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Unlike many products that we look at, the Contour Ab Belt is a device designed to specifically target a user’s abs. The Contour Ab Belt claims to operate as a “core sculpting system” will help tone and define a user’s abs without any crunches or other traditional ab-related workout routines. This sounds a bit far-fetched to us, but we’ll still take a look at how the Contour claims to work. The Contour Ab Belt is primarily advertised and sold via infomercials that run on television and also on YouTube.
It was actually difficult to find much info regarding the Contour Ab Belt, and it appears that it may have been recalled, or that sales from the manufacturer may have been stopped. We could find no official manufacturers website, nor could we find any reliable ordering info from any vendor. Other electric ab belts were easy to come by, but the Contour belt was not found.
Product Features
Since we couldn’t find any kind of literature for the Contour Ab Belt, it’s difficult to say exactly how it functions. The basic principal seems to be that the belt wraps around the user’s mid-section and sends electric pulses that cause the muscles to contract. It appears that the manufacturers claimed that this would have the same effects on the abs as sit-ups or crunches would. A little more research into the Contour Ab Belt actually yielded some pretty interesting theories on how effective this would be. It seems that the consensus within the medical community, regarding both the Contour product and other weight loss devices based on electronic stimulation, is that they will not burn fat around the mid-section, but they might help with definition. So if you already have ab muscles, these could help you get a sculpted six-pack instead of just a flat stomach, but if you’re trying to deflate a fat tire then the Contour Ab Belt doesn’t have much to offer you.
Advantages
- May help define existing abdominal muscles.
- Some users report effectively using the Contour Ab Belt as a back massager, but this is not the endorsed form of usage for this product.
Disadvantages
- Will not burn calories or fat around the mid-section.
- At the price of $199.95, the Contour Ab Belt is a pretty serious investment.
- Not clear if product has been recalled or if manufacturer is still in business.
- The abs may not be your biggest weight loss “problem area.”
- Battery life for this device has proven an issue for some users. (See reader comments.)
Conclusion
Although it is advertised to a very broad section of the weight loss market, it seems as if the Contour Ab Belt is actually only a viable choice for those who are already in good shape. Scientifically, it is not possible to actually burn calories with this device, but it could conceivably contract existing muscles enough to bring out more definition in a user’s physique. Also, we’re still not sure if this product is currently available. The average dieter would be better off following a sensible exercise routine and diet while boosting results by using an herbal weight loss supplement.
will this strenthen me to help support my lower spinal cord to support my lower back.
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i have the contour ab system….its insane… but yes i am already in some type of good shape, and yes the system does’t burn calories, but it builds muscle with the flexing of them, just as any work out. . im at 30% on 90hz….this is my second day having it… i feel and see results already…it is not a scam….but i dont think u will see fast results if your really chubby…i think this is more for people who already lost a ton of weight and need to get rid of the kangaroo pouch! but with all that being said im satisfied with spending 200$ plus extra gel pads on this system! : )
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does it really work?
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belt doesn’t work
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how do you remove the clip as to replace the batteries?
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It’s pretty hard to get that clip off for battery replacement. You have to be careful not to break the clip, a it’s plastic. You push the little plastic button that releases the clip (from the compartment housing the batters) while simultaneously sliding the clip down with your thumb. I hope this is helpful.
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Can a 14 year old have a contour Ab Belt?
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I don’t know about the Contour Belt, but my daughter found the Flex Belt online. I called in to the belts customer service to ask them if it was ok for a teenager and they said yes. she loves it, btw. here’s where we bought it http://www.theflexbelt.com/?mcp=5165&b=8091
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HOW CAN IT HELP AND HOW MUCH
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my contour belt has quit working haven’t had it a year yet. What can I do?
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how do you install new batteries
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HOW DO YOU CHANGE THE BATTERIES
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Does it work
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