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
Spring attachment points
A –
Heavier (spring is attached to the button)
B –
Lighter (spring is attached to the hook)
Allegro Reformer
Allegro Reformer
Allegro Reformer
The Allegro Reformer comes with 3 red, 1 blue and 1 yellow Allegro
spring
Light Weight
Medium Weight
Heavy Weight
1 - Yellow
1 - Blue, 1 - Red
3 - Reds
1 - Blue
2 - Reds
2 - Reds, 1 - Blue,
1 - Red
1 - Red, 1 - Blue, 1 - Yellow
1 - Yellow
1 - Yellow, 1 - Blue
2 - Reds, 1 - Yellow
3 - Reds, 1 - Yellow
1 - Yellow, 1 - Red
2 - Reds, 1 - Blue
3 - Reds, 1 - Blue,
1 - Yellow
Ropes and Loops
Ropes are adjusted according to specific exercise demands and user size. To
minimize rope adjustments, double loop straps are used to allow the user to
have 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 silver pegs. With
double loop handles the user holds 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.
Risers
Risers can be adjusted by loosening the knob that holds the pulley in the slot on
the Tower and moving the pulley up or down.
THE ALLEGRO TOWER
The Allegro Tower consists of a metal frame that attaches to the head of the
Allegro Reformer. Eyebolts in the frame provide attachment points for the
springs. Loops, handles or a wooden Roll-down Bar can be attached to the
springs creating a wide variety of exercises. The Allegro Tower also has an
attached Push-through Bar.
Converting the Allegro Reformer into an Allegro Tower
Remove shoulder rests by taking pins out from behind the rests and placing them
on the floor.
Remove the ropes from the cleats and put them aside.
Detach all springs from carriage and slide it to the Tower end of the frame
Lower the footbar into the lowest position and place the Trapeze mat into the frame
at the footbar end of the Allegro.
Please see the attached diagram for a listing of the various parts of the Allegro Tower
system
Spring Attachment Points
The Allegro Tower has 25 spring attachment points ceating a variety of possible
exercises and a limitles amount of adjustability. Each upright has 5 eyebolts on the
front and 5 on the back allowing users to perform exercises from either side of the
Tower. Two eyebolts are attached to the Allegro frame to create a low position, two
eyebolts are attached to the sides of the arch of the Tower and one is attached at the
highest point in the center. Common spring attachment points are listed below and
in each exercise description.
In order to adjust the tension of the springs for a particular client, move the
attachment point further away from the client to make the spring heavier, move it
closer to the client to make it lighter.
Low:
Springs are attached from eyebolts at the bottom of the Allegro frame. These
springs are used to hold the Tower bar in position.
Middle:
Springs are attached to the 3rd eye hook from the bottom.
High:
Springs are attached to the high points on either side of the arch at the top of
the Tower.
Allegro Tower Springs
The Allegro Tower comes with 4 sets of springs as follows:
2 Sets - Short springs
Yellow – Light
Red – Heavy
2 sets - Long springs
Yellow – Light
Purple – Medium
Push-through Bar Adjustments
The Push-through Bar has three possible pivot points on the Half Trapeze frame. It
is very important that the pivot point be high enough to clear the users head when
they are lying under it. If a client has an especially large head, excessive thoracic
kyphosis or a large nose, the bar can hit them when they are doing exercises. To
adjust the Push-through Bar, push the black button on the top of the pin in order to
free the pin. Pull the pins out of the uprights, move the bar to the appropriate hole
and re-insert the pins. Always return the Push-through Bar to a safe height if it has
been moved.
Safety
It is very important that the instructor be present and spotting the client
whenever the Push-through Bar is in use.
The Push-through Bar should never
be adjusted low enough to hit a client who is lying under it. The safety strap must
always be used when the Push-through Bar is sprung from below. The safety strap
must be adjusted so that the angle of the Push-through Bar, when viewed from the
side, is no lower than the four or eight o’clock position and will not hit the client
should their feet slip off the bar.
Upholstery Cleaning and Disinfecting.
You can extend the life of your upholstery by keeping it clean and free of dirt, oil and
perspiration. After each use, wipe down the upholstery with a solution of mild soap
and water. Then wipe it down with clean water and dry with a rag.
Boltaflex® upholstery is coated with PreFixx Protective Finish, which offers
antibacterial protection. If you want additional disinfection, use any off-the-shelf
disinfectant spray or solution, such as Pine Sol® or Lysol®. Tea tree oil mixed with
water can also be used as a cleaner and disinfectant. Since disinfectants will leave
a fragrance residue buildup with repeated use, we recommend wiping down the
disinfected area with clean water using a sponge or soft rag.
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