BackAware Belt: My Honest Review and Experience
When you think of a personal trainer what benefits do you think of?
For me it is:
- Knowing what exercises and workout to do.
- Making sure I am doing exercises correctly with good form.
- Accountability
Well, there is now a connected fitness/wearable technology that is addressing all three of these things through a novel piece of technology. It is called the BackAware Belt. I used the BackAware Belt when writing an article on Back Pilates but we think the technology deserves an examination on its own.
Quick Look at the BackAware Belt
For years equipment, such as Tonal, Peloton and Tempo have helped by giving exercise classes and using leaderboards to keep us accountable. These devices also include cameras to track the number of reps you do but they don’t truly monitor your form.
Having reviewed these pieces of equipment in the past I can say this was the first time I truly felt I was getting feedback during my exercise like if a PT was there.
Pros and Cons of the BackAware Belt:
| Pros | Cons |
| Awesome if you love to know you are doing exercises correctly. | Can take a workout or two to get the hang of using the BackAware Belt. |
| Good selection of exercise modalities | Subscription membership of 6 months (€39/month) to pay for the belt and classes. |
| Very Lightweight | |
| No big upfront cost |
Is the BackAware Belt Worth it?
As with any fitness equipment it really depends on your goals and what you are looking for. If you are the type of person who wants feedback on their workouts to know you are doing them correctly and likes exercise types, such as Pilates, Gym or hit then I think the BackAware Belt would definitely be worth the cost. For me having had on going Back Pain I thought it was brilliant! It allowed me to know when I was doing exercises correctly and gave me confidence to stay exercising.
There are really nice, guided workouts from the intense ones, such as Gym sessions, HIIT and Sports Pilates (Which surprisingly really makes your muscles burn) to the less intense Back Pilates, Yoga and Mobility options.
If you are someone who doesn’t want to this type of workout and would rather run or cycle, then I wouldn’t recommend it.
Back Pilates Program: Who is the it for?
| Great for | Not for |
| People who like Gym, Pilates, HIIT type exercise | People who want to fully focus on Cardio |
| Not confident or would like feedback on their form when exercising | Very confident they are exercising correctly. |
| Previous back issues that may be linked to lifting or exercising. | |
| Want to improve posture. |
Using the Belt
It comes assembled with the electronics in the belt and with a guide. It takes about 5 minutes to set it up and if you are stuck you can arrange a 10 minute call with the BackAware team to set it up for you.
Then the workouts are in the app. With these workouts you can play them in the app on their video player and screencast this screen to your TV or just follow along on the mobile phone.
Types of Workouts
There is a list of the workouts included on their website https://backawarebelt.com/ but in general they have Back focused exercises. Physio Back Plan, Back Pilates etc. More intense fitness courses- Sports Pilates, Gym classes, HIIT and then restoration classes- Yoga, Mobility and Myofasica Release.
Customer Experience
BackAware definitely takes care of its customers. Setting it up is pretty painless and the 10 minute call is also a great touch. This makes it easy to get going but you also get a 30-day risk free home trial.
You can use all of the features of the BackAware Belt, including all the classes, for a full month to decide if you like it. If you decide to return it, the company will give you a full refund.
If you decide to keep the BackAware Belt, you get a warranty on it.
For any questions or concerns about the BackAware Belt, you can contact the company through online chat, email, or phone.
Customer Reviews
Reviews of the BackAware Belt are generally glowing. There is a mix of people in the reviews from back pain suffers to those who like to use it working out and doing Pilates.
There are no reviews on Amazon or other places, since the BackAware Belt is only sold directly through their website, but check out the Facebook page if you want more proof that a lot of people love this thing.
Final Verdict of the BackAware Belt
From Back Pilates to Gym Workouts to Mobility, BackAware has a good focus towards better back health and more effective workouts. It provides a fun and interactive experience with a nice community element. It is something totally unique and I would definitely recommend the BackAware Belt.
FAQs
Would the BackAware Belt suit a beginner like meself or someone with a dodgy back?
Absolutely! It’s a grand choice for beginners and folks who might have had a bit of trouble with their back in the past. The Belt helps you keep an eye on your form, so you can exercise with confidence and without risking any further bother to your back.
How does the BackAware Belt stack up against other fitness gadgets?
Well, it’s a bit of a game-changer, to be honest. While other gadgets might count your reps or guide you through workouts, the BackAware Belt goes one step further by making sure you’re doing it all with the right form. Sure, it’s like having your own personal trainer keeping an eye on you!
What’s the story with the BackAware Belt? How does it work?
Sure, the BackAware Belt is a grand bit of kit! It’s the first of its kind, you know, keeping an eye on your back while you’re getting stuck into your exercises. It gives a wee buzz if you’re not keeping your back in the right position, or you can have a gander at your form right there on the screen.
