Balanced Body Allegro Reformer, Manual

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SPRING ADJUSTMENTS
Springs are used to adjust the resistance for different exercises.
There are at least 30 different resistance settings that can be
used on the Allegro. Suggested weight ranges are noted under
each exercise.
CHANGING THE SPRING ATTACHMENT POINTS
On the Allegro, spring tension is adjusted by attaching different
combinations of springs to the pegs under the standing platform.
To safely adjust the springs make sure the carriage is in the
home position.
» Normal position –
Place the spring on the peg directly in
front of it. In this position the springs are under no tension to
start with. This is designated as “B” position. There are five B
positions.
» Pre-loaded position –
Place the spring on the peg just to
the left of right, under the standing platform. This position
will put the springs under a small amount of tension and will
increase the resistance of the springs. This is designated as
“A” position. There are six A positions.
SPRING WEIGHT
Spring resistance is indicated by the approximate number of
springs suggested for a specific exercise. The spring weight
indicated is a recommended starting position. Individual
adjustments can be made depending on user needs and the
exercise.
»
1 spring (light): Primarily used for arm work or where the
carriage is providing light support
»
2 springs (light to moderate): Used for arm work, legwork and
exercises where the carriage is providing support to the user.
»
2 – 4 springs (moderate to heavy): Primarily used for legwork
and to increase resistance for stronger users.
»
All springs: Used to maximize resistance or to stabilize the
carriage for the short box abdominal series.
»
No spring s: Used for added difficulty in exercises where the
user needs to control the carriage (kneeling abdominals,
elephant, long stretch series).
SPRING PROGRESSIONS FOR THE ALLEGRO
Please note that these spring combinations represent the usual
progression for a standard new machine and may vary slightly
depending on the age and specific strength of your springs. The
best way to find the optimal progressions for your machine is to
test it yourself.
SPRING COLOR-CODING
These color codes are standard for Balanced Body Machines
Yellow – Very light Blue – Light
Red – Medium Green – Heavy
ROPES AND LOOPS
Ropes are adjusted according to specific exercise demands and
user size. To minimize rope adjustments, double loop straps allow
the user to grip the ropes at two different lengths without having
to adjust them.
The rope adjustments used in the manual are:
»
Regular loops: Resistance of loop or handle is somewhat taut
on shoulder rests. With the double loop straps, the user will
hold the longer loop. Standard for most exercises.
»
Short loops: Resistance of loop or handle is somewhat taut
on the black pegs pegs. With double loop handles the user
holds the smaller loop. Used for rowing and some arm work
exercises.
»
Very short loops: Loop or handle is approximately 5 inches
shorter than the headrest. Used for kneeling arm work facing
the straps such as chest expansion or thigh stretch.
»
Long loops: Loop or handle is longer than shoulder rest by a
length of one cotton loop. Used for long spine stretch or for
feet in the straps for users with tighter hamstrings.