The Flexi-Bar is a fiberglass bar with rubber end weights at the top and bottom. The bar is 5 feet long and weighs slightly over 1 lb. Swinging the bar causes vibrations that target the deep muscles of your body. According to the company website, benefits of using the Flexi-Bar include weight loss, improved general fitness, increased core strength and injury rehabilitation.Shoulders and Hip Girdle
This exercise targets your shoulders, thighs and gluteals. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the Flexi-Bar in one hand, and lift your opposite foot off the floor, holding it out to the side. Balance on the foot still on the floor, and pull your abdominals in tight. Swing the Flexi-Bar right and left for 1 minute, then switch sides. Breathe normally during the exercise.
Chest and Back
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the Flexi-Bar in both hands at chest height. Keep your elbows wide with your thumbs facing the floor. Maintain a loose grip. Swing the Flexi-Bar back and forth for 1 minute. Breathe normally during the exercise.
Lower Back and Glutes
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and perform a squat by flexing your knees and hips. Hold this position. Keep your body weight on the heels of your feet, contract your abdominals, and maintain a straight back. Hold the Flexi-Bar in both hands with a loose grip and raise it until it is directly in line with your upper body. Keep your elbows slightly bent, and swing the Flexi-Bar back and forth for 1 minute. Breathe normally during the exercise.
Abdominals and Obliques
Lie on the floor or mat with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, your knees bent and your heels on the floor. Slowly perform a crunch until your upper body is off the floor or mat. Keep your lower back in contact with the mat or floor. Hold the Flexi-Bar at chest height. Swinging the Flexi-Bar back and forth, slowly rotate to one side, return to center and rotate to the other side. Breathe normally during the exercise.
