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High Performance
Athletic Conditioning
If your goal is high performance athletic conditioning,
set the speed control on the console to PERFOR-
MANCE to help you maintain the proper intensity level.
(See page 9.) Note: Dudng the first few weeks of your
exercise program, keep your head rate near the low
end of your training zone.
o HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HEART RATE
To measure your heart rate, use the pulse sensor on
the console. (See page 9.) If your head rate is too high
or too low, adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill
until your headTate is at the proper level.
WORKOUT GUIDELINES
Each workout should include three important pads:
A Warm-up
Begin with 5 to 10minutes of stretching and light exer-
cise. Warming up increases the body temperature, head
rate, and drculatlon in preparation for vigorous exercise_
Training Zone Exercise
After warming up, increase the intensity of your exer-
rise until your head rate is in your training zone for 20
to 30 minutes. (Dudng the first few weeks of your exer-
cise program, do not keep your head rate in your train-
ing zone for longer than 20 minutes.) Breathe regula.dy
and deeply as you exeroise--never hold your breath.
A Cool-down
"
Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching
to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your
muscles and will help to prevent post-exerclse problems.
Exercise Frequency
To maintain or improve your condition, complete three
workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be-
tween workouts. After a few months, you may com-
plete up to five workouts each week.
Remember, the key to success iS to make exercise a
regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
SUGGESTED
STRETCHES
The correct form for several basic stretches is shown In the
drawings below. Move slowly as you stretch--never bounce.
1. Toe Touch Stretch
Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward
from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you
reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15
counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings,
back of knees and back.
2. Hamstring Stretch
Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot
toward you and rest It against the inner thigh of your extended
leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15
counts, then_relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches:
Hamstrings, lower back and groin.
3, Calf/Achilles Stretch
With one leg in front of the other, reach forward and place your
hands against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and your
back foot fiat on the floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward and
move your hips toward the wall. Hold for 15 counts, then relax.
Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause fudher stretching of the
achilles tendons, bend your back leg as well. Stretches:
Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.
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