Vintage Exercise Machines That Look Like Torture Devices

The Electric Muscle Stimulator

Claiming to build muscle without exercise, this helmet-like device sent electrical currents through your body, making muscles twitch involuntarily. It promised effortless strength gains, attracting those unwilling to sweat at the gym.

However, the shock therapy was often painful and sometimes dangerous. Users reported skin burns, muscle cramps, and heart palpitations. Without proper regulation, these machines became infamous for doing more harm than good. Today’s electrical muscle stimulators are far safer and scientifically tested.

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