Is Slendertone a scam?

Is Slendertone a scam?

I was reading some of the reviews on Slendertone today and some of them claim it’s a scam. Some of them say “Slendertone is a waste of your money!,” some say “don’t bother getting a toning belt, exercise will give you that flat tummy.”

Most of us in this blog have trialed Slendertone belts on our arms, bums and tums and we all have had different experiences. Reflecting on those who have trialed the toning belt, it certainly is not the miracle cure to get super slim, however it does contribute to body toning. It’s also a convenient toning belt which can be used almost anywhere and everywhere.

You need to complement the use of the Slendertone by also working out. As long as you are regularly burning off more calories than you are consuming then the results are very good and your abs do become solid. It’s hard work and dedication is required!

What do you think of Slendertone? Is it a scam? Share your experiences with us.

Salsa Chick steps up to the Slendertone Flex Max challenge

So this is it – the girl who’s never knowingly had a stomach muscle now has the Slendertone Flex Max. Very excitedly I opened the box and ‘prepared’ my Flex Max. Whilst normally being an advocate of instructions, I was so eager to try my Slendertone that I scanned quickly and just put it on (I promise I’ll read the instructions thoroughly before I next use it).

What’s my background? Well, I’m a Salsa dancer & teacher and whilst I eat fairly healthily, can’t resist the ‘cakes’ in the office and chocolate. I try and walk where I can and every morning do 10 minutes on a Cross Trainer or Total Gym (at home). I HATE the thought of going to the Gym and any exercise that doesn’t involve fun of some sort BUT having had a weight problem since the age of 13 have to keep on top of things. Also, I’m married to Karate Kid and he’s the epitome of discipline so is always on my case about what I eat and what exercise I do.

Some years ago, friends had a muscle stimulation ‘thing’ with pads. They tried it on me and said they’d keep it low as it was new, however, they had to turn it right up before I could feel it – not sure what that means but I’m sure it’s down to my lack of any apparent muscles in the stomach area.

Last night I put the new Slendertone Flex Max on. First it was a bit too high (I have a high waist so that’s probably why) – so I moved it down a bit so it was slightly below my waist. I tried to increase the intensity till I could feel it but it only went up to 4 – think that’s because it was my first time. That was for 20 minutes or so. Then after that, I put it on again and managed to increase it to 5 – this was a stronger feeling, again for 20 minutes. It was strange – a little bit tingly but didn’t stop me working away on a spreadsheet on my PC. J

I’m looking forward to trying again tonight – increasing the intensity and checking the position is correct, and reading the instructions of course!

Salsa Chick

Michael’s progress with the Slendertone System Abs

Ive always suffered with a little excess fat on my belly, I used it 3 times a week and within the first 3 weeks i noticed a slight change, so I’ve continued to use for almost two months now, and I’m real happy with my body now, my belly has toned with increased definition (thanks to Slendertone System Abs!) and I would strongly reccomend it to anybody wanting to tone up for a holiday or summer now that the warmer weather is supposedly on the way!!

Michael

Week 5- Stephen’s progress with Slendertone

I am continuing to use the toning belt, and beginning to see definition. I must admit to having a few days off due to moving house but even this does not seem to have effected my progress.

I have begun to do sit ups while the belt is working (on the odd occasion) should I feel energetic enough. This gives me an even better workout which provides the muscle burn which only comes on through using the belt at high levels (70-80 currently for me).

More progress to follow on my progress with Slendertone System Abs.

Stephen

Sharon begins to see the benefits with Slendertone System Shorts

Moving on to the higher level programmes as the time progresses is a little uncomfortable. It’s not so easy to cook the dinner and wear the pants now.

I do however feel that there has been a definite impact on the tone and silhouette of my bum and thigh area, with the Slendertone System Shorts.

The only other criticism would be that the life of the sticky pads is not as suggested, which I believe is 4 weeks, I think 2 for them to stay really adhesive is more realistic.

That being the case I think more pads should be offered at the outset, or a multiple purchase offer price introduced?

That said I am definitely starting to see some benefits with the shorts!

Michael combines Slendertoning, Gym and Detox altogether!

Well another week done and I now feel more in the routine and have disciplined myself into regular Slendertoning Belt sessions. This I think is the solution into getting results.

I have upped the level I am on to improve the results I achieve although I am aware that this is a marathon as apposed to a sprint and the results will come with consistent use.

This weekend I plan to detox completely, nothing bad will pass my lips, going to work hard at the Gym until I can do more and use the Slendertone Toning Belt at the same time. I plan to “feel the burn”.

I’ll let you know how this goes

Chris champions on with Slendertone System Abs

This week I took the Slendertone system abs into work with me, I used it every day apart from Wednesday. I am now doing to programmes a day, starting off with programme 5 on about 55 turning it up during the 30 min session to about 66. Then later in the day I will do programme 7 which is less intense but lasts 40 mins, I generally have the belt on 60 for this session.

I normally give you a quick run down of weight and BMI, but I can this week as the BMI machine I use at my gym is broken, so will update you next week. I hit the gym on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday this week. I have now started to up all the times and weights that I am using, which I did find very hard on Saturday and can still feel the effects today.

Over the weekend I did have a few people comment that I am looking thinner, which is good, when I told people what I am doing they were interested to find out if the belts work, after showing them where I put it and how it works there were comments about the definition that I know have compared to the beer belly I did have. There is still some work to go though. I think I need to loose about a stone before I am at my perfect weight for my height.

Sharon’s progress with Slendertone System Shorts

I have been using the Slendertone belt for two weeks now. I have now got used to the considerable effort required for getting into them, and have been happily buzzing away while I get the dinner ready.

I have started to increase the intensity now, which does cause some discomfort initially as you get used to it, but you soon get used to it.

So far there is no great difference, but watch this space and who knows what another week buzzing around the house will do. It certainly gives you the sensation of having done some toning exercise afterwards.

Michael’s challenge with Slendertone System Abs

I have found that this week has been a real challenge with me Slendertone System Abs.

I’ve got to be disciplined a lot more than I have been but still found time to use it twice. Regular use will result in better, more consistent results which long term is what I am after. I am using the belt at quite a high level for which I am proud of, as someone once said “No pain, no gain”. Over the weekend it is my intention to squeeze a couple of toning belt sessions in along with the Gym and football on Sunday morning.

Will keep you post of future news next week on my slendertone toning belt journey to a trimmer me!!

Chris notices a visible difference with Slendertone System Abs

So it’s my third week into using the Slendertone System Abs and I am starting to notice a real difference in shape of my abs, definitely getting more defined as I lose weight. I used the BMI machine at the gym again, but on Sunday morning this week, my weight is now at 13st 7lb and my BMI is down to 27. Had a change in my gym routine last week due to work commitments, I went Monday Thursday and Sunday morning, with the week visits being a mix of cardio and weights, but Sunday morning was a pure cardio session.

I am now starting to use the Slendertone toning belt a bit more, generally using it everyday now, either whilst watching TV or doing things around the house. I have now upped the strength level to 66 when I used it yesterday, but have noticed there is less aching after use, maybe I am getting use to it and will have to do 2 session at a time – I will read up on this and see what they say.