Could low-frequency EMS training be an effective alternative to endurance training?
Introduction The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a six-week low frequency EMS training program on different levels of exercise performance: respiratory, neuromuscular and cardiovascular. Since low frequencies have been suggested to mimic resistance training, we can expect improvements in the subject’s aerobic capacity, fatigue resistance and cardiovascular control. In addition, […]
Influence of whole-body electrostimulation on human red blood cell deformability
Introduction The effects of WB-EMS on performance could be very useful not only for athletes, but also for patients with microcirculation disorders such as patients with diabetes mellitus, arteriosclerosis or sickle cell disease, as they could reduce the risk of clinical complications. Method 15 male soccer players competing in the fourth division of the German […]
Effects of a WB-EMS program on strength, sprinting, jumping, and kicking capacity in elite soccer players
Introduction The objective of this study was to implement a dynamic EMS program for the whole body in the seasonal training routine of elite soccer players, based on our previous studies to investigate the effects on maximum strength, performance of speed and jump, and kicking capacity. Another objective of this study was to investigate the […]
Effects of WB-EMS on undulating training periodization in runners
Introduction WB-EMS improves muscle strength in elite soccer players (Filipovic et al., 2016), in postmenopausal women (Kemmler et al., 2010) and in healthy middle-aged men without training (Kemmler et al., 2016). Method Fifteen healthy male recreational runners were recruited, who had been running 2-3 times a week and had no previous experience with WB-EMS. Three […]
WB-EMS improves performance factors in recreational runners
Long distance running training depends on the interaction of physiological, biomechanical and psychological factors (Basett and Howley, 2000). Therefore, strength training has become an effective strategy to improve aerobic performance. (Mujika. 2017; Berryman et al. 2018). Full body electrostimulation (WB-EMS) improves body composition in women over 60 with obesity who have suffered loss of muscle […]