Bowflex RevolutionXP manual Gastrocnemius Soleus

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Leg Exercises

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Calf Raise — Ankle Plantarflexion (knee stabilized)

Muscles worked:

Gastrocnemius; Soleus

Position:

Standing—facing outward. Seat removed.

Accessory:

Short Hand Grips

Pulleys / Adjustable Arm Position:

Squat Frame Pulleys—Standard Pulley / 0

START

FINISH

Success Tips

START

FINISH

Keep your knees slightly bent and toes/ balls of feet on Platform.

Do not lose contact between the balls of your feet and the Platform.

Keep your chest lifted, spine aligned, abs tight and slight arch in your lower back.

Do not lift your hips or excessively arch your back.

Do not change hip or knee position— ONLY ankle motion should be used.

Stand with your toes on the Platform.

Use the Hand Grips in both hands as resistance and as a balance stabilizer.

Slowly press the balls of your feet into the Platform and lift your heels upward.

Then, maintaining tension, slowly return to the Start position.

Single Leg Calf Raise — Ankle Plantarflexion (knee stabilized)

Muscles worked:

Gastrocnemius; Soleus

Position:

Standing—facing outward. Seat removed.

Accessory:

Short Hand Grips

Pulleys / Adjustable Arm Position:

Squat Frame Pulleys—Standard Pulley / 0

Success Tips

Do not lose contact with the balls of your foot and the Platform during motion.

Keep your chest lifted, spine aligned, abs tight and a slight arch in your lower back.

Do not lift your hips or excessively arch your back.

Do not change hip or knee position—ONLY ankle motion should be used.

START

START

Stand on one foot, with your toes/balls of feet on the Platform.

Use the Hand Grips in both hands as resistance and as a balance stabilizer.

Keep the unused leg out of the way, do not use it to build momentum.

FINISH

FINISH

Slowly press the ball of your foot into the Platform and lift your heel upward.

Then, maintaining tension, slowly return to the Start position.

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Contents Fitness Guide Bowflex Revolution XPProduct Specifications Important Safety Instructions Safety PrecautionsSafety Warning Labels Safety Warning Labels Bowflex Revolution XP Parts Reference Guide Getting to Know Your Bowflex Revolution XP Home GymSpiraFlex Resistance Using Your Bowflex Revolution XP Home GymAdjusting And Understanding Resistance Attaching SpiraFlex Resistance Packs Preparing for Use Preparing for Use, Storing, and MovingPreventative Maintenance MaintenanceAdjusting Cable Tension Squat Frame Pulley Cables Cable Routing and StorageHand Grips Attaching AccessoriesSeat and Back Pad with Locking Pin Installing the Seat and AttachmentsLeg Extension Safety precautions Installing AttachmentsCompanion Equipment Bowflex Revolution XP Accessory Rack ordered separatelyDefining Your Goals Designing Your Own Program Reaching Your GoalsWorking Out Exercising ProperlyAdvanced General Conditioning WorkoutsMinute Better Body Workout Frequency 4 Days Per Week M-T-TH-F Minute Upper/Lower BodyFrequency 3 Days On, 1 Day Off Body BuildingFrequency 2-3 Times Per Week Circuit Training Anaerobic/CardiovascularFrequency 3 Days Per Week M-W-F Time About 45-60 Minutes Strength TrainingRevolutionary Way to Exercise ExercisesChest Exercises Adjustable Arm Position Success TipsHand Grips Chest Exercises Adjustable Arm Position Chest Exercises Chest Exercises Standing-facing outward. Seat re- moved Chest Exercises Shoulder Exercises Bent Rear Delt Row Muscles worked Rear Deltoids Middle Deltoids Trapezius Rhomboids Front Deltoids Upper Trapezius Triceps Middle Deltoids Supraspinatus Upper Trapezius Shoulder Extension elbows stabilized Muscles worked Scapular Protraction elbows stabilized Muscles worked Shoulder Rotator Cuff Internal Rotation Muscles worked Scapular Retraction Muscles worked Subscapularis Middle\Inferior fibers Pectoralis Major Posterior Deltoid, Teres minor, Infra- spinatus Back Exercises Startfinish Stiff Arm Pulldown Muscles worked Start Finish Adjustable Arm Position Success Tips Arm Exercises Triceps Extension Elbow Extension overhead Muscles worked Rope Pushdown Elbow Extension Muscles worked Start Finish Brachioradialis Biceps Reverse Curl Elbow Flexion in pronation Muscles worked Wrist Extension Muscles worked Resisted Dip Elbow Extension Muscles worked Upper Body Opposition Push-Pull Muscles worked Adjustable Arm Position Success Tips Abdominal Exercises Standing Oblique Abdominal Crunch Muscles worked Kneeling Low to High Trunk Rotation Muscles worked Leg Exercises Gastrocnemius Soleus Standing Hip Extension knee flexed Muscles worked Standing Hip Abduction Muscles worked Hip Flexion with Knee Flexion Muscles worked Stiff Leg Dead Lift Muscles worked Standing Hip Internal Rotation Muscles worked Lying Hip Internal Rotation Muscles worked Standing Single Leg Curl Knee Flexion Muscles worked Muscle Chart Page Exercise Log Page NOW The Bowflex Body Leanness Program IntroductionPersonal Guarantee From Dr. Ellington Darden Body Weight MeasurementsCircumference of Body Parts Women MeasureMen Measure Chest, Abdomen and Thigh Skinfold MeasurementsWomen Measure Suprailium, Triceps, and Thigh Women Men Using Calipers When Measuring SkinfoldsOptional Picture Taking To Use The Nomogram Determining Your Body FatAge in Years Female Male Percent Body-FatEnter Your Information Here Pounds or Kilograms Calculating Lean Body MassFor Example Measurements Before After Difference Your Results Summary SheetGuidelines Week 5&6 Guidelines Week 1&2Guidelines Week 3&4 Avoid Too Much Stress Eating GuidelinesKeep Menus Simple and Food Substitutions to a Minimum Superhydrate Your System Week 5 Eating PlanCereal Eating Plan US MeasurementsEating Plan Metric Measurements Shopping List May I have dinner for lunch and lunch for dinner? Page Eat smaller meals more frequently Week Satisfaction Guarantee Limited WarrantyIMPORTANT! Mail Within 30 Days of Purchase Bowflex Revolution XP Warranty Registration CardPlease fold over and tape before mailing Offices in the United States

RevolutionXP specifications

The Bowflex RevolutionXP is a cutting-edge piece of home fitness equipment that combines advanced technology with versatile workout options to cater to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts. Designed for those who seek both strength training and cardio workouts in the comfort of their own home, the RevolutionXP stands out in the crowded fitness market for its innovative features and compact design.

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