Working Out on the 719e Climber, Photo

CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, you should have a complete physical examination by your physician.

Working Out on the 719e Climber

This section explains how to work out on the climber safely and effectively. When using the climber, follow these general guidelines:

•At the beginning of a workout, take several minutes to bring your heart

rate into your training zone (see Diagram 11 later in this manual). After your workout, walk slowly for several minutes to cool down your body and lower your pulse rate.

•Protect your knees by keeping them directly over your toes.

•Keep your shoulders and back relaxed.

•Hold your head up—looking at your feet or the floor strains your neck and back muscles.

•Keep your feet on the footpads—moving your feet too far forward may cause you to bump the cylinders with your knees.

•Set the adjustment knob at the top of each resistance cylinder to a medium level (between 4 - 6) initially until your muscles warm up and your heart rate reaches its training zone (see Diagram 11). You can then change the level to the desired setting for working out.

•Gently stretch your lower body and back after a workout to help prevent stiffness or soreness.

Photo 1

Working out on the 719e

To use the 719e climber refer to Photo 1 and follow these steps:

1.After you have set the adjustment knob to a comfortable setting and finished any desired pre-workout stretching, step onto the climber. Make sure that your weight is balanced and your hands and feet are positioned securely.

2.Start your workout by taking steps 4 to 8 inches in height, at a step rate that will allow your heart rate to reach your training zone within 5 minutes. To get your heart rate into your training zone, you might have to turn the adjustment knobs to an appropriate setting for you.

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