New buzz on an old workout fad
Vibrating machines are studied for health benefits
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Frances Figueiredo, of Hingham, bought her Soloflex vibrating platform to exercise and relax.
(Globe Staff Photo / John Tlumacki)
Globe Staff Photo / John Tlumacki
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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. (Full article: 1355 words)
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