Bowflex 51370 Seated Hip Abduction, Ankle Inversion, Keep your spine straight and your hips level

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Seated Hip Abduction

Muscles worked: This exercise will not burn off fat from your outer thighs or make them smaller! There is no exercise that will burn fat from a specific area. This exercise will, however, strengthen the muscles on the sides of your hips, which in the seated (hip flexed) position includes the piriformis and gluteus maximus.

Pulley position: Wide.

Starting position:

•Sit with one side near the Power Rods®, and attach a handle/strap to the ankle farthest from the machine.

•Adjust your position away from the machine so that tension is created.

•Sit straight, lift your chest, tighten your abs and maintain a very slight arch in your lower back.

Motion:

•Slowly move the attached leg outward away from the pulley, keeping your hips and spine perfectly still.

•Slowly control the leg back toward the pulley, returning to the starting position.

Key points:

•Do not use this exercise for losing fat from your thighs. It will not make your thighs smaller. Use it to develop hip strength and stability.

•Keep your spine straight and your hips level.

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Ankle Inversion

Muscles worked: This exercise strengthens and develops the muscles on the inside of your lower legs (tibialis anterior and posterior). These muscles are essential for standing balance, support/alignment of the knee, and lateral agility of the ankle.

Pulley position: Narrow.

Starting position:

•Sit on the bench with one side of your body facing the Power Rods®.

•Attach the handle around the ball of the foot closest to the pulley.

•Straighten the attached leg and sit up straight.

•Allow the foot to rotate toward the Power Rods®, keeping tension in the cables.

Motion:

•Keeping your leg stationary, slowly rotate your foot away from the Power Rods®.

•Slowly return to the starting position without relaxing.

Key points:

•Movement should occur only at the ankle, keep the rest of your body motionless.

•You should feel tension in the inside of your calf throughout the entire motion.

Both the Ankle Inversion and Ankle Eversion exercises will be easier if you utilize this unique cuff placement. Simply separate the cuff from the handle, sliding the handle half way between the cable D-ring and the cuff. Fold the cuff in half and place the foot through with the cuff and D-ring on the inside of the foot for eversion and outside of the foot for inversion.

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Contents Bowflex Ultimate Home Gym Table of Contents This machine is meant for individual consumer use Important Safety PrecautionsWith all of the fitness choices available today, we Getting to Know Your MachineBowflex Ultimate Home Gym Parts Reference Guide Ellington DardenPower Rod Resistance Using Your MachineFree Sliding Using Your MachineHow to Mount the Bowflex Ultimate Home Gym Incline Bench Workout BenchSpecifications subject to change Using the Bowflex Ultimate Home Gym Hand GripsUsing the Bowflex­ Ultimate Home Gym Leg Press Belt Or any exercise where your palm is facing downPosition Squat Harness Adjustment Buckle Squat Cables Rod CablesRemove the knobs from Build back and shoulder muscles quickly with thisFolding & Moving Your Bowflex Ultimate Home Gym Maintenance & Care of Your Bowflex Ultimate Home GymLow Pulley/Squat Station Adjustable Pulley SystemBowflex Ultimate Home Gym Leg Extension/Leg Curl Attachment Bowflex Ultimate Home Gym Lat PulldownDefining Your Goals Designing Your Own Program Defining Your GoalsReaching Your Goals Exercising Properly Frequency 3 Days Per Week M-W-F Time About 20 Minutes WorkoutsMinute Better Body Workout Advanced General ConditioningFrequency 4 Days Per Week M-T-TH-F Time About 20 Minutes WorkoutsMinute Upper/lower Body Frequency 3 Days On, 1 Day Off Time About 45-60 Minutes Body BuildingFrequency 2-3 Times Per Week Time About 20-45 Minutes Circuit Training Anaerobic/CardiovascularFrequency 2-3 Times Per Week Time About 20-60 Minutes True Aerobic Circuit TrainingFrequency 3 Days Per Week M-W-F Time About 45-60 Minutes Strength TrainingOptional motions Chest ExercisesStarting Position MotionChest Exercises Pulley position Narrow only Starting position If at allStarting position Key points Flat Barbell Bench PressNear extension Pulley position Wide onlyStarting position Shoulder ExercisesPulley position Narrow Shoulder ExercisesPulley position Wide or narrow Starting position Scapular Protraction elbow stabilizedPulley position Narrow Starting position Sit up straight and maintain erect posturePulley position Wide or narrow Scapular DepressionShoulder Rotator Cuff Internal Rotation Control the motion during the entire exercise Shoulder Rotator Cuff External RotationShoulder Extension Elbows Stabilized Pulley position Narrow or wide Barbell Shoulder Shrug Scapular ElevationSlowly return to the starting position, arms by your sides Lying Front Shoulder Raise Shoulder Flexion elbow stabilizedRods, directly over the low pulleys, knees bent Military PressBack of the upper arms Undue stress on the joint capsule Pulley position Low pulleys only Key pointsPulley position Lat tower Starting position Back ExercisesLying Shoulder Pullover Shoulder Extension elbow stabilized Wide Pulldowns Shoulder Adduction with elbow flexionPulley position Wide Back ExercisesLying Lat Pulldowns Narrow Pulldowns Shoulder Extension with elbow flexionAlternate motion Low Back Extension Seated with hip extensionSeated Lat Rows Shoulder Extension with elbow flexion Reverse Grip Pulldowns Shoulder Extension with elbow flexion Scapular RetractionPulley position Low pulley Barbell Bent Over RowPulley position Lat tower French Press Elbow Extension Overhead Arm ExercisesLying Triceps Extension Elbow Extension Triceps Pushdown Elbow Extension Arm ExercisesLying 45 Degree Triceps Extension Elbow Extension Single-Arm Pushdown Elbow Extension Rope Pushdowns Elbow ExtensionTriceps Kickback Cross Triceps ExtensionKeep elbows at your sides Keep wrists straight Seated Triceps Extension Elbow ExtensionStanding Biceps Curl Elbow Flexion in supination Seated position Seated Wrist ExtensionSeated Biceps Curl Elbow Flexion in supination Seated Wrist Curl Standing Wrist ExtensionReverse Curl Elbow Flexion in pronation Standing Wrist CurlPulley position Low pulley Starting position Lying Biceps Curl Elbow Flexion in supinationReverse Grip Barbell Curls Elbow Flexion in pronation PositionBarbell Curls Elbow Flexion in supination Diagonals Abdominal ExercisesSeated Resisted Abdominal Crunch Spinal Flexion Seated Resisted Oblique Crunch Spinal Flexion with RotationPulley position None Abdominal ExercisesReverse Crunch Spinal Flexion Resisted Reverse Crunch Spinal FlexionKeep both elbows slightly straight Trunk RotationLeg Curl Leg ExercisesLeg Extension Remove the bench and unlock the rowing seat Leg ExercisesSquat Knee Extension, Hip Extension, Ankle Plantarflexion Leg Press Hip Extension and Knee ExtensionStanding Hip Extension Knee stabilized in flexion Lying Prone Leg Curl Knee flexionRemove the bench, unlock the seat Standing Hip Flexion With knee flexionSeated Leg Curl Knee Flexion with Hip Flexion Starting position Remove the benchPulley position Narrow Key points Lying Leg Extension Knee Flexion with Hip FlexionThis area do it to strengthen and build these muscles Standing Leg Kickback Hip extension and knee extensionKneeling Leg Kickback Hip extension and knee extension Pulley position Wide Starting position Standing Hip AbductionSeated Hip Adduction Keep your spine straight and your hips level Seated Hip AbductionAnkle Inversion Deadlift Ankle EversionStiff-Leg Deadlift Hip extension Page Bowflex Body Leanness Program Personal Guarantee From Dr. Ellington Darden Bowflex Body Leanness Program Introduction65Women Measure Body WeightMeasurements Circumference of Body PartsAbdomen Measurements67Skinfold Measurements Suprailium Chest Triceps Abdomen Thigh Total Using Calipers When Measuring SkinfoldsOptional Picture Taking Women MenPercent Body-Fat To Use The NomogramAge in Years Female Male For Example Body WeightBody Fat Weight Lean-Body Weight Calculating Lean Body MassMeasurements Before After Your Results Summary SheetGuidelines Week 5&6 WorkoutsGuidelines Week 1&2 Guidelines Week 3&4Avoid Too Much Stress Follow a Carbohydrate-Rich, Descending-Calorie Eating PlanKeep Menus Simple and Food Substitutions to a Minimum Superhydrate Your System Week 5 Week 1Week 3 Eating Plan US Measurements Frozen Microwave Dinner Choose one meal Eating Plan Metric MeasurementsShopping List Is bottled water better than tap water? May I have dinner for lunch and lunch for dinner?Yes Is it possible to drink too much water?Your partner should be similar to you in age and condition Larger muscles will make your body firmer and more shapelyTrain on Bowflex at least twice a week Maintenance RoutineAdhere to a carbohydrate-rich, moderate-calorie eating plan Eat smaller meals more frequentlySets Reps Resistance SetsReps Resistance Muscle Chart Rev AA Page Page Assembly Instructions If so equipped Cable Leg Extension Adjustable Seat Pulley SystemBowflex Ultimate Parts Reference Guide Before You Assemble Basic Assembly PrinciplesBefore You Start Tools You Will NeedBowflex Ultimate Parts List Bowflex Ultimate Hardware List Assembling Your Bowflex Ultimate Components for this step Are in Box 3 and Box Squat Platform & FrameAt this time Foot Rest Rear LEGComponents for this Step are in Box Seat Installation Seat Rail InstallationItem #44 Rail END CAP INSTALLATIONIncline Bench Rest Installation Figure L Components for this step are in Box 3 & Box Bench Rest Bracket InstallationThree 3 1/4 Washers Installed on the bench Bench Item #25Lat Assembly Bowflex Ultimate Lat Assembly Parts Reference GuidePlease go to on To finish assembly Assembling Your Bowflex Ultimate Lat AssemblyLAT Tower Assembly LAT Tower InstallationLeg Assembly Bowflex Ultimate Leg Assembly Parts Reference GuideComponents for this step are Leg Extension Box Assembling Your Bowflex Ultimate Leg AssemblyLEG Assembly Extension Tube LEG Extension Foot TubeLocate the following parts Extension Box LEG Extension Seat InstallationInstalling the LEG Extension Components for This step are in LegAssembling Your Bowflex T-BAR Installing the LEG Extension AttachmentCall to Order Week Satisfaction Guarantee Mrs . 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51370 specifications

The Bowflex 51370 is a versatile and innovative piece of fitness equipment that has gained popularity among home gym enthusiasts. Designed to enhance strength training while minimizing the need for multiple machines, this compact system combines a range of features and technologies to provide an effective workout experience.

One of the standout characteristics of the Bowflex 51370 is its unique Power Rod technology. This patented resistance system delivers a smooth and consistent resistance throughout the entire range of motion, allowing users to perform a variety of exercises with confidence. With adjustable resistance levels, users can customize their workouts to match their fitness goals, whether it's building strength, increasing endurance, or toning muscles.

The Bowflex 51370 offers adjustable resistance starting at 5 pounds and going up to 210 pounds, making it suitable for beginners and advanced users alike. The ability to increase resistance in small increments allows for gradual and safe progression, which is essential for long-term strength development.

Another key feature of this home gym system is its compact design. Unlike traditional weight machines that occupy a significant amount of space, the Bowflex 51370 is designed to fit in smaller workout areas. Its folding design allows users to easily store it away when not in use, making it an ideal solution for those with limited space.

The Bowflex 51370 comes with a variety of accessories, including a lat bar, squat bar, and ankle cuffs, enabling users to perform over 70 exercises targeting different muscle groups. This versatility makes it possible to enjoy a complete full-body workout without the need for separate machines.

Moreover, the included user guide provides a wealth of exercise options and routines, helping users to stay motivated and make the most of their training sessions. This is complemented by Bowflex's online resources, which offer video tutorials and workout plans tailored to various fitness levels.

In terms of build quality, the Bowflex 51370 is constructed from durable materials designed to withstand rigorous use. The sturdy frame ensures stability and safety during workouts, while the comfortable padding enhances user comfort.

In conclusion, the Bowflex 51370 stands out as a comprehensive fitness solution that merges advanced technology with user-friendly features. Its compact size, adjustable resistance, and diverse exercise options make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to achieve their fitness goals from the comfort of their home.
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