The abdominal muscle-toning apparatus known as the Ab Sonic, sometimes called the AbSonic, is an example of electric muscle stimulation (EMS) equipment. This approach to passive exercise is becoming rather common in the industry. Vendors of the AbSonic claim that its electric micro-currents can contract the muscles continuously, resulting in the same effect as from performing 600 sit-ups in a matter of ten minutes.
The Ab Sonic is a belt-like apparatus that is made of neoprene. It comes with an extra adjustable belt for the purpose of providing EMS to other muscles (the arms or legs). Also included with the belts are 2 lithium batteries. The entire Ab Sonic package retails for $19.88.
| How much does it cost? | $199.00 plus $12.95 S&H | $19.88 (S&H included). |
| Are there any 3rd party 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 | There are no clinical trials to support the effectiveness of the AbSonic |
| 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 | NO. This does not mean it is unsafe – the clearance was not required. |
| Do you need to exercise? | NO | NO |
| 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. | Just about any time of day when wearing the belt seems reasonable. |
| 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. The Ab Sonic can be used on the arms, legs, and other areas. |
| Is it portable? How big is it? | YES, comes with free travel pouch and weighs less than one pound | YES. The AbSonic belt weighs one pound. |
| Is it discreet? | YES, you can use under clothing while doing virtually anything. | YES. The Ab Sonic can be worn under regular clothing. |
| Does it require hard work or motivation? | NO, you do not need to exercise or break a sweat during a toning session. | NO. The EMS technology makes the AbSonic a passive apparatus. |
| Does it require batteries? | NO | YES |
| What is the "Satisfaction Guarantee" period? | 60 Days | None. |
| What is the "Product Warranty" period? | Two Years | None. |
| Do they ship internationally? | YES | Not specified. |
| 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) | NO |
| What is the delivery time for domestic orders? | Approximately 1 week | Not specified. |
