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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Some Stimulation is Provided
An abdominal belt uses electricity to stimulate your abdominal muscles. The claim is that it will help you burn fat and achieve great abs. If you are completely inactive, the abdominal belt will provide your abdominals with some stimulation. Although the belt won't yield any major results, it is more beneficial to use it than to do nothing at all.
On the Other: Don't Expect to See Results
Although many abdominal belt manufacturers claim that their product will increase abdominal strength and burn fat, according to Fabio Comana, an exercise physiologist at the American Council on Exercise, you should not expect to see any results. Without dieting and exercise, the belt alone will not help you burn fat or build muscle.
Bottom Line
If you are looking to really burn fat and improve your abdominal muscles, the best way to do so is through dieting and exercise. Even though an abdominal belt provides some stimulation and is better than doing nothing, it will not significantly improve your abs on its own.
Source:
WSJ.com: Cinching Your Belt Without a Crunch
ShapeUpShop.com: Do Electric Ab Stimulators Really Work?
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