Running With a Waist Trimmer

Effective exercise regimens incorporate cardiovascular exercises with muscle building to encourage weight loss and strength. Running has been known to improve heart and lung function, according to Elizabeth McLeod Sadler at Vanderbilt University. Waist trimmer belts are designed to increase blood flow and muscle action in the abdominal region but are only effective when incorporated into a larger diet and exercise plan. A few precautions and preparations can create the ideal conditions for running with a waist trimmer belt.

Instructions

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      Place the waist trimmer directly on the skin of the abdomen and lower back. These belts usually sit right over the belly button region and should fit snugly without pinching or squeezing the body. Secure into place, ensuring that no clothing rests between the belt and your body.

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      Jog in place or for a small distance with the waist trimmer on. Keep the mechanism off on the waist trimmer while you become accustomed to the feel of the belt. Begin a running regimen that includes the belt to encourage good posture and support in the lower back; these are elements that work without the muscle contraction mechanism.

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      Turn on the waist trimmer and run short sprints once you are used to wearing the waist trimmer while running. Pay attention to how your body responds to the waist trimmer as you perform intensive cardiovascular activity. Only run short distances with the waist trimmer activated to avoid developing cramps or injuries. Limit yourself to five minute jogs, and then turn the waist trimmer off while you continue to run. Boost the length of time you run with the waist trimmer on if you feel comfortable.