The Belly Burner is an abdominal toning support device designed to increase the core temperature of the body. According to the product website, wearing a BellyBurner during normal activities and/or fitness programs will increase calorie-burning, fat loss, and inch loss. The end result, according to the manufacturer, will be firmer, tighter, sexier abs.
The Belly-Burner is a large belt that can fit anyone up to waist-size 50. Users simply strap it on the waist and go about working out or shopping or any other activity. The belt is held fast by Velcro. The product website does not describe how The BellyBurner raises the body’s core temperature.
| How much does it cost? | $199.00 plus $12.95 S&H | $19.95 plus $15.90 shipping & handling. |
| 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 | NO. There are no published 3rd Party Clinical Studies for Belly Burner. |
| 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. | During any activity. |
| 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. | NO, Belly Burner appears to be designed for core use only. |
| Is it portable? How big is it? | YES, comes with free travel pouch and weighs less than one pound | YES. It is the size of a standard back support belt. |
| Is it discreet? | YES, you can use under clothing while doing virtually anything. | YES – The product can be worn under clothing. |
| Does it require hard work or motivation? | NO, you do not need to exercise or break a sweat during a toning session. | NO – though the product website suggests it will be most useful with regular exercise. |
| Does it require batteries? | NO | Unclear on product website. |
| What is the "Satisfaction Guarantee" period? | 60 Days | 30 Days |
| What is the "Product Warranty" period? | Two Years | Not available. |
| Do they ship internationally? | YES | YES |
| Do they have toll free ordering and customer service? | YES: (800) 222-7154 | YES: 866-672-8668 |
| 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 one free Belly Burner and 2 sets of Exercise and Food Guide, Meal Planner Nutrition Log, and At-A-Glance Calorie Counter. |
| What is the delivery time for domestic orders? | Approximately 1 week | The Belly-Burner ships in approximately two-three weeks. |
