EMS Training
What is EMS Training?
Electric Muscle Stimulation Training (EMS) is a concept used by European athletes for decades now gaining popularity in the US. The method uses electricity to contract muscles allowing for muscle stimulation without weight on the joints. Low and mid frequencies penetrate the muscle up to 30% deeper than traditional weight training providing athletes with a competitive edge. This next generation dry suit contains 20 silicone stimulation pads covering 10 separate muscle groups. Each is adjustable to individual tolerance allowing for training of all ages and levels of fitness. By contracting multiple muscle groups simultaneously, a 20-minute workout provides the same benefit as hours in the gym. While original EMS technology required a wet suit and a wired connection, Vision Body’s Next Generation technology is a dry suit and wire free allowing for more freedom of movement.
Why do I need an EMS Coach?
An EMS Coach is there to monitor frequency levels throughout your workout and assure proper form for your exercises. Self-guided training will be available only for those experienced in EMS training.
Can I work out with a friend?
Yes. Partner workouts provide a discount of 50% for the second person attending if the workout is done together.
Do have to purchase the EMS suit?
No. We have suits in every size. Suit rental is $10 per session and is discounted with package purchases. We also offer suits and VB Power Pants for purchase and will soon be a wholesaler of the Vision Body Systems.
Do I wear anything under the suit?
No. Best results are seen without any undergarments to ensure the silicone pads have direct contact to the skin. We do offer paper thong underwear if requested.
What if I have reservations about the electricity?
This is why we start with a discounted Suit Fitting and Demo to allow you to find the right size suit and try the low level stimulation and a mini workout.
What are the Contraindications for using EMS?
A complete list is offered on the Vision Body app which you will review and sign before every session. Contraindications include pregnancy, Cardiovascular diseases, cardiac arrhythmias, or stents active less than 6 months, Pacemakers and electrical implants, Cancer or tumors, Acute Arthritis, Respiratory diseases, Untreated High Blood Pressure, Thrombosis and thrombophlebitis, Atherosclerosis, blood circulation problems, or bleeding disorders, Serious forms of diabetes mellitus, Neurological diseases and epilepsy and multiple sclerosis or – muscular dystrophy, Internal organ diseases including kidney disease, Progressive muscular dystrophy, Abdominal and inguinal hernias, Undiagnosed back pain, Metabolic diseases, serious autoimmune diseases and bacterial infections. We require doctor approval for any operations in the last six months. If you have epilepsy, you must go 12 months without any attacks before doing EMS training. You must check with a physician first.
How long is an EMS Training Session?
Sessions are booked for 30 minutes “on the mat” with your Coach to allow time for setting frequency levels, a 20-minute full body workout on the mat and 5-minute cool down. Extended sessions with the added EMS Cool Down Massage require are booked for 45 minutes “on the mat.” We do highly recommend the added cooldown for new EMS users. We expect all clients to arrive in the center 15 minutes prior to their scheduled time on the mat for proper warm up.
How often should I do EMS Training
With the low frequency of wireless EMS, you can train up to three times per week; however, we suggest one to two sessions weekly. If you are incorporating EMS as an addition to your personal workout or activity routine, we suggest weekly session is sufficient. For expedited results or for those without any other activity, we suggest two sessions per week to start. Discounts up to 15% are available for packages of 6, 12 and 18.
What do I need to do before my First EMS Session?
Prior to your First EMS Session, download the Vision Body app on your phone, register and review the contraindications in detail. Contact your EMS Coach or any CRYO850 staff with any questions or concerns. You should also complete a paper EMS Waiver and our EMS Medical Questionnaire prior to your first session. It is highly important that you are well rested and hydrated for EMS training. Drink twice your normal water intake and get a good night’s sleep. We ask that you refrain from alcohol the day before your training. You will also need to know your suit size or purchase your own EMS suit for your session. We suggest arriving 30 minutes early for your first session instead of 15 minutes to allow time to review initial paperwork.
What does a typical EMS Session entail?
We ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior your scheduled time on the mat to allow time for changing and warm up. Check in at the front desk and sign out an EMS suit if you have not purchased your own. Change into your EMS suit and head to our Performance Lab for 5 minutes in our Infrared Sauna where you can also bring up your Vision Body profile and accept the waiver terms (required before each session). Once warm, get your blood flowing with 5 minutes on the stationary bike, running in place, or a jog around the building. Once on the mat, your coach will give you an EMS battery pack and log you into our EMS system. Your coach will set your initial frequency levels and explain the exercises for your 20-minute full body workout. Your workout will end with a quick 5-minute cool down or you ay extend your session with an EMS Massage. Upon completion on the mat, give your EMS coach your battery pack and remove your EMS suit. If the suit is not your own, please place it in the laundry bin in the EMS customer bathroom.
What do you suggest for recovery after the session?
The most important thing is WATER. There is a long list of Hyper Wellness services available inside the CRYO850 center for expedited recovery. for use after your workout. We do suggest you go light on any additional workout the day of or after your EMS training.
