I follow the directions that came with this device and online advice to the letter, but I still keep straining my ab muscles. Any advice?
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Yes . When you use it start slow and short. Let the ab wheel bring you back. It took me about 2 weeks until I went all the way out. Also remember to keep your ab muscles as tight as you can. Hope this helps , if you have any more questions please ask
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Your ab muscles have never been engaged in this kind of activity before. If you continue to use the device, your muscles become stronger and the pain will eventually go away. Just keep on using it.
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If you mean your abbs hurt after, they will. Even after weeks of using it mine hurt. They hurt less if I use it to roll left or right instead of straight ahead. Also not rolling out as far will help, though rolling out the full length is what works the muscles. Hope this helps. Feel free to ask anything else.
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@ Feurkatz. please do not bother with this. I too wanted to eliminate sag but this is NOT, by any means, in any way, the answer! It does NOT work....not immediately, not ever also. If you want something temporary maybe look for caffeine containing creams, or what is called "lifting" creams, which aren't that great either but certainly a whole lot better than this. Then, put the cream on with a wrap purchased from a local drugstore that is used for ankles -- the material is actually better than the Lus one for skin anyway. But honestly, it's silly of anyone to think this mask would work, and I can tell you for sure it did not on me or anyone! @ Feurkatz. please do not bother with this. I too wanted to eliminate sag but this is NOT, by any means, in any way, the answer! It does NOT work....not immediately, not ever also. If you want something temporary maybe look for caffeine containing creams, or what is called "lifting" creams, which aren't that great either but certainly a whole lot better than this. Then, put the cream on with a wrap purchased from a local drugstore that is used for ankles -- the material is actually better than the Lus one for skin anyway. But honestly, it's silly of anyone to think this mask would... » Read More @ Feurkatz. please do not bother with this. I too wanted to eliminate sag but this is NOT, by any means, in any way, the answer! It does NOT work....not immediately, not ever also. If you want something temporary maybe look for caffeine containing creams, or what is called "lifting" creams, which aren't that great either but certainly a whole lot better than this. Then, put the cream on with a wrap purchased from a local drugstore that is used for ankles -- the material is actually better than the Lus one for skin anyway. But honestly, it's silly of anyone to think this mask would work, and I can tell you for sure it did not on me or anyone! « Show Less
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I've had consistent results one after another. Make sure the tiles (if any) are level, and maker sure you're putting your body weight the same way on your feet every time. Leaning forward or backward may change the result.
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It will help if used daily. Get an ab belt back support. They really shed the pooch and cost around 12 dollars. I wear mine all day and noticed I'm slimmer. Doing ab workout would be beneficial too. Don't rely on one thing to solve the problem.
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April, when i first got it i had problems connecting, what i found out it was the timing on my part. i cannot recall exactly what sequence i was having problems with but i recall not pressing something long enough to get the next step to come up, i was rushing. go through the steps again slowly and pay attention to how you do each step. Deep breaths and persistance. It will pay off.
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make sure the pads are connected properly. When you increase the the amount of the current it will "tighten" you muscle and actually draws your bottom up, I only use it when I'm laying down watching T.V. I found that I've had to change the pads more often then was implied on the comment section, but I do move the pads over a little prior to finally switching them for new ones. What I mean is where the indentation is on the pad, I move it over enough that there is a fresh part of the pad to have connection. if you still feel like you are feeling "zapped" or like there are needle poking you, get new pads. make sure the pads are connected properly. When you increase the the amount of the current it will "tighten" you muscle and actually draws your bottom up, I only use it when I'm laying down watching T.V. I found that I've had to change the pads more often then was implied on the comment section, but I do move the pads over a little prior to finally switching them for new ones. What I mean is where the indentation is on the pad, I move it over enough that there is a fresh part of the pad to have connection. if you still feel like you are feeling "zapped" or like there are... » Read More make sure the pads are connected properly. When you increase the the amount of the current it will "tighten" you muscle and actually draws your bottom up, I only use it when I'm laying down watching T.V. I found that I've had to change the pads more often then was implied on the comment section, but I do move the pads over a little prior to finally switching them for new ones. What I mean is where the indentation is on the pad, I move it over enough that there is a fresh part of the pad to have connection. if you still feel like you are feeling "zapped" or like there are needle poking you, get new pads. « Show Less
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Check that rubber band is on properly. Make sure that the facial flex is not in your mouth, but placed in the corners of your mouth with wider side inside the mouth. You should only have to contract using your jawline muscles, if it doesn't fully extend back to the original position, you may have a defective unit. I had one that did no slide smoothly, as though it needed lubrication. I would order another one and send that back. I must say that except for the one faulty one I received, facial flex has kept my jawline in check for over ten years. It's like any exercised muscle you have to be consistent and increase reps to see and maintain results. Check that rubber band is on properly. Make sure that the facial flex is not in your mouth, but placed in the corners of your mouth with wider side inside the mouth. You should only have to contract using your jawline muscles, if it doesn't fully extend back to the original position, you may have a defective unit. I had one that did no slide smoothly, as though it needed lubrication. I would order another one and send that back. I must say that except for the one faulty one I received, facial flex has kept my jawline in check for over ten years. It's like any exercised muscle you have... » Read More Check that rubber band is on properly. Make sure that the facial flex is not in your mouth, but placed in the corners of your mouth with wider side inside the mouth. You should only have to contract using your jawline muscles, if it doesn't fully extend back to the original position, you may have a defective unit. I had one that did no slide smoothly, as though it needed lubrication. I would order another one and send that back. I must say that except for the one faulty one I received, facial flex has kept my jawline in check for over ten years. It's like any exercised muscle you have to be consistent and increase reps to see and maintain results. « Show Less
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I didn't get instructions, but the best thing to do is go on Youtube and do a search and see what training you can do with this. Usually it loosens you up.
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I felt the exact same way. I tried lowering the belt lower than the manual recommended and began to feel more in the middle. Also strapping it down tighter and gettign up to the max volts helped. It's not defective, but I don't believe we feel it in our middle abs as much because those are typically stronger than the sides.
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Try putting it upside down on a simmering pot of water. I had to do it several times and there was still a little curl which my husband then curled backward, it now works like it's supposed to.
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Back rest is just for looks. I got this because I roll back and forth a lot between several work stations and the exercise ball alone just didn't do that well enough. I thought the back might help as i moved back and forth. Not. This system doesn't quite do the trick however....it does still force me to have good posture hence use my abs...which was the goal.
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never heard shorts before..i got ab belt & arms...awesome* but make sure you place the checkered side in the arrowed placement,try to hold the edge down with thumb while peeling off the gel cover.Put the shorts or wat have u on your skin placement....use time you want...when done* it will be warm stuck to your skin ALWAYS HOLD IN PLACE TO SHORTS WITH THUMB or fingers peel away from skin slowly,so after each use place plastic cover back on gelpad....each time after the use they should stay in place.but remember to secure edge with finger to shorts peel slowly
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I purchased the blue power breathe and have found it more than adequate for my needs. Begin using the device at its lowest setting and work the resistance up from there. As a large, reasonably fit man, I have not come close to maxing out the resistance on the device. Hope this helps!
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I didn't have a problem other than being the first use, it was a little difficult. Once I clicked it into place and even changed the bracelet..it worked fine. Hope this was helpful. I love the vivofit as a whole.
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Yes for sure. You can do just a slight angle which I recommend to start with. I started at a pretty good angle and it made my legs really sore. I think I stretched the muslces out too far too fast. Believe it or not, just a slight angle for just 30-40 seconds does have an effect. You may not feel it right away but trust me, it's working!!!! I found that out the hard way! Hope this helps.
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I Love this machine. Does it work? It depends if you use it consistently. I feel great when I use it. I typically do squats, ab twists and air boxing to get a total body workout. Last week I actually was on with my weights. I do not regret getting this machine but give it your best and I believe it will be good to your body :)
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I don't think you're doing anything wrong- I have 2 of these abs they are totally ineffective. All bugs ( big & small) are still very much happily there & I am very disappointed with the product.