Gold's Gym Waist Trimmer Belt....Does it really work?

Waist trimmers if they did work would leave you with loose skin that even though you may appear skinny, have excess skin hanging around which is just as unsightly as being big in that region.

Running/Walking/time are the only things that can do this properly.

There are a couple of reasons why you should get it if it is cheap and affordable. Other people may offer some solid advice but it may not apply, especially if their advice is geared for them, not you.

P.S. I am Asian so I am using some form of math to figure this out.

My reasoning is you use NPV (Net Present Value) rule. If the cost overall is beneficial, definitely get it. Take this as a rule of thumb.
Cost of belt = X
I am willing to lose this amount of weight = Y (5 lbs, 10 lbs, 15 lbs, etc)
Y/X = Z (amount of pound per $)

Example, if the belt is $5 and you want to lose 10 lbs with it, than you are willing to spend $2 per lbs. Z is 2 lbs. Pretty cost effective if you consider the cost of a monthly gym membership. This calculation is good in general and may help determine other purchases as well.

Now keep in mind that NPV puts a factor of multiple things including the actual cost. So let's add some other "Numbers" to see if it works.

The amount of motivation the belt will give you to work out - A
The amount of support the belt gives you to extend your workout because you have it on - B
The extra physical activities it may spur you to do since you have it on. (example- you feel the belt on so you decide to take the stairs instead of the elevator) - C
Any other factor, add an numerical factor to it.
****Note: You can add negative numbers if you think it will motivate you less or cause you to drink more beer and eat more chicken wings.****

calculate (A+B+C+....etc) - X = Sigma

If sigma is positive, you should purchase it. No matter what. If you spent $10 and lost 1 lbs, is it not worth it? If it is negative, do not purchase it, it means you spent money to gain weight.

If you think it is a recurring or compound positive number, meaning that in every fixed amount of time, you gain the health benefits again, definitely purchase it. Example, loss of 2 lbs every 3 months or losing 4 lbs the next month, 6 lbs in three months, etc.

People, please note that this is a rule of thumb, not a quantitative two sided null hypothesis test with a p-value of .05 so please save the criticism. Unless you are willing to provide a better mathematical proof to replace mine.



Another note : People say things like "Exercise and diet is the best way. You should run 50 miles a week. etc"
A) Those statements don't answer the question you asked.
"Wow, I never knew that!" - said No Body Ever. I'm sure you already know this and are looking to supplement your lifestyle with activity encouraging stuff.
C) People may say "It's only water weight." - It's still a step in the right direction no matter what. "You should definitely not take a step in a direction that may lead you to a healthier life style" - Said no body ever. Except maybe your jealous Ex or Al Qaeda.
D) You probably spend more money on more useless stuff (like non-math related items) so why not?

Sorry for the long post but I tried to be as comprehensive as possible.

I cant speak for anyone else but I have been increasing my work out by jogging right? So I ran for about an hour... I have been feeling the burn in my legs and bootie but not in my belly (my problem area) Soooo yesterday my girl Tonya says... you should go get that wrap.. its real cheap.. I said Ok... We ran yesterday after I bought it with the same sort of outlooks as a lot of others... same length of time (an hour) and ummm.. let me jus say.. my stomach is SORE.. I don't know what it does... I don't care... I feel burn and haven't felt that in for-never.... So that is my testimonial..

The people selling this item are laughing at the buyers.

After reading this thread the only thing I can think is "why am I not a billionaire?"

You cannot spot reduce fat. The only way to get a trimmer belly is overall fat reduction --> Good diet and exercise.

^^^This. Spot reduction of fat is not possible. The body burns fat as it sees fit and placement is determined by genetics. Some spots lose body fat more quickly but by and large genetics determine that. The places that gain first will lose last. Diet and exercise are your best bets and ANYTHING claiming to be a miracle cure is pure snake oil.

Now, that is not to say that you won't see some additional reduced water weight from a product like this. But water weight is not fat and will return almost immediately provided you remain hydrated. But on that note, water weight is counted in lean body mass as it is not actually fat by hydration in muscle tissues or even fat cells.

Good luck on your goals and use whatever means work for you, but now that eating properly and exercise are key and king of fat loss.

I cant speak for anyone else but I have been increasing my work out by jogging right? So I ran for about an hour... I have been feeling the burn in my legs and bootie but not in my belly (my problem area) Soooo yesterday my girl Tonya says... you should go get that wrap.. its real cheap.. I said Ok... We ran yesterday after I bought it with the same sort of outlooks as a lot of others... same length of time (an hour) and ummm.. let me jus say.. my stomach is SORE.. I don't know what it does... I don't care... I feel burn and haven't felt that in for-never.... So that is my testimonial..

It still isn't going to cause you to lose fat around your midsection. That would be spot reducing.

BTW, is your stomach supposed to be sore after running? I've ran competitively for a decade and can honestly say I've never had a "burn" in my abs from it. That doesn't sound right to me, IMHO.

So I was at Walmart last night and saw this Gold's Gym Waist Trimmer Belt....and I'm trying to trim more off my belly and get toner and I was just wondering if this helped or if anyone had any experience with them? Hope ya'll can help me out!! Thanks!! :bigsmile:

I find what works is just hitting weights and eating right. :laugh:

In short, save the money, and bust @$$ in the gym. I sweat plenty fine without the aid of a belt.

The ignorance of some people in this forum is comical. The lady asked if it would help not if it was magical product.
Of course it will help, very little sure diet and exercise are the only necessary ingredient to success. Although there is nothing wrong with wanting to lean out that extra bit by losing water weight while you work to achieve your goals. It's a question you need to ask yourself if the product is worth it, it will do what it says but what it does is only temporary. Water weight will always come back if you're eating the wrong foods as I'm sure all these yo-yo health gurus do on here. I've trained several individuals one of which is now a IFBB pro bikini model and if there is one thing I could offer as advice is give it a shot. If you're really willing to do anything to achieve your goals it's a matter of trial and error everyone is different. Good luck with your journey!

I used one for a yr along with strictly cardio, I didn't feel it did much to make my waist smaller, I just liked the support for my back. However my waist went from 29.5 to 27 in 7 weeks with heavy lifting. At 129lbs my waist is the same size it was at 115lbs when all I did was cardio. My advice and I wish I had followed this sooner, ditch the belt, lift heavy.

Lifting heavy is great advice often overlooked by women.

The ignorance of some people in this forum is comical. The lady asked if it would help not if it was magical product.

The lady also asked this question back in April 2012, and a brand new member bumped this post 4 months after the last response just to talk about this thing. Agree with your first sentence, though.

Haha.... Guilty, it's been a long time since I've been on a forum. That's what I get for a google search on neoprene and falling into a discussion that I couldn't stay out of.

You guys are crazy! Yes the belt has a purpose. It doesn't work in the way you all are talking about it. It ACTUALLY works by forcing a certain posture and training the ab muscles to be in a certain position. All while increasing core temperature, it will also support your core while lifting weights.

So all the magic potion talk is misinformation. Try it and then tell me if you don't see results then come back with your own opinion.

I personally like to reshape my waist from this beer belly i used to have and I feel it forces me to flex my ab muscles thereby training me to slim my own waistline.

Then again having a chest cold and coughing up the mucus is a great core workout for your waist too!

…to each his own…

I read nothing but the title of this post and im going to go with a NO.

Has the sweat belt worked for anyone on here ?

I agree with a lot of comments posted here, that it does help you lose water weight, which you then gain right back. But one thing NO ONE has mentioned is the fact that it restricts your eating portions. My friend bought it for that purpose and since it is constricting, it has worked for her for portion control. Not sure if others wear it for that or just for working out but thought I would share.

nvm