ProForm 831.297880 user manual Suggested Stretches

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Cool-down

Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems.

Exercise Frequency

To maintain or improve your condition, complete three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be-

tween workouts. After a few months, you may com- plete up to five workouts each week if desired.

The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.

SUGGESTED STRETCHES

The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever bounce.

1. Toe Touch Stretch

Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back.

2. 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 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back and groin.

3. 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 counts, 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.

4. 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 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

5. 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 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.

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Contents SEARS, Roebuck and CO., Hoffman ESTATES, IL Model No Serial NoImportant Precautions Table of ContentsPage Left Side Right Side Before YOU BeginHandrail Bolt yet AssemblyPage Tighten all parts used in this step and in step Not tighten the Handrail Bolt yetPerformant Lubetm Walking Belt Operation and AdjustmentHOW to Plug in the Power Cord Insert the key fully into the console Console DiagramSTEP-BY-STEP Console Operation Set the desired speed setting Pressmode.the Mode button to select the desiredIf the manual mode is selected Press Change the incline of the treadmill, if desiredPulse Sensor TROUBLE-SHOOTING When you are finished, remove the keyFollow your progress with the four displays Measure your heart rate, if desiredHOW to Move the Treadmill HOW to Fold and Move the TreadmillHOW to Fold the Treadmill for Storage HOW to Lower the Treadmill for USE Top Maintenance and TROUBLE-SHOOTINGProblem The power turns off during use Problem The walking belt slips when walked on Problem The walking belt slows when walked onProblem The walking belt is off-center when walked on Workout Guidelines Conditioning GuidelinesExercise Intensity Suggested Stretches Key No. Part No. Qty Description Part LISTÑModel NoExploded DRAWINGÑModel No SEARS, Roebuck and CO., Dept WA, Hoffman ESTATES, IL Full 90 DAY WarrantyModel No