BODY20 Tone, Striking a Strong Pose

Strength Meets Movement:

Unlike traditional training, which often relies on heavy mechanical loading, Tone utilizes WB-EMS to elicit significant strength gains through electrical parameters. For our Tone workouts, we utilize frequency settings between 65 Hz and 85 Hz. These frequencies are specifically calibrated to engage muscle fibers effectively while allowing for the flow, range of motion, and dynamic movement patterns characteristic of Pilates and barre.

Research consistently highlights the joint-sparing and low-impact nature of whole-body electrical muscle stimulation compared to conventional heavy-load training. Because muscle contractions are driven by electrical impulses rather than massive external weights, you can achieve maximum muscle recruitment and strength gains without the heavy mechanical stress on your joints.

To see the hard data behind this, you can check out these key studies:

• Knee Osteoarthritis and Function: A randomized controlled trial published in Scientific Reports evaluated WB-EMS as a joint-sparing alternative, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving physical function and managing joint pain without traditional high-impact loading. Read the study here.
• Musculoskeletal Safety: A systematic review published in the German Journal of Sports Medicine analyzed the overall safety profile and musculoskeletal benefits of WB-EMS, emphasizing its low-impact application for joint health. Read the review here.

You can’t spell Movement without TONE:

By combining movement patterns inspired by Pilates, barre, and yoga with EMS, this approach offers the best of both worlds. You get the powerful muscle fiber recruitment of EMS paired with the exceptional posture, alignment, movement flow, and range of motion built by these movement-based practices. Together, they systematically address key training principles:

• Specificity Principle: By targeting deep core stabilizers and challenging multi-planar movement, the protocol builds a stronger foundation for rotational sports like golf or tennis.
• Progression Principle: Adjusting electrical parameters within the 65 Hz to 85 Hz range allows trainers to continually challenge neuromuscular efficiency and improve muscular strength endurance.
• Variation Principle: Incorporating movement flows inspired by Pilates, barre, and yoga introduces valuable movement variety that disrupts monotonous loading patterns to help avoid plateaus. Furthermore, these disciplines emphasize spinal articulation, postural alignment, and full joint range of motion, ensuring that strength gains are paired with fluid movement mechanics.
• More Changes: Tone workouts are on a completely different timing format with longer periods under stimulation with built-in rest times. Finally, the specialized two-minute restore phase helps promote post-workout recovery.

Tune in and Tone up

BODY20 Tone offers a 20-minute, high-efficiency workout that respects your time, protects your joints, and delivers the strength results you’ve been chasing. Join us and discover how the fusion of modern EMS technology and movement flow can break your plateau for good.

About the Author

Conrad Sanchez is a leading Whole-Body EMS (WB-EMS) educator and expert with over a decade of experience in the industry. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and specialized certifications from the world’s top EMS manufacturers. When he isn't staying current on the latest WB-EMS research, you can find him helping the next generation of BODY20 members reach their peak potential.

Stay tuned for more deep dives into the science of EMS fitness.