into whole body vibration machines, you may have come across the term “load” before. The load refers to the gravitational force, or pressure, placed on the body while doing certain activities such as walking, jumping, or climbing. With vibration machines, the load placed on the body can be light to quite substantial. This will make a significant difference for your joints, ligaments, organs, even the sensation on your head, when on the machine – especially if you’re a larger than average person wanting to use the machine to improve your health and waistline.

So how can we make sure this type of exercise is as comfortable and safe for you as possible?

With vertical, or linear, vibration machine models, the load impact on the organs, joints, and tendons can be quite high – up to six times your body weight, depending on the machine brand and exercise position. Users with joint or back issues with typically find this to be uncomfortable and even painful, as will some without joint or back issues.

With oscillating, or pivotal, vibration machines, there is a side-alternating contraction placed on your muscles, creating an impact on the body that is approximately 130% of your body weight. This is far less impact on the body compared to running, jumping, climbing steps – even walking! This is truly a unique and advantageous way to exercise for those who need to be aware of the weight placed on their body.

Oscillating vibration trainers are therefore particularly friendly to the elderly and people with physical disabilities. Rather than creating a jarring up and down movement, these machines create a gentle to intense (depending on the level) rocking movement and this reduces the impact on the entire body – again, making it much safer and more comfortable a workout than with linear vibration machines.

If you’re still unsure about what type of vibration machine is right for you or a loved one, try out a linear / vertical vibration machine and a pivotal / oscillating vibration machine at your local gym or home fitness machine store and feel the difference for yourself. You’ll then learn what feels best, not only during your workout, but the day after too!

Lenette Nakauchi specializes in vibration technology, fitness, and therapy using the Noblerex K-1 machine. The Noblerex K-1 is perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels and especially for those who don’t have time to exercise or have a disability. To learn more, please visit the Noblerex K-1 site or call for a free consultation at (800) 518-4272.