Abs8 by Slendertone is their newest toning belt and builds on the success of the Abs7 which we have also included in our top 5 list. The Abs8 is designed to be used for 20-30 minutes per day for 5 days per week and promises results in just 4 weeks. Another unisex belt, and a big jump up in terms of the utility. What you get with this toning belt that the cheaper models miss is the ability to use it while you are exercising. It even includes ‘crunch pro’ mode in the electronic controls – giving you Electric Muscle Stimulation that ties in with your action. There are 120 intensity levels, and a more ergonomic design than the cheaper belts. This will allow you to run or do your normal cardio routines while getting that extra EMS assistance.

Slendertone Abs S7 offers the greatest intensity (up to 150) and number of programmes (10). Within those programmes, there are 7 passive programmes (no physical activity required) and 3 active programmes (use the belt while doing exercise). The manufacturers recommend that you use the Slendertone belt five times a week for around half an hour each day. Results should start appearing after the first two months of constant use, provided you have maintained a healthy diet and regular exercise. As part of our Slendertone belt review, we recommend you use the Slendertone belt when you skip a day of working out, or during regular workouts as well. Though if you decide to use it while performing other exercises, it’s best if you keep it at a low resistance level. Pros and Cons to Using the Slendertone Belt A 20 minute session with Abs7 belt = 120 transverse abdominis sit-ups + 120 internal oblique sit-ups + 120 external obliques sit-ups + 120 rectus abdominis sit-ups. All Slendertone products undergo rigorous clinical trials. Slendertone Abs S7 is clinically proven for a firmer and flatter stomach in 4 weeks:

There is 150 different levels of intensity, this is perfect for anyone who is starting out with little ab muscles, you can build up as you get better at your ab recovery as you go. Using the Slendertone ABS7 along with a diet.

We used the Abs8 for 4 weeks, using it for 5 days of 30 minutes per day each week. We used a combination of active and passive programs, some of which were more intense than others and we were able to gradually increase the intensity throughout this time. Ab toning belts are not new to the UK fitness market and although they have had some hard press over the years there is a reason they are still going strong. We take a look at the best ab toning belts available today and also assess whether or not you will benefit from buying one. Slendertone are the household name when it comes to ab toning belts and although they produce some of the more expensive ab toning belts they do produce some of the best. With over 50 years experience and sitting under their parent company’s umbrella of Bio-Medical Research Limited, they have the experience, knowledge and millions of sales to their name.My opinion: If you are not on a tight budget and determined to tighten those abs, then Slendertone belts are worth it. If you are on a smaller budget, or just wanting to give EMS a try and see if it works, then Ab Flex or another relatively unknown brand should work out just fine. This unisex toning belt from Slendertone is designed to show effective results in 4 weeks of regular ab training. The ABS7 is one in a long line of toning belts from Slendertone that uses electronic pulses to contract your muscles to enable them to flex and tone. Slendertone works not just the Rectus and Oblique muscles but also the difficult to activate Transversus that is most effective in flattening your stomach. When you Google Ab Belts you will see whole range of electronic Ab stimulation belts, from a range of companies. The basic idea behind the Ab belt like the Slendertone ABS7 are the electric pulses that go into the muscles. This electric pulse that creates the contraction is timed by the ab belt and the intensity and regularity of the pulses can be adjusted. The result is that the muscle acts just as it would under contraction caused by a workout. The only major difference is there is less calories burned as you are not using your body to exercise. But you muscles are getting worked out.