A new fitness fad is all about catching a vibe. Vibrating plates, or vibration plate machines, have been trending on social media as a potentially effective method for losing weight and burning fat.

Lifting, running and stretching might be in your typical rotation of workouts. But have you heard of using a vibration plate — aka “vibing” — as a form of exercise? Picture this: You put on your gym ...

TikTok influencers are crediting vibration plates for weight loss, improved balance, muscle recovery and better circulation. One influencer said her body was "craving" the vibration plate while she ...

Proponents of vibration plates claim they may help people burn more fat and build more muscle. However, there is limited research comparing the benefits of exercising on a vibration plate with those ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Vibration plates are everywhere right now, so much so that their prevalence was the butt of a joke in a ...

Dr. Valerie Cholet is a Professor of Kinesiology. She earned her doctorate at Penn State University and has taught in higher education for over 20 years. Her areas of specialization include Exercise ...

To avoid injury before you hit the gym, personal trainer, Aaron Small, PhD offers these hamstring and calf stretches. 111.879 Aaron Small, Physical Therapist: Gym Smarts: Stretching Part One First ...

Vibration plates have become a popular exercise trend, but do they work? There are claims that vibration plates, which offer full-body vibration can help with weight loss and gaining strength. But is ...

TikTok influencers claim they’re an easy route to fitness. Here’s what the science suggests. By Katie Mogg By standing on a vibrating plate roughly the size of a bathroom scale, you could shed pounds ...