Episode December 5, 2019

The Hormone-Boosting Minimalist Exercise Machine That Burns A Staggering Amount Of Calories In Just 21 Minutes.

My guest on today's show is Sebastian Wasowski, who is the Co-Founder of Vasper Systems. I first interviewed Sebastian's father, and inventor of the Vasper, in the show "How To Get 2 Hours Of Exercise In Just 20 Minutes.", but plenty has happened since then...

...particularly the fact that I've been using the Vasper every morning for the past 3 months to experiment with just how good it actually is at building and maintaining fitness with a minimalist dose of exercise.

So what exactly is this thing? Vasper is a complete exercise system based on three scientifically proven principles: compression technology, cooling and interval training.

By combining all of these principles, the results are extraordinary. In 21-minutes, the Vasper enables you to get a complete workout. Utilizing compression, cooling, and interval training, the you are able to concentrate lactic acid and enhance growth hormone production.

The “cooldown” session, which involves laying on a cooling mat, enables you to workout again later in the day (should you like) or head straight into the office.

Vasper has a wide-range of use cases and users. The machine is used by medical professionals, people recovering from cardiac incidents, athletic teams, and the Special Forces.

During our discussion, you'll discover: -The story of the Vasper machine...8:45

Sebastian's father invented it to address his own health needs; post-traumatic stress in the ankles
Discovered research on blood flow restriction, intermittent cold exposure, interval training
Prototype was popular among locals on Big Island of Hawaii
Company formed in 2009; successful trial with San Jose Sharks hockey team

-The efficacy of the Vasper for performance implications...12:20

Designed to stimulate body's production of anabolic hormones in lesser threshold of a normal workout
Mimics physiology of much more intense workout
In a controlled study, participants using the Vasper far outperformed counterparts not using it
Far better for overall health than exogenously induced compounds such as steroids
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)

-About the components of the machine...18:30

Compression cuffs around the wrist
How blood flow restriction occurs
Pressure filled up via cold water rather than air in a blood pressure monitor
Similar to Kaatsu devices
The seat and foot pads are also cooled; enables user to be more powerful throughout the workout
Positive metabolic response to the cold exposure
Cooling mat is used post-workout to reset heart and respiratory rate to baseline
Bare feet touch metal pads which are cooled by same cold water; lowers overall body temp
You're able to ground with the earth via the machine; it's plugged in with a 3-prong plug

-About the exercise regimens programmed into the Vasper...35:15

30 are programmed into the machine
They are customizable for each individual user
New protocols added are accessed via software update

-Why each session on the Vasper is 21 minutes in length...36:40

21 minutes is optimal time to initiate max response from the endocrine system, without stimulating cortisol (stress response)
Not recommended to go longer than 21 minutes, nor to do multiple sessions per day

-Whether the Vasper can be used in conjunction with strength training...40:10

Can be used as a recovery tool on an off day
Ben reports amazing results for active recovery after traveling, or working out the day prior

-The optimal time of day to use the Vasper...41:45

The earlier the better for sleep quality
Some report an increase in energy following the workout, harder time falling asleep

-People you may have heard of who use Vasper machines...43:15

Tony Robbins
Prince of Dubai
San Jose Sharks
San Francisco 49ers
Miami Dolphins
Major League baseball team reported huge increases in testosterone levels after use

-Where to use a Vasper if you can't afford one for your own home...44:20