Schwinn 430 manual Nutrition

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FITNESS GUIDE

NUTRITION

Of course, every good health and fitness program will also include a good nutrition component. Good nutrition is likely the most important factor in maintaining ideal body weight and managing weight loss.

There are a variety of schools of thought regarding which nutrition program, diet or eating plan is best. While we do not promote or endorse any particular one, here are some things to consider that will help you get on the road to a healthy diet:

Understand Caloric Balance. How many Calories you intake, and how many Calories you burn off will determine whether you will gain or lose weight day to day. It is impossible to achieve weight loss without some sort of “Caloric deficit” that can be obtained through cutting Calories, or burn- ing off more than you take in. The wisest approach is to do a little of both

cutting Calories and exercising. It is the only proven long-term weight management program that is successful. You should ensure that you are consuming at least 1,200 Calories per day total. A total weight loss of no more than 2 lbs. per week is recommended for long-term weight management.

Eat a variety of foods. Regardless of your eating plan, you should be sure to include a variety of foods in your diet, maximizing your intake of fruits and vegetables whenever possible. Colorful meals and snacks that are divided amongst the 4 food groups will ensure that you obtain the nutrients needed for your body to function at optimal levels. Any diet that focuses on just one food group source or processed foods can be unhealthy in the long run, and should be avoided. Don’t focus too much on any particular meal or snack, but rather on your overall intake of a variety of different foods during any given day.

Drink water. Our bodies are made up of over 70% water, and most of us don’t drink enough. Carry water with you everywhere you go, and drink as often as you can. This helps the body function at optimum levels, and can significantly help with weight management.

Eat more often and be mindful of your portions. Research has shown that it can be helpful to eat smaller meals more often versus 3 larger meals a day if you are looking to promote healthy weight maintenance or weight loss. And we have discovered that many portions we eat are much larger than necessary, and can be laden with Calories. So, try snacking more and not eating so many large meals, and share your snacks or food with others (or break your portions in half) to help manage your Caloric intake.

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Contents PN 001-6985 REV a 08/2006 Congratulations Contents Table of ContentsSafeguards Important Safety InstructionsSafeguards Safety Warning Labels Location Affixed to the console mast just below the computer Features Revolutionary Schwinn Biofit Comfort SystemOther features HOW to USE the Schwinn Elliptical Trainer  Resistance adjustmentOperation  Full Body/Lower BodyHOW to USE the Schwinn Elliptical Trainer Computer Using the ComputerComputer Console Design Computer Features  LCD Display Alphanumeric Display  LCD Display Descriptions Using the 430 Computer Console Buttons and Button Functions  Information Mode  Auto Shut-Off Sleep Mode Grip Heart Rate Software Features Recovery Test Results Mode Important Things You Should Know Before Exercising Console Operation  Console Operation Quick StartOperation Operation Start / Pause button Enter button Maintenance of Your Schwinn Elliptical Trainer Maintenance Moving your Elliptical Trainer Fitness Guide Fitness Guidelines Exercise and Health  Your New Home Fitness ProgramSteps to Getting Started Components of Fitness Fitness Guide Nutrition Monitoring Your Intensity Zone DescriptionEasy Beating the Dropout Odds Fitness Guide Workout LOG Schwinn Elliptical Trainer Workout LOGWarranty Limited Warranty for Exercise ProductsInformation ContactImportant Contact Numbers