Life Fitness 93R, 90R operation manual FIT Test

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FIT TEST

The Lifecycle exercise bike Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile exercise bike. The Fit Test workout measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance every four to six weeks. The user must wear a heart rate chest strap, as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading. The workout duration will be five minutes at the chosen resistance level. Immediately afterward, the console will take the user's heart rate reading, calculate a fitness score, and dis- play the score in the MESSAGE CENTER.

The Fit Test is considered to be a submax VO2 (volume of oxygen) test. It gauges how well the heart sup- plies oxygenated blood to the exercising muscles, and how efficiently those muscles receive oxygen from the blood. Physicians and exercise physiologists generally regard this test as a good measure of aerobic capacity. Please note that the estimated VO2 max scores achieved will be 10 percent to15 percent lower on stationary exercise bikes than those achieved on other Life Fitness cardiovascular equipment. Stationary cycling has a higher rate of isolated muscle fatigue of the quadriceps when compared to walking/running on a treadmill, climbing on a stairclimber, or utilizing a cross-trainer. This higher rate of fatigue corresponds to lower levels of estimated VO2 max scores.

To set up the Fit Test:

Begin pedaling.

Press the WORKOUTS PLUS button repeatedly (93R) or use UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS (90R) until the FIT TEST option appears in the message center. Press ENTER to select the FIT TEST option.

The message center will prompt for a user weight (ENTER WEIGHT). Use the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS to input your weight. Press ENTER to accept the weight.

The message center will next prompt for a user age (ENTER AGE). Use the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS to input your age. Press ENTER to accept the age.

The message center will next prompt for a user gender (SELECT GENDER). Using the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS, select a gender. Press ENTER to accept the gender selection.

The message center will next prompt for a workout level (ENTER LEVEL). Consult the following rec- ommended fit test level chart for an appropriate effort level based on your age, gender and activity level. Use the UP/DOWN ARROW KEYS to enter the corresponding level.

After the five-minute FIT TEST is completed, a FIT TEST score will be displayed.

FIT TEST PROGRAM SUGGESTED EXERTION LEVELS

 

Inactive

Active

Very Active

 

 

 

 

Bike Fit Test Level

L4-6 men

L5-10 men

L8-14 men

 

 

 

 

 

L2-4 women

L3-7 women

L6-10 women

 

 

 

 

Suggested exertion levels should be used as a guideline for setting up the Fit Test program. The goal is to elevate the user's heart rate to a level that is between 60%-85% of their theoretical maximum heart rate (220-age).

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Contents 93R, 90R Recumbent Exercise Bikes International Offices Corporate HeadquartersPage Table of Contents 93R 90R Getting Started Important Safety InstructionsConsignes DE Sécurité Importantes Point DE DépartWhere to Place the Lifecycle Recumbent Exercise Bike SetupHOW to Adjust the Pedal Straps Starting UP the Bike Console Display Console Overview Display ConsoleDisplay Console Descriptions RPM Revolutions Per Minute the pedaling speed or rate Accessory Tray 93R STANDARD, 90R OptionHeart Rate Zone Training Exercise WHY Heart Rate Zone Training EXERCISE?Heart Rate Monitoring Workout Overviews WorkoutsTo Begin ANY Workout Using the WorkoutsSelecting and Using Quick Start Workout Descriptions FAT Burn Cardio Random Heart Rate Hilltm 93R only Heart Rate Intervaltm 93R only Extreme Heart Rate TM 93R only Mets 93R only FIT Test Lower Half of Range Upper Half of Range Rating 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60+ SIX PRE-SET Workouts 93R only Entering and Using the Optional Settings Feature Optional SettingsPreventative Maintenance Tips Service and Technical DataTroubleshooting the Heart Rate Chest Strap Preventative Maintenance ScheduleHOW to Obtain Product Service Recycling the Battery 93R only93R Lifecycle Recumbent Exercise Bike Specifications Specifications90R Lifecycle Recumbent Exercise Bike Specifications M051-00K39-A020
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