Star Trac 7000, 5700, 6800 Before Beginning, Warm-Up, Work OUT, Cool-Down, Dismounting the Cycle

TRAINING INFORMATION _

This section provides hints on how to stay motivated, and suggestions for getting the most out of your workouts with maximum ease, efficiency and enjoyment.

IMPORTANT: User should be aware of the features, functions and proper operation of the cycle before using the cycle for the first time.

BEFORE BEGINNING

Be sure the seat, handlebar and pedal straps are properly adjusted for your body size and comfort before beginning your workout.

WARM-UP

Once you are in position and sitting on the cycle with your hands in a comfortable position on the handlebar, slowly begin pedaling. A gradual warm-up prepares the muscles and cardiovascular system for a more intense workout, and helps prevent potential injuries from occurring. Your warm-up should be sufficient once your breathing rate begins to increase and you begin to perspire lightly. The warm-up period should last about five minutes.

WORK OUT

A brisk and rhythmic workout will train the muscles and cardiovascular system to perform at a higher efficiency. The key is to exercise aerobically; typically at 60% – 75% of your maximum heart rate.

For added enjoyment, comfort and variety during your workout, experiment with seated or standing positions, resistance level, and hand positions.

COOL-DOWN

Slow and relaxed activity after a workout allows the muscles and cardiovascular system to gradually return to an inactive state.

DISMOUNTING THE CYCLE

WARNING: The flywheel momentum of the cycle will keep the pedals turning even after the user stops pedaling, or in the event the user’s feet slip off the pedals. DO NOT DISMOUNT THE CYCLE OR REMOVE YOUR FEET FROM THE PEDALS UNTIL BOTH THE PEDALS AND THE FLYWHEEL HAVE STOPPED COMPLETELY. Failure to comply may lead to loss of control and serious personal injury.

You may stop the cycle using any of the following methods:

oPedal more slowly until the pedals come to a complete stop.

oIncrease the resistance by turning the Push Brake System knob clockwise (+) until the pedals come to a complete stop. o Push down on the Push Brake System knob until the pedals come to a complete stop.

o (Spinner® Elite only) Apply back pressure to the pedals to engage the Smart Release™ system. Continue applying pressure until the pedals and flywheel come to a complete stop.

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