Bracoo Waist Trimmer Wrap, Sweat Sauna Slim Belt for Men and Women - Abdominal Trainer, Increased Core Stability, Metabolic Rate, SE20 (S/M)

I purchased this belt for some light lumbar support. I'm not concerned about weight loss, so I will not be addressing that- other reviewers have. When I first opened up the package, there was an off-gassing smell from the neoprene. If chemical smells tend to bother you, then choose a ventilated place to open it. The smell dissipated within the first day.The belt arrived in a blue bag. The outer printing emphasized the weight loss aspect and I hoped that I remembered correctly that it could provide lumbar support. It did! The design of this belt is simple. The entire neoprene belt is covered with the "soft" part of velcro, and the large tab is the matching "grab" loops of velcro. All one needs to do is wrap it around and tighten as desired. The instructions state to wear this against the skin. I though that was just for the sweating / weight loss, so I tried wearing it over my clothes. That still worked pretty well for lumbar support. I'm pretty short-waisted, though, and found that it tend to creep up higher than I needed it to be. So, wearing it under the clothes really is better, as the neoprene "grabs" onto the skin better. The tab is sewn on remarkably well. One of my pictures shows the traditional box with an "x" inside, the accepted way to ensure that a piece will stay put.I used this on a day that had tremendous back fatigue. I had been working too long according to them, and the pain signals were distracting me from work. I put on the Bracoo Adjustable Belt for the first time, and couldn't believe how well it worked. It doesn't replace your muscles; you still must use them. They just have more support while you are working. This is a great way to help improve posture and learn to keep the back muscles straight while exercising, light housekeeping, etc.As a few hours went by, the belt was no longer enough. Up against a deadline, I called in my husband to wrap the belt tighter. He sure did. Now the belt was pretty much doing the job of my muscles. It worked, I finished the job, got it in and slept for 2 days! :) This belt really helped me to finish it up. I will be using it as I do housework, and as I exercise to make sure that I am taking good care of my lumbar spine. The effectiveness suggests to me that it's best not to use this constantly, as you might risk weakening the muscles that are getting the support. If muscles are fatigued, this may help to prevent injury if it is used right away.Like any reader of this review, I rely on Amazon reviews, too. In this case, I accepted a discount with the agreement to write an honest review. Emphasize honest; I have made no promises about what would be in the rating; everything reported is based upon my own experience. Last I checked less than 75% of the items that I receive earn 5 stars. This one is a winner!The company offers youtube videos to show how to use their products. The one for the back brace doesn't show the exact same back brace that I have. That's fine, the videos are only showing how to put on the product, and that is pretty clear even without the video. :) I have worked hard to bring you details and experience in using this product, as well as pictures that you may find helpful. If this was in some way helpful to you, then please indicate that. Amazon takes your votes quite seriously, so they do impact me. If you have an questions that have not been answered here, please feel free to ask. I'd be happy to oblige all that I can. Happy Shopping!

After 1.5 weeks of wearing the product, I have already lost 1 inch off my waist. Everything that's said about it in terms of the positive is true. I went from a 33 inch to 32 inch waist in one week of usage. The rubber backing really gets the job done, nothing but pure sweat. The outer covering is really nice and smooth The waist trimmer adheres to your waist, regardless of the size. My waist is curvy like a hour glass so the waist trimmer curves along with it. While working out, the Velcro holds up, there's no slipping off or sliding down or coming apart (like many other velcro adhering products that I've experience), it stays right where you place it.As you adjust it to your preference it stays in place.Now depending on what exercise I'm doing at the fitness club, the trimmer may curl as I'm curling my lower bottom, however, as I straighten it straightens (naturally, right) back in place. I don't have to re-adjust it to my waist due to the adherence of the Velcro. The nature of the Velcro is very strong in its adherence properties.I personally wear it against my body to get the maximum affect, however, as you well now you can wear it over your fitness outfit and allow your clothes to absorb the sweat.The quality is pretty good for the price (it's not a cheap looking or feeling product) its sturdy and supportive of my lower back, which is very important due to my lower back disc herniation. I have already suggested this product to some of my patients and co-workers, simply because it really is an excellent product. In terms of cleaning it, I only clean the inner side, the rubber with soap and warm water with a towel, nothing fancy.I do this as soon as I get home because of the salt content in the sweat. Our sweat contains lots of salt so the trimmer is probably designed to eliminate the water and the salt from the body to maintain Homeostasis while working out. A sweat rate of 1 liter per hour would thus cause a salt loss of 27- 40 grams for a 12 hour workout without the trimmer, so you can imagine how much more you can loose with the waist trimmer, just keep taking in your water. So as you see you need to clean the trimmer after each work out because over time the salt will eventually damage the trimmer and you don't want that to happen.After cleaning just leave it open either flat or over the back of a chair or something like that, rubber side up. Don't believe all the negative responses, its just spoil individuals who expects perfection in everything.The price is right the product is awesome!Update 4-1-13This is not an April Fool :). Just want to say that, I never stop using this product despite the fact that I stop going to the fitness club. I did the Insanity workout for 10weeks, changed my eating habits and lost 20lbs in the 10 weeks. I was not a hugh person from the beginning, however, I felt "fat" weighing in at 154 lbs which is almost proportionate to my height of 5'6".20 years ago, I weighed 134lbs, so its like I gained a pound a year. Now, I'm back down to 134lbs and have maintain it now going on 3-4 months. No fad diets, just, drink as much water for a total cleanse, eat only serving sizes of your food, Snack on fruit and cut your carbs down to 1/4. You need carbs to burn for fuel. I went back to my size 6 from a size 10. Nothing special, if you can't do the insanity exercise as most people can't write to me and I'm give you exercises to do at home. I only went to the health club to work the muscles in my back because it use to hurt all the time, but the insanity workout help me tremendously. No more health clubs for me Save money. I've always had a small waste, but this waist trimmer helps in all areas of the body, despite the fact that I did loose inches in my waste, its now just a more curvy hour glass :).

I received this belt a few days ago and have worn it everyday since. I wear it directly on my skin and it really does make me sweat. I always apply sweet sweat before putting it on. I've worn it while doing chores or running errands. I've not worn it to work out since I'm still looking for a treadmill within my budget. Its visible under clothes, but since I wear it under my spanx; one can barely notice it. I have to buy a second one since I'm a big girl and will need at least two to cover my lower and upper stomach. I believe with exercise and diet, this belt can help tackle the rolls that we all hate and help us achieve our weightloss goals. I would recommened this belt, its very well constracted and can fit most people. I'm a big girl and can wear it comfortably for extended periods of time. I wish I had known about this product years back, before my stomach area got so bad.The price is fabulous, I expected a poorly made product, but you will be surprised at how well its made. Thanks everyone for your reviews, it helped me make an informed decision.

whenever i work out i LOVE TO SEE THE SWEAT BUILD UP!!! this product is AMAZING!! gets rid of hip dips when you wear it so creates an illusion, and if you have a fupa or a bit of a belly it 100% SINCHES YOU INNNN!! i loveeeee super durable and 10000% WORTH THE MONEY!!!

Coalitie niet so goed

El material de la faja es de buena calidad, sí provoca sudoración considerable el área abdominal. Sin embargo califico este pedido con solo una estrella por que el tiempo de entrega se extendió hasta mas de un mes. Saludos desde México.

Reçu un jour avant la date prévue.Je fais mes exercices avec , cette ceinture est très confortable et niveau sudation très efficace.Je la recommande.

Well fit into my waist and very comfortable during my workout.