The Benefits and Impact of EMS Technology on Health Optimization

In this episode of Biohacking Eve - Health Optimization for Women with Judith Mueller, guest Bjoern Woltermann, founder and CEO of Katalyst, discusses the groundbreaking effects of Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) technology. The discussion includes insights into a study from the University of Erlangen showcasing EMS's efficacy in improving bone density and muscle strength in elderly women. Bjoern shares his personal journey of discovering EMS and how it transformed his back pain and fitness level. The conversation also delves into the broader benefits of EMS, including its applications for aging women, muscle mass retention, recovery from injuries, and even space missions. Additional topics include EMS's impact on female health issues like osteoporosis, sarcopenia, postnatal recovery, and pelvic floor strength, as well as potential contraindications and the future of integrating Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) technology with EMS.

00:00 Introduction to EMS and Bone Health Study

01:05 Welcome to Biohacking Eve with Judith Mueller

01:31 Meet Bjoern Woltermann: Founder of Katalyst

01:52 Understanding EMS Technology

03:01 Bjoern's Personal Journey with EMS

13:57 The Impact of EMS on Muscle and Bone Health

25:09 EMS and Women's Health: Menopause and Beyond

29:07 EMS for Postnatal Recovery and Pelvic Floor Health

35:51 The Role of EMS in Recovery and Rehabilitation

37:40 The Origins and Safety of EMS

38:25 Selective Muscle Activation and Recovery

40:32 Addressing Muscle Imbalances

42:02 EMS Training for Tendons and Ligaments

45:13 Katalyst: The Smart Home Training System

49:47 The Katalyst Suit: Design and Functionality

01:02:35 Training Recommendations and Schedules

01:09:00 Safety and Contraindications

01:10:01 Exploring Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

01:11:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links:

Katalyst: https://bit.ly/KatalystBE

Bjoern's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwoltermann/

Erlangen Study: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/245024223_Effekte_eines_Ganzkorper-Elektromyostimulations-Trainings_auf_die_Knochendichte_eines_Hochrisikokollektivs_fur_Osteopenie_Eine_randomisierte_Studie_mit_schlanken_und_sportlich_inaktiven_Frauen

Menopause episode: https://youtu.be/NX0-mmnCuDc?si=Et4DnzX5ALdgwktr

Sarcopenia episode: https://youtu.be/9kimNmpRbXM?si=Urg6h7wt5Rc-gv2Y

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