The Jewish Advocate
January 20, 2006
By Susie Davidson

Lexington gym gives off good vibrations.

Clients achieve maximum benefit in minimal time

The next time someone asks you "what's shaking" you might just point them toward the clients at Vibrant Health of Lexington. There, good vibrations abound as people increase strength, build bones and lose weight, all in just minutes. <more (PDF) >

The Body Vibe
A Revolution in Fitness, Wellness and Healing

By Keith DeOrio, M.D.

Last year, a fitness instructor patient of mine introduced me to whole body vibration. At first I thought it was just another typical new exercise invention geared toward the gym/fitness crowd. It was presented to me primarily as an exercise machine but with possible therapeutic and medical applications. Those possibilities drew my attention. As a holistic medical doctor with a wellness medical practice, I am always looking for new and better ways to improve fitness and health for myself as well as my patients. Of course, the search is based from a holistic perspective that must be consistent with the body, mind and spirit medicine that I practice and believe in! I investigated and learned more about whole body vibration and found it not only stimulated the neuromuscular and endocrine systems, but also improved fat metabolism. <more>

The Boston Globe
July 8, 2006
By Alice Dembner - Globe Staff Writer

New buzz on an old workout fad

Vibrating machines are studied for health benefits

Remember the vibrating belts that were supposed to melt fat away? A new vibration-based fitness fad is sweeping into Massachusetts, targeting flabby boomers and weak-boned senior citizens. The pitch this time: Just standing on a vibrating platform can strengthen bone and muscle, and exercising on the platform can boost athletes' performance. <more (PDF)>

The Washington Post
June 8, 2004
By Karen Pallarito - Special to The Washington Post

In Tony Health Clubs, All Shook Up
Trend May Build Strength – Or Pose Risk

Remember the vibrating belts of mid-century "reduction machines" that were supposed to effortlessly trim your waistline? If you thought they looked silly, wait until you see what's shaking now in the fitness industry. New "whole body vibration" machines showing up in some swank health clubs and rehabilitation facilities are generating ripples of curiosity—and concern. No Washington area gyms are among the early adopters. <more>

Los Angeles Times—Health
June 30, 2003
By Jeannine Stein - Times Staff Writer

Shaking things up

A new device, a platform that emits vibrations, promises to enhance workouts and speed healing. It's showing up in medical and sports facilities. <more>

The Jewish Advocate January 20, 2006 By Susie Davidson