Schwinn 438 manual Fitness Guidelines, Exercise and Health, Your New Home Fitness Program

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FITNESS GUIDE

Fitness Guidelines

by Jay Blahnik

■Exercise and Health

It is not a secret that lack of exercise is increasingly becoming a major health issue. Obesity is on the rise, and being overweight can contribute to an increased risk in heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure and other life threatening illnesses.

Most people do not get enough activity during the day to make up for the time they spend at their desks, driving their cars or sitting in front of their televisions. We have learned that exercising is not simply something we must do to look good and have a great body. Exercise is a requirement for health, and overall wellness, not to mention it can help you feel great!

The good news is that we are seeing more and more research that indicates we don’t have to work out intensely to see the benefits. Sure, it is great if you can workout for thirty to forty minutes at a time, five days a week. But it is not essential. Shorter bouts of exercise can have a great effect (especially if you are just starting out), and a little bit of exercise at a time is much better than none at all.

And what is really exciting is that research indicates that whether you are young or old, people who workout at light to moderate intensities may have an easier time sticking to their exercise programs than those people who work out harder and more often.

So, you do not need to be an athlete or a fitness ”die-hard” to benefit from exercise… you just need to get started, work out at levels that are comfortable and enjoyable to you and stick with it!

■Your New Home Fitness Program

There are many great reasons why home exercise equipment has increased in popularity over the years, but topping the list is convenience. For any fitness program to be successful, it must be something you will stick to on a regular basis. With home exercise equipment, you can roll out of bed, put on a pair of sweats and start working out while the coffee is brewing. No getting in the car and having to drive to the health club. No standing in line waiting for the equipment to become available.

And there is the comfort and safety factor. Who wants to walk or run outside when it is dark or is raining? Or try to ride a bike in the middle of heavy traffic? With your home exercise equipment, you can exercise in the comfort and security of your air-conditioned home.

Privacy and cleanliness are also important. Now you can exercise without feeling rushed or that anyone is looking at you (which is great if you are

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Contents Elliptical Trainer Model Congratulations Contents Schwinn Model Complete Parts Diagram Tools RequiredList PartsHardware Step #6 Step #7 and #8Instructions AssemblyAssemble the Front Stabilizer and Rear Rail Assembly IntroductionAssembly Instructions Figure A-2Attach the Console Mast to the Main Frame Figure A-3Attach the Console to the Console Mast Figure A-4Attach Mast Covers Figure A-5Attach the Sub Pedal Arm Assemblies and Crank Covers Figure A-6Attach the Pedal Arm Assemblies Figure A-7Attach the Upper Handlebar Assemblies Figure A-8Attach the Lower Handlebar Assemblies Figure A-9 Assembly Attach the Handlebar Junction Cover SetFitness Safeguards and Warnings SafeguardsImportant Safety Information Other Important Safeguards and Warnings Features Schwinn Model 438 FeaturesGetting Started Using Your Schwinn Elliptical Trainer ModelOperation Full Body/Lower BodyOverview of the Schwinn 438 Elliptical Computer Resistance ControlComputer Console Design LCD DisplayHeart Pulse Rate Alphanumeric DisplayConsole Buttons and Button Functions Using the Schwinn 438 ComputerLCD Display Descriptions UP/DOWN Grip Heart Rate Auto Shut-Off Sleep ModeInformation Mode Quick Start Software FeaturesManual Mode Ten Profile ProgramsFitness Test Four User SettingsTime Trial Calorie Goal Body Mass Index BMI MeasurementRecovery Test Results Mode Important Things You Should Know Before Exercising Heart RateConsole Operation-Quick Start Console Operation-Manual ProgramEnter Time Enter WeightConsole Operation-Selecting a Profile Program StartOperation Enter Heart Rate Zone Console Operation-HRC Heart Rate ControlEnter Age Operation Console Operation-Custom 01 and Custom Set Up a Custom Program Enter Distance Console Operation-T. T. Program Time TrialChange an Existing Program Enter Pacer SpeedEnd of Program Console Operation-Fitness TestChange Levels START/PAUSE Results Recovery Console Operation-Calorie Goal Enter CaloriesConsole Operation-Body Mass Index BMI Using the Chest Strap Transmitter Enter HeightLeveling your Schwinn Elliptical Trainer MaintenanceMoving your Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer Maintaining Your Elliptical TrainerMaintenance Exercise and Health Fitness GuideFitness Guidelines Your New Home Fitness ProgramSteps To Getting Started Set Goals Components of FitnessUse Positive Affirmations Cardiovascular FitnessMuscular strength FlexibilityEat a Variety of Foods NutritionUnderstand Caloric Balance Eat More Often and Be Mindful of Your Portions Monitoring Your IntensityDrink Water Very long Beating the Dropout Odds Fitness Guide Workout LOG Schwinn 438 Elliptical Trainer Workout LogWarranty Schwinn Fitness Limited Warranty for Exercise ProductsPage Elliptical Trainer Model
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