Introduction, Bowflex Body Leanness Program | Bowflex Xceed specification

Introduction

The Bowflex® Body Leanness Program

This program is scientifically designed for maximal fat loss over a period of six weeks. It is important that you practice every aspect of the plan to achieve optimum results.

The program separates into three two-week stages. During each stage you will exercise, control the number and quality of calories you consume, and drink plenty of ice-cold water.

Before starting the exercise routine you must be familiar with your Bowflex® home gym. You should experiment with finding the proper amount of resistance to use on each exercise. You should be able to perform 8 repetitions, but not more than 12 repetitions, for each exercise. It is essential that you learn how to perform each movement before trying a complete circuit, because part of the effectiveness of the training depends on minimal rest between each exercise.

WARNING!

Before beginning this program consult your physician or healthcare professional. Show this plan and your Bowflex® Owner’s Manual to your physician or healthcare professional. Only he or she can determine if this course is appropriate for your particular age and condition. If you experience any light-headedness, dizziness, or shortness of breath while exercising, stop the movement and consult a physician.

Make sure you read your Bowflex® Owner’s Manual

BEFORE attempting a workout.

There are a few people who should not try this program: Children and teenagers; pregnant women; women who are breast feeding; diabetics; individuals with certain types of heart, liver, or kidney disease; and those suffering from certain types of arthritis. This should not be taken as an all inclusive list. Some people should follow the course only with their physician’s specific guidance. Play it safe and consult a healthcare professional.

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Contents

Fitness Guide CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 33948 PM Table of Contents Regulatory Approvals Specifications / ApprovalsProduct Specifications Important Safety Precautions Important Safety Instructions Safety Warning Labels Label Safety Warning Labels Get to Know Your Machine Rod Caps How to Use Your Machine Bowflex Xceed Home Gym Pulley Positions Bowflex Xceed Home Gym Cable Routing Maintenance and Care of Your Bowflex Xceed Home Gym Leg Extension Hand Grips and StrapsLat Pulldown Define Your Goals Design Your Own Program Variables are as follows Workout Guide Advanced General Conditioning WorkoutsMinute Better Body Workout Minute Upper/Lower Body Frequency 4 Days Per Week M-T-TH-F Time About 20 Minutes Body Building Frequency 3 Days On, 1 Day Off Time About 45-60 Minutes Circuit Training Anaerobic/Cardiovascular Frequency 2-3 Times Per Week Time About 20-45 Minutes True Aerobic Circuit Training Frequency 2-3 Times Per Week Time About 20-60 Minutes Strength Training Frequency 3 Days Per Week M-W-F Time About 45-60 Minutes Chest Exercises Key Points BeforeYou Begin Shoulder Exercises Crossover Rear Deltoid Rows Elbow Flexion Crossover High Rear Deltoid Rows Elbow Flexion Seated Forearm Lateral Shoulder Raise Elbows Stabilized Squat Pulley Frame Shoulder Rotator Cuff Internal Rotation Shoulder Rotator Cuff External Rotation Shoulder Extension Elbows Stabilized Scapular Protraction Elbows Stabilized Scapular Depression Scapular Retraction Back Exercises Seated facing machine Bent Over Row Crossover Bent Over Row Seated on ground, facing machine Standing Low Back Extension with Hip Extension CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 34050 PM CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 34054 PM Triceps Hammer Pushdown Elbow Extension Arm ExercisesTriceps Pushdown Elbow Extension Triceps Extension Elbow Extension HammerTriceps Extension Elbow Extension CrossTriceps Extension Triceps Kickback HammerTriceps Kickback Resisted Dip Elbow Extension Muscles worked Reverse Curl Elbow Flexion in Pronation Muscles worked Barbell Biceps Curl Elbow Extension Reverse Barbell Biceps Curl Elbow Extension Seated Biceps Hammer Curl Elbow Flexion Start Action Wrist Extension Wrist Curl with Wrist Flexion Muscles worked Seated Resisted Oblique Abdominal Crunch Abdominal ExercisesTrunk Rotation Seated Resisted Abdominal Crunch Spinal Flexion Leg Exercises Squat Standing Hip Extension Knee Bent Standing Hip Extension Knee Extended Leg Kickback Hip and Knee Extension Muscles worked Dead Lift Stiff Leg Dead Lift Standing Hip Adduction Standing Hip Abduction Lower leg or calf gastrocnemius, soleus Muscle Chart Iliotibial Tract Exercise Log Exercise Date CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 34140 PM Bowflex Body Leanness Program 58 Bowﬂex Body Leanness Program Personal guarantee from Dr. Ellington Darden Introduction Bowflex Body Leanness Program Circumference of Body Parts Body WeightMeasurements Skinfold Measurements Suprailium Women Men Using Calipers When Measuring SkinfoldsOptional Picture Taking Female Male Determining Your Body FatTo Use The Nomogram Percent Body-Fat Enter Your Information Here Pounds or Kilograms Calculating Lean Body MassFor Example Your Results Summary Sheet Measurement s Before After Guidelines Week 5&6 Guidelines Week 1&2Guidelines Week 3&4 Keep Menus Simple and Food Substitutions to a Minimum Eating GuidelinesFollow a Carbohydrate-Rich, Descending-Calorie Eating Plan Avoid Too Much Stress Superhydrate Your System Eating Plan Week 5 Eating Plan US Measurements Eating Plan Metric Measurements Shopping List What can I substitute for it? Bowﬂex Body Leanness Program Adhere to a carbohydrate-rich, moderate-calorie eating plan Bowflex Xceed Warranty Registration Card IMPORTANT! Mail Within 30 Days of Purchase What Is Covered Please fold over and tape before mailing Warranty Information Keep For Your Records Important Contact Numbers Offices in the United States CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 34149 PM CostcoBFXXceedOMFINALprint.indd 16/2006 34149 PM