Upper Data Information Window: Shows current and aggregate data related to your workout. Pressing the associated SCROLL key scrolls between the following displays:
■CALORIES - Shows your aggregate caloric expenditure thus far in your workout.
■CAL/HR - Shows your current caloric expenditure per hour based on your current difficulty level and stepping rate.
■WATTS - Shows your current watts expenditure at that specific time during your workout.
NOTE: Press the SCROLL key to toggle between data during your workout.
Lower Data Information Window: Shows current and aggregate data related to your workout. Pressing the associated SCROLL key scrolls between the following displays:
■DISTANCE - Shows the total number of vertical feet or meters you have climbed thus far.
■SPEED - Shows the speed at which you are currently stepping, in
■METS - Shows your current METS expenditure at that specific time during your workout.
NOTE: Press the SCROLL key to toggle between data during your workout.
Graphic Display: Traces your progress through each of the programs and allows you to anticipate changes in difficulty. Display ele- ments illuminate from left to right across the bottom of the display to indicate your progress through the course. At each step, display elements illuminate in columns to indicate your ascent up the gradient that is in effect.
Motivational Track: Shows your progress
Information Window: Provides informational messages, prompts during program setup, feedback during your workout, notification when your workout is complete, and scrolling summarized workout data after your workout. During your workout, the Information Window shows the following data:
■TIME - Shows the duration of your workout thus far in minutes and seconds.
■FLOORS - Shows the total number of floors you have climbed thus far.
■HEART RATE - Shows your current heart rate in
Depending on the program completed and Stepper settings as set in Manager/Maintenance Mode, workout data may include:
■ | Time elapsed | ■ | Average calories expended per hour |
■ | Calories expended | ■ | Average watts |
■ | Distance traveled - vertical feet or meters | ■ | Average METS |
■ | Floors climbed | ■ | Average heart rate |
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■Average speed - steps per minute
SOFT TRAC® SYSTEM
The Soft Trac® system is the Stepper’s foot comfort and step absorption system consisting of a yielding, durable rubber pad covering both foot pedals. This system is designed to protect ankles, knees, joints, and back while reducing numbness in toes and feet and providing a comfortable stepping surface. Whether you place your feet at the front, middle, or rear of the pedals you will enjoy the benefits of the Soft Trac® system.
HINTS AND TIPS FOR GETTING STARTED
The following hints and tips will assist in training your users to maximize the fitness benefits of your STAR TRAC
■Step at a rate that feels comfortable and most natural, yet is sufficient to achieve a good cardio workout.
■Try different stepping rhythms. In manual operation, vary your stepping speed from slow to fast, then back to slow. As you become more comfortable with your Stepper, try stepping faster, varying the difficulty LEVEL, or using the preset programs.
■Watch the Graphic Display to anticipate changes in difficulty. When you use the preset programs, the display shows changes in difficulty as tall or short columns.
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