HOW TO OPERATE THE STEPPER
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers a variety of features to help you get the most from your workouts.
When the manual mode of the console is selected, the stepping speed can be changed with a touch of a but- ton. As you exercise, the program display, the training zone display, and the two LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback.
In addition, the console offers six workout programs. Each program automatically changes the stepping speed as it guides you through an effective workout.
The console also features new iFIT.com interactive technology. IFIT.com technology is like having a per- sonal trainer right in your home. Using the included audio cable, you can connect the stepper to your home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play special iFIT.com CD programs (CD’s are available sep- arately). IFIT.com CD programs automatically control the stepping speed as a personal trainer coaches you through every step of your workout.
In addition, you can connect the stepper to your VCR and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (videocas- settes are available separately). Video programs offer the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but add the excitement of working out with a class and an
With the stepper connected to your computer, you can also go to our new internet site at www.iFIT.com and access basic programs, audio programs, and video programs directly from the internet. And by adding an optional upgrade module to the stepper, you can use virtually endless features from our internet site. See www.iFIT.com for complete details.
To purchase an optional upgrade module, see page 15. For information about the availability of iFIT.com CD’s or videocassettes, call
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE STEPPER
Hold the hand- |
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grips or the han- | Handgrips | |
dlebars and step | ||
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onto the pedals. |
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Begin stepping, |
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alternately press- |
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ing down the |
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right and left | Handlebars | |
pedals with a | ||
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smooth, continu- |
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ous motion. |
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Because the |
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pedals move | Pedals | |
independently of |
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each other, you |
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must maintain a |
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continuous |
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motion or both |
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pedals will sink to |
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the floor. Change the height of your step or adjust the stepping speed until you can comfortably maintain a continuous motion (see step 3 on page 8).
As you step, you can exercise your upper leg muscles by keeping your feet flat on the pedals. To focus on your calf muscles, rise on your toes as you step. Stand erect or lean forward slightly as you exercise. Always keep your back straight in order to avoid injury.
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