NordicTrack 9800 Weight Loss Tips, Warm up before you begin, Stretch after your warm-up

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WEIGHT LOSS TIPS

At least four, 30-minute workouts per week, along with a reduced-calorie diet, are recommended if you are trying to lose weight. However, be sure to stay within your target heart rate zone and exercise a maximum of 5 days per week for 60 minutes per workout.

Good posture is the key to safe, comfortable workouts. Keep your chin up and your head facing forward. Align your head and shoulders with your hips. Avoid leaning forward. Keep your back straight.

Warm up before you begin.

A warm-up routine prepares your body and mind for vigorous exercise. It also helps provide insur- ance against injury and soreness. Warm up with two to five minutes of slow exercise, at minimal in- tensity.

Stretch after your warm-up.

A pliable, well-stretched muscle is less suscepti- ble to injury. Perform the recommended stretches on a smooth, flat surface.

The correct form for several stretches is described below (refer to the drawings at the right). Be sure to move slowly as you stretch—never bounce.

1.Toe Touch Stretch—Sit with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for

15to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times.

Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees, and back.

2.Calf/Achilles Stretch—With one leg in front of the other, reach forward and place your hands against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward, and move your hips toward the wall. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons, bend your back leg as well. Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons, and ankles.

3.Hamstring Stretch—Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times for both legs. Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back, and groin.

4.Inner Thigh Stretch—Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward. Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

5.Quadriceps Stretch—With one hand against a wall for balance, reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand. Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

 

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Contents Model No Serial No QUESTIONS?Table of Contents Page Incline Trainer Important PrecautionsTrainer Page Hazardous Voltage Before YOU Begin Indicated holes must be facing the Incline HOW to SET UP the Incline TrainerAvoid pinching the wires in the Handrail Sure that the Uprights are on the correct sidesUpright Cap Screws Upright Bolts yetTRAINER, moving it requires two persons. While HOW to Move the Incline TrainerDue to the size and weight of the Incline HOW to Connect a Catv Cable HOW to Connect the Incline TrainerHOW to Connect the Power Cord HOW to Upgrade Your Console Page Features of the Console HOW to USE the Basic ConsoleGetting Started Change the incline of the Incline Trainer as desired HOW to USE the Manual ModeSelect the manual mode Shown. For the most accurate heart rate read Measure your heart rate if desiredOn the foot rails Avoid movingSelect one of the six preset programs HOW to USE Preset ProgramsPage Select one of the three pulse-driven programs HOW to USE PULSE-DRIVEN ProgramsSelect the fitness test program HOW to USE the Fitness Test ProgramPress the Start button to start the program HOW to USE the Maintenance Mode Press the Enter AGE button again and program TV channels Press the Enter AGE button again to check for system errorsHOW to Reset the Lube Reminder HOW to USE the Workout TV Console Adjust the volume HOW to USE the Workout TV ConsolePut on headphones not included if desired Monthly Maintenance Preventive MaintenanceWeekly Maintenance Replacing the Walking Belt Turning the Walking PlatformRemove the key and unplug Replacing the Walking PlatformWalking Platform Turned/Replaced Walking Belt Replaced SIX-MONTH Preventive Maintenance RecordWeekly Maintenance Monthly Maintenance SIX-MONTH Preventive Maintenance Record Symptom the Walking Belt Slows When Walked on TroubleshootingSymptom the Power does not Turn on Symptom the Power Turns OFF During USEPage Target Heart Rate Zones Exercise GuidelinesFactors in a Sensible Diet Exercise StepsStretch after your warm-up Weight Loss TipsWarm up before you begin Stretch again at the end of your exercise session Benefits of Aerobic ExerciseGet FIT with NordicTrack Cool down after aerobic exerciseWorkout Programs Workout TipsKey No. Qty. Description Part ListKey Qty Description Part 1 Exploded DrawingPart 2 3of 140 Part 142 HOW to Order Replacement Parts