How well do these work for holding stomach flab in place when you're exercising? I need something that will ease the "jostling stomach pain". Thanks
33430
I lost 200 pounds and have a little extra skin in the stomach area as you can imagine. These don't really support me enough on their own I actually pair them up with another pair of compression shorts. But my main purpose is the compression for my hips so I'm not really focused on the stomach so much but that's where I get my support
33431
They aren't compression shorts, just spandex. They don't help hold anything in place really.
33432
I guess it depends on how much flab you have to hold in. I bought these to use for swim shorts and I think they do pretty well at holding stomach in and thighs look slimmer. Of course the top comes down over some. I bought 2x even though I wear size 18 cause I did not want them so skin tight I couldn't get them on. They work fine.
33433
These are exactly what you want. Hold in the flab and are so comfortable you won't even know you have them on!
33434
not at all. this is what I was expecting when I bought it, but alas, no go with these...sorry.
261649
Same here, but I do notice a difference in the waistline of my pants and I'm trying to keep my abs tight every second I'm doing the work out. As long as I can see the results I don't care about feeling the "burn"!
1597051
I have found that they slowly slip out if i am jogging. If I am just lifting they remained in place. I also make sure to wipe any sweat off after use to prevent issues.
960508
Ah ............ Yes! ..... in my case, definitely! I had this issue in both heels/feet for quite a long time and I tried several things for relief. After a PT told me about the balls, I ordered them and they have made a world of difference. Now, I use them only when I feel a "tinge" of returning discomfort, and they remedy the issue right away. I would try them and I would guess that you will be very happy with the results.
2271361
Whatever gives you the best balance works fine. Be resourceful. You can do all sorts f of exercises using this arch. Any time you want your butt higher than your head. I put the arch under my butt on a bed and raise my legs straight up - a lot easier than without. You can stay in that position indefinitely because you are balanced. If you strain to do sit ups, but the back arch behind you on the floor. It keeps you from putting too much pressure on the lumbar spine. Use it under one side of your waist when you do leg lifts for max effect. Lie over it on your tummy and do leg lifts to strengthen the butt and lower back. Use it to work on your core with your butt on the arch. To find the right stretch for your back you have to shift the arch up and down until you find the sweet spot. RELAX there for several minutes. It may feel uncomfortable or even hurt a little at first. RElax, hands at sides. Then you may feel your back adjust and at the same time the ache subside. If it is too painful use a pillow under your head at first. You will need to do this several times a day if you have back muscle cramps. The stretching pulls out the cramped muscles but they will cramp up again. Keep at it and the cramped muscles gradually subside. I had back pain and stiffness for years despite PT. This (and other style arches of no more than 3 inches) reversed chronic pain. Now I dance and exercise to keep my back pain free.
297588
I have zero issues with them staying on. No problems with squats, dead-lifts, decline bench, running, or even burpees. Your ears do definitely get hot though. I just pop them off between sets and wipe the ear cups every now and then. Just takes a couple seconds and the sound is definitely worth the hassle.
242039
Don't think that would be a problem as your stomach acid will break that down. Eating, talking can loosen them. Crest came out with the stronger adhesive. They really stay in place. I haven't seen them in retail yet. Amazon has some.
1784293
People always say it's ONLY after weight and that you'll gain it back. But this is not all together true. Sweat generation while working out is a direct correlation with heat build up AND energy dissipation. So, in the end you do --with consistency drop both water weight AND mass weight. If you're amenable to something even better (it's what I do) use Albolene (way less expensive, but just as effective -- though Sweet Sweat gives off larger sweat globs), atop that use plastic wrap/saran wrap, THEN the waist belt, then I put on a long sleeve T before I wear a Kutting weight shirt (sold on Amazon - go 2 sizes above your normal size). I later added the Kutting weight pants too(again go 2-3 pant sizes up). Now do 10-15 min intensive cardio, then take a 15 min walk. You will not believe what you'll see sweat-wise. Do it 3-4 times a week for 2 months and you'll come back to thank me later. The Kuttting weight products are a bit steep for price but absolutely worth every cent. The waist belt (and Kutting weight products)is made of neoprene/velcro material. They're meant to trap body heat. Now, you stomach area has the poorest blood supply in the body thus easier for the gut to store fat since poor circulation guarantees less fuel burnt in that area during exercise.By trapping the heat in that area, your body is forced to compensate by causing the vessels to dilate, more blood to flow to get rid of that heat with the accompanying generation of sweat to cool down that area. Your body is now "forced" into using those fat stored in the "love handles" which it had been storing up.So yes, calories are burning, water is being shed, and weight is slowly but surly being lost AT a faster rate. Finally, factor in food consumption too. Less fast/junk foods the faster to reaching your goal. Hope this helped.
617198
without a doubt. They are also helpful on a somewhat slippery hardwood floor- my situation- when doing burpees.
170554
Jennifer! I use after postpartum girdle and feel that it has helped me regain some form. Follow a diet too! but at least I have waist again.
296020
I am partially paralyzed and use these to build up strength with leg exercises. They're kind of 'poofy' but you CAN cinch them pretty tightly with the velcro straps so they dont slide up and down. They're larger and bulkier than ankle weights which are a pre-set weight though. I think for running or walking I'd prefer something a bit more sleek. These are perfect for my stationary exercises, but I don't think I'd choose them for running.Just my personal preference. Hope this helps!
500630
The bands u c really do support the muscle area and sort of stabilizes them so that that u can get the maximum workout. I have two pairs of these, the other pair has the bands that criss cross right above the knee area where I tend to have arthritis problems, they help support that area. The pants shown I use for daily running as they support my tight hamstrings which assists in keeping me from reinjuring that area. They come with directions on how u are to put them on in order that one places the bands correctly on the leg. Well worth the $$$.
1521244
Not bad, not great. I've been alternating between light jogging and fast walking and for that they work pretty good. However I find that I have to readjust them every couple of minutes because they don't stay as deep in my ear as I'd like. To be fair, I have always had a problem with finding earbuds that fit my ears well, so you may not have that problem. I've only had them actually fall out of my ear once though, so I think that's pretty good.
489182
Yes, it's working for me. I run everyday and was looking for items to help target my midsection. I read the other customer reviews and decided to try it. The belt is extremely well made. None of the seams or velcro are coming loose, and I've been using it each day for a few months. And it does exactly what it's supposed to do. Running, when wearing the belt, my midsection begins to sweat before any other area. The belt absorbs all of the sweat, it doesn't drip or soak through. Also, it dries very quickly. I get better results wearing the Ab Belt versus not. Hope that helps.
914872
Very useful for arm strengthening. I watch TV as I spin. It's great to get your waist line back and reduce the tummy. I've lost 20 pounds since I started twisting. My husband keeps one in his office and uses it often. Highly recommend and give as gifts to your friends and family!!!
1119548
I'm search "Monster Powerbeats" and cannot find it to help answer your question, but I will say, for years I have been trying and search earbuds that won't fall out of ears while exercising and not causing back of ear pain....this is the best! It stays in place!!!! And the sound quality is true what they say :) Good Luck.
1381713
It does what it supposed to do, you can feel you and contracting with higher settings; does it help losing belly fat? Maybe it contributes about 10% at most; I feel that sit ups are more effective. It's an individual case though, it can work much better for you. Bottom line the product is good; I have had it for a long time now; it's of good quality and does work