Bowflex Motivator 2 manual May I have dinner for lunch and lunch for dinner?

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Q & A

Q. I often get headaches when I eat only 1000 calories a day. What should I do?

A. Your headaches may be caused by going longer than three hours between meals or snacks. Try spacing your meals and snacks where there are fewer hours between them.

Some people who are used to drinking regular coffee with caffeine notice headaches when they stop consuming coffee for several days. If this is the case with you, you might want to ease off the coffee more gradually.

Q. I don’t like red meat. I notice that the Lean Cuisine® Lasagna with Meat Sauce ­contains beef. What can I substitute for it?

A. Lean Cuisine® has many other frozen dinners that you may substitute for Lasagna with Meat Sauce. Try to find one that contains the same calories, with approximately 15 to 20 percent of the calories coming from fat. Some of the Lean Cuisine® dinners actually have too little fat for my nutritional requirements.

Q. May I have dinner for lunch and lunch for dinner?

A.Yes.

Q.I tend to get a headache when I drink cold water. Can I drink water without it being chilled?

A.Yes, but you won’t get the 123 calories or more thermogenic effect from warming the cold water to core body temperature. Try a more gradual drinking of the cold water. You may have been consuming it too quickly.

Q.Is it possible to drink too much water?

A.Certainly. To do so, however, you’d probably have to drink four or five times as much per day as I’m recommending. There are a few ailments that can be negatively affected by large amounts of fluid. If you feel you have a problem, check with your doctor before starting the program.

Q.Is bottled water better than tap water?

A.Research shows that bottled water is not always higher quality water than tap water. The decision to drink bottled water or not is usually one of taste. If you dislike the taste of your tap water, then drink your favorite bottled water. But first you might want to try a twist of lemon or lime added to the water from your tap. Some people say it makes a significant difference in the taste.

Q.I’m a middle-aged woman who gets black and blue marks on my legs when I diet. Am I doing anything wrong?

A.I doubt you are doing anything wrong. Such black and

blue marks are usually the result of an increased level of estrogen circulating in your body, which weakens the walls of the capillaries and causes them to break under the slightest pressure. When this happens, blood escapes and a bruise occurs. Estrogen is broken down in the liver, and so is fat. When you are dieting, your liver breaks down the fat, leaving a lot more estrogen in the bloodstream.

It may be helpful to supplement your diet with a little extra vitamin C each day to help toughen the walls of the capillaries.

Q.I’m a 40-year-old woman with a teenage son and daughter. My husband and I both want to lose 10 pounds (4.5 kg) and the children would also like to lose some weight. Can I put the whole family on the program?

A.It would be great if you could, but you cannot. The number of calories per day is the problem. Teenagers require significantly more calories each day than 1500, which is the highest level. Check with a registered dietician (RD) for appropriate recommendations.

Your teenage son and daughter, however, could follow the Bowflex® exercise routines.

Q. I’m afraid that I might get large, unfeminine muscles from some of the Bowflex® exercises you recommend in this course. What can I do to prevent this from happening?

A. You are worrying about large muscles unnecessarily. Building large muscles requires two conditions. First, the individual must have long muscles and short tendons. Second, an abundance of testosterone must be present in the blood stream. Women almost never have either of these conditions.

Under no circumstances could 99.99 percent of American women develop excessively large muscles. Progressive resistance exercise such as Bowflex® home gym will make your muscles larger—but not excessively large— and larger muscles will make your body firmer and more shapely.

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Contents Fitness Guide Table of Contents Home gym and serious injury to users and bystanders Safety PrecautionsLabel Get To Know Your Bowflex Motivator 2 Safety Warning LabelsLocation Back of the lat tower below Label Get To Know Your Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym Power Rod UnitHow to Use Your Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym Workout Bench Get To Know Your Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym  Get To Know Your Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym Bowflex Body Leanness Program Bowflex Body Leanness Program IntroductionPersonal Guarantee From Dr. Ellington Darden Women Measure Body WeightMeasurements Circumference of Body PartsSkinfold Measurements Women Measure Suprailium, Triceps, and ThighMen Measure Chest, Abdomen and Thigh Using Calipers When Measuring Skinfolds Optional Picture TakingWomen Men Female Determining Your Body FatTo Use The Nomogram Age in YearsCalculating Lean Body Mass For ExampleEnter Your Information Here Pounds or Kilograms Measurements Before After Your Results Summary SheetGuidelines Week 5&6 WorkoutsGuidelines Week 1&2 Guidelines Week 3&4Avoid Too Much Stress Eating GuidelinesFollow a Carbohydrate-Rich, Descending-Calorie Eating Plan Keep Menus Simple and Food Substitutions to a MinimumSuperhydrate Your System Week 5 Eating PlanEating Plan US Measurements Healthy Choice Hearty Chicken, 420 g can 260, or Eating Plan Metric MeasurementsPlain bagel, Sarah Lee frozen Light cream cheese Ml skim milkShopping List May I have dinner for lunch and lunch for dinner? Your partner should be similar to you in age and condition Your dietAdhere to a carbohydrate-rich, moderate- calorie eating plan Bench Press Exercise LogDefine Your Goals As walking, running, or bicycling Design Your Own ProgramBreathing Working OutWarming Up Cooling DownGrasp Hand Grips in both hands Pectoralis Major Deltoids Triceps45˚ incline Hand GripsCm higher than Bench Press position Pectoralis Major Sit on the bench facing away from the Power Rod unitAnterior Deltoid Triceps Flat Bench BackKeep your shoulder blades tightened throughout motion Sit on the bench facing Power Rod unitKeep knees bent and feet on floor Keep forearms in line with cablesFront and Middle Deltoids Sit on the bench, facing away from the Power Rod unitFront Deltoids Upper Trapezius Triceps Keep abdominals tight and maintain good spinal alignmentStand on the platform, facing the Power Rod unit Upper TrapeziusLet your arms hang at your sides Lower Trapezius Scapular Protraction elbows stabilizedScapular Depression Serratus AnteriorsRear Deltoids Middle Deltoids Trapezius Rhomboids Sit on the Bench facing the Power Rod unitShoulder Rotator Cuff External Rotation Shoulder Rotator Cuff Internal RotationScapular Retraction Supraspinatus Middle Deltoids TrapeziusMiddle Trapezius Rhomboids Latissimus Dorsi Teres Major Rear Deltoids Lying Lat PulldownsKeep your arms extended and straight Latissimus Dorsi Teres Major Rear Deltoids BicepsBent Lat Bar Lat TowerShoulder Cuff Lying Narrow Lat PulldownsTriceps Pushdown Elbow Extension Slowly return to the Start positionTriceps Lying Triceps Extension Elbow Extension Sit facing away from the Power Rod unit Cross Triceps ExtensionLying 45Triceps Extension Elbow Extension Biceps Straddle the Seat Rail, facing the Power Rod unitSeated Triceps Extension Elbow Extension Keep your arms in line with the cablesLie back completely with your head supported by the bench Keep your upper body motionless and your wrists straightKeep your spine aligned throughout movement Biceps Brachialis BrachioradialisStanding Wrist Curl Seated Wrist ExtensionBrachialis Brachioradialis Biceps Seated Wrist Curl Wrist FlexionStanding Wrist Extension Forearms BrachialisKeep your elbows bent, upper arms at your sides Resisted Reverse Crunch Spinal Flexion Slowly reverse to the Start position without resting Seated Resisted Abdominal Crunch Spinal FlexionLeg Extension Trunk RotationPeroneals Lying Leg ExtensionAnkle Eversion Ankle CuffTibialis Anterior and Posterior Sit on the Bench, with one side to the Power Rod unitAnkle Inversion Standing Hip Extension knee flexedAdductor Longus Gluteus Medius Standing Hip AbductionSeated Hip Adduction Keep your hips level during movementPiriformis Gluteus Maximus Seated Hip AbductionWeek Satisfaction Guarantee Limited Warranty InformationState Apt. # Zip Bowflex Motivator 2 Home Gym Product Registration CardMrs Miss Name Address City Phone number Mail addressPlease fold over and tape before mailing What Is CoveredMuscle Chart Muscle Chart

Motivator 2 specifications

The Bowflex Motivator 2 is a versatile home gym that brings professional-level fitness into the comfort of your own space. Designed for both beginners and fitness enthusiasts, it offers a wide range of exercises to target various muscle groups, making it a comprehensive solution for strength training.

One of the standout features of the Motivator 2 is its innovative Power Rod Technology. This patented system allows users to perform resistance exercises while experience smooth and consistent resistance throughout the movement. The resistance levels range from 5 to 210 pounds, making it suitable for users with different fitness levels and goals. Whether you’re looking to build strength, tone your muscles, or rehabilitate after an injury, this machine adjusts to your personal needs.

The Motivator 2 boasts an impressive selection of exercises—over 30 in total. Users can target major muscle groups including arms, legs, chest, back, and core. The easy-to-follow instructional placard makes it simple to switch between exercises, ensuring that users can maximize their workout efficiency. Additionally, the machine’s compact design allows for easy storage, making it ideal for home environments with limited space.

Safety is also a priority with the Bowflex Motivator 2. The machine features a durable construction combined with safety precautions to ensure that users can work out without the risk of injury. The design incorporates a low center of gravity, providing stability during workouts while the comfortable grip handles ensure a secure hold during resistance exercises.

Another remarkable aspect of the Bowflex Motivator 2 is its adjustability. Users can customize their workouts by changing the resistance levels or switching out attachments. The unit comes with several accessories, such as ankle straps and a lat bar, allowing users to vary their routines and target different muscle groups more efficiently.

Users can also track their progress effectively with the Motivator 2, making it easier to set and achieve fitness goals. Whether you’re aiming to increase your resistance or master a new exercise, this machine adapts to your journey.

In summary, the Bowflex Motivator 2 offers an effective, safe, and user-friendly option for those seeking to enhance their strength training regimen at home. With its advanced technologies and diverse exercise possibilities, it stands out as a leading choice in home fitness equipment, providing an engaging and rewarding workout experience.
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