Precor EFX 5.21, EFX 5.23 manual Selecting a Program, Cooling Down After a Workout

Selecting a Program

1.While the Precor banner scrolls, repeatedly press the PROGRAMS key to review the list of programs. Choose the program you want, and then press ENTER. For a description of each program, refer to Programs.

Note: You can use the QUICKSTART key to bypass the prompts for time, weight, and age and begin exercising immediately using default values. Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART for more information.

2.A session time blinks in the center display if you choose a time-based program. Use the arrow keys to select a number between 1—90 minutes, then press ENTER.

3.Enter your weight (23—250 lbs/10—114 kg) and then your age (10—99).

Note: To change a value (program, time, weight, or age) that you have already entered, press RESET to return to the Precor banner. Select a program and again, enter the appropriate values.

4.Manually adjust the ramp to your to your preferred incline.

Cooling Down After a Workout

Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout to help lower your heart rate and minimize muscle stiffness or soreness.

Note: You cannot switch to a different program or change display options during the cool-down period.

When you complete a program with a time limit, you automatically enter a cool-down period. The resistance is reduced by 20%. To lower your heart rate, reduce your strides per minute.

Manually adjust the ramp to your to your preferred incline.

A workout summary appears at the end of the cool-down period. Refer to Ending a Workout.

Important: If you exit a program before completing it, the cool-down period is bypassed.

To prematurely end the cool-down period, do the following:

1.Grasp a stationary handrail with one hand.

2.Press RESET to view the workout summary.

3.Press RESET again to return to the Precor banner.

Important: Hold on to a stationary handrail. Step off the EFX when the lift has stopped moving.

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