Exercise Instructions - Gym Master GM98322 Manual Del Usuario

EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONS

Using your Elliptical trainer will provide you with several benefits, it will improve your
physical fitness, tone muscle and in conjunction with calorie controlled diet help you lose
weight.
1.The Warm Up Phase
This stage helps get the blood flowing around the body and the muscles working properly. It will also reduce
the risk of cramp and muscle injury. It is advisable to do a few stretching exercises as shown below. Each
stretch should be held for approximately 30 seconds, do not force or jerk your muscles into a stretch – if it
hurts, STOP.
2.The Exercise Phase
This is the stage where you put the effort in. After regular use, use muscles in your legs will become more
flexible. Work to your own pace but it is very important to maintain a steady tempo throughout. The rate of
work should be sufficient to raise your heart beat into the target zone shown on the graph below.
This stage should last for a minimum of 12mihutes though most people start at about 15-20 minutes.
3.The Cool Down Phase
This stage is to let your Cardio-vascular System and muscles wind down. This is a repeat of the warm up
exercise e.g. reduce your tempo, continue for approximately 5 minutes. The stretching exercises should now
be repeated, again remembering not to force or jerk your muscles into the stretch.
As you get fitter you may need to train longer and harder. It is advisable to train at least three times a week,
and if possible space your workouts evenly throughout the week.