Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Toning System (Unisex)

by Slendertone

Product Features

• Abdominal toning system with toning belt, set of gel pads, and 3 AAA batteries
• Fits easily underneath your clothing for abdominal training anytime, anywhere
• Sends signals from the belt to the gel pads to relax and contract abdominal muscles
• Latex-free gel pads don't stick to skin; 2 training programs for maximum results
• Unisex model fits waists from 24 to 47 inches; includes detailed instruction manual; 1-year warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Strengthen, tone, and firm your ab muscles with the Slendertone Flex Go abdominal toning system. Portable and easy to use, the Flex Go includes a high-quality toning belt, a set of gel pads, three AAA batteries, and a detailed instruction manual that walks you through two different toning programs for maximum results. The Flex Go is easy to use: simply strap on the toning belt and adhere the gel pads to the skin. The system will then employ medical-grade muscle stimulation technology to simultaneously work all of your abdominal muscles while you walk to the store or sit in an office chair. Signals from the belt will travel to your nerves by way of the gel pads, causing the muscles to relax and contract for an effective yet comfortable abdominal workout. The system has been clinically proven to firm and tone the abdominal area, increase abdominal strength, and improve abdominal endurance, making it a handy all-in-one training tool.

The belt fits easily underneath your clothing, allowing you to use it anytime, anywhere. The gel pads, meanwhile, don't stick to your skin, don't require messy gel, and are latex-free. The result is a valuable abdominal trainer that lets you get the slender, toned midsection you want without interrupting your busy lifestyle. It's even small enough to excel while traveling. The Flex Go--which fits waists from 24 to 47 inches--carries a one-year warranty.

Product Description

Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Muscle Toner. Work your abs into "washboard" status with 2 toning programs! If you've always wanted rock-hard abs, but struggled with crunches and Roman Chair exercises, then this is the right choice for you! The Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Muscle Toner is safe, easy to use and effective! Signals are sent from the main console to 3 medical-grade GelPads to reach the three main abdominal muscles. This creates deep, muscle-strengthening contractions that tone your stomach muscles. Uses clinically-demonstrated EMS technology so you stay safe! Choose from the "beginner" or "advanced" levels; each has adjustable intensity settings. Visual LED prompts guide you through your session. The ab belt fits waist sizes from 24-47". It's time to get that firm, slender look you've been waiting for! For both men and women. And after 20-30 sessions, it's recommended that you replace your GelPads. Come and get yours today! Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Muscle Toner

Product Details

Instruction Manual [PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 7.9 x 3.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000VOEIQM
• Item model number: 0524-5000
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,626 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #16 in Sports & Outdoors > Exercise & Fitness > Strength Training Equipment > Core & Abdominal Trainers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

79 of 82 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars slendertone core toning, November 9, 2008

By 

cola - See all my reviews

This review is from: Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Toning System (Unisex) (Sports)

i had my doubts before trying the product, but was actually pretty happy with it's performance. it is in no way a weight loss device, but i can really feel the tightening of my core muscles and the slimming, more pulled in, look of my abdomen. if you need to lose excess pounds, this product is not for you, but if you are already fairly thin and just need some help toning up then this is a really great product. it really does reach all your core muscles, much more than crunches alone. it helps tighten you up all the way around, stomach, sides and back. the only downside i would say is having to buy the replacement pads, but it's still a better deal than doing endless crunches.

70 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cant Live Without It!!, November 29, 2009

By 

OrangeCrush "Still shooting with Film!" (Farmington Hills, MI USA) - See all my reviews
(TOP 500 REVIEWER)   

This review is from: Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Toning System (Unisex) (Sports)

After reading some of the reviews on here I felt I should chime in as some people just don't seem to get it. This belt by itself will never give you a 6 pack stomach especially if you have a serious layer of fat. In fact EMS or electric Muscle Stimulation does not burn fat nor does it burn calories in any significant quantities. In order to burn fat or burn calories you must exercise or in other words you must use a lot of different muscle groups including the heart and respiratory system. EMS simply doesn't do this. While some people involved with sports do use these, there is almost no evidence whatsoever that they give such people any significant results.

Where EMS truly shines is in the realm of physical therapy. Some of the reviews say things like "The jury is still out on whether these work". As a general statement that is just 100% incorrect. These devices have been proven to work, in fact its not even debatable. Its only within the realm of sports that such statements can accurately be made. The people that are saying this are simply expecting too much and clearly had a misconception about what this product can actually do. As a physical therapy device EMS is OUTSTANDING and 100% PROVEN to work. It helps stop atrophy of muscles and helps people with musculoskeletal injuries improve at much faster rates. Again there is just no debating this as this has been 100% proven.

I have been using an EMS device for over 8 years so I know first hand what these devices can do when used properly. I have a terrible back and exercising my stomach is extremely difficult and painful. My physical therapist introduced me to EMS and its now become an integral part of my stomach conditioning routine. I still have to exercise those muscle groups as EMS by itself is not going to do much except slow down atrophy. However with that being said, EMS combined with some low impact exercising allows me to maintain a level of fitness in those muscle groups that would otherwise not be possible, at least not without upping my exercise routine. There are also periods where my back acts up to the point where I am unable to exercise at all and they can sometimes last for weeks at a time. Using EMS during those periods stops any significant loss of strength and basically allows me to pick up where I left off conditioning wise. If I did not use EMS during those periods I would no doubt notice a difference when I finally returned to my exercising routines. In other words it stops any atrophy and any significant loss of strength during those periods. While EMS by itself will not get you to a high level of conditioning, once your at a high level of conditioning, using EMS by itself can help to keep you at that level, at least for a few weeks. Again this is invaluable during those periods when I cannot exercise.

The Bottom line - EMS devices are not a substitute for exercising. There is only so much an EMS device can do for you and that will never compare to actual exercising. With that being said complimenting your exercise routing with EMS sessions can give you positive results especially if you suffer from physical disabilities. EMS has been 100% proven to work so don't let the naysayers fool you. You just have to be realistic in regards to what EMS can do for you and giving you a six pack without any complimentary exercising is simply NEVER going to happen. For those people like myself that do suffer from physical problems, these devices can be an absolute godsend.

5 Stars!!

107 of 116 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Large Time Commitment Hinders the Benefit, March 7, 2009

By 

Moroni Marten (Utah) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Slendertone Flex Go Abdominal Toning System (Unisex) (Sports)

I am five feet nine inches tall and weigh about 155 pounds (normally information I don't give out, but I will for this review). My goal the last year or so has been to improve my abdominal strength and definition. I decided to try the Slendertone product to see if it would have a positive effect.

As of March, 2009, I have been using the Slendertone product for about 9 weeks for a total of about 45 sessions. The jury is still out on this product. Before I received Slendertone my abdominal routine included three sets of bicycle crunches three times weekly for a total time commitment of about 45 minutes per week. Switching to Slendertone increased my time commitment by over four times. I do five - 40 minute sessions per week for a total of about 200 minutes per week.

Despite the very large time commitment, I really haven't noticed any better abdominal definition or strength compared with the bicycle crunches I did previously. I will post an update after I devote a few more months to the Slendertone.

Although some claim the Slendertone is "pleasant" and you can do other things as you wear it that is really not true. I really don't feel I'm getting a good workout unless I have the intensity on maximum (100%). It usually takes me about ten to fifteen minutes to work my way up to the maximum intensity. In order to feel somewhat comfortable, I need to be in a semi-reclining position during the contractions. Usually I watch TV as I do the workout. There is no way I would be able to walk around or even sit at a computer at that intensity level.

It is also important to remember that in order to actually "see" abdominal muscles with definition, it requires a thin abdominal fat layer. In fact, everyone has a "six-pack" already. The reason we can't see it on most people is simply because the fat layer is covering it up. So, it's important to also lower your body fat content if you want to actually "see" abdominal muscles. Exercising can "build" abdominal muscles somewhat to help them standout, but lessening abdominal fat is essential.

Some have commented on the wearing out of the pads. I have used the same pads for all 45 sessions over nine weeks. They are still fine. About once a month, I wipe the pads with a cleaner I have for table tennis paddles (SpinMax). It reconditions the pads and makes them sticky again. Wiping down the pads with some type of reconditioner occasionally will lengthen the life. It's also important to cover the pads after each use and "roll" the covers on so it squeezes out any air pockets. I would estimate the pads will last from three to four months with regular use, but I will update this review again when I replace the pads.

Personally, I think intense sessions of bicycle crunches totaling about 45 minutes a week appears to be as effective as this product that requires 200 minutes per week. But I will stick with Slendertone for a while longer and post my future observations.