How EMS Training and Garmin Health Tracking Work Together to Transform Your Fitness
Body20's 20-minute EMS training sessions are now paired with Garmin's advanced health and fitness tracking — giving South African members a smarter, more data-driven path to their goals.
EMS training — short for electrical muscle stimulation — has become one of South Africa's fastest-growing fitness solutions, and for good reason. At Body20, a single 20-minute EMS session activates up to 90% of your muscle groups simultaneously, delivering the equivalent of hours of conventional gym work in a fraction of the time. But training smart doesn't stop when you leave the studio.
Why tracking your health data makes EMS training more effective
Understanding what your body is doing between sessions is just as important as the session itself. Modern fitness trackers monitor the metrics that shape your results:
- Heart rate and heart rate variability (HRV)
- Sleep quality and duration
- Daily activity levels and step count
- Stress and recovery indicators
- Calories burned and energy levels
Rather than guessing how recovered you are before your next Body20 EMS session, real-time data helps you train at the right intensity, on the right day.
Movement and motivation — staying active beyond the studio
EMS training is time-efficient, but consistency between sessions matters. Fitness trackers encourage movement throughout the day with activity goals, reminders, and progress monitoring — helping busy professionals, parents, and anyone with a demanding schedule stay active without spending hours at a gym.
Recovery and sleep: the missing piece in most fitness plans
EMS training places a high demand on your muscles — which means recovery is a critical part of the process. Sleep quality, rest day activity, and stress levels all influence how well your body adapts and improves. Health tracking tools that surface sleep patterns and recovery scores help you make better decisions about when to train hard and when to rest.
Benefits for every type of Body20 member
Whether you're a corporate professional fitting workouts into a packed schedule, a parent reclaiming your fitness after time away, or an athlete looking for a performance edge — health tracking adapts to your goals. EMS training is already efficient; pairing it with data gives you the full picture.
Garmin: the health tracking partner built for Body20 members
Garmin watches are designed to go beyond step counting. Features including continuous heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, stress monitoring, and Body Battery™ energy monitoring give users a comprehensive view of their wellbeing — not just during workouts, but across the entire day.
For Body20 members, Garmin provides the insights needed to understand how EMS training is affecting your recovery, energy, and overall health — and to optimise every session as a result.
Body20 and Garmin: an official partnership for smarter fitness
Body20 South Africa is proud to partner with Garmin, giving members 15% discount to one of the world's leading health and fitness technology brands. This partnership reflects Body20's commitment to holistic, evidence-based fitness — combining the proven science of EMS muscle stimulation with Garmin's advanced wellness tracking to help members train smarter, inside and outside the studio.
Frequently asked questions
What is EMS training and how does it work?
EMS training (electrical muscle stimulation training) uses low-frequency electrical impulses delivered via a specialised suit to activate deep muscle fibres that are difficult to engage through conventional exercise. A 20-minute Body20 EMS session can stimulate up to 90% of muscle groups simultaneously, making it one of the most time-efficient workouts available.
Is Body20 suitable for people who don't exercise regularly?
Yes. Body20 EMS training is low-impact and trainer-guided, making it accessible for beginners, those returning from injury, and anyone who finds traditional gym environments intimidating. Sessions are tailored to your current fitness level and goals.
Ready to experience EMS training for yourself?
Book a complimentary Body20 EMS demo session and discover how our 20-minute workouts — backed by Garmin health insights — can help you reach your goals faster. Find a Body20 studio near you and get started today: body20.co.za/studios.php
