Diary of a non-surgical mummy makeover

Chloe, a 32-year-old mum of two, tried BTL’s core to floor™ therapy to firm and tone her abdomen and strengthen her pelvic floor. Here’s what she had to say.

When I first heard about the Core to Floor™ series of treatments using BTL’s Emsculpt NEO® and Emsella® devices, I was instantly intrigued. I’m a mum to a 4-year-old and 5-month-old and have been struggling to regain a stronger core and flatter abdomen. I was also suffering from mild urinary incontinence, which I didn’t want to put up with for the rest of my life (I’m only 32!). The idea of a non-invasive alternative to a mummy makeover caught my attention. After consulting with a practitioner trained in these treatments,

I signed up for 6 Emsella® treatments bi-weekly and 4 Emsculpt NEO® sessions. Take that, tummy!

My Core to Floor™ treatment with Emsella® and Emsculpt Neo®

Full disclosure: I’ve never known where my pelvic floor was, so these Core to Floor™ treatments definitely gave me a little education! I started my treatment with Emsella®, which targets the pelvic floor muscles.

Emsella® is actually a special oversized chair which emits high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM®) technology exactly where it’s needed. I sat on the Emsella®, fully clothed, for a relaxing 27 minutes as I felt a zapping-like sensation directly on my perineum to activate and strengthen those pelvic floor muscles. I made it to the 100 percent level of intensity on this first session but each practitioner will tailor it to the individual’s threshold.

I then moved onto the Emsculpt NEO®, which is designed to build muscle and reduce fat (yes, please!). I had two warmed paddles (that reach 40 degrees) placed on my abdomen which delivered what felt like vibrating pin-pricks – and awoke all the muscles I didn’t know I had with a satisfying zapping for 30 minutes. For anyone who has ever had a baby, Emsculpt NEO felt like the manageable contractions right before active labour. The ones where you’re breathing through but smiling all around knowing what’s about to come, except I’m envisioning a six-pack instead of baby at the end of this!

I reached 80 percent intensity on my first session which left me with a goal to reach 100 percent by the end of my treatments (again, not necessary but I’m an overachiever like that!).

In my second combination session, I had a few abdominal muscles that felt a bit fatigued but it was still very comfortable. My Emsculpt® specialist, Amber, explained in lay-terms that it’s because we have awakened and activated the muscles and now they get to work.

After each session ended, it felt like nothing had happened at all – just a 30-minute lay down and chat with the gorgeous staff. Zero downtime or post- workout pains is definitely a bonus! Throughout the week following, I could already feel myself holding up stronger and slouching less.

By the third/fourth sessions, I was in a rhythm with the program, how the machines work and how my body responds to them. In these weeks, I also noticed the slight incontinence I suffered was almost non- existent. Thanks, Emsella®!

Fast-forward to six weeks later and the results really do speak for themselves. My posture has improved, my entire abdomen has lifted and my lower back pain gone. I finish the treatments with an improved confidence and a promise the results will continue to get even better over another 6 weeks. I have loved doing these BTL Core to Floor™ sessions. The BTL staff have been incredibly supportive and ready for any question I had, and the convenience and effectiveness of these treatments are second to none.

With Emsculpt NEO® and Emsella®, I have been able to regain control over my body and achieve the desired core strength and tone without the need for surgery. Not only have I seen visible improvements, it has also been a kickstart to my weight loss and healthier lifestyle.