Welcome to our side-by-side comparison for The Flex Belt® vs. Ab Coaster®. If you are interested in Ab Coaster®, we have some valuable information below about this product. You might also find The Flex Belt® to be a good fit for you since you are interested in fitness. We feel that The Flex Belt is one of the most effective, easy-to-use and results oriented Abdominal Toning Systems available...we are proud to show how it is truly unique and can work in conjunction with just about any type of exercise product, fitness routine or program

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The Flex Belt® vs. Ab Coaster®

Toning the midsection of the body is difficult and time consuming. As a result, many companies have entered the marketplace with their version of the machine they claim will get the job done. Ab Coaster®, by Tristar Products, of Wallingford CT., is a new entry, having been around a little over a year. The Ab Coaster® uses a bottom-up method of working the abs with users resting their knees on a set of kneepads attached to a movable track. The kneepads coast on the track as the upper part of the body is stabilized. As the knees are raised and brought forward, the coaster effect causes the abs and obliques to be exercised.

This machine weighs in at around 70 pounds of steel construction and a digital workout counter is attached to the assembly. The company mentions that results are best when a diet and exercise program are also in effect and includes a DVD workout plan, an exercise plan as well as a meal plan. The company also offers a 30 day return policy and a 60 day warranty on the machine. Money will be refunded in full less shipping and handling and the expense to return the product is the buyer's responsibility.

How Does Ab Coaster® compare to The Flex Belt?

	The Flex Belt®	Ab Coaster®
How much does it cost?	$199.00 plus $12.95 S&H	$399.80 plus unknown amount of shipping & handling
Are there clinical trials to back up the claims?	YES. Multiple Clinical Trials. The largest study conducted was published in the Journal of Sports Medicine and showed that: 100% of the participants reported that their abs felt more toned and firmed & 92.3% felt the firmness of their ab muscles increased.	NO. There are no published 3rd Party Clinical Studies.
Is it FDA cleared? Please note that most products are not required to be FDA Cleared. This is a status that makes the Flex Belt unique.	YES. The Flex Belt is cleared by the FDA for Toning, Strengthening and Firming the Abdominal Muscles.	NO. This does not mean it is unsafe – the clearance was not required.
Do you need to exercise?	NO	YES
When can you use it?	While at home, at work, watching TV, surfing the net, exercising, folding laundry, cooking, talking on the phone, helping the kids with their homework, taking a walk... virtually anywhere and anytime.	While exercising.
Can you tone other parts of the body?	YES, you can add additional toning units for the arms (for men and woman) and buttocks (for women). Click here to learn more about the Flex Range of products.	YES, Arms
Is it portable? How big is it?	YES, comes with free travel pouch and weighs less than one pound	NO – must be used in a gym or stored away when not in use like in a closet or under the bed. Weighs about 30 pounds.
Is it discreet?	YES, you can use under clothing while doing virtually anything.	NO – must be used while exercising in a gym or at home.
Does it require hard work or motivation?	NO, you do not need to exercise or break a sweat during a toning session.	YES, requires time to exercise and hard work for a good toning session.
Does it require batteries?	NO	NO
What is the "Satisfaction Guarantee" period?	60 Days	60 Days
What is the "Product Warranty" period?	Two Years	60 Days
Do they ship internationally?	YES	NO, and does not ship to Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, US Virgin Islands and Alaska
Do they have toll free ordering and customer service?	YES: (800) 222-7154	YES
Is there bonus material with your order?	Free one year subscription to a popular healthy lifestyle magazine – titles change throughout the year ($50 Value).	Included DVD, diet, workout and nutritional guide.
What is the delivery time for domestic orders?	Approximately 1 week	10-15 days.

We feel the strengths of both The Flex Belt & Ab Coaster® are evident. Our mission is to help our customers achieve the attractive figure they want and we hope that The Flex Belt and/or Ab Coaster® helps you tone, tighten and strengthen your body. This information was provided to help you make an informed decision. Good Luck with whatever product or program you choose.

--The Flex Belt Nutrition Team