Thursday, January 27, 2011

The Flex Belt vs. Ab Circle Pro Comparison

This Flex Belt vs. Ab Circle Pro comparison was designed to help you determine which piece of equipment is a better fit for your lifestyle and fitness goals.  We will compare the different aspects of each piece of equipment that will help you make an informed decision on whether the Flex Belt and/or Ab Circle Pro will be best for your needs.

You may want to read our full reviews of each:

The Flex Belt Abdominal Toning Belt is an advanced piece of technology that has been proven to work through clinical trials. The Flex Belt is the first EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) product that has been cleared by the FDA as a class II medical device that can be sold directly to consumers.

Not only is it scientifically proven to work your abs, it has also been proven by people who have already given the Flex Belt a try.  People who have tested the Flex Belt have reported that it has flattened and toned their stomachs without having to do the traditional exercises that never seem to work.

The Flex Belt will give you a mild pulsing sensation that is followed by the tightening abdominal muscles.  Its intensity level can be increased or lowered from 1 to 150.  One of the greatest aspects of the Flex Belt is the fact that you can watch television or work on your computer while your abs is getting a workout.

The Ab Circle Pro is a workout piece of equipment that works the abs and obliques.  It can also be used to work out your legs and buttocks.  It comes with three resistance levels.  The concept behind the Ab Circle Pro is that it works the abdominal muscles in a 360 degree fashion.

You will place your hands on the handle bars and your knees on the knee rest in an “all fours” position so that you are facing the floor.  You will then swing the lower half of your body as the knee rest moves in a semi-circular way in a track.  This swinging motion is designed to provide a cardiovascular benefit.

How much does this product cost?

Flex Belt - $199 plus $12.95 S&HAb Circle Pro -$199.75 plus $34.50 S&H plus a $20 surcharge  for Alaska and Hawaii

Have there been any 3rd party clinical trial tests?

Flex Belt – YES.  Multiple clinical trials have been conducted to test for its effectiveness.Ab Circle Pro – NO.  No 3rd party clinical trials have been conducted for this product.

Has the FDA cleared this product?

Flex Belt – YES.  This product has been cleared by the FDA, which is what makes this product unique.  Most products of this nature are not required to be FDA cleared. Ab Circle Pro – NO.  While it has not been FDA cleared, it is important to note, that it is not required.

Is exercise required with this piece of equipment?

Flex Belt - NOAb Circle Pro – YES

Where can you use this product?

Flex Belt – This product can be used anywhere.  It can be used while you are doing just about anything.  Its flexibility is one of its main attractions for users. Ab Circle Pro – This product can only be used when and where you are actually exercising with it.

Will this product tone other parts of your body?

Flex Belt – YES – The Flex Belt has additional toning units you can purchase individually to tone other areas of your body. Ab Circle Pro - YES

Is the product portable?

Flex Belt – YESAb Circle Pro – NO

Does this product need batteries?

Flex Belt – NO (has rechargeable supply unit)Ab Circle Pro – NO

Is there a product warranty on this product?

Flex Belt – YES. (Two Years)Ab Circle Pro – YES. (One Year with Extended Warranty Option)

Are there any bonus materials that come with this product?

Flex Belt – YES.  Online Access to the Patent Pending Meal Planning Technology for advanced nutrition and weight loss (a $50 value). A box of Slim 10® Weight Loss Supplements, (a $90 value). Free 1-year subscription to either: Fitness, Elle, or Maxim Magazines (a $50 value).Ab Circle Pro – YES.  Workout and nutritional guide.  Value is unknown.

According to consumer reviews, the Ab Circle Pro and Flex Belt will both work your core.  However, the degree to which they work your abs is in question.  It appears that the Flex Belt can reach an extended area of your core; where the Ab Circle Pro is only able to tone a general area.

There are many complaints as to the quality of the Ab Circle Pro.  Many have reported complaints about the rollers wearing out, making the equipment fragile.  Other quality complaints include:  cracked kneepads, flaking paint, the spacer bar for the arms that the kneepads set on pops off, and the rollers are not centered on the rolling surface.  The company does not offer replacement parts.

Bottom line is that the Flex Belt has many more favorable reviews and seems to outperform the Ab Circle Pro in many areas, including effectiveness and quality.


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