5.4SELECTSTRIDE™
The X5 features SelectStride Technology which provides the user with the ability to adjust the stride length to any increment between 18 and 24 inches (46 cm to 61 cm). By adjusting the stride length, you can personalize the motion to your body or to your specific workout. For example, a longer stride length may feel the most comfortable and natural to taller individuals. Similarly, you may prefer a shorter stride setting when performing a slower paced workout while the longer stride setting may feel best when doing a faster,
ADJUSTING STRIDE LENGTH
You can adjust the stride length at any time before or during your workout. Follow these steps to adjust the stride length:
·Slide the blue release lever (F) up on one rear side of the unit.
·Lift (or lower) the pedal arm (G) to the preferred stride setting. The stride setting position indicators, marked “18”, “19”, “20”, “21”, “22”, “23”, and “24”, are located on the sides of the plastic shrouds.
·Let go of the blue release lever.
·Repeat the above steps on the other rear side of the unit.
·Begin workout.
Note: Make sure to adjust the stride length on both sides of the unit for even stride lengths.
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STRIDE SETTING POSITION INDICATORS
As you lift the pedal arm, you will see the stride setting position indicators located on the sides of the plastic shroud. The following chart shows the approximate stride length for each of the indicators.
Indicator | Approximate Stride Length |
18 | 18 in. (46 cm.) |
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19 | 19 in. (48 cm.) |
20 | 20 in. (51 cm.) |
21 | 21 in. (53 cm.) |
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22 | 22 in. (56 cm.) |
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23 | 23 in. (58 cm.) |
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24 | 24 in. (61 cm.) |
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