How EMS Works: 7 Shocking Facts About Electric Muscle Stimulation

by Sep 10, 2018EMS Training

Ever wondered how EMS works and why more people are swapping traditional gym routines for this science-backed, time-saving training method?

Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) isn’t just a fitness trend — it’s a game-changing approach to body transformation that mimics your body’s natural movement system, then amplifies it for faster, more efficient results.

At BODY TIME, we’ve helped thousands of clients discover the power of EMS training. Whether your goal is fat lossmuscle gain, or rehabilitation, EMS can supercharge your progress with just 20 minutes per week.

Let’s break down how EMS works and explore 7 shocking facts that show why this method is smarter, safer, and more effective than conventional training.

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1. How EMS Works: It Amplifies Your Body’s Natural Signals

Your brain naturally sends bio-electrical impulses to your muscles to contract them and create movement. That’s how walking, lifting, or even smiling works.

EMS simply amplifies these signals externally by using low-frequency electrical currents delivered through electrodes placed on your skin.

These impulses trigger deep and surface muscle contractions—just like your brain would—but with much more power and precision.

2. EMS Activates Up to 98% of Your Muscles

Traditional workouts engage only about 50–60% of your muscle fibers at any given time. But with EMS, you can activate up to 98% of your muscles simultaneously.

This includes deep stabilizing muscles that are hard to reach through regular exercise — giving you:

  • Faster toning
  • Better posture
  • More efficient strength development

It’s maximum results with minimal time investment.

3. EMS Makes Every Move More Powerful

When combined with functional exercises, EMS turns each basic movement into a supercharged contraction. Whether you’re doing squats, lunges, or simple arm raises, your muscles are working harder and deeper than ever before.

This dual-stimulation effect makes EMS:

  • Highly effective for body shaping
  • Perfect for time-efficient workouts
  • Ideal for muscle definition and toning

Just 20 minutes a week can match or outperform a 90-minute gym workout.

4. EMS Is Gentle on Joints and Perfect for Rehab

Because EMS stimulates the muscle directly, there’s no need for heavy weights or joint-straining exercises.

That makes EMS:

  • Safer for seniors
  • Ideal for post-injury recovery
  • Perfect for those with joint or ligament issues

Explore our Injury Recovery & Rehabilitation program designed to help people train pain-free, safely, and effectively.

5. Scientifically Proven and Medically Certified

The effectiveness of EMS is backed by decades of research. EMS Training Studies and Scientific Proven show how it improves:

  • Muscle strength
  • Endurance
  • Fat reduction
  • Blood circulation

Originally used in physical therapy and sports rehab, EMS is now a trusted solution for athletesdoctors, and fitness enthusiasts alike.

6. Train Anywhere — At the Studio, Office, or Home

At BODY TIME, our EMS sessions are supervised by certified trainers who adjust intensity, monitor form, and tailor every session to your goals.

Prefer to train on your own time? Meet iBody — the Smart EMS Home Training System made in Germany. It offers:

  • Portable training
  • App-controlled intensity
  • Results in just 20 minutes a week

Want to turn EMS into your business? Visit BODY TIME X to learn about EMS franchising, iBody distribution, and smart fitness solutions for professionals.

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7. Founded by Industry Pioneer Norbert Simonis

Behind BODY TIME’s EMS success is NORBERT SIMONIS, an entrepreneur and EMS fitness visionary with over 15 years of experience and 35+ global locations.

His mission? To make high-tech fitness accessible, safe, and ultra-effective, so you can reach your goals without wasting time or risking injury.

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Final Thought: Now You Know How EMS Works

How EMS works isn’t complicated — it’s your body’s natural communication system amplified for better results.

It’s not magic — it’s science. And now, with BODY TIME and iBody, it’s also convenient, affordable, and globally available.

Ready to feel it for yourself?
Fill out the form on our website — and we’ll contact you within minutes to schedule your first EMS session and show you how 20 minutes a week can transform your body and life.

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