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**NOTE: If the level I exercises are performed without difficulty, but you're unable to advance to the level
II exercises, see "Advancing your exercise program #1, 2, 4 & 5" below for suggestions.
2) EFFECTIVELY EXERCISING AT YOUR CURRENT LEVEL: Some of the recommended stretches and
exercises featured below may not be right for you. It is recommended that you contact your physician to
determine if the program is appropriate for your needs. It is recommended that you perform the
suggested stretches and bilateral exercises prior to your level I and level II strengthening program. The
complete SaeboGlide program can be performed two times per day. If you are unable to complete your
program two times per day, perform as many as you can and slowly progress to two times per day. Each
exercise should be performed 3 sets of 10 repetitions. The repetitions can be increased or decreased
depending on your individual ability. If you are still having a difficult time getting started talk to your
physician for a possible referral to a local therapist to set you up with a home exercise program with your
SaeboGlide.
3) ADVANCING YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM: It is time to advance your exercises when you can perform 3
sets of 10 repetitions without difficulty. There are 5 ways to advance:
1. Increase the number of repetitions (i.e., Instead of 3 sets of 10 reps, try 3 sets of 15 reps). This is
used when advancing at level I and level II.
2. Increase the angle of the pole to facilitate advancing from level I to level II. Raising the pole in a
more vertical position will result in an increase in resistance.
3. Use a wrist weight on your involved wrist. This is used when advancing the level II exercises.
4. To advance bilateral exercises, you can do the following:
• Transition from a lying position to a seated or standing position.
• Position your hands further apart on the pole.
• Attach a wrist weight to the pole between your hands.
• During the lowering phase of the exercise, stop at various points and hold
for a count of 5. The longer you hold the more difficult the exercise.
•
During the lowering phase of the exercise, try to lower the pole as slowly and
as smoothly as you can. This will make the exercise more difficult.
5. Position the o-rings further apart to increase the range of motion for each exercise.
THE SAEBOGLIDE EXERCISE PROGRAM: Once you have read and understood the "getting
started" section, it is time to begin your program. It is recommended that you perform your
program in the following sequence for maximum results:
1. STRETCHES
2. BILATERAL EXERCISES
LEVEL I AND/OR LEVEL II EXERCISES
3.
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