Do Vibration Plates Work, and Are They Worth the Hype?

Vibrating belt machines were promoted as weight loss aids in the early to mid-20th century, but that wasn't the end of the vibration exercise fad. Now, vibration plates are a social media trend, with many claiming that they are an excellent alternative workout method that can provide several health benefits. Meanwhile, researchers have continued to study the potential benefits of vibration exercise. When it comes to all the claims surrounding vibration plates, we set out to find out what is true or false. To learn more, we consulted experts for their insights into the vibration plate benefits, risks, exercises and more. What is a vibration plate? A vibration plate is an exercise machine that shakes rapidly when you stand on it. By using a vibration plate, you're engaging in a whole-body vibration exercise, where your muscles are forced to contract and relax quickly. "The purpose of vibration plates is to generate quick vibrations that cause your body's muscles to contract and relax ... Read full article.