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Vibration plates have become one of the biggest wellness trends, but there's a difference between a tool having potential benefits and being a replacement for exercise.
In this episode, Sandy takes a closer look at whole-body vibration and what the research actually tells us.
You'll learn:
• What whole-body vibration actually does to the body
• How vibration may stimulate involuntary muscle contractions
• What the research suggests about muscle activation and strength
• Potential benefits for balance and stability
• What we know about vibration training and bone health
• Why vibration plates are often marketed for circulation and recovery
• Whether simply standing on a vibration plate is enough
• Why vibration plates shouldn't replace strength training, walking, or other forms of movement
• How to think about vibration plates as a supplement to, not a substitute for, your exercise routine
• Whether a vibration plate may actually deserve a place in your wellness routine
The bottom line? You don't need a vibration plate to be healthy...but it may be a useful tool when it's used for the right reasons.
Wellness Explained
Evidence-based wellness, explained simply.
Hosted by Sandy Jolles, MS, CNS, LDN.
Disclaimer: Wellness Explained is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or replace individualized medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
