{"id":3231,"date":"2019-01-08T15:20:20","date_gmt":"2019-01-08T14:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/academy.wiemspro.com\/?p=3231"},"modified":"2021-12-13T11:36:54","modified_gmt":"2021-12-13T10:36:54","slug":"effects-of-whole-body-electromyostimulation-on-resting-metabolic-rate-body-composition-and-maximum-strength-in-postmenopausal-women-the-training-and-electrostimulation-trial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/academy.wiemspro.com\/en\/effects-of-whole-body-electromyostimulation-on-resting-metabolic-rate-body-composition-and-maximum-strength-in-postmenopausal-women-the-training-and-electrostimulation-trial\/","title":{"rendered":"Effects of WB-EMS on resting metabolic rate, body composition, and maximum strength in postmenopausal women"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this pilot study, we determined the effect of WB-EMS on body composition, strength parameters, viability and acceptance in a group of postmenopausal women. The hypothesis was that the WB-EMS exercise favorably affects body composition and strength in postmenopausal women.<\/p>\n

Method<\/strong><\/p>\n

30 women were randomized into two groups: WB-EMS (n = 15) and control group (n = 15). In addition to resistance and strength training, the WB-EMS group performed training every 4-5 days for 14 weeks, while the control group maintained their previous training. A WB-EMS protocol was applied with a biphasic, rectangular and compensated wave and two types of programs were applied for 10 min each program. Program 1: 85 Hz, 350 us and a duty cycle of 4 seconds of electrical impulse and 4 seconds of rest. Program 2: 7 Hz, 350 us and continuous electrical stimulation. <\/span><\/p>\n

During the WB-EMS training fifteen dynamic exercises were performed for all large muscle groups using a small range of motion. The exercises were designed not to cause physical adaptations in this previously trained cohort. The current intensity of the WB-EMS increased progressively during the intervention period.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Results<\/strong><\/p>\n

There was a significant reduction in skin folds in the WB-EMS. Waist and hip circumference also saw a significant reduction in the group with WB-EMS.<\/p>\n

The maximum isometric strength of the trunk and leg extenders improved significantly in the WB-EMS group. Between WB-EMS and control group there were significant differences in these parameters after 14 weeks.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

We conclude that for postmenopausal women unable or unwilling to perform dynamic strength exercises, WB-EMS can be a gentle and effective alternative to maintain lean body mass and strength.<\/p>\n

Bibliography<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wolfgang Kemmler., Rebecca Schliffka., Jerry L. Mayhew. and Simon Von Stengel.Effect of Whole-Body Electromyostimulation on Resting Metabolic Rate, Body Composition, and Maximum Strength in Postmenopausal Women: The Training and Electrostimulation Trial. (2010). <\/span>Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. <\/span><\/i>24(7)\/1880\u20131887.<\/span><\/p>\n

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