IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- As fans turn to the U.S. Open to watch world-class tennis played by the most elite players in the world, the players themselves turn to Power Plate(R) to give them the competitive edge.

According to Serena Williams, the reigning U.S., Australian and Wimbledon champion, and the favored choice to win the U.S. Open women's singles title, "Off court training is as important to me as on court. With the Power Plate(R), I'm able to accelerate my off court training and maximize the benefits."

Power Plate(R) technology provides one of the most efficient and dynamic total-body workouts in less than 30 minutes utilizing scientifically-proven Advanced Vibration Technology(TM) that triggers involuntary muscle contractions 25-50 times per second while you exercise. This works up to 98 percent of muscle fibers, compared to only 20 percent when performing exercise with traditional strength training equipment. The result is a high-intensity exercise that increases strength, improves muscle tone and balance and helps reduce body fat. A recent study found that Power Plate exercise helped participants lose more weight than traditional exercise.

Power Plate's(R) scientifically proven ability to reduce muscle pain and soreness and expedite the recovery of damaged muscles and tendons is important to athletes such as Williams and Nadal.

Williams continues, "On tour, playing back to back matches is tough on your body. Being ready the next day is the difference between winning or losing. If I can accelerate the recovery and healing process, I have a definite advantage. With my Power Plate(R), I have that advantage. "

Used by elite athletes, celebrities, and people from all walks of life, Power Plate(R) benefits include: increased fitness, strength, muscle tone, flexibility, bone density and range of motion as well as improved blood circulation and lymphatic system activation. The complete Power Plate(R) line of fitness equipment is designed for health clubs, wellness centers, spas, hospitals, physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics, professional and collegiate athletic training facilities, private fitness trainers and home use. Power Plate(R) currently conducts business in 92 countries globally with world headquarters in London, England and a Research and Development Center in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Power Plate(R) North America offices are headquartered in Irvine, Calif. www.powerplate.com.

SOURCE Power Plate