They can be effective—but it totally depends on your fitness goals.

There are claims that vibration plates, which offer full-body vibration can help with weight loss and gaining strength. But is this modern piece of exercise equipment too good to be true? Are ...

Whole Body Vibration Machine Q: What is the whole body vibration machine? As a therapy, whole body vibration was explored by Russian scientist Vladimir Nazarov, who tested vibration on astronauts in ...

Proponents of vibration plates claim they may help people burn more fat and build more muscle. However, there is limited research comparing the benefits of exercising on a vibration plate with those ...

NORTHBROOK, Ill., /PRNewswire/ -- At least six independent studies published within the past 10 years have documented the link between whole body vibration and lowered blood pressure. The most recent, ...

Dr. Valerie Cholet is a Professor of Kinesiology. She earned her doctorate at Penn State University and has taught in higher education for over 20 years. Her areas of specialization include Exercise ...

A new study suggests simple vibration therapy can beneficially alter the gut microbiome, and reduce diabetes-related inflammation. The research at this point has only been verified in mouse models, ...

When the elderly can't exercise, stints on a vibrating platform may help older adults become slightly stronger, faster and more agile, according to a small short-term study. Exercise is the best ...

Is whole body vibration just another fitness fad? Source: Flickr Daniel Oines CC BY 2.0 Vibration machines have popped up in gyms alongside traditional equipment, and manufacturers claim ten minutes ...