Nestled in Sheffield’s Shalesmoor, Hi-Tech Fitness was founded by Russian wrestling champion and professional coach, Zagir Kaziev. After launching neighbouring Eagle Fight Club six years ago, Zagir wanted to offer a solution for people in Sheffield who struggle to find the time to work out due to busy lifestyles.
The studio, which officially opened for business in November 2019, offers time efficient and high intensity sessions through electrical muscle stimulation (EMS). The first of its kind in Sheffield, EMS exercising once or twice a week for 25 minutes eliminates the need for spending long hours in the gym.
Anyone would be forgiven for thinking EMS can be used to assist the elderly and those recovering from injury. Zagir added: “EMS devices burn calories in significant amounts as most of the body is involved in physical exercise. The heart and respiratory system are working at once, which leads to a greater number of calories burnt. This is especially beneficial for mothers who are trying to get back into shape after childbirth, without heavy training. Studies have shown that training and treatments applying EMS technology can help reduce cellulite. Additionally, the classes are recommended for people with mobility impairments.”
For those who already hit the gym, EMS for muscle strengthening, conditioning for thinking this is a recent discovery, but as Zagir tells us “in fact Soviet scientists used electrical stimulation in the 1950s to train cosmonauts and restore them after returning to Earth. EMS technology has been used for decades in the field of rehabilitation and in the 1970s, it was mastered by the USA, who turned electrical stimulation into a public fitness method.”
Fast forward 50 years and Hi-Tech is offering the latest technology equipment with XBody devices, a friendly approach and expert trainers to support individuals, regardless of age or background, get to their desired fitness levels in a fraction of the time. Zagir explained: “During traditional exercise, the brain and increasing muscle mass can be extremely efficient. It can also be used for preventive and rehabilitation purposes in neurology, orthopaedics, rheumatology and other medical fields. Asymmetric muscles are a common problem for athletes and in these cases, individuals may feel the stimulation stronger in one part or side of their body. This is not an unusual symptom and personalised EMS exercises can be provided by the HiTech team.
Not forgetting the reason fitness enthusiast Zagir Kaziev launched Hi-Tech – to provide a solution for those who are too busy to work out. Due to the effectiveness of XBody EMS training, one 20-minute training equals approximately sends signals to the muscles to bring about contractions. EMS training mimics the action of the central nervous system, activating muscles in the same way, but using external impulses. These are delivered via electrodes onto the skin directly above the muscles.
“The electrical impulses generated by XBody devices cause muscle fibres to contract, and such stimulation can be 30% more effective than normal physical activity. Scientifically proven to achieve fast and sustainable results from day one, the impulses spread to each part of the body, exercising each muscle group, and bypassing the joints entirely.”
So, who is the right person to try it out? Given that the training provides a timed 90 minutes of conventional training (including short breaks between exercises). During the session, between 80% and 90% of all muscles and even hard-to-reach areas are worked out.
What can people expect from the first session? After arriving for the booked appointment at Hi-Tech, one of the friendly trainers will give a briefing on EMS. Clients will then receive a cotton suit to change into and the instructor will assist with a specially fitted EMS suit, which is used to conduct the electric pulses.
Zagir explained: “First time customers will be given pre-exercise instructions to help put them at ease, and then the workout will begin. We will go through a series efficient fitness method, it is recommended for those who have busy lifestyles, such as professionals, and parents with young children, who can often only spare a limited time for exercise. It is also an ideal solution for those who do not want to spend countless hours in the gym in order to reach their training goals, as individuals should start to feel fitter and experience visible results within six sessions of using EMS.
Now we are officially into January, many of us will be thinking about fitness related new year’s resolutions. XBody EMS training can support with strengthening muscles, losing body fat and it can be a solution for skin problems such as cellulite. As there are many programmes available, of exercises, designed to stimulate different muscle groups, and there will be a short relaxation stage. The intensity of impulses will be varied according to fitness level and goals.”
And after the workout, individuals are welcome to use the Hi-Tech facilities and enjoy a refreshing shower with a towel provided – ideal for those who are rushing back to the office!
To find out more about HiTech Fitness call 07707070788 or email hitechxbody@gmail.com. If time efficient and effective workouts sound ideal to achieve those 2020 exercise goals, appointments can be booked hassle free online at www. hitechfitnessuk.com/pages/ pricing
