Epic Fitness El 1200 Elliptical User Manual page 17

HOW TO USE AN INTENSITY WORKOUT
1. Turn on the console.
See step 1 on page 13.
2. Select an intensity workout.
To select an intensity workout, press the
Programs By Intensity button that has the desired
workout profile.
When you select an intensity workout, an indica-
tor will light next to the button for the selected
workout. The name of the workout will then
appear in the display for a few seconds and a
profile of the resistance levels of the workout will
scroll across the matrix.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into 20, 30, or 45 one-
minute segments. One resistance level and one
target pace setting are programmed for each seg-
ment. Note: The same resistance level and/or tar-
get pace setting may be programmed for two or
more consecutive segments.
Profile
During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress (see the drawing at the left). The
flashing segment of the profile represents the cur-
rent segment of the workout. The height of the
flashing segment indicates the resistance level for
the current segment. At the end of each segment
of the workout, a series of tones will sound and
the next segment of the profile will begin to flash.
If a different resistance level is programmed for
the next segment, the resistance level will appear
in the display for a few seconds to alert you. The
resistance of the pedals will then change.
To increase or decrease the overall intensity of
the workout, press the + and – buttons next to the
matrix. The resistance levels of all remaining seg-
ments in the workout will then increase or
decrease proportionately.
As you exercise, you will be prompted to keep
your pedaling pace near the target pace setting
for the current segment. When the words PEDAL
FASTER appear in the display, increase your
pace. When the words PEDAL SLOWER appear,
decrease your pace. When no words appear,
maintain your current pace. Important: The tar-
get pace settings are intended only to provide
motivation. Make sure to pedal at a pace that
is comfortable for you.
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