EMS Personal Training
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
EMS pairs structured movement with precisely controlled electrical impulses to recruit more muscle fibers in less time.
What EMS provides that traditional strength training can’t - in 15 minutes.
EMS doesn't just mimic conventional strength work—it triggers distinct physiological adaptations at the cellular and neurological level.
Cellular energy production
Mitochondrial biogenesis.
EMS creates intense metabolic demand that triggers your cells to build more mitochondria—the powerhouses responsible for sustained energy output and metabolic efficiency. This means higher fat burn, better stamina for muscle gain, and positive impacts on insulin sensitivity regarding processing sugar and preventing fat storage.
Metabolic efficiency
Enhanced oxidative capacity.
By increasing oxidative enzyme activity, EMS helps your cells convert glucose and fatty acids into ATP more efficiently — aka: training your cells to burn sugar and fat for energy.
Neural recruitment
Direct access to power fibers.
EMS bypasses the body's normal recruitment hierarchy, directly stimulating nerve branches to activate high-threshold motor units — effectively hot-wiring your power muscles, forcing your most explosive muscle fibers to work without having to lift heavy weights.
Safety & adherence
Safe, joint-friendly, and easy to stick with.
- Considered safe: Able to be utilized in all ages, fitness levels, and even as a restorative approach for those who have injury!
- High adherence: The minimum requirement to achieve results is just 15 minutes, once a week. This greatly reduces the available excuses used when trying to develop exercise routines. As your body adapts or you want those higher level gains - 2 to 3 times a week means just 30-45 minutes total!
Comparing strength gains.
What does the research say about comparing strength gains using EMS compared to traditional resistance training programs? By itself, weight bearing EMS training is effective in developing strength equivalent to 60 minutes of lifting weights in the gym. When used together (with EMS typically using weight that is 4x less than just weight lifting alone), it outperforms traditional strength training in just a fraction of the required time.
Values shown are illustrative, based on trends from multiple studies, and are not intended as exact figures or promises of outcome.
Effective for
Healthy & sedentary adults
A starting point that fits your schedule.
Older adults
Strength, function, and joint comfort.
Postmenopausal/Postpartuml Women
Supporting bone density, pelvic floor, and muscle.
How we think about EMS at Pulse Vitae.
E-Fit Connect Pro EMS suites are a powerful tool. At Pulse Vitae, we use it as part of a broader strategy that can include traditional resistance training, physical therapy, or wellness & beauty, depending on your needs and interests. Sessions are supervised, intensity is progressed gradually, and your overall health and medical history are always part of the decision-making process.
Reach out to a staff member regarding contraindications if you have any concerns on eligibility to participate in our EMS program.
Ready to experience EMS?
Start with a guided session at Pulse Vitae.
Your first step is a structured, trainer-led session where we dial in intensity, understand your goals, and decide how EMS fits into your broader training and recovery plan.