Operating Instructions for the STUDIO EMS System
Congratulations on choosing the eaglefit STUDIO EMS system.
This high-quality electrical muscle stimulation training device was developed with extensive expertise to enable you to perform highly efficient EMS fitness training.
To get the most out of the system and, above all, to eliminate hazards and risks, be sure to read these instructions and follow the described rules of conduct.
We hope you enjoy using the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System.
Your eaglefit Team
Safety Instructions
Intended Use
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS system is a training system based on highly efficient electrical muscle stimulation (EMS), designed for studio use under the supervision of a trainer with the relevant specialist knowledge. By combining the dry suit, HUB, Box, and eaglefit STUDIO EMS app, you can conduct either EMS personal training or group training with up to 10 clients at the same time. This operating manual introduces you step by step to the training and how to use the system, and provides valuable tips and advice for your EMS training. Please note that the manufacturer must instruct you or your trainer in the proper use of the system before it is used for the first time.
To put your eaglefit STUDIO EMS system into commercial operation, observe the NiSV* regulations in force since 01.01.2021.
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS system is exclusively a training and fitness device, not a medical product.
eaglefit STUDIO EMS systems meet the legal and technical requirements of the Ordinance on Protection against the Harmful Effects of Non-Ionizing Radiation for operating devices that use non-ionizing radiation on people for cosmetic or other non-medical purposes under Section 3(3) NiSV. There are several requirements (training, proof of specialist knowledge, installation, notification, etc.) that the manufacturer has taken into account. We support you with the relevant documents and recommendations.
*Ordinance on Protection against the Harmful Effects of Non-Ionizing Radiation in Human Applications
Improper Use
Read the operating instructions and all information and warnings carefully to prevent personal injury and property damage and avoid dangerous situations. If you do not follow the instructions and information on proper use, eaglefit GmbH accepts no liability for any resulting personal injury or property damage. In addition, the warranty will be void in such cases.
Before use, always check your eaglefit STUDIO EMS System for proper functioning and damage, and contact the manufacturer or your dealer immediately if you notice anything unusual.
Training with the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System must only be carried out in a dry environment. Avoid environments with very high humidity where your clients could come into contact with water (e.g. in the rain, near bathtubs, etc.).
People under 14 years of age, or those with heart problems or other cardiovascular diseases, electrical implants, metabolic disorders (e.g. type I or II diabetes, thyroid, liver, or kidney diseases), cancer, an abdominal wall or inguinal hernia, or who are pregnant or undergoing chemotherapy, MUST NOT do this training! We recommend EMS training only for adults.
You can find the safety data sheet for our product here: view safety data sheet
Risks and contraindications
Although no heart rhythm disorders have ever occurred during training with an eaglefit STUDIO EMS System, legislation requires us to warn of a residual risk. Training with the STUDIO EMS System is not recommended in cases of existing heart rhythm disorders, as it may otherwise be life-threatening.
Absolute contraindications
- Acute illnesses, bacterial infections, or inflammatory processes
- Recent surgery (< 2 months)
- Arteriosclerosis, arterial circulatory disorders
- Stents or bypasses that have been in place for less than 6 months
- Untreated high blood pressure
- Diabetes mellitus
- Pregnancy
- Electrical implants, e.g. pacemakers
- Tumors or cancer
- Bleeding disorders, tendency to bleed (hemophilia)
- Neurological diseases, epilepsy, or multiple sclerosis
- Abdominal wall or inguinal hernias
- Heart rhythm disorders
Relative contraindications
- Acute back problems without a diagnosis
- Acute neuralgia, herniated discs
- Implants (prostheses)
- Diseases of the internal organs (especially the kidneys)
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Epilepsy (seizure-free for more than 12 months)
- Motion sickness
- Large fluid accumulations in the body, edema
- Open skin injuries, wounds, eczema, burns
- Varicosis, varicose veins
- Acute effects of alcohol, drugs, or intoxicants
- Taking medication
If there is one absolute or several relative contraindications, the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System must not be used. Training despite existing contraindications can lead to anything from minor injuries to death. We expressly point out that training must not be carried out if any of the listed contraindications apply.
Before their first training session, new customers must be informed about the contraindications during an anamnesis consultation. If in doubt, please ask them to seek medical advice about whether EMS training is suitable for them.
Electrical hazards
If you find damage to any of the components, you must not use the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System. Handle it with exceptional care to prevent damage to the materials or cables. This means:
- Never use the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System in wet environments
- Do not clamp or kink the cables, and do not place heavy objects on them
- Customers remove all piercings or similar items from the training area before training
Damage must be reported to the manufacturer. The manufacturer will then decide what to do next.
Meaning and how it works
Training using electrical muscle stimulation (electromyostimulation), also known as EMS training, is based on the targeted stimulation of striated muscles using electrical impulses. This simulates natural muscle activation. This activation causes the muscle fibers to contract without receiving a signal from the central nervous system (CNS). Normally, the brain sends the commands for a contraction. During physical exertion, these electrical impulses are sent to the muscles via the nerves. Because the impulses used in EMS training are so similar to those of the CNS, the muscle cannot distinguish their origin, causing it to contract; in other words, the command to contract is sent to the muscle via the electrodes built into the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit. During EMS training, rhythmic stimuli or impulses act on the muscles being trained, causing them to tense and relax in a targeted way. In physiotherapy, electrical stimuli are usually used to train only individual muscles or muscle groups, without also performing movements or fitness exercises.
For this reason, we have combined full-body EMS training with targeted exercises. This also trains your coordination. The increase in strength can be applied to a specific movement. In addition, full-body training strengthens the agonists, antagonists, and stabilizing muscles, which are difficult to reach and influence with conventional training alone. This helps prevent muscular imbalances, which can occur when training individual large muscle groups one-sidedly.
Furthermore, simultaneous muscle activation can prevent or correct protective postures, avoiding improper strain. The ability to incorporate additional exercises during EMS training can improve intra- and intermuscular coordination as well as motor skills. Another positive effect of the additional exercises is that the tendons, ligaments, and joints adapt to the strength gains achieved by the muscles. Since muscle contraction does not require heavy weights, this form of full-body training is very gentle on the joints.
Observed positive effects of EMS training
EMS and movement
- Unlike static muscle activity, dynamic muscle activity improves blood flow and lymphatic circulation
- Physical activity improves the tensile strength of tendons and the nourishment of articular cartilage
- Tendons, ligaments, and articular cartilage are strengthened, and bone mineral content and size increase
- Eccentric strength training in particular affects connective tissue (tendons and ligaments)
- Tendon and ligament damage can be repaired more quickly through targeted activity
- These changes make the trainee’s body more resilient and protect it from injury
EMS and functional training
- Full-body training (muscles, tendons, ligaments)
- Learning and performing the movements take center stage
- Based on stabilizing the body, especially the core muscles
- Can be supplemented with various training equipment (e.g., Sling-Trainer, balance pad, kettlebell, exercise ball)
EMS and sling training
- Full-body exercises and isolation exercises for individual muscles
- The training intensity can easily be varied by changing the angle relative to the Sling-Trainer’s anchor point
- Training stabilizer muscles with unstable grip straps, which is further intensified by a pulley
- Wide variety of exercises thanks to the pulley
- Requires little space
- Easy to set up and take down
EMS and outdoor training
- Training with your clients takes center stage. You can train outdoors in the fresh air in small or larger groups
- Full-body exercises
- Exercise intensity varies based on your body weight, the terrain, or everyday objects
- Additional psychological benefits of training outdoors
- Motivation through variety
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide for Your New eaglefit STUDIO EMS System
- Charge the box and HUB until the LED turns green
- Download the eaglefit STUDIO app from the app store.
- In personal training, under “Individual,” create a profile for each customer by selecting “Create new.”
- Hand out the Suits to trainees so they can put them on (wear no clothing or heavily dampened sportswear under the Suit).
- Connect the HUB to the tablet via Bluetooth.
- Switch on one or more boxes (press gently with your index finger into the small indentation between the logo and the LED for 2 seconds) and attach them to the Suit. You can identify connected boxes by the small black dot below the number in the position bar from 1 to 10 in the app. Each STUDIO Box has a fixed number from 1 to 10, which you can find on the back (e.g., KA09).
- Under “Parameters,” select the setting for the planned training session (fitness/cardio, …) and press “Start.”
- Adjust each trainee’s muscles to a higher intensity one at a time, and adjust as needed using the plus and minus buttons.
- Start training and end after 20 minutes.
- Save your settings by exiting the app using the "Back button" in the top-right corner.
- Make sure to drink enough water before, during, and after training—at least 1/2 liter more than usual.
- Take a break of at least 48 hours (for the first 10 weeks, train no more than once per week)
Usage tips
How to switch the box on/off correctly:
First use of the box and app
Charging the box and HUB
Before you can start training, please download and install the eaglefit STUDIO EMS app from your app store by searching for “eaglefit” or “eaglefit STUDIO EMS.”
Before using the box and HUB for the first time, you must fully charge their batteries. Our batteries have overcharge protection, so you cannot “overcharge” them. Use the supplied USB cable and 220 V power adapter to charge them. While charging, the box indicator lights up red. When the battery is fully charged, the indicator lights up green.
Download the eaglefit STUDIO EMS app from your app store:
Login area
First launch
After starting the app, you will be taken to the login area, where you can enter your username and password to access the app. Your login details will be provided with your order or can be requested later by selecting “Request login details.”
You will then be taken to the product selection, where you can choose whether you want to train with the Base Suit, the EMS PANTS, or the PRO Suit.
You will then go to the main screen. Before a workout in “Individual” mode, you can use the 3 buttons at the top left to search for a profile, create a new one, or switch modes.
If you have already created profiles, they will be displayed. Select a saved profile or add a new one, under which you can save settings (pulse intensity for each muscle, etc.) as you continue.
After pressing “OK”, you will go to the main menu with the preset settings of the profile highlighted in green. Changes are also saved there when you leave this page later using the “Back button” in the top-right corner.
App explanation
The app is designed to let you train with up to 10 customers at the same time. With the “Individual” setting, all settings and parameters for a pulse type (Fitness/Metabolism/Relaxation/Individual) are saved in the user profiles.
The profile name can consist of, for example, the customer’s name and “Relax1” or “Muscle Building”. In accordance with the GDPR, customer data is stored only on your tablet. You must therefore create separate profiles on the tablet. The app saves the settings most recently used under the logged-in profile when you leave the main menu using the “Back button” in the top-right corner.
To sign up for the first time, click “Create profile”.
ESTABLISHING THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
To establish the Bluetooth connection, the HUB must be switched on. Please tap “Bluetooth” in the top right.
The app and your HUB will communicate once a Bluetooth connection has been established.
The HUB communicates with your device via Bluetooth and then automatically distributes the settings to each box.
On the following screen, select “Scan”.
You will see a list of available Bluetooth devices nearby. Please select “TMK28S-Kx” to connect to the HUB.
Requirements for a Bluetooth connection
- The HUB must be charged and switched on. You can tell by the LED glowing brightly
- Turn on the HUB by pressing the button (a slight indentation in the center) for 2 seconds. The LED will light up
- You must grant the app access to your location so the Bluetooth signal can be processed correctly
- You will NOT find the HUB in your phone's usual Bluetooth settings, as we use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Navigation and EMS pulse settings
Synchronization - In this mode, you can configure up to 10 people simultaneously. Profiles cannot be saved or loaded. Either all participants or the ones you select are chosen simultaneously and assigned the same settings.
Options under “Parameters”
The parameters already have default settings. Click + or – to adjust the parameters shown in black.
The following programs (“modes”) are already preinstalled in the eaglefit STUDIO app:
Fitness
Please select the “4/2” setting, meaning a pulse duration of 4 seconds followed by a 2-second pause. Ideally, participants tense their muscles for 4 seconds during training and relax them for 2 seconds.
The fitness program is ideal for building large-volume white skeletal muscle. It is best trained with 5-12 repetitions per muscle group at around 80% of the trainee’s maximum strength. The impulses are delivered to the relevant muscle group at a frequency of 85 Hz, without putting strain on 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 complemented, for example, with sling training.
Metabolism/Cardio
The metabolic program, which trains the red endurance muscle fibers, can be used specifically for muscle toning. Activating slow-twitch muscle tissue burns fat and increases 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. Metabolic training should ideally be combined with endurance exercises such as:
- Nordic Walking
- Jogging
- Cycling
- Exercises on cardio machines
Relaxation
Please select the “1/1” setting, which means a pulse duration and a pause of 1 second each.
This program produces gentle muscle twitches and helps the muscles recover, speeds up regeneration, and is also used for functional rehabilitation after illness. At a training frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse depth of 150 µs, it relieves tension and supplies the muscles with nutrients.
Your clients can use the relaxation program for 5-10 minutes after an intense workout (with or without EMS), or for 10-30 minutes at a moderate intensity after a demanding day, for example, while lying on a bench.
Individual
Choose the settings individually according to the trainees’ preferences or the therapeutic recommendations they bring with them.
Advanced users can freely adjust all parameters (pulse frequency, pulse depth, pulse duration, pause, and workout duration) with this program. Frequencies from 1-120 Hz and pulse depths from 50 – 400 µs are available.
Video Training
With this program, trainees can use the body shown to follow a workout you have preset and do the exercises along with it, or use it as a placeholder for their own completely individual workout. The special feature is that you can choose a different frequency and pulse depth for each workout. Simply hold your finger over the desired exercise for 2-3 seconds until the preview image lifts, then drag it down to the row below and arrange it. You can remove exercises from the row in the same way.
Workout
This program was specially developed for instructor-led training, group sessions, and group workouts at home. The training frequency is 85 Hz with a pulse depth of 350 µs. The pulse duration of 30 seconds and pause time of 15 seconds are preset.
Fat Burning
Please select the “4 / 2” setting, which means a pulse duration of 4 seconds and a pause of 2 seconds. This special program combines the benefits of the fitness and metabolic programs. During the active phase, your clients train at 60 Hz to build maximum strength, while during the passive phase (pause phase), their endurance muscles are engaged at 7 Hz. This challenges both types of muscle fibers in one program.
Pulse depth
“Pulse depth” lets you set how long the impulse you set under “Frequency” lasts. This value can only be configured in the “Individual” parameter. A single electrical impulse can last 50-400 µs.
The higher this value is set, the deeper the impulse penetrates the muscle. For example, you can effectively target large muscles such as the thigh, gluteal, or back muscles with a pulse depth of 350 µs.
Pulse duration
Duration of the impulse in seconds (indicated by a green number that counts down during training).
Break
Length of the break during training, 1-30 seconds (indicated by a red number that counts down).
Training
Duration of a training session; 1-40 minutes.
Frequency
The number of impulses per second. For example, in the “Fitness” training program, the muscles contract and relax 85 times per second.
Putting on and taking off
of the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit.
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit is available in sizes XXS to 4XL. It is important to choose the right size for your customers so the electrodes fit snugly against the body. The Suit can be used as both a dry suit and a wet suit. When used as a dry suit, it is worn directly against bare skin, without underwear or other (sports) clothing. The electrodes do not need to be wet; they should be positioned directly over the muscles to be stimulated. Close contact with the skin ensures optimal transmission of the current to the muscles.
Excessive body hair or very dry skin can impair stimulation. In this case, you can lightly moisten the skin in the relevant areas with a cloth or use our electrode gel. Alternatively, moistened performance clothing can be worn. A Suit can be used by several people in succession if they wear performance underwear underneath.
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit is closed with the zipper on the back. Simply use the attached cord to close the zipper and fasten it with the hook-and-loop closure. This prevents it from opening accidentally. If the Suit does not fit snugly in some areas, recommend that your customers use the included hook-and-loop straps and hip belt in those areas. Alternatively, close-fitting clothing can be worn over the eaglefit EMS Suit to achieve the same effect.
After training, open the zipper and step out of the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit. Then wash the Suit according to the washing instructions or hang it on a clothes hanger.
Training/exercises
As a general rule: If you feel unwell, stop training immediately and consult a doctor if necessary. Never train if the person exercising feels unwell or is ill.
Training must also be stopped if there are problems or malfunctions with the eaglefit STUDIO EMS system. Contact the manufacturer in the event of technical problems.
1. Warm-up
Before an EMS workout - as before any fitness workout - the muscles should be prepared for the upcoming exertion. Warming up has the following effects:
- Conductivity between the electrodes and skin increases with light perspiration
- Increased core body temperature
- Improved energy supply processes in the muscle
- Increased production of synovial fluid
- Increased motivation and focus on the upcoming workout
We recommend a short endurance session to warm up, for example, a few jumping jacks, burpees, or 3-5 minutes on a stationary bike.
2. Training/exercises
In general, you can do any movements and workouts with the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit in dry weather, both indoors and outdoors. Your imagination is the only limit. Jogging, boxing, yoga, sling training, functional training, HIIT, or bodyweight training. The only thing to avoid is getting the Suit wet (e.g., in the rain).
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit comes with a poster for inspiration, showing exercise options for the whole body using your own body weight.
3. Stretching
After the exercise session, the person training should stretch - possibly combined with the “Relaxation” program.
Stretching has the following effects:
- Reduced muscle tone
- Improved breakdown of metabolic products
- Improved muscle recovery
- Improved mobility
Washing and hygiene instructions
Before washing the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit, please remove the box.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the hook-and-loop fastener
2. Pull the box upward
3. Remove the box
Please clean the box and HUB only with a soft cloth.
We recommend hand-washing the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit. Alternatively, you can wash the Suit in a laundry bag in the washing machine on a delicate/gentle cycle at 30 °C. Close the zipper and all hook-and-loop fasteners beforehand.
We recommend using a mild laundry detergent (e.g. ECOVER or Frosch Color). Never use caustic solvents or abrasive cleaners, disinfectants, or detergents containing additives such as chlorine or bleach. If the Suit is still too wet after washing, you can spin-dry it at a maximum of 900 rpm. To dry the Suit, simply hang it on a clothes hanger and leave it to air-dry, preferably with the electrode pairs facing outward. Never tumble-dry the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit or expose it to direct UV radiation. This may damage the material.
The following washing symbols can be found on the eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit and should be observed:
Disposal and recycling
The eaglefit STUDIO EMS Suit, Box, and HUB contain electrical components. Electronic devices are recyclable materials and must not be disposed of with household waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable legal regulations. By doing so, you fulfill your legal obligations and contribute to environmental protection.
There are collection points for recycling electrical and electronic equipment in all countries of the European Union. You can obtain information about these collection points from your local waste disposal authority or from the retailer where you purchased this product.
Information on safely removing the batteries or rechargeable batteries:
If you want to dispose of the Box, you can remove the battery by loosening the 4 Phillips screws on the back beneath the film and unplugging the battery.
- Warning: Make sure the battery is completely discharged
- Carefully remove the battery or rechargeable battery
- The battery or rechargeable battery and the device can now be disposed of separately
Battery type: LiIo; 3.7 V, 2,000 mAh. Chemical system: lithium-ion battery
Technical data
| HUB | |
|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth version 4.2; 2.4 GHZ ZIGBEE |
| Power supply | 5 V, USB C |
| Battery | 3.7 V, 1,200 mAh LiPo |
| Operating time | up to 20 hours |
| Charging time | up to 2 hours |
| Box | |
|---|---|
| Connection | Bluetooth version 4.2; 2.4 GHZ ZIGBEE |
| Power supply | 5 V, USB C |
| Battery | 3.7 V, 2,000 mAh LiPo |
| Operating time | approx. 15 workouts |
| Charging time | up to 2 hours |
Warranty
For commercial use, we provide a 6-month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty is valid in all countries where the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System is officially sold. It does not cover damage caused by improper or negligent handling.
EU Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer information
eaglefit GmbH is permitted to affix the CE marking to the eaglefit STUDIO EMS System, thereby demonstrating its conformity with the relevant EU directives.
