Slendertone Abs8 features 10 programmes.
Programmes 1-7 are described as Passive Programmes i.e. only the Abs Belt working to stimulate the muscles. This programme can be used when doing passive activity e.g. while reading, cooking, doing chores around the house etc.
Programmes 8-10 are described as Active Programmes i.e. a combination of both Abs Belt toning and user exercises to stimulate the muscles. This programme can be used when doing physical activity e.g. walking, jogging, while doing ab crunches.
You can select any programme you wish at any time, however, it’s important to note, a programme cannot be changed during a session, you must first switch off your controller and then switch it on again. Press the ‘P’ button to display the programmes and select the desired one.
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Slendertone Abs8 Programme |
Programme Description |
Frequency |
# of Contractions |
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1 |
Initiation Initiation muscle toning programme characterised by narrow pulse widths delivered over a 20 minute workout. This programme is tailored to introduce users to the concept of EMS training. |
60 |
102 |
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2 |
Beginner Beginner toning programme characterised by narrow pulse widths delivered over a 25 minute workout. This programme is a step up in workout level compared to the initiation programme in Level 1. |
55 |
127 |
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3 |
Intermediate Intermediate toning programme characterised by a 50Hz pulse delivered over a 30 minute workout. This programme is tailored to develop muscle strength and endurance. Suitable for users who are accustomed to EMS training |
50 |
132 |
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4 |
Advanced The advanced toning programme is also characterised by a 50Hz pulse delivered over a 30 minute workout. This programme is tailored to develop muscle strength and endurance. This programme uses wider pulse widths than programme 3. |
50 |
132 |
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5 |
Expert The Expert toning programme is a challenging EMS workout delivered over 30 minutes. This programme is tailored to firm, tone and strengthen the ab muscles. This programme uses more demanding pulse widths compared to programmes 1-4. |
50 |
117 |
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6 |
Pro Toning The Pro toning programme is an advanced EMS workout delivered over 30 minutes. This programme is tailored to firm, tone and strengthen the ab muscles. This programme uses more demanding pulse parameters and is a step up in workout levels compared to earlier programmes |
50 |
117 |
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7 |
Ab Power The Ab Power programme is the most challenging programme in the Slendertone Abs8 device, delivered over 30 minutes. It is characterized by multiple cycles of rest and workout phases which delivers a high repetition workout. This programme is for the more experienced EMS user. |
50-70 |
236 |
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8 |
Endurance Endurance toning programme can be used while doing light cardio activity such as walking. Begin your light cardio routine while slowly increasing the intensity until you find a strong, comfortable level that allows you to continue your workout while toning your abs. |
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9 |
Beginner Crunch Beginner Crunch programme can be performed while doing ab crunches. Wearing your abs belt, lie on your back and bend your knees to approx. 90˚. Switch your controller on, when the stimulation starts draw your navel in towards your spine and hold until stimulation stops. Relax until the next cycle and repeat. |
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10 |
Advanced Side Crunch Advanced Crunch programme can be performed while doing side crunches. When the stimulation starts, slowly curl the left shoulder upwards and towards the centre of your body to coincide with the contraction on the right-hand side of your abdomen. Hold the contraction for two seconds then return to starting position and relax fully. Next, do the same with your right shoulder and repeat the process. When you have completed 10 crunches on either side, the abs belt begins a 20-second relaxation period. Note: After three sets of 20 reps (10 each side) the programme will end. |
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