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what’s ems

definition

EMS Stands for Electro Muscle Stimulation. EMS activates over 90% of all your muscle fibres at once allowing us to train the entire body in just 20 minutes. It is a highly effective and time efficient training method that only needs to be done only once or twice a week to see the results.

The science behind EMS is not new. It has been used for decades in the rehabilitation, sports medicine and pro-athletic sports. Now it’s time for you to experience the benefits of EMS for yourself.

Contracted Muscle Relaxed Muscle

HOW IT WORKS

EXPLAINED

EMS training uses the power of electrical impulses to enhance muscle contractions, replicating the natural signals sent by the brain to the muscles.

When you perform traditional exercise, your brain sends electrical impulses to your muscle fibers to contract and create movement. EMS training amplifies this process by delivering these impulses directly to the muscles. During the training session, you wear a specially designed EMS vest and straps that are equipped with strategically placed electrodes that are connected to the EMS device.

The EMS device sends low-frequency electrical impulses through the electrodes and into your muscles. These impulses mimic the electrical signals that your body’s nervous system naturally generates to stimulate involuntary muscle contractions. So, instead of the signals coming from the brain to the muscles, the signals are coming from the device.

These contractions work on both the slow twitch and fast twitch muscle fibers, providing a comprehensive workout in a short amount of time.

This innovative approach not only improve muscle strength, endurance, and overall efficiency, but also aids in muscle recovery and rehabilitation, making it a versatile tool for various fitness levels and goals.

studies about ems
Spinal Cord Muscle Stimulation EMS Impulse Transmission of excitation Excitation Motornerve B r a i n

the journey of ems

discovery to fitness

Many believe EMS is a new trend, but its roots go back decades. First discovered in the early 18th century and initially used in medical rehabilitation, EMS has evolved into a powerful fitness tool. Over the years, it has been refined and adapted, now offering efficient training that delivers fast and effective results. Today, EMS is transforming the way we approach fitness, blending science with cutting-edge technology.

  • 1780

    Proof of excitability of muscle tissue via electrical stimulation using experimentation with frog legs.

  • 1960

    Development of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) and TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation).

  • 1971

    Russian athletes produced 30-40% max. force gains in experiments (KOTS). Rumors about US athletes using EMS for higher performance levels.

  • since 1972

    EMS is an officially legal training method & fine for Olympic Sports (no doping according to I.O.C.). From then on it started to be used in physiotherapy performance sports.

  • 2003

    Market launch of the first whole body EMS system in the fitness and sports area.

  • 2018

    BodyPulse opened its first location in Kitsilano, Vancouver.

  • 2021

    BodyPulse opened its second location in West Vancouver.

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Suyin
This form of training has really helped my body tone and strength that I couldn’t just feel from the gym.

As I got older, I realized taking care of yourself is a damn responsibility. Not easy but mandatory. Three years ago, I was my heaviest and stayed there for a while. Dumb decisions, stress eating, etc.
The lovely people at BodyPulse have helped me not only look better but feel better. They offer EMS training which is totally not like your average workout. 20 minutes you’re in and then done. They kill it every single time and you feel drained and energized all at once. I go once a week & then gym 1-2x a week. This form of training has really helped my body tone and strength that I couldn’t just feel from the gym. You may think I’m talking a whole load of BS, trust me – I thought that too when I did the intro session. I took 3 weeks off after it and I knew I felt different. So, I went back and have been hooked ever since. I’m almost 30 sessions in and I couldn’t be more proud of myself for the dedication, and of the BodyPulse team for kicking my ass the right way. And also letting me be able to indulge in my bubble tea!

”Go for an intro session! Your ass (no, literally) will thank me.”

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Jess
It’s hard to believe I am feeling stronger and already seeing a physical change in such a short period of time—I’m even comfortably back in my pre-pregnancy jeans!

Image 1: 14 weeks postpartum before Session 1
Image 2: 20 weeks postpartum before Session 7.
When BodyPulse told me I would only have to come once a week for 20 minutes to start seeing results with BodyPulse, I was sceptical, but definitely on board!
You see, I just had a baby in, and while I dropped most of my pregnancy weight quite quickly, the endless hours of sitting to breastfeed had left me feeling softer than usual.
The idea that I would not have to spend 4-5x a week in the gym to strengthen and tone my postpartum body immediately eased my mind— and after just six 20 minute sessions (they’re so short that my daughter hangs out and watches without a fuss) I am so happy with the results I’ve seen thus far.
It’s hard to believe I am feeling stronger and already seeing a physical change in such a short period of time—i’m even comfortably back in my pre-pregnancy jeans! Looking forward to what the next 5 sessions hold for me and my postpartum body’s journey.

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Lucy
I walk out of the studio feeling like I just spent 2 hours at the gym but without feeling beat up!

The staff at Body Pulse are awesome and very knowledgeable.

As an entrepreneur I was finding I had less time to get to the gym and complete my normal training routines. I’ve gone from a full body strength and cardio program 5 days a week to two 20 minute EMS sessions at BodyPulse and I walk out of the studio feeling like I just spent 2 hours at the gym but without feeling beat up! It’s a foreign feeling to have only my muscles sore and no accompanying joint pain. When I do have time to get to the gym or drop into a group training class I’ve noticed that I haven’t lost any of my muscular strength, and my muscular power and endurance actually feel like they’re improving each time. It’s really exciting!

The staff at Body Pulse are awesome and very knowledgeable. They are 100% engaged in every session and are able to customize the intensity and the movements to cater to your goals and how your body feels on that specific day.

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Angela
I’ve noticed obvious results on my abs, butt, and general strength after 5 sessions and I did not hesitate to sign up for more.

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Charlotte
I not only lose weight and inches off my body, but I was able to heal my shoulder and lower back pain too.

I immediately felt comfortable and at home when I stepped foot into BodyPulse. I shared my weight loss goals and they helped me stay on track with my once a week sessions. I not only lost weight and inches off my body, but I was able to heal my shoulder and lower back pain too.

BEFORE-AFTER

Hear it from Janelle
Never in my LIFE have I done a workout that is this effective, and I’ve pretty well tried it all. I’m addicted to the burn!

I’m addicted to the burn!

Trust me, I couldn’t believe it either. Never in my LIFE have I done a workout that is this effective, and ive pretty well tried it all.

As a hairdresser, my job is very hard on my body and beside the obvious visual physical benefits, I have never felt stronger, slept better or had more energy ever before.

I literally get excited to get my butt kicked by the BodyPulse team each week – I’m addicted to the burn!

TO ANSWER

YOUR QUESTIONS

How does EMS work?

Our EMS device sends signals to the electrodes located inside the vest and straps that cause over 90% of muscles in the body to contract. Working all of the muscles at once while doing body weight movements makes EMS a time efficient and very effective workout.

When sessions are done consistently every 3-7 days you will start to see and feel the changes within the first 5 sessions. That could be done in less than 4 weeks! However, the results depend on many factors like excess weight, muscle condition, nutrition, current training regiment, water intake, gender and age. Of course, this can mean different things for different people. Some see a change in their posture or their range of motion in certain movements. Others see decreased pain especially in the lower back or shoulders, and some see physical changes such a lift in the butt, toning of the muscles such as the arms and legs, or that their clothes start to fit better on them.

No. None at all. According to a number of official studies, there are absolutely no negative side effects for healthy individuals. On the contrary, there are a lot of positive benefits.

We do not have a set minimum or maximum age, as our clients vary from early teens to the elderly. For the minimum age, our main focus is to make sure the body is grown to a certain point in terms of muscle development and height, and the client is able to give feedback regarding the sensitivity of the stimulation. In terms of the maximum age, as long as the client has no contraindicators and are able to execute at least some simple bodyweight movements, all ages are welcome.

Yes, you can update your medical information as needed and we highly recommend that. Please inform BodyPulse of any changes to ensure your safety during training.