True Fitness CS1.0 manual Utilizing the F.I.T. Concept

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UTILIZING THE F.I.T. CONCEPT

CHAPTER SEVEN: DESIGNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM

The F.I.T. concept and chart are designed to help you begin a program tailored to your needs. You may wish to keep an exercise log to monitor your progress.

You can get valuable fitness benefits from your TRUE Treadmill. Using the treadmill regularly may increase the ability of your heart and lungs to supply oxygen and nutrients to exercising muscles over an extended period of time. The treadmill will also help you develop added muscle endurance and balanced strength throughout your body.

Calculate your maximum heart rate as a first step in developing your fitness program. The formula to calculate average maximum heart rate for one minute is 220 beats per minute minus your age. To find your pulse, locate a vein on your neck or inside your wrist, then count beats for ten seconds, then multiply by six. (See chart in Appendix A.)

It's also important to know your target training zone or target heart rate. The American Heart Association (AHA) defines target heart rate as 60-75 percent of your maximum heart rate. This is high enough to condition, but well within safe limits. The AHA recommends that you aim for the lower part of the target zone (60 percent) during the first few months of your exercise program. As you gradually progress you can increase your target to 75 percent. According to the AHA, "Exercise above 75 percent of the maximum heart rate may be too strenuous unless you are in excellent physical condition. Exercise below 60 percent gives your heart and lungs little conditioning."

USING THE F.I.T. CONCEPT

YOUR FITNESS PROGRAM

DETERMINING YOUR NEEDS

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Contents CS1.0 Treadmill Owners Guide Thank YOU for Selecting True Review for Your Safety Other safety precautions Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Basic Operation This ChapterUsing the Keyboard Control Pod / Primary Controls During your workoutManual Operation Heart Rate Monitoring CHR Contact Heart Rate For Best CHR Results PRE-SET Workouts Changes in GradeChanges in Speed = Incline = Speed Sports Training Actual Speed Display Console Keyboard Function DisplayCS1.0 Treadmill KeyboardDisplay DisplayHOW to Record and RUN User Workouts User WorkoutsHOW to Record & RUN User Workouts HRC Heart Rate Conrol HRC Introduction HRC Types and a Workout QUICK-GUIDE During Your Workout Tips and HOW HRC Works HRC Workouts & Cruise Control CHAPTER FOUR HRC Important Points about HRC HRC Safety Fitness Tests Gerkin Fitness Test Accuracy of the Gerkin Test Military Fitness Tests Navy TestFAN Accessory FansFAN Accessory Designing AN Exercise Program F.I.T. Concept Defined Frequency How Often You ExerciseIT. Concept Overview Utilizing the F.I.T. Concept Beginning Your F.I.T. Program Workout Brisk and Rhythmic Exercise Establishing and Maintaining Fitness Weight and Sports Training Programs Care & Maintenance Regular Cleaning Calibration CS1.0Treadbelt Adjustment Target Heart Rate Chart Appendix a Mets Table Appendix B Mets Explanation and Formulas Appendix C Specifications Appendix D W.truefitness.com
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