Keiser ABDOMINAL AIR250 Operation Manual page 13

AIR250 ABDOMINAL OPERATION MANUAL
HOW TO USE THE AIR250 ABDOMINAL
• Consult your physician before beginning any exercise
program.
• This equipment should only be used with proper
instructions.
• Proper warm-up required to help prevent serious injury.
• Always maintain good form and control during exercise.
CONCENTRIC PHASE (FORWARD MOVEMENT)
• Flex your upper body forward using your abdominal muscles for the movement.
• Keep your body in contact with the Seat and Chest Pad during movement.
ECCENTRIC PHASE (BACKWARD MOVEMENT)
• Return the Chest Pads (Exercise Arm) to the start position in a smooth, controlled manner.
• Slower speed during backward movement is recommended.
• Maintain control of the load; keep the Exercise Arm off of the frame stop throughout the exercise.
BREATHING
• Exhale during the concentric phase (forward movement).
• Inhale during the eccentric phase (backward movement).
TRAINING TIPS
• Ensure your feet are on the floor, or the anti-slip step, throughout the exercise.
• Maintain the natural curvature of your spine.
• Avoid rocking your body to create momentum when moving heavy loads.
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CAUTION
• If you feel pain, faintness, or are unable to maintain
good form, stop immediately.
• Use caution when increasing/decreasing resistance
during exercise.
• Never make adjustments to the machine during
exercise. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
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