Gluteal Program

The Gluteal Program, available by pressing the VARIETY key, is designed to exercise the gluteal muscles. The ramp incline levels are preprogrammed. You can monitor the current intensity of your workout by reviewing the profile, which tracks the ramp level as it changes.

Heart Rate Program

The Basic HRC Program, available by pressing the HEART RATE key, lets you set a target for your heart rate. The program adjusts the resistance to maintain your heart rate within two beats per minute of the target heart rate while you exercise. To use this program, you must enter your age and wear a chest strap so your heart rate can be monitored throughout the session.

Important: Consult your physician to determine the appropriate target heart rate for your age and fitness level. If your physician recommends a different target heart rate than the one that appears on the display, use the navigational arrow keys to change the target heart rate once you finish the warm-up period. Do not exercise over the recommended range.

Heart Rate Program Tips

The Basic HRC Program enhances your overall cardiovascular fitness levels to help you achieve your weight loss and fitness goals. Read through the following tips before selecting the Basic HRC Program. These tips provide general information regarding how the program functions. For more information and exercise suggestions, refer to the Precor web site at www.precor.com.

Important: Maintain a rate of motion above the minimum requirements. Refer to Self-Powered Features. Automatic adjustments to the resistance cannot take place if you drop below the minimum requirements for operation.

The program provides a 3-minute warm-up period. During this time, you may change the resistance or CrossRamp settings. Note: When your target heart rate is achieved or the 3-minute period elapses, the warm-up period ends and the program begins.

The program automatically adjusts the resistance to keep your heart rate at the selected target. After the warm-up period, pressing the RESISTANCE keys no longer affects the resistance levels. Check the SmartRate display to see if you are maintaining your preferred zone. Check the HEART RATE display to determine your actual heart rate. For information about understanding your target heart rate, refer to Heart Rate Features.

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Precor EFX manual Gluteal Program, Heart Rate Program