3 CORRECT USAGE
3.1MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING THE CROSS-TRAINER
If mounting from the user right side of the
3.2BIOMECHANICAL GUIDELINES
There are two exercise variations that can be performed on the
GENERAL
•Feet should be in a comfortable position facing forward on the pedals so the knees move in a forward plane (not angled inward or outward) and so the hips do not rotate outward.
•Keep back straight. Do not bend forward at the waist.
•Keep both feet on the pedals at all times.
•If desired, allow heels to slightly lift off the pedals during the motion.
•Do not lock knees during the workout. Keep them slightly bent throughout the motion.
FORWARD MOTION – TOTAL BODY
•Mount the
•Hands should be positioned comfortably on the moving handles such that the elbow creates a 90 degree angle when the moving handlebar is rotated toward you
•Choose the desired workout profile and duration on the console
•Begin moving feet in a smooth forward pedaling motion by pushing top foot forward and pulling bottom foot backward
•Exercise at a speed that is comfortable for you
REVERSE MOTION – TOTAL BODY
•Mount the
•Hands should be positioned comfortably on the moving handles such that the elbow creates a 90 degree angle when the moving handlebar is rotated toward you
•Choose the desired workout profile and duration on the console
•Begin moving feet in a smooth reverse pedaling motion by pulling top foot backward and pushing bottom foot forward
•Exercise at a speed that is comfortable for you
BRAKING RESISTANCE
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