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 ...

Whole-body vibration enthusiasts promise everything from fat loss to stronger bones. Learn what the clinical research actually says about the health benefits of vibration plates.

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 ...

If you’re not familiar with vibration plates, here’s a primer: Picture a platform not much bigger than a bathroom scale. Then imagine yourself standing on it, your body jiggling from the machine’s ...