For those who are unaware, the Power Plate is the latest fitness craze to target virtually any individual who exercises. The first Power Plate was introduced in 2000 based on the research Russian cosmonauts used in an attempt to prevent bone loss and muscle atrophy while in space. In its first year the Power Plate exceeded over 1000 units sold and is now a piece of equipment found in the most innovative training and rehab facilities nationwide along with many professional sports training centers. The Power Plate is a vibrating platform (size varies) that enables the individual to contract his or her muscle fibers 50% MORE than typical resistance training. While the platform vibrates, muscle fibers are firing and contracting in order to stabilize the individual. Neurologically more nerves are recruited and more muscles are required to work, thus releasing more HGH and allowing an individual to burn more calories. The Power Plate is used to help reduce cellulite by stimulating fat cells and is also used for therapy and massage by simply having the individual place the desired body part on the platform and allowing the vibration to stimulate blood flow to the area. The research is amazing and this is not a fad piece of equipment that will fall into the depths of the thigh master and gazelle. Numerous reputable editorial and television coverage has created a buzz for this amazing piece of equipment and the benefits are endless. Article provided by Scott Keppel CFPT; Owner of Body by Scott Personal Training located in Tempe AZ. Body by Scott does provide consultation and training for the Power Plate.
