The Efx5.33 Course Features And Descriptions; Utilizing The Smart Rate Feature; Utilizing Heart Rate Interactive Capabilities - Precor EFX5.33 Owner's Manual

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EFX 5.33 Course Features and Descriptions
A variety of exercise options are available on the EFX. The following information
appears in this section:
• Smart Rate ® and Heart Rate Features
• descriptions of the courses printed on the display console label.
Utilizing the Smart Rate
Add the benefit of Smart Rate to every course on the EFX. Using Smart Rate as a
visual cue helps you adjust your exercise routine to suit specific needs. Smart Rate
simplifies the correlation between heart rate and exercise. You don't have to stop
concentrating on your workout to find your pulse. It is displayed right in front of you
along with the Smart Rate zone. Once you begin a workout, a blinking segment in the
bar graph appears on the left of the display, if you entered your AGE during the Setup
mode. The blinking segment indicates the zone that your heart rate is in: Weight
Loss or Cardiovascular.
For the ideal "weight loss" range, your heart rate should be between 55% and 70% of
your maximum aerobic heart rate. It should never exceed 80% of your maximum
aerobic heart rate or go above your training zone. Refer to Diagram 21.
When you maintain your heart rate between 70% and 80% of your maximum aerobic
heart rate, you are improving your overall cardiovascular/cardiorespiratory fitness level.
Maintaining your heart rate in either zone (weight loss or cardiovascular) for 30 minutes
or more on a regular basis (minimum 3 times a week) provides the greatest benefits.
Important: Access to Smart Rate is only available when the person exercising wears
a POLAR ® chest strap. The Smart Rate indicator lights do not appear when Quick
Start is pressed while the Precor banner is displayed.
Utilizing the Heart Rate Interactive Capabilities
You can make each program on the EFX a heart rate interactive course by monitoring
and maintaining your heart rate in the Smart Rate zone best suited for your specific
needs. You can access Smart Rate only if AGE is stored in memory with your user I.D.
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and you wear the POLAR
when you press Quick Start while the Precor banner is being displayed.
Before using the Heart Rate capabilities, take time to read the following guidelines.
• Consult with your physician before engaging in any vigorous exercise. Do not
use the Heart Rate Course or the heart rate interactive capabilities until autho-
rized by your physician.
• Slow down and stop immediately if you experience any pain or abnormal symptoms.
• Gently stretch your lower body and back before and after working out to help
prevent stiffness or soreness.
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chest strap. The Smart Rate indicator lights do not appear