What makes your suit stand out compared to other EMS systems out there?
- The Nuzuna Powersuit has 24 electrodes, most other suits have limited electrode options.
- The Nuzuna Powersuit is wireless (i.e., no cables) training to enable full freedom of body movement and choice of dry training location, both indoors and outdoors.
- The Nuzuna Powersuit integrates with IOS technology.
- No wetting of the electrodes with water or gels before training.
- Individualization of user settings through a choice of training programs, muscle-targeting options, sensation, and intensity levels as well as stimulation and rest times.
- Choice of individual or simultaneous muscle stimulations to activate up to 90% of a body‘s muscle fibers.
- Low, middle, high EMS Frequencies low compared to fixed low frequency competitors.
- Two-way communication to enable real-time and biofeedback stimulation adjustments.
- Trainee ratio of 1 to 8 simultaneous users depending on the Nuzuna System model.
- Nuzuna is conducting ongoing research and development to continue development of EMS technology and its applications to fitness and rehabilitation.
Can you walk me through how the EMS and EMA tech actually works in practice—how deep does it go and how’s it different from surface stimulation?
Please see Appendix A for a comprehensive comparison of EMS and EMA.
How does the system adjust for different body types or fitness levels? Is it truly personalized?
The user can control individual electrodes independently, allowing the user to customize the intensity of the muscular stimulation.
How do the sensors know how much intensity to apply—and is there real-time feedback happening during a session?
The user can control individual electrodes independently, allowing the user to choose a level of stimulation that is comfortable. Over time and with improved fitness, higher intensity levels can be used.
Is the data just for tracking, or does the system actually adjust itself based on what it’s picking up?
The Nuzuna Powersuit has two-way communication to enable real-time and biofeedback stimulation adjustments.
What kind of results are people seeing after 4-6 weeks? Any specific success stories?
A Powersuit user should see demonstrable results in a short timeframe. Users have reported losing 15-30 lbs over a 6-week timeframe. One example of improvement over a longer timeframe is shown in the Facebook post below.
Have you tested performance when combining the suit with traditional workouts vs. using EMS alone?
Many users combine traditional workout routines (isometric, weight training, endurance, etc…) with the EMS Powersuit. Because the Powersuit is activating 90% of muscle fibers, the user can achieve similar results in less time with less weight or stress. The Powersuit has eight separate programs and 64 subprograms that stimulate different muscle groups with differing levels of frequency and intensity.
You mentioned 20 minutes in the suit equals 3–4 hours of gym time—how’d you arrive at that comparison?
The calculation is based on calorie burn. Because the EMS Powersuit stimulates smaller as well as larger muscles, calorie burn is accelerated. Consequently, the caloric impact of 20 minutes of exercise is equivalent to 3-4 hours of gym time. The user’s heart rate is maintained at a level that maximizes benefits, depending on the objectives of the user (strength, endurance, flexibility, etc…)
Are you collecting data over time to show long-term improvements in strength, mobility, or posture?
Yes. There are also many National Institute of Health and other prominent organization studies that document the measurable benefits of EMS for strength, endurance, and flexibility.
Rehab — are there cases where this helped someone recover faster?
Nuzuna has a version of the Powersuit that can be used for bedridden patients who do not have the mobility for more traditional exercise. The following link shows the benefits of EMS for a Cerebral Palsey patient.
What’s the experience like for a first-time user? How do you make sure people don’t overdo it?
Nuzuna provides 2-3 training sessions for each user. The sessions can be conducted in person or via Zoom or any other video conference technology. It is important that the user start out at lower frequencies and then increase intensity over time.
How do you guide people to get the settings right for their goals — strength, fat burn, recovery, etc.?
The user sets the settings for the Powersuit depending on their goals including strength, fat burn, recovery, massage.
Are there warm-up protocols, or can someone just suit up and go?
The user can warm-up with stretching or light exercise. The key is to elevate the heart rate and create perspiration.
How often do people actually use the suit in real life — what’s the sweet spot for frequency?
The Powersuit is intended for use only 2 to 3 times a week in order for muscles to recover sufficiently prior to the next session.
Is there anything users consistently get wrong or misunderstand when starting out?
Yes. Users typically start off with too high intensity settings or do not warm up prior to use.
Have you run into any side effects or user complaints that weren’t obvious at first?
Nuzuna has had minimal complaints from users. The typical side effects are muscle soreness that can be minimized by ensuring that the user warms up prior to activating the suit, increasing the intensity over time.
Are there users with implants or chronic injuries using this safely?
Yes – the EMS Powersuit can be used safely with implants. However, it is not recommended for users that have pacemakers or other electrical medical devices.
Would you ever see this being integrated into physical therapy, or is it strictly fitness-focused right now?
Yes. The EMS Powersuit is already integrated into physical therapy. It can prevent muscle atrophy while a patient is recovering from knee, hip, shoulder, or other seromuscular surgeries.
If someone’s recovering from surgery or an injury, how do you make sure the system supports — not stresses — their recovery?
The EMS systems is intended to provide gentle stimulation that can be adjusted by the user. Professional models provide more intense stimulation and are not intended for casual users. Patients recovering from serious injury or surgery should consult a medical professional prior to and during treatment.
How are you managing remote users or soldiers training on their own? Is there tracking or accountability?
The Nuzuna Technology System collects data that can be tracked for all users. The data can be summarized by individual or groups for review by senior officers or performance specialists.
What’s been the reaction from users in high-stress roles—pilots, firefighters, special ops?
See the video below for a reaction from a former Navy Seal.
How rugged is the suit — can it hold up in extreme heat or cold, or tight/confined spaces?
The Nuzuna Powersuit can be used in any dry training location, both indoors and outdoors. The Powersuit can be wet or drenched in sweat but not submerged in water.
What’s next for the suit? Any updates or new features coming soon?
Nuzuna has developed additional products including EMS vests, pants, gloves, and socks. The gloves and socks are useful for treating neuropathy, a common condition among older adults. Pants are popular with women who prefer to concentrate training on the stomach and lower body. The Vest is helpful for isolating upper body muscles only.
Are you exploring integration with other wearables or fitness apps?
The Nuzuna Powersuit integrates with IOS technology.
Could you eventually build in AI that adapts workouts in real time based on someone’s performance or fatigue?
The Nuzuna is continually improving the Technology System. Management is continually attending biohacking meetings and conferences to assess complimentary technologies and products.
Any thoughts on expanding to sports teams, clinics, or even insurance-backed health programs?
The Nuzuna Powersuit is used by many professional athletes for warmup and warm down before and after practice and games as well as for strength and endurance training. The Nuzuna Powersuit is approved for use within the Veterans Administration. Several health insurance companies have approved use of the Nuzuna Technology System as a benefit.