How well do these work for holding stomach flab in place when you're exercising? I need something that will ease the "jostling stomach pain". Thanks
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I lost 200 pounds and have a little extra skin in the stomach area as you can imagine. These don't really support me enough on their own I actually pair them up with another pair of compression shorts. But my main purpose is the compression for my hips so I'm not really focused on the stomach so much but that's where I get my support
33431
They aren't compression shorts, just spandex. They don't help hold anything in place really.
33432
I guess it depends on how much flab you have to hold in. I bought these to use for swim shorts and I think they do pretty well at holding stomach in and thighs look slimmer. Of course the top comes down over some. I bought 2x even though I wear size 18 cause I did not want them so skin tight I couldn't get them on. They work fine.
33433
These are exactly what you want. Hold in the flab and are so comfortable you won't even know you have them on!
33434
not at all. this is what I was expecting when I bought it, but alas, no go with these...sorry.
2271361
Whatever gives you the best balance works fine. Be resourceful. You can do all sorts f of exercises using this arch. Any time you want your butt higher than your head. I put the arch under my butt on a bed and raise my legs straight up - a lot easier than without. You can stay in that position indefinitely because you are balanced. If you strain to do sit ups, but the back arch behind you on the floor. It keeps you from putting too much pressure on the lumbar spine. Use it under one side of your waist when you do leg lifts for max effect. Lie over it on your tummy and do leg lifts to strengthen the butt and lower back. Use it to work on your core with your butt on the arch. To find the right stretch for your back you have to shift the arch up and down until you find the sweet spot. RELAX there for several minutes. It may feel uncomfortable or even hurt a little at first. RElax, hands at sides. Then you may feel your back adjust and at the same time the ache subside. If it is too painful use a pillow under your head at first. You will need to do this several times a day if you have back muscle cramps. The stretching pulls out the cramped muscles but they will cramp up again. Keep at it and the cramped muscles gradually subside. I had back pain and stiffness for years despite PT. This (and other style arches of no more than 3 inches) reversed chronic pain. Now I dance and exercise to keep my back pain free.
1706566
I workout with them. Very secure. Never had a problem with slipping off. I don't jog though
1597051
I have found that they slowly slip out if i am jogging. If I am just lifting they remained in place. I also make sure to wipe any sweat off after use to prevent issues.
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Kim, I am not a doctor, but have had lower back pain off and on for years. I am very active and excise every day with both walking and exercise bike. Also do strength training. I use the back brace only when I have a flare up of pain. Suspect that frequent use of the back brace would tend to weaken you stomach muscles because the brace lessens the sole dependence on these muscles. Just my opinion and hope it helps you.
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They can't "build" stomach muscles. If you are new to working out, they can be used to incorporate many more exercises into your workout routine. If the bands help keep you active and burning calories along with a sensible diet, then you will be able to "see" your stomach muscles. If you are somewhat advanced, then you can get creative and assist in "strengthening" the abdominal and core muscles, but you must be careful with the bands.
712411
I definitely not recommend you use these while exercising. They have thick cushions that can absorb your sweat, so they will be a great pain to clean if they got stained i think. Plus, it might not stay as sturdy as sports earphones. They might drop.
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I have been using it for some time. At first I was worried about my back....took it slow and easy making sure to pull my stomach in and not stretch out as far to begin with. After a little over a week I was able to stretch the full stretch out and pull back slowly without pulling on my back. Now I realize it has actually strengthen my back and don't worry about it. Feels great. Good luck and enjoy.
1416238
I occasionally use these to work out. They are decent if you want to use them for weight lifting or something else where you aren't moving very fast. I run in them occasionally but they do fall out a lot once I start to sweat.
1255169
Anywhere that is achy or tight - they are great at relieving tension. I get alot of tension in my shoulders. So I have the ball in the tense place, between me and the wall and roll it around. It also works great just rolled under the feet or between your hands.
488061
You can try belly blaster...you will have to do a little walking or exercise
77194
I mainly use the band to keep my earbuds on, but I've used it with earplugs and they are even better. Answering your question, yes they did work for me while lap swimming, it gets a few times to find the perfect place though, but once you've got it you'll have no problem.If you are going to use earplugs I strongly advice using some silicone ones, as Christmas tree or other type of earplugs protruding from ears can cause pain over time (with the band on)
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I use them for ankles and wrists. The only concern is to make them a little (+ 2 small waits) heavier for your ankles, so I usually do the ankle exercises at different sessions than wrists. This way I avoid changing in the middle of exercising.Enjoy!
730797
Sorry I missed this earlier. I hope I'm not too late. I would believe so. I exercise in mine regularly. Though I am not a runner. They hold in place quite well.
2172588
I've been taking these for probably 6 months. I've lost belly fat and feel fit as a fiddle. I guess its safe as anything can be.
448157
They are a great appetite suppressant, you will loose weight because you aren't hungry so you will eat less. But exercise is always good for toning up.
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I use them to workout, not to just hang. I have an inversion bed for that. If you can't go more than 3 minutes you should consult you doctor.