8. SAFELY USING YOUR CROSS TRAINER
WARNING, RISK OF INJURY
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Improper repairs can result in signi cant hazards for the user.
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Any repairs or replacements must be carried out by a technically experienced person.
GETTING ON
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Push one pedal all the way down with your foot.
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Grasp the handle (not the pivot arm!) rmly in both hands.
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Then put your other foot on the second pedal. Do not step on the plastic cover!
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As soon as you are standing securely, you can grasp the handles on the left and right pivot
arms.
TARGETED MUSCLE GROUPS
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Your muscles are targeted in a walking motion that transfers from the frame to your torso
and arms.
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The cross trainer thus enables an intense full-body workout for training your torso, arms
and legs.
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Your feet should remain fully on the pedals at all times during training.
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Assume a natural walking posture during training: Your torso should be straight, your head
upright.
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You can vary your training:
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If you exert more e ort on the movable handlebars or grasp them higher up, you will reduce
strain on your leg muscles. However, movement should primarily come from your legs.
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If you exert more e ort on the pedals, you will reduce strain on your arms and torso.
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Hold onto the xed handlebar if you run out of strength in your arms. You can continue
training your legs.
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You may vary your grip position ( xed or movable handlebars) as often as you like during
training. Never train without hands!
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You can use a forward or backward walking motion. Each type of motion trains a di erent
set of leg muscles.
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The computer displays a variety of data during training. Read the following sections for
detailed instructions on using the computer.
GETTING OFF
WARNING RISK OF INJURY
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Training for a prolonged period on the product may lead to a brief moment of impaired
coordination or balance. Always hold onto the product rmly with one hand and get o slowly.
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Slow down your motions until the pedals and movable handlebars have come to a full stop.
One pedal must be in the lowest position. Do not stop suddenly.
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Hold onto the handlebar rmly with both hands.
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First place the foot from the higher pedal on the oor. Now remove your foot from the lower
pedal and get o the cross trainer.
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Do not step on the plastic cover!
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The cross trainer does not have a freewheel. This means that moving parts cannot stop
immediately.
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