Requirements for a Bluetooth connection

• The CONNECT EMS Box must be charged and turned on. You can tell by a bright green/blue LED light
• Turn on the CONNECT EMS Box by pressing the button (a slight indentation in the middle) for 2 seconds. The LED will light up blue
• To turn off, press the button for about 6 seconds
• Your location must be enabled for the app so the Bluetooth signal can be processed correctly
• You will NOT find the CONNECT EMS Box in your usual Bluetooth settings on your phone because we use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

Navigation and settings of the EMS impulses

1. Program selection
2. Reset - sets all intensities to "ZERO"
3. Select/Deselect all intensities per muscle group
4. Increase all activated intensities per muscle group
5. Decrease all activated intensities per muscle group
6. Start/Pause - Start or pause your training
7. Activate/Deactivate muscle groups by clicking on the muscle name
8. Bluetooth menu - Tap the icon here to connect the CONNECT EMS Box
9. Active training time
10. The green dots indicate which electrodes are actually activated

Settings under “Parameters”

The parameters are already preset with default settings. If you click on + or -, you can vary the parameters highlighted in black.
The following programs ("modes") are already preinstalled on the eaglefit EMS SYSTEM App:

Fitness

Please select the setting “4/2”, meaning a pulse duration of 4 seconds and a 2-second pause. Ideally, you contract the muscle for 4 seconds during training and relax it for 2 seconds.

The fitness program is optimal for building large-volume white skeletal muscle. It can increase your maximum strength and promote muscle growth. Your white skeletal muscle is best trained with 6-8 repetitions per muscle group at about 80% of maximum strength. The impulses are delivered at a frequency of 85 Hz to the respective muscle group without stressing joints, ligaments, or tendons with heavy training weights. The pulse width in this program is 350 µs.

Fitness training should be combined with exercises and can be well supported, for example, with sling training or HIIT training.

Recommended training:

• Strength / weight training

• few repetitions (6-8)
• 1 set per muscle group

Metabolism / Cardiovascular

Please select a pause time of 0 seconds to create a continuous impulse. The pulse duration setting then does not matter.

The metabolic program, which primarily trains the red endurance muscles, can be specifically used for muscle toning. It is our classic endurance/athletics program. Activation of the slow-twitch muscle fibers can reduce fat and increase muscle definition. The training frequency is 7 Hz with a pulse width of 350 µs.

This program is ideal for warming up and improving circulation and metabolism. The metabolic training should ideally be combined with endurance exercises such as:

• Nordic walking
• Jogging
• Cycling
• Exercises on cardio machines
• Yoga
• Static exercises (do not set intensity too high)

Relaxation

Please select the setting “1/1”, meaning a pulse duration and a pause of 1 second each.

This program produces gentle muscle twitches and promotes muscle recovery, faster regeneration , and is also used for functional restoration after illnesses. At a training frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 150 µs, tension can be released and muscles supplied with nutrients.

You can use the relaxation program for 5-10 minutes after an intense workout (with or without EMS) or after a tiring day for 10-30 minutes at a moderate intensity, for example simply on the sofa.

Choose a low intensity here – the impulse should provide a pleasant, massaging sensation.

Individual

Choose the settings individually according to your preferences or therapeutic recommendations.
Advanced users can freely adjust all parameters (pulse frequency, pulse depth, pulse duration, pause, and training duration) with this program. Frequencies from 1 - 120 Hz and pulse depths from 50 - 400 µs are possible here.

Deep Core for deep muscles near the spine

This training program is specifically designed for gentle but targeted strengthening of the deep muscles near the spine. The goal is to activate the deep stabilizing muscles in the back to relieve the discs and support the spine in the long term.

Effect:
The program creates a steady alternation of muscle tension and relaxation. Through moderate impulses at 27 Hz, primarily muscle endurance and stability are improved. The comparatively long pulse duration ensures an intensive yet gentle load, while the short pauses allow for even blood circulation and regeneration.

Application Area:
- Support for back pain related to disc problems
- Strengthening of the deep core muscles
- Prevention of poor posture and muscular imbalances
- Suitable for beginners as well as for people in rehabilitation

Video Training

In this program, you can have training exercises demonstrated by an avatar and create a small workout plan from pre-made exercises. The special feature is that you can choose a different frequency and pulse depth for each training. Simply hold your finger over the desired exercise for two to three seconds until the preview image highlights, then you can drag it into the row below and arrange it. You can also remove exercises from the row in the same way.

Fat Burning

Please select a pulse duration of 4 seconds and a “pause” of 2 seconds for the setting. In this special program, you combine the benefits of the fitness and metabolism programs. During the active phase, you train with 60 Hz for maximum strength, and in the passive phase (pause phase), the endurance muscles are stimulated with 7 Hz. This way, you alternately challenge both muscle fiber types in one program.

Explosive Strength

You use this program for muscle building. The special feature here is that 100% of the set pulse intensity is delivered from second 1 (ramp=0). This setting is especially effective for athletes with explosive movements (for example golf), ball sports, or reactive sports.

mobility

The app setting for eaglefit EMS SYSTEM The app for mobility training is based on a special EMS program specifically designed to support muscle length and mobility training (Mobility) was developed. The training is designed for gentle muscle stimulation to stretching ability, range of motion and neuromuscular coordination to improve without overloading the muscles.

Characteristics of the app setting for mobility training:

• High frequency (120 Hz): This supports gentle muscle activation without strong contractions and is ideal for sustained movements and stretching exercises.
• Long pulse duration (350 µs): This reaches the muscles in depth, which is especially beneficial for muscle length training and mobility exercises.
• Gentle pulse strength: The intensity is individually adjustable and chosen to create a pleasantly noticeable muscle tension – ideal to support mobilization without pain or fatigue.
• Dynamic pulse patterns (front and back chain): You can optionally activate the front or back chain with just one click. This way, you automatically feel and activate the right muscles.
• Duration of intervals: With the preset, you activate the selected muscle chain for 30 seconds each and can take the other position during the 15-second pause. Training ideas for muscle length training can be found here: https://www.eaglefit.de/blogs/news/ems-in-kombination-mit-muskellangentraining

Goal of the setting:

EMS support during mobility exercises helps relax tense muscles, improvement of mobility and through the additional neuromuscular activation also the Effectiveness of the training to increase – especially in combination with targeted stretching and mobilization exercises.

Pulse depth

With "Pulse depth" you can set how long the pulse lasts that you set under "Frequency." This value can only be configured in the "Individual" parameter. A single electrical pulse can last 50-400 µs.

The higher this value is set, the deeper the pulse penetrates the muscle. For example, you can optimally target large muscles like the thigh muscles, glutes, or back muscles with a pulse depth of 350 µs.

Pulse duration

Pulse duration in seconds, adjustable from 1 - 40 seconds (indicated by a green number counting down during training).

Pause

Pause duration: 0-40 seconds (indicated by a red number counting down).

Training

For most training programs, we recommend a duration of about 20 minutes per session.

Frequency

The number of impulses per second. For example, in the training program “Fitness,” the muscles contract and relax 85 times per second.

How the electrodes on the forearms and calves work:

The further we move away from the center of the body, the more sensitive the muscles react to electrical impulses and the more moderate the intensity should be. For this reason, the forearm electrodes on the CONNECT Suit are coupled with the biceps control and the calf electrodes with the hamstring control. Even without separate control, forearms and calves are already activated via nearby nerve pathways. The additional electrodes specifically enhance this natural effect, so that forearms and calves are effectively and at the same time very pleasantly trained – optimally integrated into the entire EMS training.

Putting on and taking off

The CONNECT EMS components (Suit, Pants & Vest) are available in sizes 3XS to 4XL. It is important to choose a perfectly fitting size so that the electrodes lie close to the body. The CONNECT EMS components can be used as both dry and wet components. When used as dry equipment, the product is worn directly on bare skin, without underwear or other (sports) clothing. The electrodes do not need to be wetted and should be placed directly on the muscle to be stimulated. The close contact with the skin ensures optimal transmission of the current to the muscle.

For the electrodes of the dry equipment to transmit energy through your skin to your nerves and muscles, a very thin moisture film is required. For some skin types, it is enough to wear the product for two to three minutes, while other skin types need to warm up for five minutes with jumping jacks, burpees, or sit-ups before the impulse strength can be increased. If the moisture film is missing, you may feel an unpleasant, slight stinging on the skin surface. In this case, reduce the impulse strength on that muscle group and do some more jumping jacks or squats before increasing the intensity. With heavy body hair or very dry skin, stimulation may be impaired. In this case, you can lightly moisten the skin in the relevant areas with a cloth or use our Electrode Spray.

The CONNECT EMS Suit is closed with a zipper on the back, while the CONNECT EMS Vest has the zipper on the front. To make it easier to put on the Suit, pull the zipper up using the attached cord and hold the bottom end of the zipper with your other hand. This tightens the zipper so you can easily pull it up by the cord. At the bottom end, there is a small square fabric patch attached to the Suit with a Velcro fastener. You can remove this, place the zipper cord over the Velcro, and reattach the fabric patch. This way, the cord won’t dangle during training. If the Suit or Pants don’t fit well in some areas, you can purchase Velcro straps for the arms and legs in our shop or use the supplied hip belt for the lower back to press it against the skin in those areas. The Vest has various buckles that allow you to adjust its fit. Alternatively, you can wear tight-fitting clothing over the CONNECT EMS components to achieve the same effect.

After training, open the zipper and take off the Suit by rolling it inside out. You also take off the Pants in the same way, while you remove the Vest normally. Then wash your CONNECT EMS components according to the washing instructions or let them air out on a hanger.

Training and exercises

In general: If you feel unwell, stop training immediately and consult a doctor if necessary. Never train if you feel unwell or are sick.

Even in case of problems or malfunctions of the CONNECT EMS system, the training must be stopped. Contact the manufacturer in case of technical issues.

1. Warm-up

As with any fitness training, the muscles should also be prepared for the upcoming load before EMS training. Warming up leads to the following effects:

• Conductivity between electrodes and skin increases with light sweating
• Increase in core body temperature
• Improvement of energy supply processes in the muscle
• Increased production of joint lubricant
• Increase motivation and focus on the upcoming training

We recommend a short endurance session for warming up, such as some jumping jacks, burpees, or three to five minutes on the stationary bike.
Here you can already set and activate weak impulses.

2. Training/Exercises

In general, you can perform all movements and workouts with the CONNECT EMS components indoors and outdoors in dry weather. Your imagination is the only limit. Jogging, boxing, yoga, sling training, functional training, HIIT, or bodyweight training. Only moisture (e.g., rain) should be avoided with the Suit.

As a suggestion, your order includes a training poster showing exercise options for the entire body using your own body weight.

3. Stretching

After the workout session, you should stretch for 2-3 minutes – optionally combined with the “Relaxation” program.

Stretching has the following effects:

• Reduction of muscle tone
• Improved breakdown of metabolic products
• Improved muscle regeneration
• Promotion of mobility