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S
ENERAL
AFETY
WARNING:
before using the Reebok Core Board.
1. Choose footwear with lateral support struc-
tures, such as cross training shoes.
2. Start with the strongest resistance/stability
and loosen it as confidence and proficiency
improves.
3. Begin with supine balance exercises to develop
a better sense of core muscle engagement.
4. When first mounting the board, step into a
narrow stance towards the center of the
board. When comfortable using the board,
slowly step the feet into a wide stance.
5. When stepping onto the board, keep proper
body alignment. Begin with the chest lifted,
the shoulders slightly retracted, the head
centered over the torso, the knees soft, and
the abdominals engaged.
6. When getting off the board, use either of the
two following methods: a) step into a closed
stance and then exit the board or b) bottom
out to either the left or right side of the board
and then exit.
7. When getting off the board, be sure to step a
distance of at least one foot away from the top
of the board.
8. Maintain bent or soft knees in standing pos-
tures. Standing erect with the knees locked
will raise the center of gravity and conse-
quently reduce the ability to balance.
9. Distribute weight evenly over the bottom of
the feet and allow some play in the board to
occur as static balance is achieved. Do not try
WARNING:
is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON and Reebok assume no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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UIDELINES
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions
Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This
to hold the board in a level position; allow the
body to react to the movement of the board.
10. During upper body rotation, keep weight
evenly distributed over the feet and knees but
allow the hips to shift forward or back slight-
ly to allow rotation at the trunk.
11. Speed of motion will be dictated by the abili-
ty to maintain alignment and balance.
12. Extending range of motion or lever length
should be done only after movement control
has been established in the shorter ranges
and lever lengths.
13. Always begin with the easiest modification of
an integrated exercise prior to more challeng-
ing variations.
14. Add dynamic athletic movements only after
achieving proficiency at the base level of
standing movements.
15. Never sacrifice quality of movement for
quantity of movement.
The following participants may be considered
specialty or high risk participants and should use
the Reebok Core Board only under the supervi-
sion of a qualified personal trainer or physiother-
apist or with the approval of their condition-
related physician: pregnant women; inactive
seniors; persons who have experienced a skeletal
muscular injury or surgical procedures within
the past year; persons with chronic pain or prob-
lems in the spine, knees, or ankle joints; and per-
sons with inner ear imbalances or other depth or
visual perception problems.
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